Selous Game Reserve Tours & Trips
Discover amazing wildlife and landscapes in Selous Game Reserve. Most travelers enjoy exploring our Selous Game Reserve adventures in January, making it the most popular time of the year.
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Merceline • traveled in July, 2025
Nyerere National Park is one of Africa's most untouched and authentic safari destinations. The park offers an immersive wilderness experience with abundant wildlife, including elephants, buffalo, lions, giraffes, and wild dogs. On my visit, we spotted lions, zebras, antelopes, buffaloes, monkeys, leopards, wild dogs, and many more wild animals. The variety of activities, from boat trips to guided walks, enhances the experience. The guide, logistics, and accommodations were good. Food was amazing as well. I highly recommend Migration Venture Africa as they offer an unforgettable adventure, with expert guides and a true connection to the park’s natural beauty.
3 Days 2 Nights Nyerere National Park Lodge Safari - K
Kuldrian • traveled in September
First of all, let us all as family THANK YOU for the smooth planning of the trip while also considering all the requests that we made. Although we had only been connected with email even then we had not felt ourselves away from you. Very well management and support whenever it was needed. We never had to ask for anything. Secondly, from the bottom our hearts we thank all the staff that we have interacted with, especially our guide Peter who had shown us around and spotted the nicest place to enjoy the safari.
8 Day Best of Selous, Mikumi and Ruaha National Park - EY
echrisostomidou • traveled in March, 2025
We had a wonderful 3 days safari. Started on Christmas day from Dar es salam to selous. The way hard but amazing if you consider that you see so much from the land that you wouldn't see with a plane! Our driver was speaking fluently English was a very experienced driver and new all the area selous and provide us a forgettable safari and with all his stories and knowledge about animals we would sourly have something to talk about. The coise of the hotel trip was a highlight. First afternoon we went in a boat safari! Second day all day a safari combined with a great lunch in a spot that we could see again hippos . Last day bush walk early in the morning with the vary knowledgeable Dr. Simba and a highlight of the day was visiting the traditional Massai village with our lovely driver .Thank you so much ?
3 Day Best of Selous/Nyerere National Park
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- 3 Days 2 Nights Nyerere National Park Lodge Safari
- 8 Day Best of Selous, Mikumi and Ruaha National Park
- Lifetime Experience in Nyerere National Park
- 3 Day Best of Selous/Nyerere National Park
- Zanzibar : 7 days Beach & Safari Holiday, Selous Game Reserve adventure
- 10-Day Tanzania Safari & Beach Tour to Selous, Ruaha & Zanzibar.
- Tanzania Safari-selous & Dar Es Salaam Adventure
- 3 Days Nyerere NP (formerly Selous Game Reserve) Mid-Range Accommodation.
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- 3 Days Selous tour (Nyerere national park) from Zanzibar
3 Days 2 Nights Nyerere National Park Lodge Safari
9 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“The vastness of the park, with its diverse landscapes and teeming wildlife, left me in awe.”
Gemin, traveled in August
Tanzania's largest elephant population roams Selous Game Reserve's diverse ecosystems. Boat safaris on Rufiji River bring close encounters with hippos and crocodiles, while rare sable antelopes await tracking. Lodge Hippo Tented Camp provides your wilderness base.
Duration 3 days Destinations Dar es Salaam, Selous Game Reserve Age Range All Ages Welcome Operator Migration Venture Africa From
- US$1,150
8 Day Best of Selous, Mikumi and Ruaha National Park
3 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“First of all, let us all as family THANK YOU for the smooth planning of the trip”
Jimbiza Camp overlooks Rufiji River in Selous Game Reserve's wilderness. Evening boat safaris bring you close to hippos and crocodiles, while game drives track rare African hunting dogs. Spectacular sunsets crown each day in Africa's largest game reserve.
Duration 8 days Destinations Dar es Salaam, Selous Game Reserve, Mikumi National Park, Ruaha National Park Age Range All Ages Welcome Operated in English, German, Italian, Portuguese, French, Spanish, Chinese, Dutch, Russian Operator Afrishare Trekking And Safaris From
- US$2,500
The UNESCO-listed Selous Game Reserve harbors elephants and black rhinos, spotted during game drives. Hippos and crocodiles populate the Rufiji River, viewed during sunset boat safaris. Selous Safari Lodge offers riverside dinners and guided morning bush walks.
Duration 3 days Destinations Selous Game Reserve Age Range All Ages Welcome Operated in English, French, Spanish Operator Akondo Adventures From
- US$930
3 Day Best of Selous/Nyerere National Park
1 Review by TourRadar travelers“We had a wonderful 3 days safari. The way hard but amazing if you consider that you see so much from the land.”
echrisostomidou, traveled in December
Evening boat safaris and full-day game drives from Selous Jimbiza Camp showcase Nyerere National Park (formerly Selous). Professional guides lead wildlife viewing experiences and cultural village walks. Short stays cost approx. $290 per day.
Duration 3 days Destinations Dar es Salaam, Selous Game Reserve Age Range All Ages Welcome Operated in English, German, Italian, Portuguese, French, Spanish, Chinese Operator Afrishare Trekking And Safaris From
- US$860
Africa Safari Selous lodge welcomes you to Africa's largest game reserve. Game drives through Selous Game Reserve offer premium wildlife viewing opportunities. Bush plane transfers, full-board meals, and professional tracking services are included.
Duration 7 days Destinations Zanzibar, Stonetown, Selous Game Reserve Age Range All Ages Welcome Operator Beach and Safari Holidays From
- US$1,479
Boat safaris, walking adventures, and game drives take you through Selous Game Reserve and Ruaha National Park to see lions, buffalo, elephants, leopards, and Africa's largest wild dog population. Roho ya Selous Camp on Lake Nzerakera hosts you for three nights with sundowner boat trips, followed by 3 nights at Kwihala Tented Camp on a sandy riverbed with night drives and bush picnics. The trip finishes with 3 nights at Matemwe Lodge on Zanzibar's coral rock shoreline, where you'll snorkel Mnemba Atoll and kayak alongside sea turtles in the Indian Ocean.
Duration 10 days Destinations Dar es Salaam, Selous Game Reserve, Ruaha National Park, Zanzibar Age Range Ages 10+ Operator Kabura Travel & Tours From
- US$12,020
The UNESCO-listed Selous Game Reserve teems with elephants, hippos, and rare spotted lions. Boat safaris along Rufiji River and guided walks with naturalist Didi complement comfortable lodge accommodations in pristine wilderness.
Duration 7 days Destinations Dar es Salaam, Selous Game Reserve Age Range All Ages Welcome Operator Lonely Site Tours & Safari From
- US$1,960
UNESCO-listed Selous Game Reserve, now Nyerere National Park, offers varied activities. Boat safaris on the Great Rufiji River showcase hippos and crocodiles. Full-day game drives track elephants and wild dogs, while armed rangers lead intimate walking safaris.
Duration 3 days Destinations Dar es Salaam, Selous Game Reserve Age Range All Ages Welcome Operator African Pangolin Safaris From
- US$940
Duration 6 days Destinations Dar es Salaam, Morogoro, Mikumi National Park, Selous Game Reserve Age Range Ages 9+ Operated in English, French, Spanish Operator Africa Natural Tours From
- US$1,879
Lions, leopards, and elephants roam their natural habitat in Africa's largest standalone reserve. The luxurious Selous Impala Camp provides comfort between wildlife-rich Rufiji River cruises and authentic bushman walks. Mloka village offers cultural insights.
Duration 3 days Destinations Zanzibar, Selous Game Reserve Age Range Ages 13+ Operated in English, German, French Operator Serengeti Access Safaris From
- US$1,835
What our customers ask about Selous Game Reserve Tours & Trips
What wildlife can I expect to see during a Selous Game Reserve National Park tour?
The vast expanse of Selous Game Reserve houses a remarkable population of African wildlife. The reserve supports 120,000 buffalo 40,000 hippos 35,000 zebras and 4,000 lions. Visitors regularly encounter elephants leopards African wild dogs giraffes and Nile crocodiles particularly along the Rufiji River banks. The reserve is also a birdwatcher's paradise with more than 350 recorded species. As one TourRadar traveler noted: "The diversity of wildlife in Selous is incredible - we saw everything from massive herds of buffalo to elusive wild dogs during our game drives." Premium viewing spots are accessible from properties like Selous Mapumziko Lodge and Selous Safari Lodge.
When is the best time to visit Selous Game Reserve National Park for a safari?
The dry season from June to October provides optimal wildlife viewing conditions in Selous. During these months animals cluster around water sources especially the Rufiji River making them easier to spot. The Mkata Floodplain becomes a prime location for watching large herds of eland and antelope. According to TourRadar travelers: "We visited in July and the weather was perfect - not too hot and the animals were easy to spot around the waterholes." While lodges such as Selous Jimbiza Camp operate year-round visibility becomes limited during the wet season from November to May.
What accommodation options are available within and around Selous Game Reserve?
Accommodations in Selous span from well-appointed lodges to authentic tented camps. The Africa Safari Selous Lodge offers riverside views while Selous Impala Camp provides comfortable amenities. For those seeking a closer connection to nature permanent tented camps deliver full services without sacrificing the wilderness experience. A TourRadar traveler recommended "the Selous Mapumziko Lodge for its excellent location and stunning views of the surrounding wilderness."
How do I get to Selous Game Reserve and what's the best way to explore it?
Travelers can reach Selous by road from Dar es Salaam taking 5-6 hours or opt for scheduled flights landing at Mtemere Airstrip. Exploration typically happens in 4x4 safari vehicles led by experienced guides. Major accommodations including Africa Safari Selous Lodge and Selous Impala Camp coordinate transfers and safari excursions. As confirmed by a TourRadar traveler "the flight option saved time though the road journey offered interesting views of rural Tanzania."
What makes Selous Game Reserve different from other Tanzanian safari destinations?
As Africa's largest protected game reserve Selous offers a less crowded more personal safari experience compared to Tanzania's northern parks. The reserve stands out by combining traditional game drives with boat safaris on the Rufiji River and guided walking tours. A TourRadar traveler emphasized "The combination of boat safaris walking experiences and traditional game drives made Selous stand out. The absence of crowds meant we could enjoy wildlife viewing in peaceful solitude."
How much does a typical safari in Selous Game Reserve National Park cost?
Selous safari packages range from USD 950 to USD 2800 per person varying by duration and included services. A typical package covers lodging meals game drives park fees and expert guidance. Three-day safaris start at USD 950 while extended 5-6 day experiences reach USD 2100. A TourRadar traveler commented "While not inexpensive the quality of accommodation guiding and overall experience at lodges like Africa Safari Selous made it excellent value for money."