9-Day Zanzibar, Mikumi & Selous Ultimate Safari Experience

Tour Highlights

✅ Explore the history and culture of Zanzibar
✅ Safari game drives in Mikumi & Selous
✅ Boat safari on the Rufiji River
✅ Beach retreat in Nungwi or Kendwa
✅ Sunset dhow cruise & Swahili dining experience

Day 1: Arrival in Zanzibar & Stone Town Tour

Upon arrival, transfer to your Stone Town hotel for check-in. Begin a guided walking tour through the historical alleys, visiting the Sultan’s Palace and Old Slave Market. Enjoy a traditional Swahili lunch before relaxing at the hotel. Evening sunset dhow cruise followed by a seafood dinner.

Day 2: Spice Tour & Beach Relaxation

After breakfast, visit a spice farm to explore Zanzibar’s fragrant plantations. Participate in a cooking class before heading to a beachfront resort in Nungwi. Spend the evening at leisure, enjoying a bonfire dinner by the ocean.

Day 3: Flight to Mikumi & Game Drive

Take a morning flight to Mikumi National Park. Upon arrival, set off for a thrilling afternoon game drive, spotting lions, giraffes, and wildebeests. Return to the lodge for dinner and overnight.

Day 4: Full-Day Safari in Mikumi

Spend the entire day on a game drive, exploring Mikumi’s breathtaking landscapes. Enjoy a picnic lunch in the bush before continuing to spot wildlife, including elephants and leopards. Return to the lodge for a bush dinner.

Day 5: Transfer to Selous & Boat Safari

Depart for Selous Game Reserve, enjoying a scenic drive through Tanzania’s wilderness. Check into your lodge before an afternoon boat safari along the Rufiji River. Spot crocodiles, hippos, and diverse bird species before returning to camp for dinner.

Day 6: Game Drive & Walking Safari in Selous

Embark on a full-day game drive through Selous, one of Africa’s largest protected areas. Spot elephants, African wild dogs, and various predators. After lunch, enjoy a guided walking safari with an experienced ranger. Return to the lodge for an evening under the stars.

Day 7: Return to Zanzibar & Beach Leisure

Fly back to Zanzibar and check into a beachfront resort. Spend the afternoon relaxing on the pristine beaches of Kendwa or Paje. Optional activities include diving or jet skiing. Enjoy a romantic beachfront dinner.

Day 8: Cultural Village Visit & Sunset Cruise

Explore a local village to learn about the daily life of Zanzibar’s communities. In the evening, enjoy a luxurious sunset dhow cruise with drinks and Swahili music.

Day 9: Relaxation & Departure

Enjoy a leisurely breakfast with ocean views before transferring to the airport for your flight home.