Explore Ruaha National Park’s epic wilderness during remarkable safari drives through the bushveld, treasure Selous Game Reserve’s rugged charm while savoring exquisite Tanzanian cuisine, and cherish Lazy Lagoon Private Island’s spectacular secluded ambiance when lounging on the tranquil shores. The beauty of Tanzania is yours to discover in detail during this southern circuit honeymoon to some of the country’s most enchanting destinations.
Customizable Itinerary
Day 1
Ruaha National Park - Breathtaking Scenes of the Great Ruaha River
Tanzania is home to several iconic game reserves that you will be delighted to explore on this 12-day honeymoon vacation beginning in Ruaha National Park. You will touch down at Dar es Salaam Airport, meet your private transfer, and be whisked away to the park, which boasts diverse landscapes and abundant wildlife to discover during your stay at a glamorous lodge pinned into the wilderness. Checking into your secluded suites sharing panoramas of the park’s Great Ruaha River, you will swoon over the breathtaking scenes of Tanzania’s untamed wilds.
What's Included:
Day 2
Ruaha National Park - Tanzania’s Safari Spirit
Day 3
Ruaha National Park - Bewitching Moments Spent with the Game
Day 4
Ruaha National Park - Choose Your Ruaha Highlights
Day 5
Selous Game Reserve - A Relaxing Welcome to Selous
Day 6
Selous Game Reserve - Gorgeous Game Drives through Tanzania
Day 7
Selous Game Reserve - Fine Dining Safari
Day 8
Selous Game Reserve - Spellbinding Boating along the Rufiji River
Day 9
Lazy Lagoon Private Island - Island Escape off the Tanzanian Coast
Day 10
Lazy Lagoon Private Island - Sensational Sea Scenes
Day 11
Lazy Lagoon Private Island - Setting Sail across the Sea
Day 12
Lazy Lagoon Private Island - Spectacular Seascapes on Your Final Morning
Trip Highlights
- Discover the morning hunters, such as lions and leopards, of Ruaha National Park on a sunrise safari revealing the wondrous wildlife that comes to life before dawn
- Join knowledgeable guides for remarkable birding and game viewing experiences across Ruaha’s staggering environments, from stretching golden plains to densely forested pastures
- Spend your final day in Ruaha relishing special experiences tailored to your expectations, from private dinners prepared for you on your balcony to glamping in the middle of the bushveld
- Explore the surrounding wilderness of Selous Game Reserve on extensive safaris through the greenery that will reveal the lush landscapes and abundant wildlife inhabiting these untouched environments
- Relish a unique boating safari across the stunning Rufiji River that runs through the Selous reserve and savor a private dinner prepared on the river banks
- Explore the marine habitats circling Lazy Lagoon Island on sensational snorkeling and kayaking tours over fluorescent reefs and across glimmering swells
- Set sail across the sea surrounding Lazy Lagoon Island to marvel at the sweeping sapphire panoramas stretching as far as the eye can see
- Fine dine as the sun sets over Tanzania with a private chef preparing gorgeous meals at a table set on the secluded sands on the doorstep of your lavish suite
Starting Price
$17,600 per person (excluding international flights)
What's Included
- Accommodations
- In-country transportation
- Some or all activities and tours
- Expert trip planning
- 24x7 support during your trip
Your final trip cost will vary based on your selected accommodations, activities, meals, and other trip elements that you opt to include.
Reviews of this Travel Agency
4.96 stars based on 45 reviews.
The trip was excellent. The accommodations, guides, and safaris were spectacular. Zicasso's trip planner listened as we were planning and did an outstanding job planning the itinerary.
Reviewed By Vicki C.
We had a great partnership with Zicasso's travel agent to plan our trip. He was responsive to our many questions and handled every detail!
Reviewed By Christy H.
The Zicasso travel company's agent provided great options and helped us to create a custom trip of our dreams. The trip lived up to it, with all the details addressed so we could sit back and just enjoy.
Reviewed By Jes P.
Zicasso’s travel agent was a delight to work with. He turned our extremely ambitious wish list into a two-week dream itinerary that included stays in Cape Town, the Winelands, a safari lodge, and Victoria Falls, and ended with three nights aboard a houseboat on the Chobe River. All accommodations were superb and perfectly situated for enjoying the local scenery and culture.
We transitioned from the cosmopolitan beachside vibe of Cape Town’s Camps Bay to a safari lodge that looked out on a busy watering hole frequented by hippos, zebras, elephants, antelopes and giraffes. We took advantage of many excursion opportunities: shark-tank diving, a swim in Devil’s Pool above Victoria Falls, a helicopter ride over the falls, ziplining, wine tasting, quad biking through vineyards, and a visit to an elephant sanctuary that included interaction with the animals.
Thanks to our agent’s meticulous planning, each day flowed seamlessly into the next. Transportation to and from airports and excursions was handled by a friendly cast of drivers and guides, all determined to make sure we had the best experience possible. We went to bed each day feeling like it had been the best day of the journey. It’s rare for my expectations to be exceeded, but our agent and his team did just that. It was an extraordinary experience.
Reviewed By Susan S.
Everything was first-rate... the lodging, the tour guides, and the transportation providers. We loved our guide at the lodge in Sabi Sands and the entire staff at the lodge in Victoria Falls.
Reviewed By Stuart B.
Zicasso's travel partner planned a trip for us that exceeded even our very high expectations. We started our search by contacting three travel agents and explaining what we wanted in terms of timeline, cost, and experiences. Our travel agent came back with a plan that was exactly what we were looking for. He clearly understood that our main goal was a variety of experiences, a trip that included Cape Town and Victoria Falls, safaris where we could have a chance of seeing the Big Five, no driving of our own, a pace that would not leave us exhausted, a price that would not break our budget, accommodations that were comfortable but not extravagant, and to end our trip sitting by a beach for several days. He managed to do all that and more.
The result was a 33-day trip in South Africa, Zimbabwe, and Mozambique that included all of the above, plus two days of whale watching, two days in the heart of South Africa's wine country, with multiple winery visits and tastings led by a very knowledgeable guide, three safaris (11 safari days in total), and six days relaxing by the Indian Ocean at an amazing, intimate, foodie paradise complete with free daily massages.
He also arranged all transfers ‒ car and large and small planes ‒ and had someone help us find a good deal on our transatlantic flights. Every vendor he selected was excellent and there was not a single glitch the whole trip, despite the numerous transfers.
What impressed me the most was his knowledge of all the properties and the thought he put into the ones he suggested, including the order of our stays. For example, he gave us plenty of time to relax and explore the Cape Town, Hermanus (whales), and Stellenbosch (wine) areas before going on our safaris. He then had our first safari stay be a tented camp. It was very comfortable and we enjoyed it immensely, seeing four of the Big Five there. Then, he stepped us up to somewhat fancier accommodations for our second safari, also an amazing experience, where we saw the last of the Big Five and the quite rare wild dogs (or painted wolves as they are sometimes known). Our last safari stay was one he had to talk me into because it seemed like the accommodations were fancier than what we were looking for or needed. However, he assured me that the experience would also be a step up, and wow, was he right. While the accommodations were great, what made the experience perfect was the knowledge of our guide, his tracking ability, and the unique location of the reserve, which even in drought conditions had a river running through it that attracted lots of animals we hadn't seen elsewhere. Our safaris were all on private land adjoining unfenced game reserves, so the animals could travel freely back and forth. We weren't faced with a slew of other vehicles vying to see the animals and we were able to go off-road to better track the animals we were following.
The back-and-forth dialogue with our agent in the planning process was something I truly appreciated. While some people might want to just set a budget and get a final itinerary (which I'm sure our agent can do), I wanted a more interactive process where he would give us different options and we would discuss the pros and cons, and then come to a decision. No question was too stupid and he never tried to rush us. I would book with him again in a heartbeat and have already recommended him to several friends.
On top of all I've already mentioned, he was fantastic when we had to delay our trip for a year because I learned shortly before we were going to go that I had to undergo chemotherapy. He was great in helping me make my claim on my travel insurance and in working with the properties so I was out very little money at all. And amazingly, when I was finally cleared to go, he was able to rebook almost exactly the same itinerary we had originally planned. There were also some other nice surprise extras he arranged, but I won't spoil them for you by saying what they were. I will say, however, that I can't imagine a more perfect trip or a more perfect travel agent to work with!
Reviewed By Mark R.
