Duration
3-Day
Katavi National Park, Tanzania
3-Day Katavi National Park Safari-from Dar Es Salaam
Overview
Experience the wild beauty of Katavi National Park on this 3-day safari to one of Tanzania's most remote and untouched wildlife destinations. Enjoy exceptional game viewing among vast floodplains, seasonal lakes, and rich wildlife habitats, home to large buffalo herds, elephants, and predators. Scheduled flights operate three times per week, with arrivals and departures on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays.
Plan snapshot
Quick Facts
Route
Dar Es Salaam to Dar Es Salaam
Via Katavi NP
Country & park
Tanzania / Katavi National Park
Style
Safari
Group size
1-12 travelers
Starts
Any day if available
Minimum age
3 years
Activities
game drives
Accommodation
Mbali Mbali Katavi Lodge - Luxury lodge inside Katavi NP
Meals
Day 1: Lunch & Dinner Included; Day 2: All Meals Included; Breakfast Included
Pickup
Airport transfer included
Booking
Request quote
Currency
USD
Rates
Rates Per Person
USD
Start datesSingle2+ people
Jan 1, 2026 - Dec 31, 2026
n/a* USD
$1,636 USD
Jan 1, 2027 - Dec 31, 2027
n/a* USD
$1,636 USD
Before booking
Important To Know
This tour is not available to solo travelers.
Rates are per person and exclude the international flight from/to your home country.
This tour is offered in US dollars (USD).
This tour accepts children who are 3 years and older.
Rates include a fixed budget for flights during this tour. Flights may cost more, depending on travel dates. If so, your quote will reflect this.
Quote flow
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If preferred, you can contact the tour operator directly
Route
country
Tanzania
Start
Dar Es Salaam (Day 1)
Day 1-3
Katavi NP
End
Dar Es Salaam (Day 3)
Tour Features
Luxury tour
This luxury tour uses lodges.
Private tour
This tour will be organized exclusively for you and won't be shared with others.
Can start any day
If availability permits, this tour can start on any day.
Can be customized
You can request changes to this tour.
Not for solo travelers
Solo travelers cannot book this private tour.
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Minimum age of 3 years
The minimum age for this tour is 3 years.
Activities & Transportation
Activities: game drives
Game drives: pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle
Getting around: pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle, minivan & air transfer
This operator can book your international flights
A transfer from and back to the airport is included
Accommodation & Meals
Day 1-2
Mbali Mbali Katavi Lodge
Luxury lodge inside Katavi NP
Day 1: Lunch & Dinner Included; Day 2: All Meals Included
Day 3
End of tour
(No accommodation)
Breakfast Included
Day By Day
Tour step
Arrival
You'll be collected from the airport. Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.
Day 1
Fly Dar es Salaam to Katavi National Park
Your adventure begins with a scheduled morning flight from Dar es Salaam to Mpanda Airport then drive to Katavi National Park. Upon arrival, you will be met by your safari guide and transferred to your selected lodge or camp. After lunch and some time to relax, enjoy your first afternoon game drive through this remarkable wilderness. Keep an eye out for elephants, giraffes, buffaloes, antelopes, and predators beginning their evening activities. As the sun sets over the floodplains, return to camp for dinner and overnight. Luxury lodge located inside Katavi NP Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included) Non-alcoholic drinks
Destination: Katavi National Park Stay: Mbali Mbali Katavi Lodge Luxury lodge located inside Katavi NP Meals: Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included) Non-alcoholic drinks
Day 2
Full Game Drive - Katavi National Park
After an early breakfast, depart for a full day of game viewing in one of Tanzania's most rewarding wildlife areas. Explore the famous Katavi Floodplains, where large concentrations of buffalo, zebra, giraffe, wildebeest, and elephant gather throughout the year. Visit the Katuma River and Lake Chada, important water sources that attract abundant wildlife. These areas are particularly known for their impressive populations of hippos and crocodiles, while lions, leopards, hyenas, wild dogs, and other predators patrol the surrounding plains in search of prey. A picnic lunch will be served in the bush, allowing you to maximize your time in the park. Continue exploring different habitats during the afternoon before returning to your lodge or camp for dinner and overnight. Luxury lodge located inside Katavi NP All meals included Non-alcoholic drinks
Destination: Katavi National Park Stay: Mbali Mbali Katavi Lodge Luxury lodge located inside Katavi NP Meals: All meals included Non-alcoholic drinks
Day 3
Departure Katavi National Park -Mpanda Airport fly back to Dar es Salaam
Enjoy breakfast at the lodge while taking in the final views of Katavi's spectacular wilderness. Depending on your flight schedule, you may have time for a short morning game drive before transferring to the Mpanda Airport. Board your scheduled flight back to Dar es Salaam, soaring over Tanzania’s diverse landscapes one last time. Upon arrival at Julius Nyerere International Airport (JNIA), you will connect with your onward international flight home or proceed to your next destination, carrying unforgettable memories of Katavi's wild and untouched magic. Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included) Non-alcoholic drinks
Destination: Katavi National Park Stay: No accommodation (End of tour) Meals: Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included) Non-alcoholic drinks
Tour step
End of tour
Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost. You'll be dropped off at the airport.
Included
Park fees (For non-residents)
All activities (Unless labeled as optional)
All accommodation (Unless listed as upgrade)
A professional driver/guide
All transportation (Unless labeled as optional)
All flights during the tour
All Taxes/VAT
Roundtrip airport transfer
Meals (As specified in the day-by-day section)
Drinks (As specified in the day-by-day section)
Excluded
International flights (From/to home)
Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
Tips (Tipping guideline US$10.00 pp per day)
Personal items (Souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees, etc.)
Government imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees
Some meals (As specified in the day-by-day section)
Getting There
This tour starts and ends in Dar Es Salaam
This operator can book your international flights
Fly to/from Julius Nyerere Airport (DAR - Check price) in Dar es Salaam
A transfer from and back to the airport is included
Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour can be arranged for an extra cost
Offered by
Rioba Safaris
4.9 operator rating
47 reviews
RIOBA SAFARIS is a premier Licenced and registered Tanzania Local travel company that was established in 2019. Having an experienced team, we make sure our customers feel that pleasure of adventure. We are looking forward to welcoming people from different countries to come to Tanzania to visit different attractions to create an incredible. We offer Wildlife Safaris, Beach Holidays, Trekking, Air Ticketing, Hotel Bookings, Cultural Tours, Historical Tours, Camping, and Birding Safaris.
Office In
Tanzania
Size
10-20 employees (Founded in 2019)
Member Of
TATO & TTB
Tour Types
Custom mid-range & luxury tours that can start every day
Destinations
Kenya, Tanzania
Practical answers
Tour FAQs
Are rates charged per person?
Rates are per person and exclude the international flight from/to your home country.
Which currency is this tour priced in?
This tour is offered in US dollars (USD).
Can children join this tour?
This tour accepts children who are 3 years and older.
Can this tour start on my preferred date?
If availability permits, this tour can start on any day.
Can the itinerary be customized?
You can request changes to this tour.
Where do travelers stay during this tour?
Mbali Mbali Katavi Lodge - Luxury lodge inside Katavi NP. Meals: Day 1: Lunch & Dinner Included; Day 2: All Meals Included
Where does this tour start and end?
This tour starts and ends in Dar Es Salaam
Are airport transfers included?
A transfer from and back to the airport is included
Operator policy
Terms and Conditions
Disclaimer
This tour is offered by Rioba Safaris, not SafariBookings.
This operator reserves the right to change rates advertised on SafariBookings.
If you request changes to this tour, the advertised rates will likely change.
Rates include a fixed budget for flights during this tour. If flights cost more, your quote will reflect this.
The exact order, contents and rates of this tour are subject to availability.
If an accommodation is fully booked, the operator will suggest a comparable alternative.
This tour is subject to the terms & conditions of Rioba Safaris.
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