Experience the raw, untamed African wilderness in Selous Game Reserve (now Nyerere National Park)—the largest protected wildlife area in Africa. This best-selling 3-day package includes an evening boat safari on the Rufiji River, a full day of thrilling big game drives, and an early morning guided walking safari with an armed ranger.
Morning at 08:30 hrs pickup from your hotel in Dar es Salaam or airport. Depart for Selous Game Reserve with picnic lunch on the way. The journey takes about 5 to 6 hours through scenic rural countryside and miombo woodlands. Arrive in the afternoon and embark on a thrilling 2-hour boat safari along the Rufiji River, admiring pods of hippos and basking crocodiles. Dinner and overnight at Sunset Selous Camp.
Full day game drive exploring the vast wilderness of Selous. Track lion prides, leopards, African wild dogs, giraffes, buffaloes, and abundant antelope species around the interconnected lakes of Manze, Siwandu, and Nzelekela. Enjoy picnic lunch at a shaded scenic viewpoint overlooking the wildlife. Return to the lodge for sunset dinner and campfire.
Early morning 2-hour guided walking safari with an experienced armed ranger to observe animal tracks, medicinal plants, insects, and over 350 species of birds. Return to camp for hearty breakfast, pack up, and commence journey back to Dar es Salaam arriving in late afternoon.
