Overview & Summary
Escape to one of Africa's largest and most pristine wilderness areas on this exclusive 2-day safari to Nyerere National Park, formerly the legendary Selous Game Reserve. Spanning over 30,000 square kilometers—twice the size of Serengeti—this UNESCO World Heritage Site remains a hidden gem with intimate game viewing and breathtaking landscapes. Here, the mighty Rufiji River, Tanzania's longest, pulses with life, attracting elephants, hippos, crocodiles, and over 440 bird species. From thrilling game drives across miombo woodlands to serene boat safaris along river channels, a BMC TOURS & SAFARI guide will meet you for a seamless journey into the heart of untamed Africa, where every moment feels exclusive and transformative.
Full Itinerary
Scenic Countryside Drive, Miombo Woodlands & Savannah Game Drive
Your adventure begins with an early morning pickup from Dar Es Salaam International Airport or your Dar es Salaam hotel by your BMC TOURS & SAFARI guide. The scenic 3-5 hours drive takes you through rural landscapes and local villages to Nyerere National Park. Upon arrival, you'll check into your lodge and enjoy a hot lunch before heading out for your first game drive.
Explore the park's diverse terrain—open savannahs, miombo woodlands, and wetlands teeming with wildlife. Spot elephants grazing, giraffes browsing acacia trees, zebras and wildebeests in herds, and perhaps lions resting in the shade. As the sun begins to set, return to your lodge for dinner, surrounded by the sounds of the African bush.
Dinner and overnight at Selous Kinga Lodge
Sunrise Boat Cruise, Hippos & Crocodiles & Scenic Drive to Dar
Wake early for breakfast before embarking on a memorable boat safari along the Rufiji River, Tanzania's largest and longest waterway. Drift silently past riverbanks lined with crocodiles basking in the morning sun and pods of hippos surfacing for air. The river is a birder's paradise—keep your binoculars ready for malachite kingfishers, fish eagles, and vibrant bee-eaters.
After the boat safari, return to the lodge for lunch before beginning your journey back to Dar es Salaam. Your BMC guide ensures a comfortable drive, arriving in the evening for drop-off at your hotel or airport, concluding your memorable Nyerere wilderness adventure.
END OF OUR SERVICESInclusions & Exclusions
Included
- All park entry fees for Nyerere National Park
- Transport in a private 4x4 safari vehicle with pop-up roof
- Services of a professional English-speaking safari guide
- 1 night's accommodation (Selous Kinga Lodge)
- Meals as per itinerary
- Bottled drinking water during game drives and tours
- Hotel pickup and drop-off in Dar es Salaam
- All government taxes and levies
- Game drives as described in the itinerary
- Boat safari on the Rufiji River
Excluded
- International and domestic flights
- Travel and medical insurance
- Tanzania visa fees
- Tips and gratuities for your guide and lodge staff
- Alcoholic and soft drinks
- Personal expenses
- Accommodation in Dar es Salaam before or after the safari
- Optional activities not mentioned in the itinerary
Optional Activities
