Selous Game Reserve 1 night/ 2 days
Selous Game Reserve 1 night/ 2 days
Selous Game Reserve, one of Africa’s largest and oldest reserves in southern Tanzania, spans 50,000 square kilometers. Named after Frederick Selous, it hosts diverse wildlife in savannahs and wetlands. Despite being a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1982, it faces challenges, notably poaching, leading to its endangerment listing in 2014. Controlled hunting is permitted, sparking debates. While open to tourism, certain areas restrict access. Safari tours, including boat safaris along the Rufiji River, offer glimpses of elephants, lions, and more. Ongoing efforts aim to protect Selous’ ecosystems and wildlife from threats.
Tour Plan
Pick up from Dar es Salaam city center and transfer to Dar es Salaam Airport for departure on a scheduled flight to Selous Game Reserve. On arrival, you will be met by Rufiji River Camp’s representative and transferred to the Rufiji River Camp for lunch. Enjoy an afternoon game viewing in the reserve. Participate in some classic – style game drives - exploring the bush in open 4 x 4 vehicles. Waterbuck, southern reed buck and bushbuck are common in the Selous. Rare sable antelope, lion and greater kudu also frequent this area.
Dinner and overnight at Rufiji River Camp
After breakfast accompany an armed ranger on a waking safari in the reserve. The sights and sounds (and smells) of a walking safari are a special treat that will live long in your memory. The thrill of creeping up to animals to “shoot” them with your camera is a great experience. After lunch, you will be transferred to the airstrip for departure on a scheduled flight to Dar es Salaam. On arrival at Dar es Salaam Airport, you will be met and transferred to Dar es Salaam city centre.
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