2-Day Nyerere Safari from Dar es Salaam

5.0 (1 reviews) Dar es Salaam, Tanzania
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Duration2 days
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish
Private tourOnly your group will participate
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

Experience the untouched beauty of Selous, home to elephants, lions, leopards, giraffes, zebras, hippos, crocodiles, and a wealth of birdlife. Cruise along the Rufiji River on a scenic boat safari, witnessing wildlife from a unique perspective. Spend the night at a comfortable, budget-friendly lodge or tented camp, enjoying the tranquility of the African wilderness.

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Fly-Out to Zanzibar

Fly to Zanzibar: After your safari experience, transfer to the airstrip for your scheduled flight to Zanzibar.
Pickup included

2-Day Selous Drive-in Safari from Dar es Salaam

Pickup included

What's included

  • Soft Drinks in the Car only
  • A professional English driver/guide
  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Pop-up roof 4x4 safari vehicle
  • Breakfast
  • Return road transfers from Dar es salaam to Selous
  • Boat Safari
  • All Park Fees
  • 1 Night Full Board Accommodation outside the park
  • Full Day Game Drive
  • International Flight
  • Tips: tipping guideline of US$ 10.00 per person per day for the guide and crew
  • Domestic Flight
  • Government imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees
  • Personal items (souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees and other personal items)

What to expect

Day 1: Transfer to Selous & Boat Safari
  1. 2h · Admission ticket included
    Early morning pick-up from your Dar es Salaam hotel and 3-4 hour drive south to Selous Game Reserve, passing through rural villages and scenic landscapes. Arrive in time for lunch at your lodge or camp, followed by a short rest. In the afternoon at around 4:00 PM, embark on a thrilling boat safari along the Rufiji River, where you can spot hippos, crocodiles, colorful birdlife, and sometimes elephants drinking at the riverbanks. Enjoy the peaceful sunset before returning to camp for dinner and overnight stay.
Day 2: Full Day Game Drive & Departure to Dar es salaam
  1. Nyerere National Park
    10h · Admission ticket included
    After an early breakfast at around 06:30 AM, depart for a full-day game drive in the vast Nyerere National Park (formerly known as Selous Game Reserve), one of Africa’s largest and most untouched wildlife sanctuaries.

    Explore its diverse landscapes and rich wildlife, where you may encounter large herds of elephants and buffaloes, prides of lions, giraffes, zebras, and impalas roaming freely. The park is also renowned for its population of the rare African wild dogs, making it a truly special safari destination.

    Enjoy a picnic lunch at a safe vantage point within the park, surrounded by breathtaking scenery and the sounds of the wild.

    After an exciting full-day adventure, at approximately 03:00 PM, begin your return drive to Dar es Salaam, arriving in the late afternoon or early evening. Upon arrival, you will be dropped off at your hotel, airport, or preferred location within the city.

Meeting and pickup

Pickup details

Your professional driver-guide will meet you at your preferred location within the city at the agreed time, ensuring a smooth and comfortable start to your journey. Kindly share your exact pick-up address in advance so we can arrange everything seamlessly.

Our 4×4 safari Land Cruisers are equipped with a rear luggage compartment that can comfortably accommodate one medium-sized suitcase (up to 23 kg / 50 lbs) and one small carry-on bag per guest. Soft-sided bags are recommended, as they are easier to fit in the luggage area. If you are traveling with extra or oversized luggage, please inform us in advance so we can make the necessary arrangements.

Additional information

  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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