3-Days Private Nyerere NP Game Drive and Boat safari tour

5.0 (9 reviews) Dar es Salaam, Tanzania
Duration3 days
TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish, Italian, French
Private tourOnly your group will participate
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

Selous Game Reserve also known as Nyerere National Park is among the largest, most protected areas in Africa. The reserve is famous for the variety of species it inhabits, with animals such as elephants, cheetahs, giraffes, and many other species. As a participant in this reserve, you will experience exciting activities such as guided bush walks, boat safaris, and game-viewing. You will also enjoy a boat safari in the Rufiji River, where you will see a variety of birds, crocodiles, and hippos.

What's included

  • Accommodations
  • All Taxes/VAT
  • Lunch
  • All Fees and Taxes
  • Dinner
  • Breakfast
  • Roundtrip airport transfer
  • Drinking water (mineral bottles)
  • International flights
  • Gratuities
  • Any other activities not detailed on this itinerary

What to expect

Day 1: Dar Es Salaam to Nyerere/Selous National Park
  1. Selous Game Reserve
    8h
    n the morning, around 7 AM, our driver will pick you up from the airport or hotel and transfer you to Selous National Park, this ride takes about 3 to 4 hours. On your way, you will enjoy the nature and people of Tanzania.
  2. Nyerere National Park
    4h · Admission ticket included
    Once you arrive at Nyerere National Park, you will check in at the lodge and have your hot lunch. You will rest for a bit, then you will ride an evening Boat Safari in the Rufiji River for 2-3 hours. This is one of the few places where you will be able to view the wildlife from the water. You will see a variety of birds, crocodiles, hippos, and more.
Day 2: Full Day Nyerere/Selous National Park Game Drive
  1. Selous Game Reserve
    8h
    Game drives are usually the highlights of the safari. They allow you to see a wide variety of wildlife from the comfort of your 4x4 safari jeep. On this day, you will start the game drive early in the morning after breakfast at around 6:30 AM, where you will be searching for Giraffes, Hippos, Crocodiles, Lions, Elephants, and more. Nyerere National Park has the world’s largest population of rare African Wild Dogs. Your guide will introduce you to various African wildlife and share their knowledge of the wildlife and their habitats. You will eat your packed lunch box inside the park. Later in the afternoon, you will go back to African Safari Camp (or similar) for dinner and an overnight stay.
Day 3: Morning Walking Safari then depart for Dar Es Salaam
  1. Selous Game Reserve
    8m
    Walking safaris are a fantastic way to get close to nature and learn more about the smallest species that you would not have seen when in the jeep or boat. You will also come closer to big animals like Giraffes and Elephants.
    Early in the morning, you will start your walking Safari with an armed ranger and a tour guide for 2 – 3 hours, you will then return to your lodge for a breakfast. After breakfast, you will start your trip to Dar Salaam, with lunch on your way. When you arrive in Dar Es Salaam, you will be dropped off at your hotel/airport.

Meeting and pickup

Pickup details

Our driver will give you a call (phone) or hold a poster with your name on it
If your location is not listed here, please send us a message with your request

Additional information

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

If you cancel at least 3 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.<br>If you cancel within 3 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.

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