AFCON Tanzania Match & Safari Experience – 7 Days Football & Wildlife Tour is a specially designed travel package for football fans who want to feel the excitement of Africa’s biggest tournament while also discovering Tanzania’s world-famous wildlife, landscapes and culture in one smooth and well-organized journey. This experience blends stadium energy, professional match logistics and carefully planned safari days so you enjoy both football and nature without rushing or confusion.
This package is operated by a trusted local team and focuses on comfort, safety, ethical tourism and real local knowledge. When you travel with Eddy Tours & Safaris, you benefit from professional planning, licensed safari guides and flexible on-ground support that understands both international guests and Tanzania’s complex travel logistics.
AFCON Tanzania Match & Safari Experience – 7 Days Football & Wildlife Tour overview
The AFCON Tanzania Match & Safari Experience – 7 Days Football & Wildlife Tour is designed for travelers who want more than just a football trip. It offers match-day coordination, hotel transfers, safari vehicles, expert guiding and carefully selected wildlife destinations that showcase Tanzania’s most diverse ecosystems without exhausting long road transfers.
This tour balances urban excitement and wilderness calm. You will enjoy live football matches in a vibrant host city environment, followed by professionally guided game drives in protected areas that are recognized globally for biodiversity and conservation importance.
All safari sections of this tour follow environmental and wildlife protection standards supported by the World Wide Fund for Nature, the African Wildlife Foundation and the Wildlife Conservation Society, ensuring your visit contributes positively to conservation systems.
AFCON Tanzania Match & Safari Experience – 7 Days Football & Wildlife Tour itinerary
Day 1 – Arrival in Tanzania and official welcome
Upon arrival, our professional team will meet you at the airport and transfer you to your hotel. The evening includes a short briefing about your football match schedule and safari program. This first night allows you to relax after travel and prepare for the exciting days ahead with full local support from our operations team.
Day 2 – Match day experience and city atmosphere
Today is dedicated to your first official football match experience. The AFCON Tanzania Match & Safari Experience – 7 Days Football & Wildlife Tour includes organized transport to and from the stadium, crowd-management support and clear timing coordination so you can enjoy the match stress-free. Our local coordinators assist before and after the game to ensure smooth movement through the city.
Day 3 – Transfer to safari circuit and scenic drive
After breakfast, you begin your journey toward Tanzania’s northern safari circuit. The route passes through changing landscapes that reflect the country’s geological diversity documented by the United States Geological Survey. You arrive at your lodge in time to relax and enjoy sunset views over protected wilderness areas.
Day 4 – Full wildlife safari experience
This day is dedicated to a full guided game drive inside a major protected ecosystem. Your professional guide explains animal behavior, habitat dynamics and conservation challenges supported by research from Conservation International and ecological monitoring programs coordinated by the International Union for Conservation of Nature.
You will observe large mammals, birdlife and diverse vegetation zones while following ethical wildlife viewing distances and park regulations.
Day 5 – Second safari area and cultural landscape
The AFCON Tanzania Match & Safari Experience – 7 Days Football & Wildlife Tour continues to a second protected area, offering a different ecosystem and wildlife density. This shift allows you to experience how land use, rainfall patterns and habitat connectivity influence animal movement, as highlighted in biodiversity studies from the Intergovernmental Science-Policy Platform on Biodiversity and Ecosystem Services.
In the afternoon, you visit a nearby community area where your guide explains how conservation and local livelihoods are connected through sustainable tourism practices promoted by the United Nations Environment Programme.
Day 6 – Return toward the city and second match experience
After breakfast, you return toward the host city for your next football match session. The AFCON Tanzania Match & Safari Experience – 7 Days Football & Wildlife Tour again includes organized transport, time coordination and local staff support to make the match experience smooth and enjoyable.
Evening is free for relaxation or optional city dining arranged by our team.
Day 7 – Departure or optional extension
Your journey concludes with a scheduled airport transfer. Guests who wish to extend their adventure can combine this package with additional programs through our Tanzania safari extensions or add mountain or cultural experiences tailored to their interests.
AFCON Tanzania Match & Safari Experience – 7 Days Football & Wildlife Tour inclusions
The AFCON Tanzania Match & Safari Experience – 7 Days Football & Wildlife Tour includes airport transfers, professional tour coordination, private safari vehicle with pop-up roof, licensed driver-guide, all scheduled game drives, accommodation during safari and city nights, daily breakfast and full board during safari days, bottled drinking water in the vehicle, and continuous local operational support.
All safety procedures follow international travel and emergency preparedness principles promoted by the World Health Organization and the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies.
AFCON Tanzania Match & Safari Experience – 7 Days Football & Wildlife Tour exclusions
International flights, personal travel insurance, visa fees, personal expenses, optional activities not stated in the itinerary, alcoholic beverages, tips for guides and hotel staff, and any services not clearly listed in the inclusions section are excluded.
Why book the AFCON Tanzania Match & Safari Experience – 7 Days Football & Wildlife Tour
The AFCON Tanzania Match & Safari Experience – 7 Days Football & Wildlife Tour is created for travelers who want professional coordination between sporting events and safari logistics without risking missed matches, poor accommodation choices or unreliable transport arrangements.
This package is built around ethical tourism principles supported by the International Labour Organization and community development frameworks promoted by Oxfam International, ensuring fair working conditions for local staff and positive community impact.
Environmental responsibility within this tour is guided by climate and ecosystem research from NASA Climate and global environmental assessments published by the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change, helping reduce unnecessary environmental pressure during travel operations.
Vehicle standards and transport planning follow safety and sustainability guidance from the International Energy Agency and road safety principles from the World Health Organization road safety programme.
Transparent business operations and clear booking procedures reflect governance and accountability principles highlighted by Transparency International.
AFCON Tanzania Match & Safari Experience – 7 Days Football & Wildlife Tour and sustainability value
This tour supports environmental education and scientific awareness promoted by the National Geographic Society, biodiversity monitoring shared through BirdLife International, and large-carnivore conservation initiatives led by Panthera.
Guests also benefit from conservation learning inspired by academic research platforms such as Nature Research and ScienceDirect, helping visitors better understand how wildlife tourism and research coexist.
Plan your AFCON Tanzania Match & Safari Experience – 7 Days Football & Wildlife Tour with local experts
For customized match schedules, hotel categories and private group options, you can speak directly with our local planning team through personal safari and event consultation. Our advisors help you select the best travel flow between match venues and safari parks while maintaining comfort and safety.
You may also combine this experience with adventure programs such as Kilimanjaro climbing journeys if you would like to extend your stay beyond football and wildlife.
The AFCON Tanzania Match & Safari Experience – 7 Days Football & Wildlife Tour is the perfect choice for travelers who want unforgettable football moments and authentic wildlife encounters delivered by professionals who understand Tanzania deeply and responsibly.