Nyerere National Park Safari

3 days—Experience a 3 Days Nyerere National Park Safari with game drives, a Rufiji River boat safari, and unforgettable Tanzania wildlife.

$850-1150 USD

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Safari summary

3 Days Nyerere National Park Safari | Explore Tanzania's Largest Wildlife Sanctuary

Looking for an authentic Tanzania safari away from the crowds? Our 3 Days Nyerere National Park Safari takes you to one of Africa's largest protected wildlife areas, where you can experience incredible game drives, scenic boat safaris on the Rufiji River, and unforgettable wildlife encounters.

Formerly known as Selous Game Reserve, Nyerere National Park is renowned for its vast wilderness, diverse ecosystems, and abundant wildlife including elephants, lions, leopards, buffaloes, giraffes, zebras, hippos, crocodiles, and over 440 bird species.

Unlike the busy northern safari circuit, Nyerere offers a peaceful safari experience with fewer vehicles, allowing you to enjoy nature at its best while guided by experienced local safari professionals.

Safari Highlights

✅ Exciting game drives in Tanzania's largest national park
✅ Boat safari along the famous Rufiji River
✅ Excellent opportunities to see elephants, lions, hippos, crocodiles, and diverse birdlife
✅ Comfortable safari accommodation surrounded by nature
✅ Professional English-speaking safari guide
✅ Ideal short safari from Dar es Salaam

Whether you're visiting Tanzania for a few days or adding a safari to your Zanzibar holiday, this itinerary offers the perfect combination of wildlife, scenery, and adventure.

Book your 3 Days Nyerere National Park Safari with YourAfrican Safari and discover one of Tanzania's most rewarding safari destinations with personalized service and expert local guidance.


About this tour

Tour type Custom, tailor-made, private
Main focus Game drives
Activity level Easy activity
Best months All months
Countries
Parks

Fine details

Safari highlights
  • Wildlife sanctuaries
What’s included?
  • Accommodation
  • Meals
  • Park fees
  • Private vehicle and driver
What’s not included?
  • International flights
  • Tips and gratuities
  • Visas

Itinerary

Dar es Salaam to Nyerere Park

Nyerere (Selous)

Begin your 3 Days Nyerere National Park Safari with a morning pick-up from Dar es Salaam and drive south through Tanzania’s beautiful countryside to Nyerere National Park. After arrival and lunch at your lodge, enjoy an exciting Rufiji River boat safari where you can spot hippos, crocodiles, elephants, and diverse birdlife. Later, return to your lodge for dinner and overnight stay.

Selous Safari Lodge / Selous Kinga Lodge

Nyerere Safari full day gamedrive

Nyerere (Selous)

After breakfast, explore the wilderness of Nyerere National Park on a full-day game drive with an experienced safari guide. The park offers excellent opportunities to see elephants, lions, buffaloes, giraffes, zebras, antelopes, and many bird species. Enjoy a picnic lunch inside the park while surrounded by nature before continuing your afternoon wildlife adventure and returning to your lodge.

Selous Safari Lodge / Selous Kinga Lodge

Morning Game Drive Return

Nyerere (Selous)

Enjoy an early morning game drive in Nyerere National Park, the best time to witness active wildlife and capture beautiful safari photographs. After breakfast, begin your journey back to Dar es Salaam with unforgettable memories of your Tanzania safari experience. Arrival is expected in the afternoon, where you will be dropped off at your hotel or the airport.

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