Nyerere & Ruaha Explorer

About this journey

While most visitors flock to Tanzania's famous northern circuit, the country's southern parks offer an equally extraordinary — and far more exclusive — safari experience. This 8-day expedition focuses entirely on the south, taking you deep into two of Africa's most magnificent and least-visited wilderness areas. Nyerere National Park, formerly the Selous Game Reserve, is Africa's largest protected area at over 50,000 square kilometers. Here, the mighty Rufiji River sustains a staggering diversity of life, and the safari activities go far beyond traditional game drives to include boat safaris, walking safaris, and fly-camping under the stars. The journey continues to Ruaha National Park, a rugged and remote landscape where the Great Ruaha River has carved dramatic valleys through ancient geology. Ruaha is renowned for its massive elephant herds, some of the largest lion prides on the continent, and one of East Africa's most significant populations of endangered African wild dogs. With just a handful of luxury camps spread across an area the size of Switzerland, you will experience a level of solitude and exclusivity that is simply impossible in the north. This safari is designed for experienced travelers and wildlife enthusiasts who crave authenticity, silence, and raw, untamed Africa.