3-Day Safari Game Drives in Nyerere National Park

• You'll be collected from the airport.
• Accommodation before the tour starts cannot be arranged by this operator.

Dar es Salaam to Nyerere National Park

Begin your journey with a road transfer from Dar es Salaam to Selous Mapumziko Lodge. In the late afternoon, enjoy a breathtaking sunset boat safari on the Rufiji River. As you glide through the water, you will encounter large numbers of hippos and crocodiles, along with an impressive array of birdlife.

The Nyerere National Park (formerly known as Selous Game Reserve) is home to over 1,000 recorded bird species, including those typical of the miombo woodlands, raptors, and water birds supported by the Rufiji River's lush swamplands, making it a paradise for bird enthusiasts and nature lovers alike.

Main Destination:

Nyerere National Park

Best Time To Visit June to October (Easiest wildlife viewing)

High Season June to October (The main tourist area gets crowded)

Best Weather June to October (Little to no rainfall)

Wildlife in Nyerere NP

ElephantCommon

GiraffeAbundant

BuffaloCommon

ZebraCommon

WildebeestCommon

HippoAbundant

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HyenaCommon

LionOccasional

Wild DogOccasional

LeopardRare

White RhinoNone

Black RhinoNone

CheetahNone

Accommodation:

Selous Mapumziko Lodge

• Budget lodge located just outside Nyerere NP

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Meals & Drinks:

• Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included)
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Full-day Game Drive in Nyerere National Park

Go on a guided game drive through Nyerere National Park, where you will search for predators such as big cats and African wild dogs, along with elephants and hippos—key highlights of southern Tanzania. The day starts early, with a pre-dawn wake-up and the fresh scent of acacia in the air. As the sun rises, casting warm tones across the landscape, the bush begins to stir, offering excellent opportunities for wildlife sightings!

Main Destination:

Nyerere National Park

Accommodation:

Selous Mapumziko Lodge

• Budget lodge located just outside Nyerere NP

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

End of an Unforgettable Adventure

Wake up early for a guided 2-hour bush walk, offering a final chance to experience the sights, sounds and smaller details of the African wilderness on foot. Afterwards, return to the lodge for breakfast and prepare for your transfer back to Dar es Salaam.

This marks the end of your safari in Tanzania. We hope you have had a truly memorable experience and look forward to helping you plan your next adventure.

Main Destination:

Dar Es Salaam (City)

Accommodation:

No accommodation (End of tour)

Meals & Drinks:

• Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included)
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

• Additional accommodation cannot be arranged by this operator.
• You'll be dropped off at the airport.