Premium Wilderness Experience

Private Luxury Camp in One of Africa’s Last True Frontiers

Big Cats • Giant Herds • Crocodile Pools • Elephants

Guided Walking Safaris & Exclusive Game Viewing

The 6-Day Katavi Remote Luxury Safari is crafted for travelers seeking the wildest side of Tanzania—far from crowds, deep inside untouched landscapes, and surrounded by pure African wilderness. Katavi National Park is one of East Africa’s best-kept secrets, famous for its giant buffalo herds, hundreds of hippos crammed into shrinking pools, ancient crocodiles, roaming lions, and dramatic floodplains.

With luxury tented suites, personalized service, gourmet bush meals, exclusive game drives, guided walking safaris, and stunning sunsets, this premium adventure delivers an ultra-private safari unlike anywhere else in Tanzania.

Perfect for honeymooners, photographers, high-end adventure travelers, families, and return safari guests seeking something rare and unforgettable.

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Safari Highlights

Fly-in luxury safari to one of Tanzania’s most remote parks

Big cat sightings—lions & leopards

Massive buffalo herds & elephants

Huge crocodile pools and dense hippo pods

Guided walking safaris with armed ranger

Sunset game drives over golden floodplains

Private luxury camp with fine dining

Premium photography opportunities

Detailed 6-Day Luxury Katavi Itinerary

DAY 1: Fly to Katavi National Park + Sunset Game Drive

Depart from Arusha or Dar es Salaam on a scenic charter or scheduled flight west to Katavi National Park, one of Tanzania’s last untouched jewels.

Your private guide meets you at the airstrip and transfers you to your luxury camp.

Afternoon:

Enjoy a relaxing lunch, then head out on your first sunset game drive, exploring Katuma River and Chada floodplains—home to elephants, lions, giraffes, buffalo, and antelope.

Meals: Lunch, Dinner

Accommodation: Luxury Private Tented Camp (Mbali Mbali / Chada Katavi or similar)

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DAY 2: Full-Day Game Drive – Katuma River & Plains

Today begins your full immersion into Katavi’s raw wilderness.

Watch hundreds of hippos packed inside shrinking pools

See giant crocodiles sunning on riverbanks

Encounter massive buffalo herds—sometimes thousands strong

Look for lions and hyenas patrolling the edges

Enjoy a scenic bush lunch before continuing your adventure across Chada Plains.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

DAY 3: Guided Walking Safari + Afternoon Game Drive

Start your morning with a thrilling guided walking safari led by an armed ranger and expert naturalist.

Walk through untouched terrain while learning about:

Tracking wildlife on foot

Bird behavior

Animal footprints

Unique plant species

In the afternoon, relax before another exciting game drive at sunset.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

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DAY 4: Explore Paradise Plains + Hippo & Croc Pools

Today’s game drive focuses on the dramatic Paradise Plains, a breathtaking area filled with predators and herds.

Expect to see:

Lions lounging in tall grass

Elephants crossing open plains

Rare roan & sable antelope (if lucky)

Birds of prey hovering over floodplains

Return to camp for a luxury bush dinner under the stars.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

DAY 5: Optional Walking Safari / Full Game Drive + Bush Sundowners

Choose a second walking safari or a full morning game drive—your choice.

Later, enjoy:

Golden hour photography

Private sundowner drinks

Serenely quiet landscapes untouched by tourism

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

DAY 6: Morning Game Drive + Fly Back to Arusha/Dar

After a final early-morning wildlife drive, transfer to the airstrip for your flight back to Arusha or Dar es Salaam.

Meals: Breakfast

What’s Included

All flights: Arusha/Dar → Katavi → Arusha/Dar

5 nights in luxury private tented camp

Exclusive safari jeep with private guide

Unlimited game drives

Guided walking safaris

All park & conservation fees

All meals + soft drinks

Sundowners, coffee & tea

Airstrip transfers

Bottled water

Laundry service

Government taxes

What’s Not Included

International flights

Premium alcoholic drinks

Gratuities (tips)

Travel insurance

Additional optional activities

❓ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

1. How remote is Katavi?

It’s one of Tanzania’s least-visited parks, making it ideal for private and exclusive safaris.

2. What is the best time to visit?

July to October offers the highest concentration of wildlife around rivers and pools.

3. Are walking safaris safe?

Yes—led by trained rangers and professional guides.

4. What wildlife can I expect?

Lions, leopards, elephants, buffalo, crocodiles, hippos, giraffes, hyenas, antelopes, and many birds.