10 Days · 4x4 Toyota land Cruiser

10-Day Luxury Fly-In Safari in Southern Circuit
Southern Tanzania Safari

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Tour Overview

Over 10 days, this LuiTours itinerary follows Nyerere National Park, Ruaha National Park, and Katavi National Park. The programme combines guided game drives, a walking safari, a boat safari, and scheduled flight sectors; travel by 4x4 Toyota land Cruiser; accommodation in Lodges & Camps. Arrival is arranged via Julius Nyerere International Airport (JNIA), with departure from Julius Nyerere International Airport (JNIA).

Destinations: Nyerere National Park - Ruaha National Park - Katavi National Park

10 DaysTour duration
4x4 Toyota land CruiserTransportation
Lodges & CampsAccommodation
Jan, Feb, Mar, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, OctBest season
Tour Highlight

Nyerere National Park

Tour Highlight

Ruaha National Park

Tour Highlight

Katavi National Park

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Daily Itinerary

Day 1

Arrival and Fly to Nyerere – Into the Southern Wild

Arrival and Fly to Nyerere – Into the Southern Wild
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Main focus: Afternoon game drive. Your journey begins at the agreed airport or meeting point, where the LuiTours team welcomes you and confirms the day’s transfer. Arrival formalities and luggage are handled before the drive continues through the surrounding towns, farms and foothills. On the 10-Day Luxury Fly-In Safari in Southern Circuit, this is the main focus of day 1.

Arrival and Fly to Nyerere – Into the Southern Wild experienceArrival and Fly to Nyerere – Into the Southern Wild scenery
Day 1: Arrival and Fly to Nyerere – Into the Southern Wild
Day 2

Full-Day Exploration of Nyerere – Wildlife, Water, and Scenic Beauty

Full-Day Exploration of Nyerere – Wildlife, Water, and Scenic Beauty
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Main focus: Full-day game drive with picnic lunch. A full day is set aside for Day Exploration of Nyerere - Wildlife, Water, and Scenic Beauty, allowing the experience to unfold without a rushed timetable. Nyerere’s Rufiji River system, lakes and miombo woodland support a rich southern ecosystem. Depending on the planned activity, the guide explores by vehicle, boat or on foot with a ranger; elephants, giraffes, hippos, crocodiles and predators are possible rather than assured.

Full-Day Exploration of Nyerere – Wildlife, Water, and Scenic Beauty experienceFull-Day Exploration of Nyerere – Wildlife, Water, and Scenic Beauty scenery
Day 2: Full-Day Exploration of Nyerere – Wildlife, Water, and Scenic Beauty
Day 3

Flexible Safari Activities – Customize Your Experience in Nyerere

Flexible Safari Activities – Customize Your Experience in Nyerere
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The morning starts in Flexible Safari Activities, with Customize Your Experience in Nyerere as the final point on today’s route. Nyerere’s Rufiji River system, lakes and miombo woodland support a rich southern ecosystem. Depending on the planned activity, the guide explores by vehicle, boat or on foot with a ranger; elephants, giraffes, hippos, crocodiles and predators are possible rather than assured.

Flexible Safari Activities – Customize Your Experience in Nyerere experienceFlexible Safari Activities – Customize Your Experience in Nyerere scenery
Day 3: Flexible Safari Activities – Customize Your Experience in Nyerere
Day 4

Fly to Ruaha – Into the Heart of Untamed Africa

Fly to Ruaha – Into the Heart of Untamed Africa
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Main focus: Leisure and orientation at the new lodge. Today’s stage links to Ruaha with Into the Heart of Untamed Africa, giving the journey a clear sense of place from beginning to end. Flight and transfer times shape the schedule, and the ground team coordinates each handover so the journey remains straightforward.

Fly to Ruaha – Into the Heart of Untamed Africa experienceFly to Ruaha – Into the Heart of Untamed Africa scenery
Accommodation Asanja Ndembo Ruaha National Park
Exterior of Asanja Ndembo in Ruaha National Park
Day 5

Game Drives in Ruaha – Big Cats and Giant Baobabs

Game Drives in Ruaha – Big Cats and Giant Baobabs
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Main focus: Full-day game drive with picnic lunch. From Game Drives in Ruaha, you set out for Big Cats and Giant Baobabs at a pace suited to the distance and planned activity. Ruaha is shaped by the Great Ruaha River, baobab country and rocky hills. Elephants, kudu, lions, wild dogs and other wildlife may be present, and the guide uses tracks, water sources and recent ranger information to plan the drive.

Game Drives in Ruaha – Big Cats and Giant Baobabs experienceGame Drives in Ruaha – Big Cats and Giant Baobabs scenery
Accommodation Asanja Ndembo Ruaha National Park
Exterior of Asanja Ndembo in Ruaha National Park
Day 6

Flexible Safari in Ruaha – Tailored Wildlife Encounters

Flexible Safari in Ruaha – Tailored Wildlife Encounters
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Ruaha is shaped by the Great Ruaha River, baobab country and rocky hills. Elephants, kudu, lions, wild dogs and other wildlife may be present, and the guide uses tracks, water sources and recent ranger information to plan the drive.

Flexible Safari in Ruaha – Tailored Wildlife Encounters experienceFlexible Safari in Ruaha – Tailored Wildlife Encounters scenery
Accommodation Asanja Ndembo Ruaha National Park
Exterior of Asanja Ndembo in Ruaha National Park
Day 7

Walking Safari – Get Closer to Nature on Foot

Walking Safari – Get Closer to Nature on Foot
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Main focus: Morning guided walking safari; afternoon at leisure. Starting from Get Closer, the journey leads to Nature on Foot through the landscapes named in the program. The route moves through changing farms, villages and protected landscapes before the main wildlife activity. The guide plans stops around recent movement, water and weather, leaving time for photographs and patient observation without guaranteeing sightings.

Walking Safari – Get Closer to Nature on Foot experienceWalking Safari – Get Closer to Nature on Foot scenery
Accommodation Asanja Ndembo Ruaha National Park
Exterior of Asanja Ndembo in Ruaha National Park
Day 8

Fly to Katavi – Tanzania’s Hidden Wilderness Frontier

Fly to Katavi – Tanzania’s Hidden Wilderness Frontier
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Main focus: Light afternoon game drive or relaxation. The day is paced around the confirmed flight, with realistic time for check-in, luggage and the road transfer on either side.

Fly to Katavi – Tanzania’s Hidden Wilderness Frontier experienceFly to Katavi – Tanzania’s Hidden Wilderness Frontier scenery
Day 8: Fly to Katavi – Tanzania’s Hidden Wilderness Frontier
Day 9

Full-Day Safari in Katavi – Vast Plains and Massive Herds

Full-Day Safari in Katavi – Vast Plains and Massive Herds
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Main focus: Full-day game drive with picnic lunch. A full day is set aside for Day Safari in Katavi - Vast Plains and Massive Herds, allowing the experience to unfold without a rushed timetable. The route moves through changing farms, villages and protected landscapes before the main wildlife activity. The guide plans stops around recent movement, water and weather, leaving time for photographs and patient observation without guaranteeing sightings.

Full-Day Safari in Katavi – Vast Plains and Massive Herds experienceFull-Day Safari in Katavi – Vast Plains and Massive Herds scenery
Day 9: Full-Day Safari in Katavi – Vast Plains and Massive Herds
Day 10

Morning Game Drive & Return Flight to Dar es Salaam or Zanzibar

Morning Game Drive & Return Flight to Dar es Salaam or Zanzibar
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Main focus: Morning game drive en-route to airstrip. The final travel arrangements begin from the confirmed hotel, lodge or meeting point, with timing built around the scheduled flight or onward transfer. The day is paced around the confirmed flight, with realistic time for check-in, luggage and the road transfer on either side. On the 10-Day Luxury Fly-In Safari in Southern Circuit, this is the main focus of day 10.

Security entrance at Arusha Airport in TanzaniaArusha Airport terminal, apron and airstrip in Tanzania
Aircraft on the apron at Arusha Airport in Tanzania

From Price

Minimum price only, based on 2 people sharing. Final pricing depends on season, availability and requested customizations.

Package From Price
Published tour package From $9,280 per person
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Included & Not Included

What Is Included

Domestic bush flights: (Dar es Salaam → Nyerere / Nyerere → Ruaha / Ruaha → Katavi / Katavi → Dar/Zanzibar)
All park entry fees and airstrip transfers
Luxury accommodation:
3 nights at Selous Impala Camp
4 nights at Asanja Ndembo Ruaha
2 nights at Mbalimbali Katavi Lodge
All meals and soft drinks as mentioned
Private 4x4 safari vehicle with professional guide
Daily game drives and walking safari
Bottled water, laundry (where included by camp)

What Is Not Included

×International flights
×Visa fees & travel insurance
×Tips and gratuities
×Alcoholic drinks (unless specified)
×Optional activities not included
×Personal expenses (laundry, souvenirs, minibar)
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Trip Details

Route

Nyerere National Park - Ruaha National Park - Katavi National Park

Best Season

Jan, Feb, Mar, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct

Transportation

4x4 Toyota land Cruiser

Accommodation

Lodges & Camps

Arrival

Julius Nyerere International Airport (JNIA)

Departure

Julius Nyerere International Airport (JNIA)

Language

English

Price Basis

From $9,280 per person

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Frequently Asked Questions

Yes. LuiTours can adjust accommodation level, routing, pickup point, domestic flights, extra nights, and activity timing while keeping the route realistic.
Final prices may vary by season, park fees, accommodation availability, flight availability, comfort level, and private group size.
Yes. The trip is handled through LuiTours enquiry support, private planning, and guest communication.
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