Duration: 6 days / 5 nights
Destinations: Iringa, Ruaha National Park and Mufindi
Tour type: Wildlife safari, culture, nature and highland relaxation
Starting point: Dar es Salaam
Ending point: Iringa, with a return flight to Dar es Salaam
Best suited for: Couples, families, small groups and travellers seeking a southern Tanzania safari combined with cooler highland scenery.
Discover the diverse landscapes and cultural heritage of Southern Tanzania on this 6-day journey combining Iringa, Ruaha National Park and the scenic highlands of Mufindi. Begin with a flight from Dar es Salaam to Iringa, where you will explore the town’s history before travelling to Ruaha for exciting wildlife game drives. Continue via Kalenga, a significant site in Hehe history, before spending three nights in Mufindi, enjoying its rolling green hills, tea-growing landscapes, forest walks and peaceful countryside. This journey is ideal for travellers seeking a combination of wildlife, culture, nature and relaxation, with convenient domestic flights at the beginning and end of the trip.
Highlights
- Discover Iringa town and its Southern Highlands heritage.
- Enjoy a slower-paced highland stay before flying back to Dar es Salaam.
- Enjoy a full-day wildlife safari in Ruaha National Park.
- Experience a morning game drive before travelling onward.
- Learn about Hehe history at Kalenga.
- Explore Mufindi's tea-growing landscapes, forests and countryside.