Basic Safari

5-Day Explore Selous (Gm)&Kilwa Kisiwani and Songomnara

by Kihindo Tours and Safaris5 daysTanzania

Overview

Tour Overview

Tanzania Safari: You will enjoy a 5-day safari in the southern circuit in Selous Game Reserve (Nyerere National Park) beach and historical site in Kilwa Masoko, Kilwa

Day by Day

Itinerary

1

Dar es Salaam and Selous Game Reserve

Day 1Dar es Salaam and Selous Game Reserve Dar es Salaam and Selous Game Reserve In the morning, you will be picked up from the hotel, airport, or the agreed-upon point in Dar es Salaam and drive to the Selous Game Reserve via Kisarawe Road. It takes about 4 hours and 30 minutes. After reaching Selous Game Reserve, you will start an afternoon boat trip. In boat safaris, you can see animals like hippopotamus, crocodiles, and different primates. Usually, the afternoon boat trip leaves the lodge at 3:30 pm and returns at 6:30 pm. You will go back to the lodge for dinner and an overnight stay at Mloka safari lodge. Main Destination: Selous Game Reserve Best Time To Visit June to October (Easiest wildlife viewing) High Season June to October (The main tourist area gets crowded) Best Weather June to October (Little to no rainfall) Wildlife in Nyerere NP ElephantCommon GiraffeAbundant BuffaloCommon ZebraCommon WildebeestCommon HippoAbundant Show more HyenaCommon LionOccasional Wild DogOccasional LeopardRare White RhinoNone Black RhinoNone CheetahNone Accommodation: Mloka Safari Lodge Budget lodge located less than 1hr drive from Nyerere NP +14 Photos +13 Photos Meals & Drinks: All meals included Non-alcoholic drinks

2

Game Drive in Selous Game Reserve, (Nyerere National Park)

Day 2Game Drive in Selous Game Reserve, (Nyerere National Park) Game Drive in Selous Game Reserve, (Nyerere National Park) After breakfast, you will have a full-day game drive with a picnic lunch. You will enjoy the morning and afternoon game drives inside Selous Game Reserve. Today, you will drive in different areas of the park to find more animals like wild dogs, giraffes, elephants, lions, Nile crocodiles, and hippopotami along the banks of the Rufiji River, Cape buffalos, wildebeest, and elands. You will take your lunch in the afternoon and proceed with the game drive. Main Destination: Selous Game Reserve Accommodation: Mloka Safari Lodge Budget lodge located less than 1hr drive from Nyerere NP Meals & Drinks: All meals included Non-alcoholic drinks

3

Selous to Kilwa Masoko

Day 3Selous to Kilwa Masoko Selous to Kilwa Masoko You will have an early morning start with walking safaris to the jungle for 2 hours or 2 hours and a half. After breakfast and a picnic lunch in Selous, you will drive to Kilwa for the beach relaxation. The Good Lodge Kilwa Beach Lodge. Located along Indian Ocean beach. You will enjoy your afternoon and evening stay at your lodge based on full board. Main Destination: Kilwa Masoko (Kilwa) Accommodation: Kilwa Beach Lodge Mid-range lodge located in Kilwa Masoko (Kilwa) Meals & Drinks: All meals included Non-alcoholic drinks

4

Kilwa Kisiwani and Songomnara

Day 4Kilwa Kisiwani and Songomnara Kilwa Kisiwani and Songomnara After breakfast with a picnic lunch, you will drive to Kilwa Kisiwani. It is designated as a UNESCO World Heritage site due to its influence on the birth of Swahili culture, what is now a fishing village was, a thousand years ago, occupied by Arabs. They minted gold and sold spices, jewelry, and slaves, whilst holding licentious parties under the light of the moon and made the island state of Kilwa Kisiwani and Songo Mnara, a neighboring small island close to Kisiwani was a Swahili stone town which was inaugurated in the early 19th century. Its comparatively short history compared to its more illustrious neighbor of Kilwa Kisiwani has allowed archaeologists to examine early Swahili houses within a specific time. During the evening, you will drive back to the lodge for dinner and an overnight stay. Main Destination: Kilwa Kisiwani (Kilwa) Accommodation: Kilwa Beach Lodge Mid-range lodge located near Kilwa Kisiwani (Kilwa) Meals & Drinks: All meals included Non-alcoholic drinks

5

Kilwa and Dar es Salaam

Day 5Kilwa and Dar es Salaam Kilwa and Dar es Salaam After breakfast with a picnic lunch, you will leave Kilwa and depart to Dar es Salaam city. You will arrive late afternoon and be dropped off at your hotel, airport, or harbor. Main Destination: Dar Es Salaam (City) Accommodation: No accommodation (End of tour) Meals & Drinks: Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included) Non-alcoholic drinks End of tour (See Getting There for more details)End of tour (See Getting There for more details) Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost. You'll be dropped off at the airport. Interested in This Tour? Request a Quote We advise requesting quotes from 3 operators (Learn why) Requests are sent directly to the tour operator If preferred, you can contact the tour operator directly Next: Overview Next: Day by Day Next: Rates Next: Inclusions Next: Getting There Next: Offered By Best price guarantee Your request will be sent directly to the operator If preferred, you can contact the operator directly Next: Request a Quote Request a Quote Disclaimer This tour is offered by Kihindo Tours and Safaris, not SafariBookings. This operator reserves the right to change rates advertised on SafariBookings. If you request changes to this tour, the advertised rates will likely change. The exact order, contents and rates of this tour are subject to availability. If an accommodation is fully booked, the operator will suggest a comparable alternative. $990 pp (USD) What is included in t

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Included & Excluded

Included

  • A transfer from and back to the airport is included
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Not Included

  • Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour can be arranged for an extra cost

What travellers say

Verified Reviews

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Hitakshi 5.0/5

The team was very professional and accommodated all our requests. We were welcomed very nicely by pilly and wiliom. Even they helped us with additional day stay in last minute. Guide and staff at our camp were very kind and took very good...

Erik 5.0/5

We had Danford as our guide, he did great to find the animals and also go the extra mile if we wanted to see anything special. Very knowledgeable and friendly!

Zach 5.0/5

Our trip with kihindo was amazing. From initial communication with Pilly all the way to the end. Pilly was very responsive and provided all the info that we needed. Our pick up from Dar to the train to Morogoro, everhthing went smoothly....

Sofie 5.0/5

Our guide Danford was really great! He took us to amazing places to see all the best parts of the natural park. We saw the big 4! :)

Inguna 5.0/5

The safari with Kihindo Tours and Safaris was a great experience. Everything - from the meeting at the airport before the safari, to the transfer to the hotel after, was a good team effort. I really liked the place to stay - Lilac lodge!...

Frequently Asked Questions

FAQ

How much does 5-Day Explore Selous (Gm)&Kilwa Kisiwani and Songomnara cost?

5-Day Explore Selous (Gm)&Kilwa Kisiwani and Songomnara starts from USD 990 per person. This is a basic-level safari spanning 5 days. Prices vary by season and group size, with low season offering the best rates.

How long is 5-Day Explore Selous (Gm)&Kilwa Kisiwani and Songomnara?

This safari runs for 5 days and 4 nights across Tanzania. The itinerary is designed to maximize wildlife viewing while allowing comfortable travel between parks and lodges.

What comfort level is 5-Day Explore Selous (Gm)&Kilwa Kisiwani and Songomnara?

This is a basic safari featuring budget-friendly camping and basic lodges, ideal for adventurous travellers. Operated by Kihindo Tours and Safaris ensures a high standard of experience throughout the journey.

Is 5-Day Explore Selous (Gm)&Kilwa Kisiwani and Songomnara well-rated?

Yes, this safari has an aggregate rating of 5.0 out of 5 based on 606 verified reviews. Kihindo Tours and Safaris consistently receives positive feedback for wildlife sightings and overall experience.

Who operates 5-Day Explore Selous (Gm)&Kilwa Kisiwani and Songomnara?

5-Day Explore Selous (Gm)&Kilwa Kisiwani and Songomnara is operated by Kihindo Tours and Safaris, a safari company based in Tanzania. You can view their full profile, other tours, and verified reviews on SafariPicked to compare before booking.