Summary
The Selous Game Reserve was first set aside as a wildlife reserve as early as 1896 by German Kaiser Wilhelm II and takes its name from renowned Hunter, explorer, writer and soldier Frederick Courtney Selous, who was killed during the First World War inside the reserve and was buried near to the spot where he fell (marked by a grave to this day.
Package Includes
English speaking driver/guide Transport in 4X4 Toyota Land Cruisers with pop up roof for game viewing. Park entry fees Enough bottled mineral water throughout the safari Government fees & taxes Transfers to & from the International Airport and Dar es Salaam Enough bottled mineral water throughout the safari 18% VAT on tour fees & services
Package Excludes
Pre/Post Safari Accommodation in Dar Es Salaam Alcoholic beverages, sodas and items of a personal nature Tips to the Driver/Guide. Personal travel insurance Laundry Services
Activities
- General Photography
- Scenic Drive
- Wildlife Photography
- Game drive
Places
- Selous Game Reserve, Tanzania
Physical Condition
- Normal Physical Condition
Connectivity
- WiFi and phone coverage at some lodges
Day-by-day Description
Day 1Dar Es Salaam/Selous
Activities Included
Bird Photography General Photography Landscape photography Scenic Drive Wildlife Photography Game drive Bird WatchingOn this day you will be picked from your hotel in Dar at around 06:00 hours and start drive to Selous. Arrive at your accommodation for lunch and after that head to the Rufiji river for an optional evening boat safari. After game drives will return to your accommodation. Dinner and overnight at the Mpingo Lodge.
Other Benefits (On Arrival)
- Transfer
Location
Selous Game Reserve, Dar es Salaam, Tanzania
Travel Time: 5 hrs
Day 2Selous Game Reserve
Activities Included
Bird Photography General Photography Landscape photography Scenic Drive Wildlife Photography Game driveAfter breakfast, set out from 6am until late afternoon on a Game Drive into the Selous Game Reserve. Enjoy a picnic lunch in the middle of the wilderness also you can have an optional activity which is boat ride in the Rufiji Rver seeing Hippos and Crocodiles before returning to camp for a hot shower and dinner. Overnight at Africa Safari Camp.
Other Benefits (On Arrival)
- Transfer
Location
Selous Game Reserve, Dar es Salaam, Tanzania
Travel Time: 8 hrs
Day 3 Selous /Dar Es Salaam
Activities Included
Bird Photography General Photography Landscape photography Morning Drives Wilderness Trail Wildlife Photography Game driveEarly morning of this day will depart for walking safari outside the reserve (possible guarded bush walking safari inside the reserve with extra entry fees) to experience Selous wilderness while walking on foot. Will return to the camp for breakfast and there after start drive back to Dar.
Other Benefits (On Arrival)
- Transfer
Location
Selous Game Reserve, Dar es Salaam, Tanzania
Travel Time: 7 hrs
Offical Visa Regulations and Health Requirements
For personalized details on health and visa requirements please check the IATA travel centre here
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