10 DAY SOUTHERN TANZANIA VOYAGE

Couple the magnificent Zanzibar island with an experience of plentiful and rare wildlife in the remote Southern Parks

Day 1: Arrival / Ruaha National Park

On arrival at Dar Es Salaam International Airport you will have a quick chance to refresh before catching your connecting flight to Ruaha Airstrip, serving as an entry point to the southern circuit. On arrival at Ruaha, a welcome table will await you with various hot & cold beverage items and snacks. A representative from camp will brief you on the surrounding area and camp en-route to camp.

On arrival at camp you will get the opportunity to settle in, unwind and freshen up before heading to the dining tent for a delicious three-course meal prepared by the local chef. You will then head to the camp area for a refreshing whisky while tales of old times are being said.

Overnight: Kwihala Camp

Meals: Dinner

Day 2 – 3: Ruaha National Park

Depending on your preference, there are a couple of options with regards to how your day is structured. One option is to break camp early and head out with a picnic breakfast on a morning game drive, returning to camp in time for lunch. Alternatively, you can eat breakfast in camp and head out with a picnic lunch on an afternoon game drive, returning in the mid-afternoon.

Overnight: Kwihala Camp

Meals: Full Board

Day 4: Selous Game Reserve

After breakfast you will depart Kwihala Camp and head to Ruaha Airstrip for your flight to Selous Airstrip. On arrival at Selous you will be fetched by a representative from Sand Rivers Selous for your transfer to Sand Rivers Selous, situated in Selous Game Reserve. A brief introduction to the camp will be given to you en-route to your next destination.

On arrival in camp you will get the opportunity to put your belongings away and unwind before heading to the dining area for supper. If you are feeling adventurous you are more than welcome to partake in some of the activities offered at Sand Rivers Selous; game drives, boat rides, etc. If relaxation is what you are looking you are able to read a book in the gardens or sit under the palm trees with a refreshing drink.

Overnight: Sand River Selous

Meals: Full Board

Day 5 – 6: Selous Game Reserve

Depending on your preference, there are a couple of options with regards to how your day is structured. One option is to go on a morning or afternoon game drive depending on how your day is structures. Another option is to go on a boat ride on the river after a delicious breakfast at the lodge. Alternatively, you can enjoy a delicious breakfast on the property or a relaxing lunch under the palm trees. The lodge

will do everything to ensure that your ideal structure and plan is met.

Overnight: Sand River Selous

Meals: Full Board

Day 7: Zanzibar

After breakfast, depart camp and make your way to Selous Airstrip. Here you will bid your guide farewell as you board your flight to Zanzibar. On arrival at Zanzibar Airport you will be met by a representative from tourAfrika, and transferred by road to Matemwe Lodge in the north east of the island.

One of only a handful of boutique lodges in Zanzibar, the lodge is perched on a coral rock outcrop overlooking a sandy beach gently sloping into the Indian Ocean. Adjacent to the lodge, the corals surrounding the Mnemba Atoll offer superb diving and snorkelling. Fresh seafood, refreshing cocktails and relaxing massages are just some elements of the laid-back daily routines of Matemwe’s guests. The lodge is made up of only twelve beach chalets all overlooking the Indian Ocean. Each of the private verandas is furnished with large hammocks and sofas, perfect for whiling away the time as the occasional dhow drifts past in the distance.

Overnight: Matemwe Lodge

Meals: Full Board

Day 8 – 9: Zanzibar

There are a variety of activities available either at Matemwe Lodge, or that can be arranged through reception. Activities outside of the resort can usually be booked at 24 hours’ notice, so it is best to arrange these on arrival at the lodge. Your days are therefore open to be structured as you choose, with either as much relaxing by the pool, or as many activities as you wish.

Overnight: Matemwe Lodge

Meals: Full Board

Day 10: Departure

After breakfast you will depart for Zanzibar Airport for your flight to Dar es Salaam Airport. You will then catch your connecting flight and bid farewell to your guide for your onward journey

Overnight: None

Meals: Breakfast