Selous Game Reserve Safari
Tour Overview
Southern Safari Circuit Itineraries in Tanzania are perhaps the most attractive of all our packages. This circuit epitomizes Tanzania in her most pristine form, off the beaten track, away from the crowds of tourists and the sound of other safari vehicles.
Here you will find prolific wildlife unscathed by human interaction, where the night sky dazzles with millions of stars and a part of the continent which is untouched by time. Visit the impressive Selous Game Reserve, Mikumi, Udzungwa Mountains, and Ruaha National Parks via unforgettable Tanzania southern safari circuit packages. We have put together intriguing itineraries for your consideration.
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Experiences Along the Way
Full Itinerary
3 Days | 2 Nights
Arrival Day
You will meet and greet with one of our office representatives at Julius Kambarage Nyerere International Airport or from the seaport from Zanzibar or from the shuttle bus shuttle terminal and he will drive to the Lodge/Hotel where your safari starts and stays with bed & breakfast.
Day 1: Dar es Salaam – Selous:
You will be picked up from your Lodge/Hotel at 7:30 am in Dar Es Salaam city center and proceed to Selous game Reserve with picnic lunch boxes, Late afternoon, on a boat safari along the mighty Rufiji River, you will discover the Rufiji River by boat, encounter hippos and crocodiles in good numbers. Some 350 bird species have been recorded in the Selous Game Reserve.
These are typical of Miombo woodlands, and the bird life supported by Rufiji swampland is of particular interest. Dinner and overnight at the Tented Camp/Lodge/Campsite.
Day 2: Walking Safari in Selous:
After early breakfast, another day in the Selous Game Reserve. You will start with an early morning walking safari, followed by a game drive with your picnic lunch. Walking safari will give you a particularly intimate feel for the African wilds.
It starts in the morning with a guidance of an armed ranger and takes 2 hours before you meet the driver at the reserve gate. Walking safaris offer a good chance of seeing giraffes, zebra, elephants, and good birding. Dinner and overnight at Tented Camp/Lodge/Campsite.
Day 3: Selous Game Reserve – Dar es Salaam
After your breakfast, we will drive back to Dar es Salaam with a picnic lunch and you will be dropped at your Lodge/Hotel. End of tour.
“Please note that all these are sample itineraries. We will tailor-make your safari according to your wish”
GAME DRIVES
Safaris include daily game drives in a high quality Land Cruiser, suitable for up to 7 people.
MEALS AND DRINKS INCLUDED
All meals as listed, local alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks are included.
RECOMMENDED DATES
If availability permits, this tour can start on any day.
Price Includes
- All Park entry fees – All Park Camping fees
- Pick up from the Airport
- Boat & walking safari
- Transport 4×4 Toyota Land Cruiser with pop-up roof with driver cum guide
- Overnight at the Hotels/Lodge/Tented Camps/Campsites according to the program
- Chef/Meals as per the above itinerary
- Complimentary bottles of drinking water 1.5 litter per person per day during safari
- 1-night free Hotel accommodation on your arrival in Dar with a bed & breakfast
- Tents/Sleeping mats/Sleeping bags/Chairs/Table/Pillow.
Price Excludes
- International flights & Domestic flights
- Fees for passports, visas, immunizations, and insurance
- Tips for staff such as driver cum guides/chef/porter
- Expenses of personal nature (like souvenirs)
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