Nyerere Safari Tours : One of the largest protected spaces in Africa, Nyerere National Park (formerly Selous Game Reserve) is a fabulous, beautiful world of big cats, big elephants and big herds of wildlife.
The landscape here is also something special, with a beguiling mix of the mighty Rufiji River, palm-fringed lakes, deep gorges and wild woodlands.
The Selous, as most locals still call it, has a refreshingly wild feel about it, and it’s nicely removed from the crowds that you often get in the parks of Tanzania’s Northern safari circuit.
In fact, this is one of few places in East Africa where you can enjoy the region’s famous safari trails in relative peace, and where each wildlife encounter still feels like a real discovery.
Nyerere National Park ( formerly Selous Game Reserve) is Tanzania’s largest national park. The lifeblood of this vast wilderness is the mighty Rufiji River and a network of interconnected lakes. The abundant water supports huge numbers of crocodiles and hippos, which you’ll get scarily close to on boat trips, and also attracts plenty of elephants, buffalo and other wildlife. Early morning offer the best chance to see some lion action.
Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR) in Dar es Salaam is the main international airport and entry to the country. In most cases, your tour operator will pick you up and handle all further arrangements.
Many people fly to Nyerere National Park (formerly Selous Game Reserve), but a road safari is also a good option. The 230km/143mi drive from Dar es Salaam to Mtemere Gate takes about 5 hours*.
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Beho Beho
Located in the northwestern part, this area is known for its higher altitude, hot springs, and for being the spot where famous explorer Keith Johnston and hunter Frederick Selous died.
Mtemere Airstrip
Mtemere Airstrip is the most frequently used airstrip serving guests visiting both Selous Game Reserve and Nyerere National Park in Southern Tanzania. The geographical coordinates of this airstrip are: 07 45 01S 038 12 47E. Flying Safari package to Nyerere are convenient due to the short one hour flight versus the 5 to 6 hour road journey from Dar es Salaam. Flights to Nyerere being readily available, a flying package safari is possible to book for most Camps and Lodges. Flying to Nyerere is also recommended for those who want to enjoy game drives in Open sided safari vehicles.
Rufiji river
The Rufiji River is Tanzania’s largest river, flowing roughly 600km through the Nyerere National Park (formerly Selous Game Reserve) to the Indian Ocean. It is known for supporting massive concentrations of wildlife, including hippos and crocodiles, and it forms the largest mangrove forest in eastern Africa.
Southern Selous
Situated south of the Rufiji River, this area remains a designated game reserve, mainly utilized for sustainable, regulated photographic and hunting safaris.
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