Tanzania · Safari

3-Day Selous Safari in Nyerere National Park with Boat and Walking Safaris

3 Days Round trip from Dar es Salaam Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Scenic boat safari on the Rufiji River with hippos, crocodiles, and birdlife
  • 02 Full-day game drive to spot lions, giraffes, zebras, and other wildlife
  • 03 Early morning walking safari with an armed ranger
  • 04 Explore the rich biodiversity and landscapes of Selous Nyerere National Park

Experience an unforgettable 3-day group safari in Selous Nyerere National Park from Dar es Salaam, combining wildlife viewing on land and water. Enjoy a scenic boat safari along the Rufiji River to spot hippos, crocodiles, and birdlife, a full-day game drive in search of lions, giraffes, zebras, and more, and an early morning walking safari with an armed ranger. With stunning landscapes and rich biodiversity throughout, this adventure offers an immersive taste of Tanzania's natural beauty.

Enjoy a scenic boat safari along the Rufiji River to spot hippos, crocodiles, and birdlife, a full-day game drive in search of lions, giraffes, zebras, and more, and an early morning walking safari with an armed ranger.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 3 Days
Tour type Shared
Activity level Easy
Accommodation Included · Standard
Transport Included
Wheelchair access No
Cities Dar es Salaam, Selous Game Reserve
Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Dar es Salaam to Selous Nyerere and Rufiji River Boat Safari

  • Pick up from your hotel at 7:30 am after breakfast.

  • Drive for 4-5 hours to Selous Nyerere National Park.

  • Enjoy a hot lunch at the hotel upon arrival, followed by a short rest.

  • At 4:00 pm, embark on a 2-3 hour evening boat safari on the Rufiji River.

  • Spot various bird species, hippos, and crocodiles during the boat safari.

Return to the hotel for dinner and overnight stay.

2
Day 02

Full-Day Game Drive in Selous Nyerere National Park

  • Depart the camp in the morning with a packed lunch for a full-day game drive.

  • Explore the park to spot lions, giraffes, zebras, and other wildlife.

  • Enjoy the scenic landscapes and observe the rich biodiversity of Selous.

Return to the hotel in the evening for dinner and overnight stay.

3
Day 03

Morning Walking Safari and Return to Dar es Salaam

  • Start an early morning walking safari at 6:30 am with an armed ranger and guide for 2-3 hours.

  • Return to the hotel for breakfast.

  • Depart Selous for the drive back to Dar es Salaam.

Stop for lunch along the way and arrive in Dar es Salaam by the evening.

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Dar es Salaam 2 cities · 3 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Park fees
  • All activities
  • Accommodation for 2 nights
  • A professional driver guide
  • Pick up and drop off
  • All taxes/VAT
  • Meals and drinking water

What's Not Included

  • International flights
  • Additional accommodation before and after safari
  • Tips
  • Personal items

What to bring

  • Any outfit of your choice

Logistics

Meeting & route

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

Your 3 days finish where they began, in Dar es Salaam.

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