Southern Circuit

TANZANIA SOUTHERN CIRCUIT

Embark on a mesmerizing journey through Tanzania’s Southern Circuit, a hidden gem waiting to be explored by adventurous travelers seeking untamed wilderness and off-the-beaten-path experiences. Starting from the bustling city of Dar es Salaam, the gateway to the Southern Circuit, adventurers are greeted by the warm coastal breeze and the promise of thrilling adventures ahead. From there, the journey unfolds into a world of pristine landscapes and diverse ecosystems, with highlights including the untamed wilderness of Ruaha National Park, where vast savannahs stretch as far as the eye can see and iconic baobab trees dot the horizon.

Traverse the rugged terrain of the Selous Game Reserve, one of the largest protected areas in Africa, home to a staggering array of wildlife including elephants, lions, and hippos. Then, venture into the remote and enchanting landscapes of the Udzungwa Mountains National Park, where lush rainforests teem with endemic species and cascading waterfalls offer moments of tranquility and awe. Along the way, encounters with local communities provide insights into traditional Tanzanian culture and way of life, adding depth and authenticity to the adventure.

Concluding the circuit, the pristine beaches of the Swahili Coast beckon, offering a perfect finale to an unforgettable journey through Tanzania’s Southern Circuit. With its untouched beauty and sense of discovery, the Southern Circuit promises an immersive and unforgettable safari experience for those willing to venture off the beaten path.

TOP DESTINATION FEATURED IN THE SOUTHERN CIRCUIT

Mikumi National Park

This relatively small (3230 sq km) National Park lies 300 km west of Dar-es-Salaam and is the closest park to the capital. It is nestled between the Uruguru mountains to the East and the Rift Valley escarpments to the Southwest. As it is close to the Selous ecosystem and therefor part of it, it benefits from the highest game density of the entire conservation area, while it is easily to access. Although less spectacular regarding Flora and Fauna, the Mikumi national park obtains a good impression of the African animal world and is suitable very well for a short visit.

Nyerere National Park

Nyerere National Park - (Selous Game Reserve) is the largest fauna reserve in the world, spanning over 55,000 km², almost four times the size of the Serengeti. Selous is considered important enough to be a World Heritage Site in which the lucky few can experience a safari in absolutely wild and unspoiled bush. The reserve was named after Englishman Sir Frederick Selous, a famous big game hunter and early conservationist, whose adventure books on Africa became best sellers in Victorian England. Among its unique attractions, the reserve contains one third of all the African hunting dog population in the world. Witness the majesty of large migrations of elephants, get close up with all the Big Five, and even enjoy game fishing while you are here.

Udzungwa National Park

Udzungwa National Park is a lush high-elevation rain forest and a great site for walking and moderate hiking. It is one of thirty-four “World Biodiversity Hotspots” and one of 200 World Wildlife Federation ecoregions of global critical importance. The Udzungwa forest is part of the so-called Eastern Arc, which is a series of mountains ranging from the Southern Highlands through the Uluguru and Usambara mountains northwards to Pare. The forest is home to many indigenous species of plants, mammals, reptiles, amphibians, birds, butterflies, and insects of which some of species are found nowhere else in the world. Udzungwa is also a unique cultural site for containing caves that have been used in the spiritual traditons and rituals of nearby tribes over many years—these have remained preserved so that one can get a sense of ancient religious traditions upon visiting.

Ruaha National Park

Ruaha National Park, located in the middle of Tanzania about 130 km from Iringa, is the second largest park in Tanzania, covering an area of more than 13,000 km2. The main vegetation types in Ruaha are Miombo woodland, acacia grasslands, and large baobab trees, all which attract diverse number of animals species. Some of the major attractions include large populations of elephants, giraffes, impalas, buffalo, lions, leopards, and hunting dogs. The Great Ruaha River that borders the park in the east, provides habitation for hippopotamus and crocodiles. Ruaha is also a prime destination for birdwatchers, with 436 species that have been identified so far.

TRIPS TO INSPIRE | SOUTHERN CIRCUIT TOUR PACKAGES

Our itinerary ideas can be as tailored as you’d like around your particular interests. These selected suggestions will give you some inspiration, but treat them just as a starting point because for your own trip will be created uniquely for you.

Nyerere Fly In & Out Luxury Safari

5 Days Mikumi & Nyerere Safari

4 Days The Best Of Southern Safari

What customers have to say about what we do

We have been receiving reviews from our served clients, and Tanzania Pure Nature And Travel is rated 5/5 by customers. This honor is given to us by customers because we always remain committed to all our customers to do whatever is needed by them to make their safari fully satisfied.

    
 
 
        
   Linda M 
 2023-09-21
 
 
 Verified Safari to Serengeti
Fabulous driver Hamadi .Saw incredible animals . Ask lots of questions prior to booking to unsure overnight accommodations suit your needs . Owner Aggrey very responsive ,and committed to customer satisfaction
  
 
       
   Glenn Mursell 
 2023-08-12
 
 
 Verified 3 day safari
Wonderful trip to three different safari sites with our wonderful and very knowledgeable host Ben, I loved every minute of it. Thank you so much ????
  
 
       
   Bosco Simba 
 2021-12-27
 
 
 Verified Family Excursions
Exllent Pure Nature and Travel i had awesome and great adventures with you to Tarangire, Ngorongoro and Manyara. My family were so excited and ths must be memorable to my kids in their life with all big 5 animals. Drivers are good, the hotel you rent for us with the swiming pool and the view is also nice. Keep it up,
  
 
       
   Traudel B 
 2021-09-16
 
 
 Verified The secret of a perfect holiday - 9 Days Safari + 6 Days Beach in Tanzania + Zanzibar!
The game drive through the northern circuit with our guide and driver Ben was an unique and unforgettable experience. He showed us animals and plants we would have never seen on our own - he brought us at the right time to the right places. My favorites were the hippos in the Serengeti! The beachholiday and all excursions at Zanzibar organised Agness with her local guides to our fullest contentedness. I loved most the breathtaking boatride to Mnemba-Island and our picnic on a sandbank in the ocean. Important to us were also the cultural and historical sites like the "cultural heritage center/african art gallery" and the "national natural history museum" at Arusha. All campsites and lodges chosen by Aggrey and his company were very comfortable, clean and the staff was friendly and competent. Thanks to Aggrey we could enjoy our holiday in 2021 - althought we booked for 2020. Particulary noteworthy is the special and reliable service for all measures and requirements due to the corona pandemic! These days in Tanzania were exciting and we recommend the personally but very professionally acting company "Tanzania Pur Nature and Travel" to all future adventurers!
  
 
       
   Teddy K 
 2021-01-09
 
 
 Verified Wonders of the Wild
My favorite part was to see and hear the way carnivorous hunt their prey,also to watch different kinds of birds like flamingos and their different species.
  
 
       
   Veremundi Liheta 
 2021-01-05
 
 
 Verified Magical and breath taking experience!
My favorite part of the experience was the game ride. The guides were very friendly, professional too and took alot of time giving details and even gave us secret words they used for animal names and people too! I would highly recommend because our family had the best time in a long long time!
  
 
       
   Fredric G 
 2019-11-07
 
 
 Verified Safari Tarangire & Ngorongoro
Thanks Pure Nature for a great Safari to Tarangire and Ngorongoro. Our trip started at Moshi where the owner Aggrey met us and gave us a warmly welcome. Our Safari guide Ben gave us a once in a life time experience. We are a family of three, two adults and a child of 7 years old. We higly recommend Pure Nature for their professionalism and treatment. Best regards Angela, Fredric and Jolie
  
 
       
   Vaneval79 
 2019-07-23
 
 
 Verified Best Safari ever! ????????????????
We just returned from our Safari trip in Tarangire, Ngorongoro and Serengeti and we had the most amazing time. Our guide, Danny, was an excellent host and made sure our experience was unforgettable. I would definitely repeat and recommend.
  
 
       
   Hartmut Ring 
 2019-07-07
 
 
 Verified Exzellenter Rundum-Service seit 2002
Unsere NGO Voice of Kilimanjaro-Kids e.V. nutzt seit unserer Gründung in 2002 ausschließlich den exzellenten Rundum-Service von Tanzania Pure Nature and Travel. Ob Stadtfahrten, Projekteinsatzreisen oder Safaris - Jederzeit überzeugt Tanzania Pure Nature and Travel durch beste Organisation, Kompetenz, Fachwissen, sehr gut geschultes Personal und ein kundenorientiertes Management, sowie einen Fuhrpark in bestem technischen Zustand. Mehr als 65 unserer Mitglieder haben seit 2002 den Service von Tanzania Pure Nature and Travel in Anspruch genommen und waren durchgängig mit allen Leistungen mehr als zufrieden. Tanzania Pure Nature and Travel kann man nur wärmstens weiter empfehlen. Voice of Kilimanjaro-Kids e.V. Hartmut Ring (Ehrenvorsitzender)
  
 
       
   Andrea Ring 
 2019-07-07
 
 
 Verified Safari vom Feinsten
Wir - Andrea und Hartmut Ring - haben schon viele Safaris mit Tanzania Pure Nature and Travel zu unserer vollsten Zufriedenheit durchgeführt. Unsere letzte 5-Tages-Safari im April 2019 hat uns in die Tarangire, Lake Manjara, Ngorongoro Krater, Serengeti und zu den Bushmen geführt. Die gelebte persönliche Rundum-Betreuung von Aggrey Makia und Leokadia Bambe, detaillierte Erläuterungen zu Land, Leuten und der Tier- und Pflanzenwelt in den Parks machen eine Safari mit Tanzania Pure Nature and Travel zu einem unvergesslichen Erlebnis. Wir freuen uns auf unsere nächste Reise nach Tansania im Frühjahr 2020 und werden uns wieder ausschließlich dem perfekten Service von Tanzania Pure Nature and Travel anvertrauen. Andrea und Hartmut Ring Germany

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