Top 5 Zanzibar National Park Tours

1.From Zanzibar: Nyerere National Park Game Drive with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 59 reviews · 1 day · from $550Our pick

Fly from Zanzibar to Nyerere National Park, formerly Selous Game Reserve, for an eight-hour game drive with an English-speaking guide. Look for elephants, lions, hippos, giraffes, zebras, crocodiles, wild dogs, and rhinos, then stop for a picnic lunch and two beers before flying back. Guide Helman has earned special praise for his sharp eyes and extra effort.

“The guides were friendly, professional and knowledgeable. They made sure that we had as many close encounters with the animals for a good experience and great photos/videos. Lunch was delicious and served well.”

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2.1-Day Selous (Nyerere National Park) Fly-In Safari from Zanzibar

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 39 reviews · from $550Top rated

Leave Zanzibar at sunrise and fly to Nyerere National Park for a guided game drive along the Rufiji River. Look for elephants, lions, buffalo, giraffes, hippos, crocodiles, and African wild dogs, with a bush picnic and 2 liters of water included. Guides such as Musa, Felix, Benson, and Fidelis are frequently assigned.

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3.Day trip Safari to Mikumi National Park

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 25 reviews · from $560

Leave Zanzibar at 4:30 am, fly to Mikumi at 7:00 am, and spend the day on two game drives in a 4x4. A local guide leads the safari, with lunch, soft drinks, flights, park fees, and every transfer included. Groups join at Mikumi, usually six to seven people per vehicle.

“Great adventure! Everything was very well planned! We had a great time! All people Driver , Pilot, guides) were very Professional, and kind”

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4.Day Safari Tour to Mikumi National Park

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 21 reviews · from $480Best value

You fly from Zanzibar to Mikumi National Park for a game drive among elephants, giraffes, zebras, buffalo, lions, and other wildlife. Captain J is one guide named in the tour feedback. Pickup, flights, park fees, lunch, tea, coffee, and water are included, with a trip length of about 10 hours.

“A day to remember! The guides were knowledgeable, fun and helpful. So many amazing animals to see! Saw more than I expected and had so much fun searching through the reserve for them.”

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5.2 days 1 night Nyerere national park from Zanzibar by flight

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 5 reviews

Fly from Zanzibar to Mtemere Airstrip, then spend the day on a private game drive in Nyerere National Park with a guide such as Osman. Stay at Selous Safari Lodge on full board, take a shared Rufiji River boat safari the next morning, and fly back to Zanzibar that afternoon.

“We had an amazing time during our safari to Nyerere. Even though the lions were hiding deep in the bush, we were lucky enough to see so many other animals — zebras, hyenas, and much more! Every moment felt like magic. But what truly made this trip unforgettable were the guides, especially Goodluck and Hassan. Their energy, kindness, and knowledge were beyond anything we expected. People like them are rare — and they made us feel safe, inspired, and full of joy. The Selous was luxurious, incredibly comfortable and beautiful. And above all — the people we met were some of the kindest we’ve ever encountered. Truly heartwarming. Visiting the…”

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