Nyerere National Park

4WD Game Drive, Boat Safari and Bush Walk combined in one trip

$855-1640 USD

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Safari summary

Visit this grandiose remote and pristine natural area of Southern Tanzania, Nyerere National Park, formerly known as the Selous Nature Reserve. It is the largest park in East Africa, which is famous for its numerous lion prides, rare and endangered African wild dogs, elephant herds, giraffes, and a variety of landscapes, from the open plains to the bush, woodlands and wetlands. The mighty Rufiji River flows through the park, teeming with playful but quite dangerous hippos and Nile crocodiles. Make the most of the variety of experiences this trip has to offer for a friendly budget!
This rare opportunity will take you from Zanzibar via Dar es Salaam to the National Park, and back.

About this tour

	Tour type	Custom, tailor-made, private
	Main focus	Game drives
	Activity level	Moderate activity
	Best months	All months
	Countries	Tanzania
	Parks	Nyerere (Selous)

Fine details

Safari highlights

Boat, canoe, dhow, kayak, mokoro safari
Walking safari—with armed guard
Photography safari—with professional guide

What’s included?

Accommodation
Airport transfers
All drinks
Meals
Park fees
Private vehicle and driver

What’s not included?

Alcoholic beverages
Hot air balloons
International flights
Laundry
Premium alcoholic beverages
Spa treatments
Tips and gratuities
Visas

Itinerary

Crocodile boat safari

Nyerere (Selous)

From Dar es Salaam, our driver guide will meet you by our 4WD safari vehicle and drive to Nyerere National Park. You will arrive in time for a hearty meal in your lodge. In the afternoon, our captain will take you in a motorboat, for an exciting boat safari on the Rufiji River. You will approach the hippos, crocodiles, colorful birds and primates along the banks. Giraffes, elephants and antelopes come to drink water. Our crew will make a bonfire and a traditional African barbecue on an island.

Africa Safari Selous

Game drive & bush lunch

Nyerere (Selous)

A full-day game drive experience from dawn till dusk. A variety of landscapes, from open grasslands, winding rivers, and wetlands to bushland and dense woods set the stage for a thrilling big game safari. Your guide will help you to spot iconic animals such as lions, leopards, giraffes, elephants, elands and hippos. Enjoy your hot bush lunch, surrounded by the raw beauty of the nature, and continue your game. In the evening, experience the sounds of the African night from your lodge.

Africa Safari Selous

Nyerere – Dar es Salaam

Nyerere (Selous)

There is nothing more exciting than a walking safari. Early in the morning, you will through Selous Game Reserve, guided by a local bushman and a Masai. They will show you everything – from flora and birdlife to small and large animals like elephants and giraffes! After your lunch, your driver transfer you back to Dar es Salaam.

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