Nyerere National Park, formerly known as Selous Game Reserve, is one of Africa’s largest and most significant wildlife sanctuaries. Spanning over 30,000 square kilometers in southeastern Tanzania, the park offers a unique blend of diverse ecosystems, including savannas, wetlands, and dense forests. Named after Julius Nyerere, Tanzania’s first president, the park is renowned for its vast wilderness and rich biodiversity. Visitors can expect to encounter an array of wildlife, including elephants, lions, giraffes, and one of the largest populations of wild dogs in Africa. The Rufiji River, which meanders through the park, provides a lifeline for the animals and a picturesque setting for boat safaris. With its unspoiled landscapes and abundant wildlife, Nyerere National Park offers an unparalleled safari experience, making it a must-visit destination for nature enthusiasts and adventurers alike.
2-Day Flying Package: Zanzibar to Nyerere National Park
Embark on an unforgettable African safari adventure with our 2-day flying package from Zanzibar to the wilderness of Nyerere National Park in Tanzania. This carefully curated experience allows you to explore the unspoiled beauty of one of Tanzania's most stunning national parks, home to diverse wildlife, including lions and elephants, rivers, and woodlands.
Kick off your journey as you take a short flight from Zanzibar at around 7:00 am, and arriving at the National Park at about 8:30am. You will be met with our safari guides, and hop onto our safari jeep for a full day of animal sightings and game drives.
Whether you're a wildlife enthusiast, a photography lover, or simply seeking a unique escape, this package offers an extraordinary combination of adventure and relaxation. Join us as we create memories that last a lifetime in one of Africa’s most remarkable natural settings, formally called Selous Game Reserve.
2 Days Nyerere National Park African Safari Experience
Our two days safari to Nyerere National Park in southern Tanzania is a short African Safari with only one overnight at the national park, and has Boat Safari and Game Drives in the park as key activities. Suitable for safari enthusiasts' and new travellers coming to Zanzibar and Tanzania. Our team of tour guide and tour driver will pick you at your hotel in Dar Es Salaam or the Ferry station (if starting from Zanzibar) and after the safari your will also be dropped off at your hotel or ferry station. We also welcome expatriates and locals in Dar Es Salaam to book with us, with special discounted prices available for them.
3 Days Safari in Nyerere National Park(Boat Safari & Walking Safari)
This is a private safari that begins and ends in Dar Es Salaam. Customers can also select to start from Zanzibar and travel to Dar Es Salaam by the morning Ferry or fly directly from Zanzibar to Selous Mtemere Air strip. Please note that ferry or flight fare is not included in this package.
You will visit Nyerere National Park, which is one of the hidden gems of the East African wildlife safari circuit, located in the southern part of Tanzania. You will be able to witness many wild animals, and flora, and hear birds chirping as you move closer to nature. On the first day you will arrive and have your lunch at your selected lodge/ Camp.
Summary of activities.
Day 1: Afternoon Boat Safari in the Rufiji River
Day 2: Full day in the national park doing game drives, spotting animals, and photography safari with our guide
Day 3: Early morning Walking Safari in the outskirts of the national park with a selected bush guide.
All your meals during this safari are inclusive.
Choose your accommodation below based on your budget and preferred built type, with both built lodges and Tented Camps available.
3 Days Nyerere National Park - Fly In from Zanzibar
This journey begins with a flight from Zanzibar to Nyerere national park. This journey will include a boat trip were you will also see monkeys and monitor lizards on top of the trees at the river banks. You can have a short-day safari or a full day safari to explore the whole lakes of Selous. You will have the opportunity to see the big 5 as well as camping.
6 Days and 5 Nights mikumi national park and Selous game reserve
The tour offers you the opportunity to visit the Mikumi National Park which has over time progressed to be a wildlife safari destination filled with amazing activities. In addition to this, you will also visit Nyerere NP also known as Selous Game Reserve. At Selous GR, you will do game drive, Boat safari and also a morning hike (2hrs walk) for those who are interested.
10 Days Safari & Beach Holiday
This tour package gives you the chance to experience Tanzania’s best attractions. Visit the Serengeti and Tarangire national parks, and the Ngorongoro crater; then proceed to go to Zanzibar – the spice islands, where you will enjoy the magnificent pearl white beaches in Matemwe beach in the north-east of Zanzibar.
