The Southern Circuit

Big rivers, few vehicles and wild country. Tanzania's southern parks, easy to reach from Dar es Salaam.

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Why go south

Space to yourself

Far fewer vehicles than the northern parks, so sightings feel like your own.

More than game drives

Boat safaris on the Rufiji, walking safaris and rainforest hikes in Udzungwa.

Rooted in conservation

Ecolegacy Africa grew out of conservation work in the Ruaha landscape.

Easy from Dar es Salaam

Reach Mikumi or Nyerere by road, or fly in to save time.

The parks

Nyerere

Formerly part of the Selous. Boat safaris on the Rufiji River, walking safaris and wild dog.

Nyerere guide

Ruaha

Remote and vast, along the Great Ruaha River. Known for big cats and large elephant herds.

Ruaha guide

Mikumi

Open floodplain close to Morogoro. Ideal for a short safari or a first stop heading south.

Mikumi guide

Udzungwa

Eastern Arc rainforest, waterfall hikes and primates found nowhere else.

Udzungwa guide

Also in the south: Saadani National Park, where the bush meets the Indian Ocean.

When to go

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Best dry season, animals gather at water Good green and quieter Long rains some camps close

Month-by-month guide

What a southern safari costs

Our southern itineraries range from US$1,750 per person for three days in Nyerere to US$5,443 per person for ten days across the south. Your price depends on the lodges you choose (Silver, Gold or Platinum), when you travel and how many of you there are, and it always includes your private vehicle, guide, park fees, lodges and meals as listed.

We confirm every price in a personal quote, with no obligation. Simpler budget options are available on special request.