3 Days Tanzania Beach Holiday to Saadani National Park
This 3 Days Tanzania Beach Holiday to Saadani National Park takes you to this hidden gem located on Tanzania's coast, where elephants walk along the beach and lions roam just meters from the ocean waves. Saadani's 1,100 square kilometers encompass diverse ecosystems including coastal forests, mangrove swamps, and acacia woodlands that create an unparalleled Tanzania African Safari experience.
This Tanzania African Safari beach holiday provides the perfect blend of relaxation and adventure in one of Africa's most unique national parks. Saadani National Park sits majestically along the Swahili coast, approximately 130 kilometers north of Dar es Salaam, offering visitors the rare opportunity to witness wildlife grazing on pristine beaches. The park's diverse habitats support over 30 large mammal species including elephants, lions, leopards, buffalo, hippos, and crocodiles, making your Tanzania African Safari truly exceptional. Ancient baobab trees dot the landscape while dhow boats sail past carrying local fishermen, creating an authentic Swahili cultural backdrop for your safari adventure.
Your Tanzania African Safari at Saadani concludes with unforgettable memories of watching sunset over the Indian Ocean while elephants drink from coastal rivers. This exclusive destination allows you to experience traditional game drives in the morning followed by relaxing beach activities in the afternoon, offering the best of both worlds. The park's strategic location provides easy access from major Tanzanian cities while maintaining an untouched, pristine environment perfect for your Tanzania African Safari escape. Saadani's unique positioning where the ocean meets the wilderness ensures your Tanzania African Safari experience remains unmatched anywhere else on the African continent.
Tour highlights
Day 1: Arrival and pick up from Dar es Salaam, transfer to Saadani National Park
Day 2: Proceed to full-day game drives and beach activities in Saadani
Day 3: Continue with morning walking safari and transfer back to Dar es Salaam
Price Includes:
- Park fees for Saadani National Park
- All activities as mentioned in the itinerary
- Ground transport per 4WD custom safari vehicle
- Bottled water in the safari vehicle throughout the journey
- Full board accommodation as mentioned in the itinerary
- Service of an English-speaking driver-guide
- Driver allowances
- All mentioned activities except for the optional ones
- Game drives and walking safari fees
- Beach access and basic water activities
Price Excludes:
- Tanzania Visa fees
- International and internal flights
- Personal needs such as gratuities, beverages, etc.
- Visa processing fees
- Air ticket costs
- Optional activities not mentioned in the itinerary
- Laundry fees
- Tips for guides and drivers
- Life insurance coverage
- Other drinks apart from water
- Dhow boat excursions (optional)
- Snorkeling equipment rental
- Travel insurance (recommended)
Itinary in details
- Day1Arrival and pick up from Dar es Salaam, transfer to Saadani National Park
Your Tanzania African Safari beach adventure begins with arrival and pick up from Julius Nyerere International Airport or your Dar es Salaam accommodation, setting the stage for an extraordinary coastal wildlife experience. The scenic transfer to Saadani National Park covers 130 kilometers via the Bagamoyo road, taking approximately 2.5 hours through traditional Swahili villages and coconut plantations that showcase authentic Tanzanian coastal culture. Upon arrival at Saadani, you'll immediately understand why this Tanzania African Safari destination is so special, with the Indian Ocean stretching endlessly to the horizon while acacia trees frame the pristine coastline. Your first afternoon includes a leisurely game drive along the beach, where elephants often graze, followed by sunset viewing from your beachfront accommodation, making this Tanzania African Safari experience truly magical from the start.
- Day2Proceed to full-day game drives and beach activities in Saadani
Proceed to a full day of combined game drives and beach activities that showcase the unique appeal of your Tanzania African Safari at Saadani National Park. Early morning game drives offer excellent wildlife viewing opportunities as temperatures are cooler and animals are most active, with the possibility of spotting lions, leopards, elephants, buffalo, and various antelope species against the stunning coastal backdrop. The afternoon portion of your Tanzania African Safari features relaxing beach time where you can swim in the warm Indian Ocean waters, take dhow boat rides with local fishermen, or simply unwind on pristine sandy shores while observing wildlife from a distance. This perfect balance between traditional safari activities and tropical beach relaxation defines what makes your Tanzania African Safari at Saadani so extraordinarily unique and memorable.
- Day3Continue with morning walking safari and transfer back to Dar es Salaam
Continue with an exhilarating morning walking safari led by experienced local guides, offering a completely different perspective on your Tanzania African Safari experience at Saadani National Park. This guided bush walk allows intimate encounters with smaller wildlife species, bird watching opportunities, and detailed exploration of coastal forest ecosystems that vehicle-based game drives cannot access. The walking safari covers approximately 3-4 kilometers along established trails through diverse habitats including mangrove swamps and acacia woodlands, providing educational insights into Saadani's complex ecosystem while maintaining the excitement that defines every Tanzania African Safari adventure. After lunch and final beach relaxation time, the transfer back to Dar es Salaam takes 2.5 hours covering 130 kilometers, concluding your unforgettable Tanzania African Safari beach holiday with lasting memories of where the wilderness meets the ocean.