Southern Tanzania Safari: 8 Days Mikumi Udzungwa Ruaha Safari
Discover the ultimate 8 Days Mikumi Udzungwa Ruaha Safari. This 8-day Tanzania safari takes you through three of the best southern parks. As a result, you’ll enjoy an authentic Southern Tanzania safari, far from the crowds. What’s more, this southern circuit Tanzania safari includes a private vehicle and your own guide, so you can move at your own pace.
First, your Mikumi National Park safari begins the journey. This Mikumi safari tour is home to the Big Five. In fact, it’s famous for tree-climbing lions, a rare sight even in Tanzania. Because the landscape is compact, every Mikumi game drive feels easy and rewarding.
Next, you’ll continue to the Udzungwa Mountains National Park tour. This Udzungwa National Park adventure is unlike anywhere else in East Africa. For example, it offers a popular Sanje Waterfalls hike and scenic Udzungwa Mountains trek. Additionally, this Tanzania hiking and safari stop boasts the second-largest biodiversity of any African park. In fact, it’s the only place on Earth to spot the endangered Iringa red colobus and Sanje crested mangabey. However, please note: accommodations here are simple and basic, so Gold and Platinum lodge options don’t apply to this leg.
Finally, your Ruaha National Park safari closes out the trip. This Ruaha safari tour ranks among Tanzania’s largest parks. Moreover, it’s a top Tanzania remote safari destination for elephant sightings. Here, expect classic Big Five safari Ruaha encounters and unforgettable Ruaha game drive experiences among dramatic baobab trees.
Overall, this 8-day wildlife safari Tanzania itinerary is fully private and flexible. It’s a genuine Tanzania off-the-beaten-path safari through the country’s remote southern parks.
