Selous (Nyerere National Park)
1 day—Selous (Nyerere National Park) Day Safari – From Zanzibar
$580-600 USD
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Safari summary
05:00 AM – Early Morning Pick-Up in Zanzibar
Your day begins with an early transfer from your hotel to Zanzibar Airport. As the island wakes up, prepare for an exciting change of scenery—from the Indian Ocean coastline to Tanzania’s magnificent southern wilderness.
06:00 AM – Flight to Mainland Tanzania
Board your scheduled or charter flight to the mainland, depending on availability. Enjoy scenic views during your journey towards the Nyerere National Park area.
08:00 AM – Arrival and Meet Your Safari Team and begin your journey
Upon arrival at the designated airstrip or airport, meet your local safari guide and prepare for the day’s activities. After a short briefing and any necessary transfers, begin your journey into the wilderness.
12:30 PM – Picnic Lunch in the Wilderness
Pause for a picnic lunch at a designated safe location arranged by your safari team. Enjoy your meal surrounded by nature before preparing for the afternoon’s land-based adventure.
01:30 PM – Afternoon Game Drive
Continue your safari in a 4x4 vehicle, exploring the park’s open grasslands, woodland, and wildlife-rich areas. Look out for elephants, giraffes, buffaloes, zebras, impalas, wildebeests, and, with luck, lions or African wild dogs. Your experienced guide will search for wildlife activity while sharing insights into animal behavior and the conservation of this remarkable ecosystem.
03:30 PM – Final Wildlife Viewing and Transfer
Enjoy your final wildlife sightings before leaving the safari area and transferring to the designated airstrip for your return journey. The exact timing will depend on the flight schedule and the location of the day’s activities.
Afternoon or Evening – Return Flight to Zanzibar
Board your return flight to Zanzibar according to the confirmed schedule. Relax and reflect on the day’s river encounters, wildlife sightings, and beautiful wilderness scenery.
Evening – Arrival in Zanzibar
Upon arrival, meet your transfer driver and return to your hotel, bringing your Nyerere National Park adventure to an end.
End of the Safari
Included
- Domestic flight Round Trip,
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off in Zanzibar
- Safari vehicle for game drives
- Professional English-speaking safari guide
- Nyerere National Park entrance fees
- Guided game drive
- Picnic lunch
- Bottled drinking water
- Applicable government taxes and fees, as specified in the final quotation
Not Included
- Personal expenses
- Alcoholic and other personal beverages
- Tips for the safari guide and boat crew
- Travel insurance
- Any activities or services not mentioned in the itinerary
Safari Highlights
- Observe hippos, crocodiles, and water birds along the riverbanks
- Explore the wilderness of Nyerere National Park by 4x4 safari vehicle
- Search for elephants, lions, giraffes, buffaloes, and other wildlife
- Enjoy a picnic lunch surrounded by Tanzania’s southern wilderness
- Add a distinctive wildlife adventure to your Zanzibar beach holiday
About this tour
| Tour type | Custom, tailor-made, private | |
| Main focus | Game drives | |
| Activity level | Easy activity | |
| Best months | January, February, March, June, July, August, September, October, November, December | |
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| Parks | ||
| Accesibility |
This tour is modifiable for those with limited mobility.
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Fine details
Safari highlights
- Bird watching—with professional guide
- Photography safari—with professional guide
What’s included?
- Meals
- Park fees
What’s not included?
- Alcoholic beverages
- Tips and gratuities
Itinerary
Hotel Pick-Up in Zanzibar
Nyerere (Selous)
Overview This safari takes you to Nyerere National Park, formerly part of the famous Selous Game Reserve, where winding rivers, palm-lined waterways, open plains, and abundant wildlife create a truly memorable African adventure. You will leave the beautiful beaches of Zanzibar behind and spend a day surrounded by the wild beauty of southern Tanzania and experience a special opportunity to explore the wilderness by safari vehicle across the park’s diverse landscapes.
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