Tanzania · Safari

2-Day Selous Safari from Zanzibar with Flight and Boat Safari

2 Days Round trip from Tanzania Moderate pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Enjoy a scenic flight from Zanzibar to the unspoiled Selous Game Reserve
  • 02 Experience a full-day game drive with chances to spot lions, elephants, buffalo, and giraffes
  • 03 Embark on a thrilling boat safari with views of hippos, crocodiles, and birdlife
  • 04 Join a guided walking safari to explore the ecosystem up close

Embark on an unforgettable 2-day adventure to Selous Game Reserve from Zanzibar, featuring thrilling game drives, a serene boat safari, and an immersive walking safari. Experience Africa's wildlife up close as you look out for elephants, lions, buffalo, giraffes, hippos, crocodiles, and birdlife while enjoying scenic landscapes and delicious meals. With seamless transfers from Zanzibar, including a scenic flight, and an overnight stay at a comfortable lodge or hotel, this tour offers a perfect blend of adventure and relaxation.

You will get to view wildlife from a different perspective as you glide along the waterways, spotting hippos, crocodiles, and an array of birdlife.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 2 Days
Tour type Private
Activity level Moderate
Accommodation Included · Standard
Transport Included
Wheelchair access No
Cities Zanzibar, Selous Game Reserve
Languages English, French

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Fly to Selous for a Full-Day Game Drive

  • 9:30 AM: Pick-up from your hotel in Zanzibar

Your journey begins with a pick-up from your hotel in Zanzibar. Be ready for an exciting adventure ahead.

  • 11:00 AM: Arrival at Selous Game Reserve

You will land in Selous after a scenic 1.5-hour flight from Zanzibar, arriving around 11:00 AM.

  • 11:30 AM - 5:00 PM: Game drive

Embark on a thrilling full-day game drive. The park is home to diverse wildlife, including elephants, lions, buffalo, and giraffes. A boxed lunch will be provided during the drive, so you can enjoy your meal amidst the African wilderness.

  • 6:00 PM: Check-in to lodge or hotel

After a day of adventure, check in to your comfortable lodge or hotel, where you will be able to relax.

  • 7:00 PM: Dinner at lodge or hotel

Enjoy a delicious dinner at the lodge or hotel, recapping your thrilling day.

Overnight stay at the lodge or hotel.

2
Day 02

Boat Safari, Walking Safari, and Flight Back to Zanzibar

  • 7:00 AM: Breakfast at lodge or hotel

Start your day with a hearty breakfast, readying yourself for more adventure.

  • 8:00 AM - 10:00 AM: Boat safari

Head out for a relaxing and exciting boat safari. You will get to view wildlife from a different perspective as you glide along the waterways, spotting hippos, crocodiles, and an array of birdlife.

  • 10:30 AM - 12:30 PM: Walking safari

Next, enjoy a guided 2-hour walking safari. This is a chance to get up close to the environment and learn more about the ecosystem and its inhabitants, led by an expert guide.

  • 12:30 PM: Lunch at lodge

After your walking safari, indulge in a delicious lunch at the lodge.

  • 2:15 PM: Depart for Zanzibar

After lunch, it is time to head back to Zanzibar. Your flight departs at 2:15 PM, and you will be back by 4:15 PM.

  • 4:15 PM: Arrival in Zanzibar

Upon arrival, our driver will be waiting at the airport to transfer you back to your hotel.

Selous Game Reserve, game drives for elephants and lions, boat safari with hippos and crocodiles, flight from Zanzibar

Where this trip takes you

Selous Game Reserve, game drives for elephants and lions, boat safari with hippos and crocodiles, flight from Zanzibar

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Tanzania 2 cities · 2 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Roundtrip flight from Zanzibar to Selous/Nyerere National Park
  • All park fees included
  • 1-night accommodation at a lodge or hotel
  • All activities: game drives, boat safari, and walking safari
  • Bush lunch during the game drive
  • Professional driver/guide for an expert-led safari experience
  • Pick-up and drop-off services to/from the airport and hotel
  • All taxes/VAT included in the package

What's Not Included

  • Travel insurance
  • Tips for guides
  • Visa or passport fees
  • International flights

What to bring

  • All safari items

Know before you go

  • Safari Jeep upgrade for added comfort and a more exclusive experience is available as an optional extra.

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 2 days finish where they began, in Tanzania.

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