Before sunrise paints the sky of Zanzibar in soft golden hues, your adventure begins. You are picked up from your hotel in the quiet early hours, leaving behind the white sandy beaches for something wilder, deeper, and truly unforgettable.
As your small aircraft lifts into the morning sky, the island slowly fades away, replaced by endless landscapes of rivers, forests, and open plains. Soon, you touch down in the heart of the African wilderness—Nyerere National Park, one of the largest and most untouched wildlife reserves in Africa.
At Mtemere airstrip, your professional safari guide welcomes you and your full-day game drive begins. The wild reveals itself moment by moment—elephants crossing your path, giraffes gracefully feeding from treetops, and zebras scattered across the savannah. Somewhere in the distance, lions rest under the shade, watching over their kingdom.
Midday brings a peaceful pause. At a scenic and safe location, you enjoy a picnic lunch surrounded by nature—perhaps with views of a river where hippos lounge and birds glide across the sky. It’s a moment of calm, connection, and pure African beauty.
The adventure continues into the afternoon, with every turn offering a new surprise. The magic of Nyerere National Park lies in its unpredictability—no two safaris are ever the same.
As the sun begins to lower, you return to the airstrip, carrying unforgettable memories. The flight back to Zanzibar gives you one last breathtaking view of the wild before you arrive back at your hotel in the evening.
This is not just a day trip… it’s a journey into the soul of Africa.
ITINERARY
04:00 – 05:00 AM
Pick-up from your hotel in Zanzibar and transfer to the airport.
06:00 – 07:00 AM
Flight departure to Nyerere National Park (Mtemere Airstrip) – approx. 50 minutes.
07:00 – 07:30 AM
Arrival, meet & greet with your professional safari guide, short briefing.
07:30 AM – 12:30 PM
Morning game drive – explore wildlife including elephants, lions, giraffes, zebras, buffaloes, and more.
12:30 PM – 01:30 PM
Picnic lunch at a scenic and safe location inside the park.
01:30 PM – 03:30 PM
Afternoon game drive – continue exploring different areas of the park.
03:30 – 04:00 PM
Transfer back to Mtemere airstrip.
04:00 – 05:00 PM
Flight back to Zanzibar.
05:30 PM onwards
Arrival and transfer back to your hotel.