Tanzania Safari: Selous Bush & River Adventure

Duration
Countries
1 Country
Type
Type
Private Tour
Duration
Duration
6 Days / 5 Nights
Run
Run:
Everyday

Discover the magic of the Selous Game Reserve safari on this immersive 6-day Tanzania safari, starting and ending in Dar es Salaam. Journey deep into one of Africa's largest and most unspoiled wilderness areas, where you'll enjoy classic 4x4 game drives in search of lion, greater kudu, sable antelope, and the reserve's famous herds of elephant and giraffe. Add a thrilling walking safari with an armed ranger for an up-close encounter with the bush, followed by a scenic boat safari along the channels and lakes of the Rufiji River, home to hippos, crocodiles, and an incredible array of water birds. This tour offers an unforgettable blend of adventure and authentic Tanzanian wilderness.

Included and Excluded
  • Meet & assist upon arrival & departure.
  • All airport transfers by a private deluxe A/C vehicle.
  • All accommodations as mentioned on the itinerary
  • All transfers by 8 or 6 seats 4x4 land cruiser.
  • English-speaking safari driver guide during your tour.
  • Entrance fees to all parks and sites as indicated on the itinerary.
  • 1 bottle of drinking water in the vehicle per day during game drives
  • Meals as mentioned in the itinerary.
  • All service charges and taxes
  • International Airfare to Tanzania
  • Tanzania Entry visa
  • Personal spending
  • Tipping
Itinerary

Upon arrival at Julius Nyerere International Airport, you will be warmly welcomed by our representative and transferred comfortably to your hotel in Dar es Salaam. Take some time to settle in and relax after your journey. The remainder of the day is free at leisure, giving you the opportunity to unwind and prepare for your upcoming safari adventure.

Overnight in Dar es Salaam.

After breakfast, depart from Dar es Salaam city centre in a comfortable 4x4 safari vehicle and travel to the renowned Selous Game Reserve. Upon arrival, enjoy a late lunch at Rufiji River Camp before setting out on your first Selous Game Reserve safari.

Spend the afternoon on a thrilling game drive, taking in the reserve’s diverse wildlife and beautiful landscapes. After the safari, return to Rufiji River Camp for dinner and a relaxing overnight stay.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Enjoy a full day of Selous Game Reserve safari adventures as you explore the reserve on classic game drives in a 4x4 safari vehicle. Keep watch for the abundant wildlife that inhabits this remarkable wilderness, including waterbuck, southern reedbuck, and bushbuck.

With some luck, you may also spot rarer species such as sable antelope, greater kudu, and lions roaming through their natural habitat. After a rewarding day of wildlife viewing, return to Rufiji River Camp for dinner and overnight accommodation.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

After breakfast, set out on an exciting walking safari in Selous Game Reserve accompanied by an armed ranger. Experience the wilderness from a different perspective as you walk through the bush, observing wildlife, tracks, sounds, and other signs of nature up close. Keep your camera ready for memorable wildlife encounters.

In the afternoon, enjoy a boat safari along the Rufiji River, exploring its channels and lakes while surrounded by hippos and crocodiles. The waterways also attract a variety of birdlife, including herons, storks, ducks, and stilts. You may also spot land animals such as giraffes and elephants along the riverbanks. Return to Rufiji River Camp for dinner and overnight accommodation.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Start your morning with your final Tanzania safari game drive in the Selous Game Reserve. Enjoy one last opportunity to spot wildlife and take in the beautiful landscapes of this remarkable wilderness.

Return to the camp for an early lunch before departing for Dar es Salaam. Upon arrival, you will be transferred to the city centre.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

After breakfast at your hotel, enjoy some free time at leisure depending on your flight departure time. At the appropriate time, our representative will meet you at the hotel and transfer you to Julius Nyerere International Airport for your final departure, bringing your Tanzania safari adventure to an end.

Meals: Breakfast

Prices & Accommodation
Accommodation Plan for 2026
01 - 30 Sep & 01 - 30 Oct.2026
coins $ 3825
Per Person in Double Room
coins $ 3525
Per Person in Triple Room
01 - 30 Nov & 23 Dec.2026
coins $ 3537
Per Person in Double Room
coins $ 3235
Per Person in Triple Room
Accommodation Plan for 2027
05 Jan - 31 May.2027
coins $ 3605
Per Person in Double Room
coins $ 3277
Per Person in Triple Room
01 Jun - 31 Jun & 01 Nov - 23 Dec.2027
coins $ 3665
Per Person in Double Room
coins $ 3339
Per Person in Triple Room
01 Jul - 31 Oct.2027
coins $ 3957
Per Person in Double Room
coins $ 3635
Per Person in Triple Room

Note: The above rates are not valid during the Christmas and New Year holiday period.

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