From Zanzibar: 2-Day Selous (Nyerere) Safari with Game Drive, Boat Cruise & Bush Walk
Explore the Untamed Wilderness of Nyerere National Park – 2-Day Fly-in Safari from Zanzibar.
Experience the incredible beauty of Tanzania's wildlife on an unforgettable 2-day fly-in safari to Selous/Nyerere National Park, the largest protected wildlife reserve in Africa. Fly from Zanzibar and enjoy an exciting combination of a full-day game drive, an authentic bush lunch, a guided bush walk, and a scenic Rufiji River boat safari. Spend the night surrounded by nature at Africa Safari Selous on a full-board meal plan before flying back to Zanzibar.
Day 1: Fly to Nyerere National Park & Full-Day Game Drive
You will be picked up early in the morning from your hotel and transferred to Zanzibar Airport. At approximately 06:30–07:00, your flight departs for Selous/Nyerere National Park, arriving around 07:00–07:30.
Upon arrival, your shared safari game drive begins at approximately 07:30–08:00. Explore the vast landscapes of Africa's largest protected game reserve while searching for elephants, lions, giraffes, buffaloes, zebras, hippos, crocodiles, and a wide variety of birdlife. Your experienced driver-guide will share fascinating insights about the park's wildlife and ecosystem throughout the journey.
Enjoy a mid-morning coffee or tea break around 10:00, followed by an authentic bush lunch served at beautifully arranged tables in the heart of the national park at approximately 13:00.
After lunch, continue your afternoon game drive before heading to Africa Safari Selous, where you will spend the night surrounded by the African wilderness. Dinner and overnight accommodation are included on a full-board meal plan.
Day 2: Bush Walk & Rufiji River Boat Safari
Start your morning with a guided bush walk, offering a unique opportunity to experience the African wilderness on foot while learning about the smaller details of the ecosystem, including animal tracks, plants, and local flora and fauna from an experienced guide.
Later, enjoy a relaxing boat safari on the Rufiji River, one of Tanzania's most wildlife-rich waterways. Cruise past hippos, crocodiles, abundant birdlife, and other animals that gather along the riverbanks, offering excellent photographic opportunities from a different perspective.
After the activities, you will be transferred to the airstrip for your afternoon flight back to Zanzibar. Upon arrival, our driver will meet you and transfer you back to your hotel, where you will arrive in the late afternoon or early evening, depending on your hotel's location.
- Discover the National Park of Tanzania during your holiday in Zanzibar
- Experience an authentic Bush Lunch in the middle of the National Park
- Learn everything about the wildlife and nature from our experienced guides
- Admire the Tanzanian wildlife and nature during a full day game drive
- Live a once in a lifetime experience in Tanzania
After an early morning hotel pickup in Zanzibar, fly to Nyerere National Park and begin an exciting full-day shared game drive through Africa's largest protected wildlife reserve. Accompanied by an experienced guide, search for elephants, lions, giraffes, buffaloes, zebras, and other wildlife while learning about the park's unique ecosystem. Enjoy a mid-morning coffee break and an authentic bush lunch before continuing your safari in the afternoon. Later, transfer to Africa Safari Selous for dinner and an overnight stay on a full-board basis.
Start the day with a guided bush walk, offering a unique opportunity to explore the African wilderness on foot and learn about its flora, fauna, and animal tracks. Afterwards, enjoy a scenic boat safari along the Rufiji River, where you can spot hippos, crocodiles, and a variety of birdlife from the water. Following the activities, transfer to the airstrip for your afternoon flight back to Zanzibar, where you will be met and returned to your hotel.
Included
- Hotel pickup and drop-off (available only if you select the option with hotel transfer)
- Return flight between Zanzibar and Selous (Nyerere National Park)
- Shared game drives in a comfortable 4x4 safari Jeep
- Experienced safari guide and driver
- Coffee/tea break and a bush lunch with fresh juices in the national park
- Drinking water in the car and during bush lunch
- Park entry and landing fees
- Full board meal plan (only when booking the option "Selous 2-Day Safari with Bush Walk and Boat Cruise")
Not Included
- Tips (optional)
- Mandatory travel insurance fees required for all tourists in Zanzibar from the government
- French, German, or Italian guide (extra fee)
Passport