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Tanzania · Safari
The journey
Set foot in the world of majestic wild animals and stunning landscapes at Selous Game Reserve on this 3-day safari from Dar es Salaam. Explore the reserve on an afternoon boat trip along the scenic Rufiji River, where you can gaze at hippos, crocodiles, beautiful birdlife, and a stunning sunset from the water. Spend a full day game viewing in search of rare species such as wild dogs, sable antelopes, black rhinoceros, Nile Crocodile, and hippopotamus. The experience also includes a sunrise bushwalk to learn about smaller species and get even closer to nature.
Explore the reserve on an afternoon boat trip along the scenic Rufiji River, where you can gaze at hippos, crocodiles, beautiful birdlife, and a stunning sunset from the water.
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Day by day
Meet your tour guide at your hotel in Dar Es Salaam at 5:30 AM.
Drive with your guide to the Selous Game Reserve in a 4x4 vehicle.
Arrive at Selous Game Reserve and embark on an afternoon boat trip between 4:00 PM and 6:30 PM.
Enjoy the beautiful scenery of the Rufiji River.
Gaze at the hippos, crocodiles, and beautiful birdlife.
Witness a stunning sunset from the boat.
Overnight stay at the camp.
Spend the day game viewing in the reserve.
Spot rare species of animals like wild dogs, sable antelopes, black rhinoceros, Nile Crocodile, and hippopotamus along the banks of the Rufiji River.
Enjoy a scrumptious picnic lunch along with drinks in the wilderness.
Head back to the camp for dinner.
Overnight at the camp.
Get up early for a fulfilling breakfast at the camp.
Embark on a three-hour sunrise bushwalk between 6:00 AM and 6:30 AM to learn about smaller species and get close to nature.
Drive back to Dar es Salaam in the afternoon.
Where this trip takes you
Selous Game Reserve, Rufiji River boat trip, hippos and crocodiles
The route
The fine print
Park fees
All activities (unless labelled as optional)
All accommodation (unless listed as upgrade)
English-speaking Selous driver/guide
All transportation in a 4x4 car (unless labelled as optional)
All taxes/VAT
Meals
Drinking water
International flights (from/to home)
Tips (tipping guideline: USD 10.00 pp per day)
Personal items (souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees, etc.)
Any government-imposed increase in taxes and/or park fees
Some meals (as specified)
Logistics
Your 3 days finish where they began, in Dar es Salaam.
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