3 Days Selous Safari Tour in Tanzania
Day by day
-
Day 1
Dar es Salaam – Selous National Park, Tanzania
This morning we start the 3 Days Selous Safari Tour, Only 200 km West of Dar es Salaam lies the mighty Selous Game Reserve— the largest National Park in Africa. Four times the size of Serengeti - covering more than 5% of Tanzania's total area and larger than Switzerland. Fed by the mighty Rufiji River, the largest river in East Africa which drains most of South Western Tanzania’s water, this reserve is home to over 1,000,000 large animals and is home to over half of Tanzania’s elephant population.
Selous has over 2,100 species of plants, 350 species of birds, 60,000 elephant, 108,000 buffalos and an estimated 1,300 of the worlds’ approximately 4,000 remaining rare wild dogs giving guests an opportunity to glimpse all of these exotic animals in true unspoilt wilderness. On arrival late afternoon check in
- Overnight
- Selous river Camp or Rufiji River Camp
- Meals
- Lunch & Dinner
-
Day 2
Explore Selous National Park
After breakfast choice of several activities, Walking Safari, Boat Safari or Game drive. There are large populations of elephant in the park. Approximately 70 % (60 000) of Tanzania's elephants are found in this reserve. Other well known animals include the hippo (40 000 inhabit the river systems), depleted numbers of the black rhino, large herds of buffalo (over 160 000), the area's famous wild dogs and 5 000 lion patrol the Reserve.
Also found here are Nyasaland gnu, brindled gnu, hartebeest, Greater Kudu, sable antelope, eland, reedbuck, bushbuck, waterbuck, warthog, zebras, giraffe, wildebeest, leopard and cheetah are rare. There are over 350 species of birds including African snipe, Bateleur eagle, Crested lark, Green-headed oriole, Knob-billed duck, herons, kingfishers, geese and Southern Ground hornbill. Reptiles such as crocodiles and various snakes and lizards are also found.
- Overnight
- Selous river Camp or Rufiji River Camp
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
-
Day 3
Selous National Park – Dar es Salaam
After breakfast, Game Drive, Boat Safari or take a Walking Safari, Lunch and then drive back to Dar es Salaam arriving late evening. End of your 3 Days Selous Safari Tour
- Meals
- Breakfast
What is included
Included in the price
- All taxes/VAT
- Ground transport in a comfortable safari vehicle for game viewing, photography and touring
- Accommodation in tents, camping gear and meal plan as mentioned in itinerary
- All park entrance fees to include government taxes
- Service of an English speaking professional driver/guide for your 3 Days Selous Safari Tour
- All game drives as will be detailed in the itinerary
- 5 litres of bottled water each for the Safari.
- Start and end of Safari in Arusha.
Not included
- International flights from home and back
- Visa fees (if applicable)
- Travel insurance
- Money for tips
- Soft drinks or alcoholic drinks
- Other personal items
- Visit to the Masai village (optional)
- Visit to Olduvai Gorge Museum (optional)
Common questions
How long is the 3 Days Selous Safari Tour in Tanzania?
This itinerary runs 3 days, starting and ending in Nairobi. It is a private departure, so the dates are yours to choose and the pace can be adjusted. If you would like more or less time in Kenya, we can rebuild the itinerary around that.
How many people will be in my safari vehicle?
Six at most, and that is a hard cap. Our Land Cruisers seat seven, so there is always a spare seat and every guest has a window and unobstructed access to the pop-up roof hatch. A fully private vehicle is available on any itinerary for a supplement.
When is the best time to do this Kenya trip?
July to October is peak season, with the Mara River crossings and the best trekking weather, and it carries the highest rates. March to May is the long rains: green landscapes, newborn game, very few vehicles and the lowest prices of the year. January to February is dry, hot and excellent for general game viewing. There is no bad month, only months that suit different things.
How do I book, and what deposit is required?
Send an enquiry and we return a day-by-day itinerary with every cost itemised, usually within 24 hours. There is nothing to pay to get a quote. To confirm, we take a 30% deposit, with the balance due on arrival. Changes are free up to 30 days before departure and our full cancellation terms are published on the site.
Request this itinerary
We will send a day-by-day plan for the 3 Days Selous Safari Tour in Tanzania with every cost itemised, within 24 hours.
