Tanzania · Safari

12-Hour Selous Game Reserve Safari from Zanzibar with bush lunch

12 Hours Round trip from Tanzania Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Experience the breathtaking wildlife of Selous Game Reserve in one exciting day
  • 02 Enjoy thrilling game drives led by experienced safari guides
  • 03 Savor a delicious bush lunch surrounded by stunning natural scenery
  • 04 Discover diverse habitats and iconic African animals in their natural environment

Embark on a 12-hour adventure to Selous Game Reserve and experience the raw beauty of the African wilderness in a single day. Enjoy thrilling game drives led by an experienced safari guide as you look out for lions, elephants, leopards, hippos, crocodiles, and a diverse array of bird species across open savannah plains, dense riverine forests, and tranquil lagoons. Relish a bush lunch surrounded by stunning natural scenery before your golden-hour return flight to Zanzibar.

Embark on a 12-hour adventure to Selous Game Reserve and experience the raw beauty of the African wilderness in a single day.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 12 Hours
Tour type Private
Activity level Easy
Accommodation Not included
Transport Included
Wheelchair access Yes
Cities Zanzibar, Selous Game Reserve
Languages English, French, Spanish

Day by day

The itinerary

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Day 01

Fly to Selous for a Full-Day Safari Adventure

A day trip to Selous Game Reserve from Zanzibar offers a unique opportunity to experience the raw beauty of the African wilderness in a single day. This exhilarating adventure allows you to escape the hustle and bustle of island life and immerse yourself in the heart of nature.

Here's a typical itinerary:

  • Early Morning Departure: Your day begins with a private transfer to Zanzibar Airport, where you'll board a private charter flight to Selous Game Reserve. This efficient mode of transportation ensures a seamless journey, allowing you to maximize your time in the wilderness.
  • Arrival and Game Drive: Upon landing, you'll be greeted by your experienced safari guide, who will accompany you on a thrilling game drive. As you venture into the vast expanse of the reserve, keep your eyes peeled for iconic African wildlife such as lions, elephants, leopards, hippos, crocodiles, and a diverse array of bird species. The open savannah plains, dense riverine forests, and tranquil lagoons provide diverse habitats for a multitude of animals.
  • Bush Lunch: To truly immerse yourself in the wilderness experience, you'll enjoy a delicious bush lunch amidst the stunning scenery of the reserve. As you savor your meal, you may be serenaded by the sounds of nature, creating a truly unforgettable dining experience.
  • Afternoon Game Drive: After lunch, you'll continue your safari adventure, exploring different parts of the reserve. Your guide will share their knowledge of the ecosystem, wildlife behavior, and local culture, enriching your understanding of this remarkable place.
  • Return Flight: As the sun begins to set, casting a golden glow over the landscape, you'll board your private charter flight back to Zanzibar.
Selous Game Reserve, open savannah plains, dense riverine forests, tranquil lagoons

Where this trip takes you

Selous Game Reserve, open savannah plains, dense riverine forests, tranquil lagoons

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Tanzania 2 cities · 12 Hours

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Park fee
  • Entry fee
  • Safari car
  • Lunch box
  • Go and return flight ticket

What's Not Included

  • Tip

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Zanzibar, Tanzania
Tour start
Tanzania
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 12 hours finish where they began, in Tanzania.

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