10-Days Tanzania Fly-in Safari: The Wild West & The Garden of God

10 Days
From $5500
/ Adult

Discover the remote and spectacular side of Tanzania on this 10-day fly-in safari to the Wild West and the Garden of God.

This adventure takes you away from the more frequently visited northern safari circuit and into the remarkable landscapes of Katavi National Park and Mahale Mountains National Park. Katavi is known for its wild, remote character, large concentrations of wildlife and expansive floodplains, while Mahale combines tropical forests, mountains and the beautiful shores of Lake Tanganyika.

The journey also includes time in the Serengeti, creating a diverse safari experience that combines classic African wildlife, remote wilderness, chimpanzee trekking, scenic landscapes and relaxing lakeside surroundings.

After breakfast, transfer to the airport in Arusha for your flight to Katavi National Park in western Tanzania.

Upon arrival, meet your safari guide and begin your first game drive through this remote wilderness area.

Katavi is known for its expansive plains, seasonal floodplains and remarkable concentrations of wildlife. Depending on the season, you may encounter elephants, buffalo, hippos, giraffes, zebras, antelopes and predators.

Continue to your lodge or tented camp for dinner and overnight.

Flight: Arusha → Katavi
Game Drive: Afternoon
Overnight: Katavi Lodge/Tented Camp
Meals: Lunch & Dinner

Spend a full day exploring Katavi National Park.

Enjoy morning and afternoon game drives through the park's plains, woodland and seasonal wetlands. Katavi provides an opportunity to experience a more remote side of Tanzania, with fewer visitors and expansive wilderness landscapes.

Depending on the season, the Katuma River and surrounding floodplains can attract large concentrations of hippos, crocodiles, elephants and buffalo.

Game Drive: Full Day
Overnight: Katavi Lodge/Tented Camp
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Enjoy another day of wildlife exploration in Katavi.

Begin with an early morning game drive before returning for breakfast or continuing with a packed breakfast in the bush.

Spend the rest of the day exploring different parts of the park. Your guide will select areas based on seasonal conditions, recent wildlife movements and road accessibility.

Return to your accommodation in the evening.

Game Drive: Full Day
Overnight: Katavi Lodge/Tented Camp
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

After breakfast, transfer to the Katavi airstrip for your flight toward Mahale Mountains National Park.

Upon arrival, continue toward your accommodation near the shores of Lake Tanganyika.

Mahale is famous for its forest-covered mountains, tropical landscapes, clear lake waters and wild chimpanzee population.

Spend the afternoon relaxing around the lodge or enjoying the beautiful surroundings.

Flight: Katavi → Mahale
Activity: Lakeside relaxation/Nature experience
Overnight: Mahale Lodge/Tented Camp
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

After breakfast, prepare for one of the highlights of your journey: chimpanzee trekking in Mahale Mountains National Park.

Enter the forest with experienced guides and search for wild chimpanzees in their natural habitat. Trekking duration and difficulty can vary depending on where the chimpanzees are located.

Along the way, enjoy the rich forest environment and look for other wildlife and bird species.

Return to your accommodation later in the day and relax beside Lake Tanganyika.

Activity: Chimpanzee Trekking
Overnight: Mahale Lodge/Tented Camp
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Enjoy a relaxed day around Mahale Mountains and Lake Tanganyika.

Depending on conditions and your interests, the day can include a nature walk, forest exploration, kayaking, swimming, boating or simply relaxing beside the lake.

The combination of mountains, tropical forest and the clear waters of Lake Tanganyika creates one of Tanzania's most distinctive safari environments.

Activity: Nature & Lakeside Experience
Overnight: Mahale Lodge/Tented Camp
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

After breakfast, transfer to the airstrip for your flight toward Serengeti National Park.

Upon arrival, meet your safari guide and begin an afternoon game drive through the Serengeti.

Depending on the season and location, you may encounter lions, elephants, giraffes, zebras, wildebeest, buffalo, cheetahs and other wildlife.

Continue to your accommodation for dinner and overnight.

Flight: Mahale → Serengeti
Game Drive: Afternoon
Overnight: Serengeti Lodge/Tented Camp
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Spend a full day exploring the Serengeti.

Set out early with your guide and explore different areas of the park. The Serengeti's vast plains support a remarkable variety of wildlife.

Depending on the season and current wildlife movements, you may have opportunities to observe predators and large herds of herbivores.

Enjoy a picnic lunch during the game drive before continuing your exploration.

Game Drive: Full Day
Overnight: Serengeti Lodge/Tented Camp
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Enjoy another full day in the Serengeti.

An early morning game drive offers an opportunity to explore the park while wildlife is active. Continue with a full-day exploration, visiting different habitats and areas selected by your guide.

Depending on the season, your safari may focus on areas where wildlife concentrations are currently higher.

Return to your accommodation in the evening.

Game Drive: Full Day
Overnight: Serengeti Lodge/Tented Camp
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Enjoy a final morning game drive before transferring to the appropriate Serengeti airstrip.

Fly back to Arusha, where your safari officially comes to an end. Continue with your onward travel arrangements or transfer to your hotel.

Game Drive: Morning
Flight: Serengeti → Arusha
Meals: Breakfast & Lunch

Included

  • Domestic flights between safari destinations as specified
  • Airport and airstrip transfers
  • Private 4x4 safari vehicle where applicable
  • Professional English-speaking safari guide
  • Katavi National Park fees
  • Mahale Mountains National Park fees
  • Serengeti National Park fees
  • Chimpanzee trekking permits/fees where applicable
  • 9 nights accommodation
  • Breakfast, lunch and dinner
  • Drinking water during safari activities
  • Game drives as described in the itinerary
  • Selected nature and lakeside activities
  • Government taxes and applicable fees
  • Soft Drinks, Wine and Beer

Excluded

  • International flights
  • Tanzania visa
  • Travel and medical insurance
  • Alcoholic and soft drinks
  • Tips for guides and camp staff
  • Laundry
  • Personal expenses
  • Optional activities not included in the itinerary
  • Additional flights not specified
  • Pre- or post-safari accommodation
  • Personal trekking equipment
  • Anything not specifically mentioned under inclusions

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10-Days Tanzania Fly-in Safari: The Wild West & The Garden of God
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