DalaSafari
2-Day Fly-In Safari from Zanzibar to Nyerere National Park
2 days · 1 nights · Mid-range lodge · Zanzibar → Zanzibar
Cheers Africa Expeditions
Live prices and dates: https://dalasafari.com/package/2-day-fly-in-safari-from-zanzibar-to-nyerere-national-park-2
At a glance
- Days & nights
- 2 days · 1 nights
- Parks (1)
- Nyerere (Selous)
- Group size
- up to 6 travellers
- Comfort
- Mid-range lodge · lodge
- Pace
- Active · 2 long drive days
- Start & end
- Zanzibar → Zanzibar · no airport transfer
Route: 1. Zanzibar → 2. Selous Safari Lodge
Day by day
Day 1 — Zanzibar to Nyerere National Park – Full-Day Game Drive
Your safari begins with an early morning pickup from your hotel in Zanzibar and a transfer to the airport for your scheduled flight to Selous/Nyerere National Park. Upon arrival at the Mtemere Airstrip, you will meet your professional safari guide and begin your exciting wildlife adventure. Enjoy a full-day game drive through Nyerere National Park, exploring its vast wilderness, scenic landscapes, and diverse wildlife. Keep your eyes open for elephants, lions, giraffes, zebras, buffaloes, wildebeests, and, with some luck, the rare African wild dogs. Around midday, take a break to enjoy a picnic lunch in the designated area before continuing your game drive in search of more wildlife and unforgettable photographic opportunities. In the late afternoon, transfer to your lodge or safari camp for check-in, dinner, and a relaxing overnight stay surrounded by the sounds of the African wilderness.
- Seamless Fly-In Safari from Zanzibar
- Full-Day Game Drive Adventure
- Discover the Rare African Wild Dogs
Meals: L, D · Overnight Selous Safari Lodge
Day 2 — Guided Bush Walking Safari, Boat Safari, Return to Zanzibar
Begin your morning with an exciting guided bush walking safari in Nyerere National Park. Accompanied by an experienced walking guide and armed ranger, explore the African bush on foot, discover animal tracks, observe smaller wildlife, and learn about the fascinating plants and ecosystems of this remarkable wilderness. Continue your adventure with a sunrise boat safari along the Rufiji River, offering wonderful opportunities to spot hippos, crocodiles, elephants along the riverbanks, and diverse birdlife while enjoying the peaceful beauty of the river. After these memorable safari experiences, return to your lodge for breakfast and enjoy some time to relax before lunch. Afternoon: Flight Back to Zanzibar After lunch, transfer to the airstrip for your scheduled afternoon flight back to Zanzibar. Upon arrival, meet your driver for a comfortable transfer to your hotel, concluding your unforgettable two-day safari adventure.
- Sunrise Boat Safari on the Rufiji River
- Authentic African Wilderness Experience
- Convenient Fly-In, Fly-Out Safari
Meals: B, L
Where you stay
- Night 1: Selous Safari Lodge or similar · alternatives: Selous Kinga Lodge, African Safari Lodge, Nyerere Tented Camp
Final property confirmed at booking, always the same band.
Included
Transport
- Nyerere (Selous) park fees, Accommodation as listed in the itinerary, Meals as marked on each day, Drinking water throughout, Professional driver-guide, 4x4 safari vehicle with pop-up roof. Travellers will be asked to confirm they pay these themselves.
- Airport Transfer
- Hotel Transfers
Extras
- Private game drive
- Complementary Walking Safari
Not included
Transport
- International flights
Meals
- Drinks
Extras
- Visa
- Tips
- Travel insurance
- Optional extras
Prices
| Travellers | Per person | Total |
|---|---|---|
| 2 | USD 890 | USD 1,780 |
| 3 | USD 890 | USD 2,670 |
| 4 | USD 890 | USD 3,560 |
| 5 | USD 890 | USD 4,450 |
| 6 | USD 890 | USD 5,340 |
Seasons: All year 14–14 Oct (USD 890 for two)
The safari company usually asks for a deposit to hold the dates, with the balance before you travel; you pay the company directly. Prices as of 2026-10-20; live price on DalaSafari.
Good to know
- Best months: All year 14–14 Oct
- Children: ask the company
- Pack neutral clothes, a fleece, a hat, sunscreen and binoculars.
- Visas, vaccinations and travel insurance are arranged by you.
Season dates: 14–14 Oct