Embark on a mesmerizing journey through Tanzania’s Southern Circuit, a hidden gem waiting to be explored by adventurous travelers seeking untamed wilderness and off-the-beaten-path experiences. Starting from the bustling city of Dar es Salaam, the gateway to the Southern Circuit, adventurers are greeted by the warm coastal breeze and the promise of thrilling adventures ahead. From there, the journey unfolds into a world of pristine landscapes and diverse ecosystems, with highlights including the untamed wilderness of Ruaha National Park, where vast savannahs stretch as far as the eye can see and iconic baobab trees dot the horizon.
Traverse the rugged terrain of the Selous Game Reserve, one of the largest protected areas in Africa, home to a staggering array of wildlife including elephants, lions, and hippos. Then, venture into the remote and enchanting landscapes of the Udzungwa Mountains National Park, where lush rainforests teem with endemic species and cascading waterfalls offer moments of tranquility and awe. Along the way, encounters with local communities provide insights into traditional Tanzanian culture and way of life, adding depth and authenticity to the adventure.
Concluding the circuit, the pristine beaches of the Swahili Coast beckon, offering a perfect finale to an unforgettable journey through Tanzania’s Southern Circuit. With its untouched beauty and sense of discovery, the Southern Circuit promises an immersive and unforgettable safari experience for those willing to venture off the beaten path.
Because the southern circuit is dominated by giant, sprawling parks and long stretches of grassland, there is a very well-defined time of when is best to visit – the dry season. From June to October each year, there is an absence of rain and the land dries up, leaving a brown, parched landscape. Far from being featureless, this means that it is the best time to see animals in the wild. Because of the lack of water, the wildlife tend to congregate around watering holes and rivers, meaning there are more of them in a smaller, predictable space.
This relatively small (3230 sq km) National Park lies 300 km west of Dar-es-Salaam and is the closest park to the capital. It is nestled between the Uruguru mountains to the East and the Rift Valley escarpments to the Southwest. As it is close to the Selous ecosystem and therefor part of it, it benefits from the highest game density of the entire conservation area, while it is easily to access. Although less spectacular regarding Flora and Fauna, the Mikumi national park obtains a good impression of the African animal world and is suitable very well for a short visit.
Nyerere National Park – (Selous Game Reserve) is the largest fauna reserve in the world, spanning over 55,000 km², almost four times the size of the Serengeti. Selous is considered important enough to be a World Heritage Site in which the lucky few can experience a safari in absolutely wild and unspoiled bush. The reserve was named after Englishman Sir Frederick Selous, a famous big game hunter and early conservationist, whose adventure books on Africa became best sellers in Victorian England. Among its unique attractions, the reserve contains one third of all the African hunting dog population in the world. Witness the majesty of large migrations of elephants, get close up with all the Big Five, and even enjoy game fishing while you are here.
Ruaha National Park, located in the middle of Tanzania about 130 km from Iringa, is the second largest park in Tanzania, covering an area of more than 13,000 km2. The main vegetation types in Ruaha are Miombo woodland, acacia grasslands, and large baobab trees, all which attract diverse number of animals species. Some of the major attractions include large populations of elephants, giraffes, impalas, buffalo, lions, leopards, and hunting dogs. The Great Ruaha River that borders the park in the east, provides habitation for hippopotamus and crocodiles. Ruaha is also a prime destination for birdwatchers, with 436 species that have been identified so far.
Udzungwa National Park is a lush high-elevation rain forest and a great site for walking and moderate hiking. It is one of thirty-four “World Biodiversity Hotspots” and one of 200 World Wildlife Federation ecoregions of global critical importance. The Udzungwa forest is part of the so-called Eastern Arc, which is a series of mountains ranging from the Southern Highlands through the Uluguru and Usambara mountains northwards to Pare. The forest is home to many indigenous species of plants, mammals, reptiles, amphibians, birds, butterflies, and insects of which some of species are found nowhere else in the world. Udzungwa is also a unique cultural site for containing caves that have been used in the spiritual traditons and rituals of nearby tribes over many years—these have remained preserved so that one can get a sense of ancient religious traditions upon visiting.
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