| COMMUNITY
BASED SAFARIS IN SOUTH TANZANIA
The following safaris are specially
designed to incorporate direct involvement with local community
development projects in areas that you will visit.
OPTION 1. Dar es Salaam, Mikumi,
Rungwe, Lake Niassa, Iringa, Ruaha, 15 days/14 nights
OPTION 2. Dar es Salaam, Mikumi,
Usambara Mountains, Pangani, 13 days/12 nights
OPTION 3. Dar es Salaam, Mikumi,
Ruaha, 9 days/8 nights
OPTION 4. Dar es Salaam, Mikumi,
Uluguru Mountains and Selous, 9 days/8 nights
OPTION 5. Dar
es Salaam, Mikumi, Ruaha, Morogoro and south coast Dar es Salaam
14 days/13 nights
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OPTION 1. Dar es Salaam, Mikumi,
Rungwe, Lake Niassa, Iringa, Ruaha, 15 days/14 nights
An itinerary designed to encompass
community projects in all the areas which we visit as well as the
spectacular national parks of Mikumi and Ruaha.
Visit the Bibi Jann Day Care Centre in Dar es Salaam, community
and environment projects in Ruaha, the weekly local pottery market
at Lake Niassa as well as a local tourism initiative in the Rungwe
region in the far south of Tanzania.
DAY 1. THURSDAY DAR ES SALAAM
Arrival in Dar es Salaam, met and transfer to Mediterraneo Hotel,
Kawe Beach. BB
DAY 2. FRIDAY DAR ES SALAAM
Visit to Bibi Jann Centre in Mbagala -
http://www.bibijann.org/.
O/n Mediterraneo Hotel. BB
DAY 3. SATURDAY MIKUMI NATIONAL PARK
Drive Dar es Salaam to Mikumi (approx 4 ½ hours). Lunch at
camp.
Afternoon game drive. O/n Authentic Mikumi Camp. FB
DAY 4. SUNDAY MIKUMI NATIONAL PARK
Morning and afternoon or full day game drives. O/n Authentic Mikumi
Camp. FB
DAY 5. MONDAY MIKUMI NATIONAL PARK
Morning and afternoon or full day game drives. O/n Authentic Mikumi
Camp. FB
DAY 6.TUESDAY TUKUYU, RUNGWE REGION
Scenic drive through the southern highlands to Tukuyu (approx 7
hours).
Options to visit local villages, hikes through the mountains to
local view points and Ngozi Crater, visit tea estates, etc supporting
the local community tourism initiative - http://www.rungweteatours.com/.
O/n Landmark Hotel, Tukuyu. BB
DAY 7. WEDNESDAY TUKUYU, RUNGWE REGION
Options to visit local villages,
hikes through the mountains to local view points and Ngozi Crater,
visit tea estates, etc. O/n Landmark Hotel, Tukuyu. BB
DAY 8. THURSDAY TUKUYU, RUNGWE REGION
Options to visit local villages, hikes through the mountains to
local view points and Ngozi Crater, visit tea estates, etc. O/n
Landmark Hotel, Tukuyu. BB
DAY 9. FRIDAY LAKE NIASSA
Drive through the Livingstone Mountains to Matema beach, Lake Niassa
(approx 3 ½ hours).
O/n Matema Lutheran Centre. BB
DAY 10. SATURDAY LAKE NIASSA
Visit by dig out canoe to the famous local Saturday pottery market.
O/n Matema Lutheran Centre. BB
DAY 11. SUNDAY IRINGA
Drive through the highlands to Iringa region (approx 7 hours). Afternoon
to relax at working farm. O/n Kisolanza Farmhouse. BB
DAY 12. MONDAY RUAHA NATIONAL PARK
Drive to Ruaha N.P. (approx 3 hours) with visit to the Environmental
Center in Idodi supported by the Ruaha Conservation Fund - http://www.suestolberger.com/rcf.htm.
Afternoon game drive. O/n Authentic Ruaha Camp. FB
DAY 13. TUESDAY RUAHA NATIONAL PARK
Full day game drive in Ruaha N.P. O/n Authentic Ruaha Camp. FB
DAY 14. WEDNESDAY RUAHA NATIONAL PARK
Morning walking safari, afternoon game drive in Ruaha N.P. O/n Authentic
Ruaha Camp. FB
DAY 15. THURSDAY DEPART
Morning game drive to airstrip, fly Ruaha-Dar es Salaam/Zanzibar
dep 11.45
OPTION 2. Dar es Salaam, Mikumi, Usambara
Mountains, Pangani - 13 days/12 nights
An off the beaten track safari to Mikumi N.P., the
Usambara Mountains and the north Tanzanian mainland coast.
Mikumi N.P. offers fantastic game viewing and a good park infrastructure.
The closest park to Dar es Salaam with the chance to see all the
big 5 except rhino.
Authentic Mikumi Camp is a small seasonal wilderness camp set deep
in the heart of Mikumi national park. With just 6 tents with en
suite toilet/shower extensions emphasis is on appreciation of the
natural fauna and fauna and walking safaris can be taken from the
camp.
Emau Hill Forest Campsite, close to Amani and adjoining the Amani
Nature Reserve in the East Usambara Mountains, operates in an environmentally
responsible way. It offers comfortable accommodation in simple tented
bandas with fine views all around of mature forest. Set in over
70 hectares, Emau offers walks to suit all tastes through a variety
of habitats with particularly fine examples of African violets growing
alongside the river.
The location is a delight for serious and more relaxed birdwatchers
alike with the majority of the ‘must see’ species either
on the site or very close by.
Guided day and night walks are available both in the immediate area
and further afield in these beautiful and little-known mountains.
You can of course just sit, relax and enjoy before candlelit dinner
and after-dinner drinks around the fire.
The untouched Pangani Coast offers the chance to snorkel or scuba
dive off Maziwe Island, explore the Pangani River by boat and glimpse
crocodiles and the spectacular birdlife that thrives here. You can
also take a leisurely kayak trip or a walking tour of historic Pangani
town.
OPTION 2. Dar es Salaam,
Mikumi, Usambara Mountains, Pangani, 13 days/12 nights
Day 1. Dar es Salaam
Arrival Dar es Salaam, transfer to Mediterraneo Hotel. BB
Day 2. Dar es Salaam
Half day visit to Bibi Jann Centre in Mbagala – the centre
has established a primary school and a grandmother outreach programme
for bibis who have been left to look after orphaned children.
O/n Mediterraneo Hotel. BB
Day 3. Mikumi N.P.
Drive Dar es Salaam to Mikumi N.P. (approx 5 hours).
After lunch game drive. O/n Authentic Mikumi Camp. FB
Day 4. Mikumi N.P.
Morning and afternoon or full day game drive in Mikumi N.P. O/n
Authentic Mikumi Camp. FB
Day 5. Mikumi N.P.
Morning walking safari, afternoon game drive. O/n Authentic Mikumi
Camp. FB
Day 6. Emau Hill, Usambara Mountains
Early morning game drive. After breakfast drive to Emau Hill, Amani
Nature Reserve (approx 6 hours). O/n Emau Hill Campsite, 3 overnights
FB
Day 7. Emau Hill, Usambara Mountains
After breakfast a short walk in the immediate area to experience
a tropical rain forest and by the river to see the African Violets
growing in profusion.
Optional
A drive around the area including a visit to a tea estate and visit
the womens batik cooperative.
Escorted night walk in the Amani Nature Reserve
Day 8. Emau Hill, Usambara Mountains
Day at leisure bird watching or hiking. Picnic lunch can be arranged.
Optional
Full day escorted bird watching with picnic lunch
Day 9 - 12 The Tides Lodge, Pangani
After breakfast transfer to The Tides on Ushongo beach south of
Pangani. 4 nights FB
Relax by the pool, walk on the beach or the following optional activities:
Pangani River cruise
Snorkeling off Maziwe Island
Kite and windsurfing
Deep sea fishing
Dhow cruises
Walking tour of historic Pangani
Scuba Diving
Mountain Bikes
Day 13. Depart
Transfer to Pangani (Mashado) Airstrip dep 09.15 arrive Dar es Salaam
09.55.
Emau Hill Forest Campsite will be closed during the rainy season
aprox mid April until June 21st
The simple accomodation consists of large tents under makuti, (palm
thatch) roofs which are cool and comfortable with double or single
beds and are large enough to hold a family of four.
The Dining Banda, Bar and terrace overlook the surrounding garden
and offer views over the site to the forested hillsides beyond and
with over 100 species seen from the Dining Banda and all the ‘must
see’ species either on site or very close by, this is the
ideal location for the most discerning birder.
The camp uses solar power, composting toilets and recycles as much
as possible.
They make their own bricks and blocks and use natural materials
sourced as close to site as possible whilst supporting several community
projects which can be visited locally such as the women’s
batik cooperative.
The Tides Lodge financially supports a conservation
project at the Maziwe Marine Reserve. This preserves marine life.
It also provides income for the local fisherman in a sustainable
way
• Use an Ionising Water Filter. This reduces the consumption
of Plastic Water bottles
• Use Solar Water Heaters
• Use a brick oven, fired with bio-mass, to reduce the consumption
of Gas
• Purchase as much as possible locally. This reduces the damage
to the environment
• Laundry is done by hand. This employs more people locally
and reduces electricity consumption
• We use low energy light bulbs throughout the hotel
The Tides Lodge:-
• Employs 30 people in the local village of Ushongo
• Donates books to the local school
• Makes a monthly contribution to the village directly linked
to the number of visitors to The Tides
• Encourages guests to make a direct contribution for the
benefit of the village
• Buys as much as possible from the Local community.
• Harvests the coconuts grown at The Tides and donates the
proceeds to the staff
OPTION 3. Dar es Salaam, Mikumi, Ruaha,
9 days/8 nights
DAY 1. DAR ES SALAAM
Arrival in Dar es Salaam, met and transfer to Mediterraneo Hotel,
Kawe Beach. BB
DAY 2. DAR ES SALAAM
Visit to Bibi Jann Centre in Mbagala -
http://www.bibijann.org/.
O/n Mediterraneo Hotel. BB
DAY 3. MIKUMI NATIONAL PARK
Drive Dar es Salaam to Mikumi (approx 4 ½ hours). Lunch at
camp.
Afternoon game drive. O/n Authentic Mikumi Camp. FB
DAY 4. MIKUMI NATIONAL PARK
Morning and afternoon or full day game drives. O/n Authentic Mikumi
Camp. FB
DAY 5. RUAHA NATIONAL PARK
Drive to Ruaha N.P. (approx 3 hours) with visit to the Environmental
Center in Idodi supported by the Ruaha Conservation Fund - http://www.suestolberger.com/rcf.htm.
Afternoon game drive. O/n Authentic Ruaha Camp. FB
DAY 6. RUAHA NATIONAL PARK
Full day game drive in Ruaha N.P. O/n Authentic Ruaha Camp. FB
DAY 7. RUAHA NATIONAL PARK
Full day game drive in Ruaha N.P. O/n Authentic Ruaha Camp. FB
DAY 8. RUAHA NATIONAL PARK
Morning walking safari, afternoon game drive in Ruaha N.P. O/n Authentic
Ruaha Camp. FB
DAY 9. DEPART
Morning game drive to airstrip, fly Ruaha-Dar es Salaam/Zanzibar
dep 11.45 arrive 13.50/14.20.
OPTION 4. Dar es Salaam, Mikumi, Uluguru
Mountains and Selous, 9 days/8 nights
DAY 1. DAR ES SALAAM
Arrival in Dar es Salaam, met and transfer to Mediterraneo Hotel,
Kawe Beach. BB
DAY 2. DAR ES SALAAM
Visit to Bibi Jann Centre in Mbagala -
http://www.bibijann.org/.
O/n Mediterraneo Hotel. BB
DAY 3. MIKUMI NATIONAL PARK
Drive Dar es Salaam to Mikumi (approx 4 ½ hours). Lunch at
camp.
Afternoon game drive. O/n Authentic Mikumi Camp. FB
DAY 4. MIKUMI NATIONAL PARK
Morning and afternoon or full day game drives. O/n Authentic Mikumi
Camp. FB
DAY 5. MOROGORO
Drive to Morogoro (approx 1 hour). Guided hike in Uluguru mountains
visiting small villages organised by Chilunga Cultural Tourism Programme
- http://www.chilunga.or.tz
O/n Mbuyuni Farmstay. FB
DAY 6. SELOUS GAME RESERVE
Scenic drive through the Uluguru mountains to Selous G.R. (approx
4 hours). Afternoon game drive through Selous to Mtemere gate. O/n
Camping at campsite on Rufiji River bank. FB
DAY 7. SELOUS GAME RESERVE
Safari options include game drives, 1 walking safari and 1 boat
safari on Rufiji River.
O/n Camping at campsite on Rufiji River bank. FB
DAY 8. SELOUS GAME RESERVE
Safari options include game drives, 1 walking safari and 1 boat
safari on Rufiji River.
O/n Camping at campsite on Rufiji River bank. FB
DAY 9. DAR es SALAAM
Drive back to Dar es Salaam (approx 6 hours).
OPTION 5. DAR ES SALAAM, MIKUMI AND RUAHA
NATIONAL PARKS, MOROGORO SAFARI PLUS SOUTH COAST DAR es SALAAM BEACH
DAY 1. DAR ES SALAAM
Arrival in Dar es Salaam, met and transfer to Mediterraneo Hotel,
Kawe Beach. BB
DAY 2. DAR ES SALAAM
Visit to Bibi Jann Day Care Centre in Mbagala - http://www.bibijann.org/.
O/n Mediterraneo Hotel. BB
DAY 3. MIKUMI NATIONAL PARK
Drive Dar es Salaam to Mikumi (approx 4 ½ hours). Lunch at
camp.
Afternoon game drive. O/n Authentic Mikumi Camp. FB
DAY 4. MIKUMI NATIONAL PARK
Morning and afternoon or full day game drives. O/n Authentic Mikumi
Camp. FB
DAY 5. RUAHA NATIONAL PARK
Drive to Ruaha N.P. (approx 3 hours) with visit to the Environmental
Center in Idodi supported by the Ruaha Conservation Fund - http://www.suestolberger.com/rcf.htm.
Afternoon game drive. O/n Authentic Ruaha Camp. FB
DAY 6. RUAHA NATIONAL PARK
Full day game drive in Ruaha N.P. O/n Authentic Ruaha Camp. FB
DAY 7. RUAHA NATIONAL PARK
Full day game drive in Ruaha N.P. O/n Authentic Ruaha Camp. FB
DAY 8.MOROGORO
Drive through southern highlands to Morogoro. Relax at working herbal
tea estate.
O/n Mbuyuni Farmstay. FB
DAY 9. MOROGORO
Hiking in the Uluguru Mountains with local guides –
http://www.chilunga.or.tz
O/n Mbuyuni Farmstay. FB.
DAY 10. SOUTH COAST DAR es SALAAM
Drive back to Dar es Salaam south coast (approx 4 hours). Relax
at beach.
O/n Kipepeo. FB
DAY 11. SOUTH COAST DAR es SALAAM
Relax at beach. O/n Kipepeo. FB
DAY 12. SOUTH COAST DAR es SALAAM
Relax at beach. O/n Kipepeo. FB
DAY 13. SOUTH COAST DAR es SALAAM
Relax at beach. O/n Kipepeo. FB
DAY 14. DEPART
Transfer to DIA to connect to international flight departure.
Ask for further information on combining any of
the community visits with alternative Tanzania safari itineraries
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