Southern Tanzania & Zanzibar Honeymoon
This off-the-beaten-track trip takes you on a wild and exhilarating safari experience, split across two lesser-explored game-viewing regions before relaxing on the palm-fringed beaches of Zanzibar.
📍 Ruaha National Park > Selous Game Reserve > Zanzibar
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This off-the-beaten-track trip takes you on a wild and exhilarating safari experience, split across two lesser-explored game-viewing regions before relaxing on the palm-fringed beaches of Zanzibar.
Why we love it
“Perfect for wild-at-heart honeymooners seeking a safari away from the norm. Southern Tanzania offers an exhilarating safari circuit, and, unlike most of East Africa, Ruaha National Park and the Selous Game Reserve are very much ‘off the beaten track'. The name of the game on this trip is authenticity, and the focus of your safari will be to connect with the history and culture of the region, as well as a front-row seat to see some of Africa’s largest prides of lion and packs of wild dog. Whilst the region is gaining popularity, the crowds are still drawn to the big-name parks (Serengeti and Masai Mara) so you will be able to step back in time and enjoy your safari in tranquillity.”
Laura
team nemoTrip includes
Excludes international flights
When to go
The rains arrive but excellent value rates, luscious greenery and the arrival of the colourful migratory birds can make this a lovely time to go
Dec-Mar
The long rains set in, so whilst low season rates apply, it is a risky time to visit
Apr-May
The dry season throughout the country ensures excellent game viewing and the wildebeest migration will be in full swing, if you want to add a stop in the west or northern Serengeti
June-Sep
A lovely season to travel at the end of the dry season and the start of the short rains - humidity is high but shoulder season rates make for a more affordable Tanzania trip
Oct-Nov
Pick and choose from our curated portfolio of hotels and experiences, designing your perfect itinerary.
Your trip includes seamless logistics throughout with the world's top drivers and guides. We customise your trip on a 1-1 basis until it's perfect for you.
We connect you to a personal Travel Expert who is on hand to make your trip truly perfect. They will be in touch within 24 hrs.
International flights are not included in the total cost, our Travel Experts can advise on the best routes and places to book.
Example itinerary
Our team have curated an amazing route for you to get inspired. Your trip will be fully bespoke - we can add, remove and tweak this to your heart's content.
You'll land in Dar es Salaam International Airport, where you'll be met by our wonderful local partners and transferred to the domestic airport, in time to board your light aircraft flight to the bush. On landing in Ruaha, you'll be met by your safari guide for your game drive into camp.
Ruaha National Park
A remote wilderness with an incredibly high concentration of predators and one of Africa's top destinations for walking safaris. More off-the-beaten-track than the Northern Circuit, this park combines well with the Selous and Zanzibar with a daily light aircraft route.
Featured hotels
Ikuka Camp
Jabali Ridge
Kigelia Camp
Mdonya Old River Camp
Mwagusi Safari Camp
Ruaha River Lodge
Featured hotels
Ikuka Camp
Jabali Ridge
Kigelia Camp
Mdonya Old River Camp
Mwagusi Safari Camp
Ruaha River Lodge
Featured activities
Today you'll head back to the airstrip with your guide, in time to hop aboard your next light aircraft flight to the beautiful Selous, where you'll be met by your guide and taken on another short game to your camp.
Selous Game Reserve
Africa's largest game reserve has a wide variety of safari activities available and is a real hidden gem. From boat safaris to walking and game drives, you will not be left wanting. The reserve connects very well to Zanzibar and Ruaha National Park with light aircraft flights.
Featured hotels
Beho Beho
Lake Manze Camp
Roho Ya Selous
Sand Rivers
Selous Impala Camp
Siwandu
Featured hotels
Beho Beho
Lake Manze Camp
Roho Ya Selous
Sand Rivers
Selous Impala Camp
Siwandu
Featured activities
To the beach! You'll be transferred back to the airstrip today for your final last light aircraft flight over to Zanzibar, where you'll be met by our local partners and transferred to your hotel, ready to watch the sun go down with a cocktail on the beach.
Zanzibar
White sandy beaches, energetic Stone Town and a rich history - this island has it all. The ideal stay would be around 5 nights and take in a bit of everything from rooftop lunches in the old town to private dhow cruises at sunset. The airport connect well with Tanzania's safari circuit and Nairobi, as well as the Middle East.
Featured hotels
Baraza Resort & Spa
Breezes Beach Club
Emerson Spice
Fundu Lagoon
Gold Zanzibar
Kinasi Lodge
Matemwe Lodge
Mnemba Island
Own Arrangements
Park Hyatt
Pongwe Beach Hotel
Qambani
Sharazad Boutique Hotel
Sharazad Oasis Retreat
Sharazad Wonders Boutique Hotel
Shooting Star Lodge
Xanadu Villas
Zanzibar White Sand Hotel
Zawadi
Zuri Zanzibar
Featured hotels
Baraza Resort & Spa
Breezes Beach Club
Emerson Spice
Fundu Lagoon
Gold Zanzibar
Kinasi Lodge
Matemwe Lodge
Mnemba Island
Own Arrangements
Park Hyatt
Pongwe Beach Hotel
Qambani
Sharazad Boutique Hotel
Sharazad Oasis Retreat
Sharazad Wonders Boutique Hotel
Shooting Star Lodge
Xanadu Villas
Zanzibar White Sand Hotel
Zawadi
Zuri Zanzibar
Featured activities
At a time to tie in with your international flight, you'll be transferred back to Zanzibar International Airport and waved farewell, before checking in to begin your journey home. We hope you've had an incredible trip!
Southern Tanzania & Zanzibar Honeymoon
£5,051
£5,051
Trip includes
Excludes international flights
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We charge a 20% non-refundable deposit, plus charge up front for flights we book. These terms are aligned with our partner hotels, activity and logistics partners in each destination.
If you need to change your trip, we will do everything we can to do so without a charge. Similarly with cancellation, whilst the deposit is non-refundable, we can often transfer this to a future trip.
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