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Tanzania · Safari
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Visit one of Tanzania's spectacular southern circuit game reserves on this guided safari through Selous Game Reserve. The park is home to small and large mammals, as well as various bird species and reptiles, making it a true haven for wildlife enthusiasts and nature lovers. Enjoy up-close wildlife viewing as you look out for lion, eland, bush-buck, giraffe, impala, baboon, zebra, crocodile, and kudu, along with memorable experiences on the Rufiji River and in the bush.
Upon arrival in the reserve, embark on a boat safari on the Rufiji River, where you will view hippos and crocodiles in their natural habitat.
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Day by day
After breakfast, drive to Selous Game Reserve with a packed lunch to enjoy along the way.
Upon arrival in the reserve, embark on a boat safari on the Rufiji River, where you will view hippos and crocodiles in their natural habitat.
Later in the evening, have dinner and stay overnight at the Lodge Hippo Tented Camp or campsite.
After breakfast, embark on a full-day game drive in Selous Game Reserve with a picnic lunch. The game reserve is larger than Switzerland and Denmark and is home to Tanzania's largest elephant population, as well as large numbers of buffalo, hippo, and wild dog. You will also see lion, eland, bush-buck, giraffe, impala, baboon, zebra, crocodile, and kudu. You will also have the chance to see the rare Sable antelope.
Later in the day, return to your lodge for dinner and your overnight stay.
Rise early and head to the park gate to take part in a walking trip in the wilderness, accompanied by an armed ranger guide. The guide will take you through the bush to get close to the animals, plants, footprints, and droppings.
Drive back to your lodge for brunch.
After brunch, pack your things and leave for Dar es Salaam.
Arrive in Dar es Salaam, where you will be dropped off at an agreed point. This is where your safari will end.
Where this trip takes you
Rufiji River, Selous Game Reserve, Lodge Hippo Tented Camp
The route
The fine print
Park fees
All activities
All accommodation
A professional Selous safari driver/guide
All transportation
All taxes/VAT
Meals (as specified in the day-by-day section)
Drinking water (on all days)
International flights (from/to home)
Roundtrip airport transfer
Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
Tips (tipping guideline: US$20.00 pp per day)
Personal items (souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees, etc.)
Any government-imposed increases in taxes and/or park fees
Logistics
Your 3 days finish where they began, in Dar es Salaam.
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