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Boat Safari, Walking
Safari & Game Drive in Selous
The Selous is unique among Tanzania’s more
renowned preserved areas because it is a game reserve, not a
national park, and therefore a larger range of activities are
permitted.
 Price: |
USD $1,146 /person
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| Customise: |
This package can be customised |
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Country:
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Tanzania |
| Duration: |
4 days |
| Persons: |
min (2)
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| Accommodation: |
Lodge |
| Game Parks: |
Selous GR
(Tanzania) |
| Activities: |
Walking Safaris, Wildlife Viewing, River
Cruise |
Selous Game
Reserve:
Located in south-east Tanzania in a
remote and little-visited part of the country, the
Selous Game Reserve is Africa’s largest protected
wildlife reserve and covers more than 5% of Tanzania’s
total area. Its rivers, hills, and plains are home to
roaming elephant populations, the area’s famous wild
dogs, and some of the last black rhino left in the
region. Due to its remote location, and because it is
most easily accessible only by small aircraft, the
Selous Game Reserve has remained one of the untouched
gems of Tanzania’s national parks and game reserves, and
offers visitors a chance to see a wild and expansive
Africa far from paved roads and curio shops.
The
Rufiji River Delta is a striking feature of the game
reserve. It connects the Great Ruaha River with the
Rufiji River and not far from the park boundaries
empties out into the Indian Ocean along the Tanzanian
Coast. The Rufiji River is the largest water catchment
locations in the region, and as such, is home to a
plethora of varied water and bird life. Along its
shores, oppulent hippos sleep languidly in the mud and
sun themselves, mouths wide open, as the river passes
by. Crocodiles are also common along the Rufiji’s
riverbanks, their armour plated skins the only rough
edges in the rivers incessant flow. Stiggler’s Gorge,
where the Great Ruaha River meets the Rufiji River, is a
breathtaking example of the diversity and spectacular
scenery along the game reserve's waterways.
The
Selous is unique among Tanzania’s more renowned
preserved areas because it is a game reserve, not a
national park, and therefore a larger range of
activities are permitted. Boating safaris are becoming a
popular alternative to vehicle-based trips, and offer
visitors a chance to see the diverse life along the
Rufiji River up close in all its splendour. Hiking
safaris and fly camping are also ideal ways to explore
the country and add a bit of adventure to your African
experience.
Tour Itinerary:
Day 1: Leaving Dar es Salaam for Selous Game
Reserve
Leaving Dar es Salaam early in the
morning and arrive at Selous Game Reserve late
afternoon; lunch is provided along the way since it
takes about 6- 8 hrs to Selous. After unpacking proceeds
with game drive along Rufiji River for few hours before
sunset.
Dinner and overnight at Rufiji River
Camp
Day 2: Boat Safari on the Rufiji
River
Game drive, lunch and then embark on a
boat safari (3 hours) in the mighty Rufiji River, which
brings you close to hippopotamus and crocodiles, bird
watching on the riverbank.
Dinner and overnight
at Rufiji River Camp
Day 3: Foot-walking
safari and Game Drive
Foot-walking Safari to the
Selous Game Reserve, starts early in the morning with
the guidance of an armed ranger, takes 3 hours before
you come back for breakfast, rest and lunch. Later
afternoon proceed with game drive until the sunset.
Walking excursions offer a good chance of seeing
giraffe, zebra, elephant and birds at a close range.
Dinner and overnight at Rufiji River Camp
Day 4: Return to Dar
Breakfast,
before drive back to Dar es Salaam, alternatively
transfer to Dar/Zanzibar by plane extra USD180/pp/one
way
Additional:
It is regulation that
the boat /walking safari should not take place the whole
day; can only be done for a maximum of 3 hours
Pricing:
Price
per person based on sharing accommodation Rufiji River
Lodge USD 1,146 (Minimum 2pax)
Price is
inclusive of:
full board accommodation, safari
activities as mentioned above, English speaking local
driver/guide, transport within the park; park fees,
conservation fee, emergency evacuation insurance, free
pickup services from and to the airport.
The
price excludes:
international flights and any
other local shuttle service outside safari schedule,
beverages, items of personal nature, gratuities/tip to
driver/guide, insurance, hotel before and after safari
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