3 Days Tanzania Safari to Nyerere (Selous) National Park
This 3 Days Tanzania Safari to Nyerere (Selous) National Park takes you deep into one of the continent's most untouched ecosystems, where wildlife roams freely across vast plains, dense forests, and the mighty Rufiji River system. Your Tanzania Safari adventure offers unique opportunities to explore this UNESCO World Heritage Site through diverse activities including classic game drives, walking safaris, and boat excursions. The park's remote location ensures an authentic Tanzania Safari experience with minimal crowds and maximum wildlife encounters in their natural habitat.
Your Tanzania Safari journey through Nyerere (Selous) National Park provides exclusive access to four of the Big Five animals, with elephants, lions, leopards, and buffalo thriving in this protected wilderness. This Tanzania Safari destination is particularly renowned for its large population of African wild dogs, one of the continent's most endangered predators, offering rare photographic opportunities. The Rufiji River and its tributaries create a network of channels, lakes, and wetlands that support hippos, crocodiles, and over 440 bird species. This Tanzania Safari experience combines the thrill of traditional game viewing with unique walking safaris led by armed rangers, providing intimate wildlife encounters impossible in vehicle-only reserves.
The Tanzania Safari adventure concludes with unforgettable memories of one of Africa's last great wilderness areas, where conservation efforts protect diverse ecosystems and abundant wildlife. Nyerere National Park's varied landscapes include miombo woodlands, grasslands, riverine forests, and seasonal lakes that create perfect conditions for wildlife viewing year-round. Your Tanzania Safari experience includes comfortable lodge accommodations overlooking the Rufiji River, where evening sounds of hippos and nocturnal animals provide the perfect African ambiance. This compact yet comprehensive Tanzania Safari offers the perfect introduction to Tanzania's incredible wildlife heritage while supporting vital conservation efforts in one of Africa's most important protected areas.
Tour highlights
Day 1: Arrival and pick up from Dar es Salaam, transfer to Nyerere (Selous) National Park
Day 2: Proceed to full-day game drives and boat safari on the Rufiji River
Day 3: Continue with the walking safari and transfer back to Dar es Salaam for departure
Price Includes:
- Park fees for Nyerere (Selous) National Park
- All activities as mentioned in the itinerary
- Ground transport per 4WD custom safari vehicle
- Bottled water in the safari vehicle throughout the journey
- Full board accommodation as mentioned in the itinerary
- Service of an English-speaking driver-guide
- Driver allowances and accommodation
- All mentioned activities except for the optional ones
- Boat safari on the Rufiji River
- Walking safari with an armed ranger
- Airport transfers as specified
Price Excludes:
- Tanzania Visa fees
- International and internal flights
- Personal needs such as gratuities, beverages, etc.
- Visa processing fees
- Air ticket costs
- Optional activities not mentioned in the itinerary
- Laundry fees
- Tips for guides, drivers, and lodge staff
- Life insurance coverage
- Other drinks apart from water
- Personal items and souvenirs
- Travel insurance (highly recommended)
Itinary in details
- Day1Arrival and pick up from Dar es Salaam, transfer to Nyerere (Selous) National Park
Your Tanzania Safari adventure begins with arrival and pick up from Julius Nyerere International Airport in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania's largest city and gateway to southern safari circuits. Upon arrival, our experienced English-speaking driver-guide will welcome you and provide a comprehensive briefing about your upcoming Tanzania Safari expedition to Nyerere (Selous) National Park. The scenic 230-kilometer transfer takes approximately 5 hours through rural Tanzanian landscapes, passing traditional villages, cashew plantations, and baobab trees en route to your Tanzania Safari destination. Upon arrival at your safari lodge overlooking the Rufiji River, enjoy lunch and afternoon relaxation before an evening game drive introduces you to the incredible wildlife that makes this Tanzania Safari experience truly exceptional.
- Day2Proceed to full-day game drives and boat safari on the Rufiji River
Proceed to a full day of intensive wildlife viewing that showcases the very best of your Tanzania Safari experience in Nyerere National Park's diverse ecosystems. Morning and afternoon game drives offer excellent opportunities to encounter four of the Big Five animals, with elephants, lions, leopards, and buffalo thriving throughout the park's 30,893 square kilometers of protected wilderness. The highlight of your Tanzania Safari day includes a spectacular boat safari along the Rufiji River, where hippos, crocodiles, and diverse waterbirds create unforgettable photographic opportunities against stunning riverine landscapes. Your Tanzania Safari guides will expertly navigate different habitats including miombo woodlands, open grasslands, and seasonal lakes, maximizing wildlife sightings while sharing extensive knowledge about the park's conservation efforts and ecological importance.
- Day3Continue with the walking safari and transfer back to Dar es Salaam for departure
Continue with an early morning walking safari that provides the ultimate Tanzania Safari adventure, offering intimate wildlife encounters impossible during vehicle-based game viewing. Led by armed rangers and experienced guides, this 2-3 hour walking experience allows you to track animals on foot, learn about medicinal plants, and understand the intricate ecosystem relationships that make your Tanzania Safari so special. After breakfast and final game viewing opportunities, your Tanzania Safari adventure concludes with the return transfer to Dar es Salaam, covering 230 kilometers in approximately 5 hours through Tanzania's beautiful countryside. The journey provides time to reflect on your incredible Tanzania Safari memories while enjoying lunch at a local restaurant before arriving at Julius Nyerere International Airport for your departure flight or Dar es Salaam hotel transfer.