Bagamoyo and Saadan Tour
3 days—Discover Bagamoyo’s historic charm and explore Saadani, the only park where wildlife meets the Indian Ocean, on a 3-day guided adventure in 2026-2027
$2100-2400 USD
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Safari summary
Join Rede Tours and Safaris for a three-day journey that blends rich coastal history with exciting wildlife encounters. Your adventure begins in Bagamoyo, a UNESCO World Heritage nominee and once a major trade port of East Africa. Walk through narrow streets lined with coral-stone buildings, visit the German Boma, Catholic Mission Museum, and the haunting site of the old slave market. Witness centuries-old Kaole Ruins and learn how Arab traders, Swahili merchants, and European missionaries shaped the town’s past. After a night in a comfortable beachside lodge, head to Saadani National Park, the only wildlife sanctuary where elephants roam beside the ocean. Experience thrilling game drives to spot giraffes, buffalos, zebras, and lions, and take a boat safari on the Wami River to see hippos, crocodiles, and vibrant birdlife. Each evening, relax in a coastal lodge where ocean breezes meet the sounds of the wild. This unique combination of cultural heritage and coastal safari makes for an unforgettable Tanzanian escape.
About this tour
Tour type | Custom, tailor-made, private | |
Main focus | Game drives | |
Activity level | Moderate activity | |
Best months | All months | |
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Parks |
Fine details
Safari highlights
- Walking safari—with armed guard
- Photography safari—with professional guide
- Wildlife sanctuaries
What’s included?
- Accommodation
- Airport transfers
- All drinks
- Meals
- Park fees
- Private vehicle and driver
What’s not included?
- Alcoholic beverages
- Hot air balloons
- International flights
- Laundry
- Premium alcoholic beverages
- Spa treatments
- Visas
Itinerary
Dar es Saalam to Bagamoyo
Morning pick-up in Dar es Salaam and scenic coastal drive to Bagamoyo. You'll explore the German Boma, Customs House, and Catholic Mission Museum, then walk through the old slave market site to learn its powerful history. After a seafood lunch, visit the 13th-century Kaole Ruins and meet local artisans. You will enjoy sunset views along the beach and overnight at a charming Bagamoyo beach lodge.
Lodge in Bagamoyo
Bagamoyo to Saadan National Park
Saadani
After breakfast, you'll travel to Saadani National Park, where wildlife meets the Indian Ocean. Settle into a lodge inside the park before heading out on an afternoon game drive. Look for elephants, giraffes, zebras, buffalo, and lions while your guide shares insights about the coastal ecosystem. Relax in the evening with ocean breezes and dinner under the stars. Overnight stay in the park.
Lodge or Tented camp in Saadan
Wami River & Return
Begin with an early morning boat safari on the Wami River to spot hippos, crocodiles, and colorful birdlife. After breakfast, you'll enjoy a final game drive through open grasslands and mangrove forests, capturing last photos of the diverse wildlife. Later, depart for the drive back to Dar es Salaam, arriving by late afternoon for drop-off at your hotel or preferred location.
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