Travel Recap: |
| Day 1 |
Depart your US home city on your journey to Africa. |
| Day 2 |
Arrive in Dar Es Salaam and connect to your flight to Selous departing at 10:30. The plane swoops over the Rufiji River on its approach to landing, a dramatic arrival to the World Heritage Site and one of the largest Conservation areas in Africa. On arrival you are met by your local hosts and transferred to camp, a short drive, leaving plenty of time for an afternoon game activity.
Overnight: RUFUJI RIVER CAMP [L, D] |
| Day 3 |
The main feature of Selous is the sprawling river system with linked lakes and channels. The days activities are planned the night before and you can choose between walking, boating or vehicle safaris. Selous is the only location in Tanzania where boating safaris are possible and they are an exciting alternative to the vehicle.
Overnight: RUFUJI RIVER CAMP [B, L, D] |
| Day 4 |
Today you have the option of a full day safari in the Selous with picnic lunch or morning and afternoon safaris, returning to camp for lunch.
Overnight: RUFUJI RIVER CAMP [B, L, D] |
| Day 5 |
After breakfast and a short drive we will take you to the airstrip for the flight to Ruaha National Park., arriving in time for an afternoon game drive.
Overnight: RUAHA RIVER LODGE [B, L, D] |
| Day 6 |
Today you will have the choice of either a morning and evening game drive with lunch back at the lodge or a full day game drive with picnic lunch.
Overnight: RUAHA RIVER LODGE [B, L, D] |
| Day 7 |
Ruaha National Park has a wealth of different habitats to explore, from grassy plains, escarpment woodlands and rocky kopjes. Hippo pools and an abundance of bird life make for many alternative game drives. Alternatively, you can take a guided walk (supplement) along the river with a lift back once you reach your destination.
Overnight: RUAHA RIVER LODGE [B, L, D] |
| Day 8 |
After a full mornings game drive ending at the airstrip (picnic lunch provided) you will fly back to Dar Es Salaam and transfer up the coast road to Bagamoyo – at this point you will take a boat across the sea (1 ½ miles) to the private Lazy Lagoon Island. Here you will stay in one of the 12 beach front bandas at this beautiful and natural location.
Overnight: LAZY LAGOON ISLAND [B, L, D] |
| Day 9 |
White sandy beaches, blue waters and a warm friendly atmosphere -all add up to a relaxing day in the sun. For the more active there are windsurfers, sailing dinghies, sea kayaks or snorkeling.
Overnight: LAZY LAGOON ISLAND [B, L, D] |
| Day 10 |
Bagamoyo town has a rich history dating back to the slave trade. It was the staging point for the Great Explorers to enter the interior of the African Continent. A morning guided tour around Bagamoyo is an optional excursion from Lazy Lagoon.
Overnight: LAZY LAGOON ISLAND [B, L, D] |
| Day 11 |
Today is at your leisure, perhaps to try your hand at fishing from the rocks.
Overnight: LAZY LAGOON ISLAND [B, L, D] |
| Day 12 |
From Lazy Lagoon you will be taken back to the airport in time for international flight departure. Late check out is available. |
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| Cost Includes |
03 Overnights Accommodation Rufiji River Camp – Full Board
03 Overnights Accommodation Ruaha River Lodge – Full Board
04 Overnights Accommodation Lazy Lagoon Island – Full Board
2 game drives (or activities) per day or full day
Walking Safaris in the Selous
Use of Water Sport Equipment at Lazy Lagoon Island
Airstrip transfers
Tea, coffee and laundry
Light Aircraft flights Dar Es Salaam/Selous, Selous/Ruaha and Ruaha/Dar Es Salaam
Professional Safari Guides and Vehicles
English speaking guides throughout
Park entrance fees and all game viewing activities as stated as included
Porterage of one normal soft sided suitcase
Deluxe documentation prior to departure |
| Exclusions |
International Airfare
Walking safaris except in the Selous
Bar drinks
Gratuities and items of a personal nature
Accommodation and transfers in Dar Es Salaam (can be included on request)
Visas
Insurance |
