4-Day Selous Safari with Boat Safari and Wildlife Viewing

Selous Safari

Meerkats

Leopard

Highlights

Experience a scenic boat safari on the Rufiji River

Explore Selous National Park on full-day game drives

Discover local culture and traditions during your visit

Dar es Salaam, Selous Game Reserve

safari, cultural, Wildlife

Private Tour

4 Days

Easy

English, German, Spanish

Description

Embark on a 4-day safari adventure in Selous National Park, Africa’s largest protected reserve. Begin with a scenic drive from Dar es Salaam and a thrilling boat safari on the Rufiji River. Spend two days exploring the park on game drives, spotting elephants, lions, giraffes, and diverse wildlife in their natural habitat. Conclude with a guided walking safari for an up-close bush experience.

Itinerary

Day 1: Dar es Salaam – Selous National Park (Boat Safari)
- Morning pick-up from your hotel in Dar es Salaam.
- Scenic 4-hour drive to Mloka Village.
- Check-in at lodge and enjoy lunch.
- Afternoon boat safari on the Rufiji River spotting hippos, crocodiles, and birds.
Dinner and overnight stay at the lodge.
Day 2: Full-Day Game Drive in Selous National Park
- Early breakfast at the lodge.
- Full-day game drive in 4x4 Land Cruiser with picnic lunch and mineral water.
- Spot elephants, lions, giraffes, zebras, antelopes, and more.
Return to lodge for dinner and overnight stay.
Day 3: Game Drive Adventure
- Breakfast at the lodge.
- Another exciting game drive exploring different areas of the reserve.
- Opportunity to see more wildlife and landscapes missed earlier.
Dinner and overnight stay at the lodge.
Day 4: Walking Safari – Return to Dar es Salaam
- Early morning walking safari with an expert guide.
- Learn about tracks, plants, and smaller wildlife.
- Breakfast at the lodge.
- Departure drive back to Dar es Salaam.
- Arrival in the afternoon, marking the end of the safari.

What's Included

All entry fees

Accommodation

All meals

Transportation

Drinking water

Professional driver guide

Two game drives

Boat tour

What's Excluded

Drinks

Visa

Tips

Extras

Flight tickets

Know Before You Go

Ensure your passport is valid for at least six months with blank pages.

Obtain a visa (online or on arrival, depending on nationality).

Carry travel insurance covering medical emergencies, evacuation, trip cancellations, and lost luggage.

Bring vaccination certificates (Yellow Fever if required, plus recommended Hepatitis A & B, Typhoid, Tetanus, Rabies for long stays).

Take malaria prophylaxis and mosquito repellent.

Pack personal medicines, sunscreen, lip balm, antiseptic, and diarrhea medication.

Carry local currency (Tanzanian Shilling) and small USD bills (2009 or newer).

Bring credit/debit cards if needed; cash is more reliable in remote safari areas.

Budget for tipping guides ($10–20 per day) and lodge staff ($5–10 shared tip box).

Pack neutral-colored clothing in khaki, beige, or olive; avoid bright colors.

Layer clothing for cool mornings/evenings and hot daytime conditions.

Wear comfortable closed walking shoes; hiking boots for walking safaris.

Bring wide-brim hat, sunglasses, lightweight rain jacket, headlamp/torch, binoculars, camera with extra batteries and memory cards.

Plan for early morning and late afternoon game drives for best wildlife viewing.

Be patient; sightings are not guaranteed, and enjoy the wilderness experience.

Respect your guide’s instructions at all times.

Be culturally sensitive: ask permission before taking photos of people and respect local customs.

Stay in the vehicle unless permitted by your guide in safe areas.

Never feed or approach wildlife.

Keep voices low to avoid disturbing animals.

Do not walk alone at night outside your tent or lodge; request an escort.

Bring a power bank; Tanzania uses UK-style plugs (Type G) and many lodges rely on generators or solar.

Internet may be limited or unavailable in remote parks.

Notify lodges in advance for dietary requirements; always drink bottled or filtered water.

What To Bring

Valid passport and visa

Travel insurance documents

Vaccination certificate (Yellow Fever if required)

Copies of travel documents (kept separately)

Local currency (Tanzanian Shillings) and small USD bills (newer than 2009)

Neutral-colored lightweight shirts and trousers (khaki, beige, olive)

Warm jacket or fleece for early mornings and evenings

Light rain jacket or windbreaker

Comfortable walking or closed shoes

Sandals or flip-flops for lodge use

Hat (wide-brimmed or cap)

Sunglasses

Swimwear (if lodge has a pool)

Socks and undergarments

Scarf or buff for dust on game drives

Daypack (small backpack for drives/walks)

Binoculars for wildlife viewing

Camera or phone with extra memory cards

Extra batteries and power bank

Torch or headlamp with spare batteries

Reusable water bottle

Prescription medications (in original packaging)

Basic first aid kit (band-aids, antiseptic, pain relief, rehydration salts)

Malaria prophylaxis

Insect repellent (with DEET)

Hand sanitizer and wet wipes

Sunscreen (SPF 30+) and lip balm with SPF

Toiletries (toothbrush, toothpaste, shampoo, soap, deodorant)

Travel pillow or blanket for long drives

Notebook or journal with pen

Guidebook or wildlife checklist

Snacks (energy bars, nuts)

Zip-lock or dry bags to protect gear from dust and moisture

Meeting Point

Dar es Salaam, Tanzania

Cancellation Policy

For cancellations upto 2 days before the tour -

Refund of 80% of the tour price.

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1 to 4	/person
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4-Day Selous Safari with Boat Safari and Wildlife Viewing

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Itinerary

Day 1: Dar es Salaam – Selous National Park (Boat Safari)

Day 2: Full-Day Game Drive in Selous National Park

Day 3: Game Drive Adventure

Day 4: Walking Safari – Return to Dar es Salaam

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4-Day Selous Safari with Boat Safari and Wildlife Viewing

Highlights

Description

Itinerary

Day 1: Dar es Salaam – Selous National Park (Boat Safari)

Day 2: Full-Day Game Drive in Selous National Park

Day 3: Game Drive Adventure

Day 4: Walking Safari – Return to Dar es Salaam

What's Included

What's Excluded

Know Before You Go

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Cancellation Policy

Price

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