2 Days Private Saadani National Park Safari from Dar es Salaam

Enjoy a private 2-day safari to Saadani National Park – Tanzania's only coastal national park – in a dedicated 4×4 Land Cruiser with a professional guide. Explore the unique combination of bush and beach landscapes at your own pace, spotting elephants grazing near the shoreline, lions, giraffes, and other savannah wildlife. Experience boat safaris on the Wami River, where hippos, crocodiles, and a variety of birds can be observed in their natural habitat.

Tour Overview

This 2-day safari features full-day activities including game drives and a scenic boat safari, one night’s accommodation in Saadani, full board meals, and all park fees. Saadani National Park offers a rare coastal wildlife experience, combining golden beaches, mangrove-lined rivers, and classic bush landscapes – perfect for a relaxing yet adventurous coastal escape.

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    Detailed Itinerary – Private 2 Days Saadani Safari

  • 01

    Day 1: Dar es Salaam to Saadani – Afternoon Game & Boat Safari

    7:00 AM – Evening

    Pick-up from your hotel/lodge in Dar es Salaam around 7:00 AM after breakfast. Scenic 3–4 hour drive to Saadani National Park – Tanzania's only park where the bush meets the Indian Ocean. Arrive midday, check-in at your comfortable lodge or camp, and enjoy lunch. Afternoon private game drive through open savannah and acacia woodlands – spot elephants walking on the beach, giraffes, zebras, buffaloes, warthogs, antelopes, and possibly lions or leopards. Late afternoon boat safari on the Wami River – glide through mangroves spotting hippos, crocodiles, fish eagles, kingfishers, herons, and other waterbirds. Return to lodge/camp for dinner and overnight under the sound of the ocean and wildlife.

    • Private 4x4 Land Cruiser (your group only)
    • Private Professional English-speaking Guide
    • Park Fees, Boat Safari & Picnic Lunch
    • Dinner & Overnight

    🛏️ Overnight: Mid-range lodge/camp in Saadani

    🍴 Meals: Picnic Lunch & Dinner

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    Day 2: Full Day Game Drive in Saadani – Return to Dar

    Full Day to Evening

    Early breakfast, then full day private game drive in Saadani – explore different areas of the park at your pace. Search for elephants on the beach at sunrise, lions resting in shade, giraffes browsing acacias, various antelopes, warthogs, and abundant birdlife. Picnic lunch at a scenic spot – perhaps overlooking the Indian Ocean or river. Afternoon continues with flexible game viewing and photography – golden-hour light on the beach and plains is spectacular. Late afternoon (~3:00–4:00 PM) begin return drive to Dar es Salaam (~3–4 hours). Arrive Dar es Salaam around 7:00–8:00 PM, drop-off at your hotel or airport.

    • Private 4x4 Land Cruiser
    • Private Guide
    • Breakfast, Picnic Lunch & Park Fees

    🍴 Meals: Breakfast & Picnic Lunch

What's Included

  • Round-trip private road transfer Dar es Salaam ↔ Saadani
  • Private 4x4 Safari Land Cruiser with pop-up roof
  • Private English-speaking safari guide
  • All park entry fees & conservation charges
  • 1 night mid-range lodge/camp accommodation
  • All meals (full board) & bottled mineral water
  • Wami River boat safari

What's Not Included

  • International/domestic flights
  • Visa fees & travel insurance
  • Personal expenses, drinks outside included, souvenirs
  • Tips & gratuities
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2 Days Private Saadani Safari Prices

Private package with road transfers, 1 night accommodation, private vehicle & guide, full board. Starts from $550 per person.

4–6 People (per person)

$550

Per Person


  • ✔ Round-trip Transfer Dar ↔ Saadani
  • ✔ 1 Night Mid-range Lodge/Camp
  • ✔ Private 4x4 Vehicle
  • ✔ Private Guide & All Meals
  • ✔ Game Drives + Boat Safari
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2–3 People (per person)

$650

Per Person


  • ✔ Round-trip Transfer Dar ↔ Saadani
  • ✔ 1 Night Mid-range Lodge/Camp
  • ✔ Private 4x4 Vehicle
  • ✔ Private Guide & All Meals
  • ✔ Game Drives + Boat Safari
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1 Person (solo)

$850

Per Person


  • ✔ Round-trip Transfer Dar ↔ Saadani
  • ✔ 1 Night Mid-range Lodge/Camp
  • ✔ Private 4x4 Vehicle
  • ✔ Private Guide & All Meals
  • ✔ Game Drives + Boat Safari
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Daily departures from Dar es Salaam. Prices subject to season & availability.

Optional Extras & Prices

Extra Price
Maasai Village Cultural Visit (en route) $40–60 per group
Upgraded Picnic / Bush Lunch $25–40 per person
Extra Boat Safari or Night Drive $80–120 per person
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Frequently Asked Questions

It's Tanzania's only national park where wildlife roams on the Indian Ocean beach – you can see elephants on the sand, combined with bush game drives and Wami River boat safaris (hippos, crocs, birds).

Approximately 3–4 hours each way, depending on traffic. Early start maximizes time in the park.

Yes – private means your guide adapts to preferences (more boat time, focus on beach elephants, photography stops, etc.).

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