Southern Circuit
Tanzania's largest untouched wilderness
Overview
Tanzania's Southern Circuit remains one of Africa's most undiscovered safari destinations. Ruaha hosts 10,000+ elephants and rare wild dogs. Nyerere (formerly Selous) is Africa's largest protected area with unique boat safaris on the Rufiji River. Visitor numbers are a fraction of the Serengeti.
Highlights
- Ruaha — 10,000 elephants, wild dogs, minimal tourists
- Nyerere/Selous — Africa's largest protected area, boat safaris
- Mikumi — accessible from Dar, excellent for first-time safaris
- Udzungwa Mountains — primate tracking and endemic birds
Best Time to Visit
June to October (dry season).
Travel Tips
- • Combine with Zanzibar — both fly from Dar es Salaam
- • Walking safaris available in Ruaha and Nyerere
- • Nyerere boat safaris are unique to Tanzania
