A pack of wild dogs running through a dry, bushy landscape in the Selous Game Reserve, Tanzania.

Southern Tanzania & Pemba Island

Safari in Nyerere and Ruaha, followed by barefoot luxury on Pemba Island

Safari in Nyerere and Ruaha, followed by barefoot luxury on Pemba Island

This journey takes you deep into southern Tanzania – to the untamed beauty of Nyerere and Ruaha National Parks. You’ll explore vast landscapes on game drives, glide along the Rufiji River by boat, and witness lions, elephants and wild dogs far from the crowds. After your time in the bush, you’ll continue to the remote island of Pemba. Here, life slows down: turquoise waters, coral reefs, and a peaceful beach retreat await. Ideal for couples, honeymooners, safari veterans and nature lovers who seek authenticity, privacy and the magic of raw Africa.

  • Boat safari on the Rufiji River
  • Lion sightings and baobab landscapes in Ruaha
  • Peaceful barefoot luxury on Pemba Island
  • Price

    from 8.590  € per person plus flights

  • Best time to travel

    July - October

  • Flight time

    11h from Frankfurt a. M.

  • Recommended Duration

    from 12 days

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Your 12-day round trip could look like this

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Sunset over a coastal town with rooftops and a few distant church spires, near the ocean.
A person shopping for spices at a market stall in Zanzibar, with bags of colorful dried spices laid out on the table.
A sailboat with a traditional sail glides on calm waters during sunset near Zanzibar, with a few clouds in the sky.
A young squirrel monkey sitting on a tree branch in a lush green forest
01 Stone Town

Spices, Stories and the Sea

Your journey begins in the heart of Zanzibar’s old town. Stone Town is a maze of narrow alleyways, carved doors, vibrant markets and sea-salt air. Influenced by Arab, African and European cultures, the city tells centuries-old stories at every turn. Visit the former slave market, sip coffee on a rooftop terrace, or simply wander and take it all in. It’s a place of contrasts and atmosphere – the perfect start before heading into the Tanzanian wilderness.

A vast green savannah landscape with a herd of buffalo grazing and small trees scattered across the area, with distant mountains on the horizon.
A boat with people in the water during sunset, with palm trees and bushes along the riverbank.
Four people on a guided walk through a lush, tropical forest with tall palm trees and the setting sun in the background.
A pack of wild dogs running through a dry, bushy landscape in the Selous Game Reserve, Tanzania.
02 Nyerere National Park

Safari on the River

Southern Tanzania offers a safari experience shaped by water and wildness. Nyerere National Park, formerly known as Selous, is defined by rivers, floodplains and forests. Game drives reveal lions, elephants and giraffes, while boat safaris along the Rufiji offer close encounters with hippos, crocodiles and kingfishers. Wildlife here moves freely and naturally. And between activities, there’s time to slow down – to listen, to watch, and to be present in the rhythm of the bush.

Overnight Stay
3 Nights Recommended Hotel
A group of elephants walking through a grassy area in Ruaha National Park with trees in the background.
A safari vehicle rests near large rocks and lush greenery, with trees and hills in the background.
A leopard resting on a tree branch surrounded by branches and leaves.
03 Ruaha National Park

Remote, Raw and Real

Ruaha is one of Africa’s best-kept secrets. The landscapes are dramatic: baobab trees, rocky hills and dry riverbeds stretch across a vast, untamed wilderness. It’s home to large lion prides, herds of elephant, rare antelope species and over 500 bird species. You’ll head out in open vehicles with few others around – following animal tracks in the early morning or golden evening light. Each day feels different. There’s no script, just pure, unscripted safari. The silence stays with you long after you leave.

Overnight Stay
3 Nights Recommended Hotel
Aerial view of a tropical beach with palm trees and 'love' spelled out with umbrellas and rocks near the shoreline.
A sailboat floats calmly on clear turquoise waters near a sandbank with a distant island and a cloudy sky.
Two people snorkelling above a coral reef in clear blue ocean water.
04 Pemba Island

Time Slows, the Sea Shimmers

Finally, you’ll fly to Pemba – Zanzibar’s quiet, green sister island. It’s a place of peace and privacy, where coral reefs fringe the coast and traditional dhows glide across the sea. Whether you’re snorkelling the reef, exploring spice plantations or relaxing in a hammock by the ocean, life unfolds at its own pace. Here, nature sets the tone – and you follow. The perfect place to reflect, reconnect and rest after the rhythm of the wild.

Overnight Stay
5 Nights Recommended Hotel

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