7 Days  Best Of Nyerere & Mafia Island Beach Family Safari

7 days Tanzania Family Safari combines the remote and wild beauty of Southern Tanzania’s Nyerere National Park (formerly Selous) with the untouched marine paradise of Mafia Island.

Detailed 7 Days Tanzania Family Wildlife Safari & Beach Tour

Day 1: Arrival in Dar es Salaam & Fly to Nyerere National Park.

Arrive at Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR) and take a light aircraft flight to Nyerere National Park. Settle into your riverside lodge and enjoy an afternoon boat safari on the Rufiji River, encountering hippos, crocodiles, and diverse birdlife.

Day 2 & 3: Nyerere Game Drives & Walking Safari.

Spend two full days exploring Nyerere National Park through exciting game drives, searching for elephants, lions, wild dogs, and other wildlife in this vast wilderness. Enjoy a guided walking safari for a more intimate connection with the bush.

Day 4: Fly to Mafia Island & Marine Park Introduction.

Take a scenic flight to Mafia Island, a hidden gem known for its pristine marine environment. Check into your beachfront lodge and enjoy an introductory snorkeling trip in the Mafia Island Marine Park, discovering vibrant coral reefs and diverse marine life.

Day 5 & 6: Mafia Island Marine Exploration & Relaxation.

Spend two days exploring the underwater wonders of Mafia Island. Enjoy scuba diving or snorkeling excursions to different reefs, swim with whale sharks (seasonal), or simply relax on the secluded beaches.

Day 7: Mafia Island Exploration & Sunset Cruise.

Explore Mafia Island’s terrestrial side, perhaps visiting local villages or historical ruins. Enjoy a relaxing sunset cruise on a traditional dhow.