Tour Overview
Tour description
Nyerere National Park, formerly known as Selous Game Reserve, is Africa’s largest and oldest game reserve. The beauty of the park is matched by the quality of a safari and the diverse activities in the park. Nyerere Park covers 50,000 square km and is among the largest protected areas in Africa. Relatively undisturbed by humans, Nyerere National Park is rich in elephant, cheetah, giraffe, hippo and crocodile, as well as many other species.
A practical short southern Tanzania safari for Zanzibar guests seeking a wilder feel and efficient air access.
Daily Itinerary
Game Drive + Boat Trip to Rufiji River
You'll take a flight from Zanzibar to Nyerere National Park for 30 minutes. After arriving, experience a warm game drive in the park where you'll observe the peculiar nature of Nyerere National Park with a variety of animals including lion, elephant, giraffe, buffalo, zebra, and all the other major species including the now rare African hunting dog. Enjoy your hot lunch in the mid-noon then advance to a game drive until 4:00 pm when you will go for a boat safari.
Enjoy a boat tour along the great Rufiji River in the Southern circuit and observe a variety of hippos, crocodiles, waterbuck, and the prosperous scenery of the Nyerere National Park.
Dinner and your overnight stay will be offered at the Selous Safari Lodge
Nyerere Game Drive Then Flight to Zanzibar
After breakfast, explore Nyerere by modified safari vehicle with a professional guide. Look for lion, elephant, giraffe, buffalo, zebra, African wild dog and the park’s varied birdlife across wetlands, dry grassland, light acacia woodland and higher ground with distant mountain views.
After a packed lunch, continue the game drive until about 2:00 pm, then return to Selous Safari Lodge to collect your luggage before the planned 4:00 pm flight to Zanzibar.
Highlights & Gallery
From Price
Minimum price only, based on 2 people sharing. Final pricing depends on season, availability and requested customizations.
| Package | From Price |
|---|---|
| Price for 2 People | From $970.00 per person |
What Is Included
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Trip Details
Best for
Guests who want a quick mainland safari with a different atmosphere from the north and minimal time away from Zanzibar.
Activity mix
Depending on flight timing and camp location, the trip may include game driving, boat activity or a mix of both.
Travel style
This itinerary prioritizes access and atmosphere over covering multiple parks.
Upgrade path
An extra day makes the safari much more relaxed if your Zanzibar schedule allows it.
Best Time to Travel
Dry-season months are especially good, but the fly-in format keeps this safari attractive for island guests in many different travel windows.