1-Day Nyerere (Selous) Safari

$380 / person

1-Day Nyerere (Selous) Safari — What to Expect

This 1-Day Nyerere (Selous) Safari from Dar es Salaam offers a thrilling introduction to one of Africa's largest and wildest protected areas — Nyerere National Park (formerly Selous Game Reserve). Enjoy a scenic boat safari on the mighty Rufiji River (hippos, crocodiles, elephants drinking, diverse birdlife) followed by a short game drive in the park (lions, giraffes, buffalo, antelopes). Perfect for travelers with only one day, this compact excursion includes private 4x4 transfers, expert guide, boat safari, picnic lunch, and return to Dar es Salaam — delivering authentic wilderness without multi-day commitment.

Departure Dar es Salaam, Tanzania
Departure Time Early morning pickup (approx. 5:30–6:00 AM) for full-day excursion
Maximum travellers 6-7 per vehicle (private options available)
Languages English, Swahili (expert guides)
Includes
  • All park fees & conservation charges
  • Private 4x4 transfers Dar es Salaam ↔ Nyerere
  • Professional English-speaking guide/driver
  • Rufiji River boat safari + short game drive
  • Picnic lunch, bottled water & flying doctors insurance
Excludes
  • International flights & visas
  • Travel insurance (mandatory)
  • Tips for guide & boat crew
  • Drinks & personal expenses
Popular Places
  • Nyerere National Park (Selous)
  • Rufiji River boat safari
  • Hippo & crocodile pools

Big Five Game Viewing

All five — lion, leopard, elephant, buffalo and rhino — are present across this itinerary

Expert Local Guides

Your licensed guide drives, identifies and explains everything from animal behaviour to plant ecology

Pop-Up Roof 4x4

360° visibility from your private safari vehicle — ideal for photography at any hour

Diverse Habitats

Each park on this safari holds different ecosystems producing different wildlife concentrations

Private Game Drives

No shared vehicles — your group has the vehicle and the guide entirely to yourselves

All-Inclusive Pricing

Park fees, guide, accommodation, meals and transfers — all included in one quoted price

Full-Day Itinerary: Nyerere (Selous) Game Drive Schedule

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    Day 1: Dar es Salaam – Nyerere (Selous) – Dar es Salaam

    Very early pickup from your Dar es Salaam hotel/airport (approx. 5:30–6:00 AM) and scenic drive (~5–6 hours) to Nyerere National Park. Arrive mid-morning for a thrilling Rufiji River boat safari — watch hippos, crocodiles, elephants drinking, buffalo, and abundant birdlife. Picnic lunch on the riverbank. Afternoon short game drive in the park — spot lions, giraffes, zebras, antelopes, and more. Late afternoon return drive to Dar es Salaam (~5–6 hours), arriving by evening with hotel or airport drop-off. End of an exciting 1-Day Nyerere (Selous) Safari!