Wildlife Safaris

5 DAYS/4 NIGHTS – KATAVI NATIONAL PARK

Safari in national park: Katavi National Park

Travel far beyond the usual safari routes to one of Tanzania’s most remote and untouched wilderness areas. Katavi National Park, Tanzania’s third-largest park, offers an exclusive safari experience with remarkable game drives featuring some of the country’s largest concentrations of hippos, crocodiles, and buffalo. Visiting between May and June also provides excellent opportunities to spot migratory bird species. Safari highlights include immersive game drives, bush breakfasts or lunches, and unforgettable sundowners enjoyed around a campfire. For an even more exclusive adventure, opt for a Night Game Drive or book a private vehicle to tailor your safari experience.

Trip Itinerary

  • Day 1 – Arrival | Kilimanjaro International Airport – Arusha

    Upon arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport, you will be met by a Tanzania Offroad Trips representative and transferred to Arusha for your overnight stay. This short journey allows you to relax and recover from your flight while enjoying the views of Tanzania’s northern landscapes.

    Spend the remainder of the day at leisure, with time to unwind at your lodge or hotel. Dinner and an overnight stay in Arusha prepare you for the journey into Tanzania’s remote western wilderness.

  • Day 2 – Arusha – Katavi National Park (Monday)

    After breakfast, you will be transferred to the airstrip for your scheduled shared charter flight from Arusha Airport to Katavi Airstrip. Shared charter flights operate on Mondays and Thursdays only.

    On arrival in Katavi, enjoy a game-drive transfer to the lodge if time allows, followed by a warm welcome from the lodge staff and lunch. Later in the afternoon or early evening, head out on your first game drive before returning for sundowners around the campfire, dinner, and overnight at the lodge.

  • Day 3 – Katavi National Park

    Following breakfast, depart the lodge for a morning game drive through Katavi National Park, home to vast floodplains and impressive concentrations of wildlife. Return to the lodge for brunch or an early lunch.

    The afternoon is spent at leisure before setting out again for an afternoon or early evening game drive. End the day with a classic safari sundowner, followed by dinner and an overnight stay at the lodge.

  • Day 4 – Katavi National Park

    After breakfast, depart for a full-day game drive in Katavi National Park, allowing for deeper exploration of this remote and untouched ecosystem. A packed lunch will be enjoyed in the bush during the day.

    Return to the lodge in the late afternoon to relax before evening sundowners and dinner. An optional night game drive can be arranged, offering the chance to observe nocturnal wildlife before your overnight stay.

  • Day 5 – Katavi – Arusha (Thursday)

    After breakfast, enjoy a morning game-drive transfer to Katavi Airstrip, depending on flight timing. Shared charter flights operate on Mondays and Thursdays only.

    You will then board your shared charter flight back to Arusha Airport, with a packed lunch provided. On arrival in Arusha, your safari with Tanzania Offroad Trips comes to a close.

Suggested Lodges & Camps

Safari Cost Include

  •  Full Board Accommodation and Meals as specified in the itinerary. Packed lunch on day of departure
  • Shared Charter Flights (Arusha – Katavi – Arusha). Luggage allowance of 15kgs per person. Minimum 4 seats all year round.
  • Selection of house beverages, soft drinks and water
  •  Daily TANAPA Conservation, Concession and Guide fees for park entrance
  •  Guiding with English Speaking Driver/Guide.
  •  Game drives in a 4×4 vehicle on a shared basis in Katavi
  •  All Government taxes and levies; VAT and TDL
  •  All transfers as indicated
  •  All laundry services

Safari Cost Excludes

  • Air tickets;
  • Visa fee;
  • Travel insurance;
  • Tips to your safari guide ($30-50 per day per car).
  • Night Game Drives in Katavi – approximately USD 80 per person

Please Note

  • By default, our tours include shared accommodation in twin/double rooms unless requested and agreed otherwise. Single supplements are available upon request. Please refer to the program for specific accommodation arrangements.
  • Accommodations in Moshi and Arusha typically include breakfast only, unless otherwise requested and agreed upon. Refer to the program for detailed meal plans for each night.
  • Most safari lodges do not include tea, coffee, soft drinks, or alcoholic beverages in their standard packages, allowing you to order and pay for only what you need directly at the hotel restaurants.
  • Tented lodges, the most common type of accommodation in the savannah, often operate on solar energy. This may result in features such as bucket showers, limited Wi-Fi, and the absence of hair dryers, as part of their efforts to minimize environmental impact. We encourage you to research the accommodations in your program to ensure the safari aligns with your travel preferences.

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