2-Day Selous Game Reserve Car & Boat Safari

Selous Game Reserve, Tanzania



Experience an unforgettable adventure in Selous Game Reserve, Africa’s largest protected wildlife area.

Highlights

  • Perfect for those with limited time but who want a complete safari experience
  • Combines land and water activities for diverse wildlife sightings
  • Great chance to see Africa’s Big Five and rare wild dogs

Description

Itinerary: Day 1: Dar es Salaam – Selous Game Reserve (Boat Safari) 06:00 AM: Pick-up from Dar es Salaam (Hotel/Airport/Residence) 06:30 AM: Drive towards Selous Game Reserve via Kibiti, enjoying scenic views (approx. 5-6 hours) 12:30 PM: Arrive at Selous Game Reserve, check-in at your lodge/tented camp, and enjoy a delicious lunch 04:00 PM: Boat Safari on the Rufiji River – Experience a thrilling boat safari, spotting hippos, crocodiles, and various bird species while enjoying the beautiful sunset over the river 06:30 PM: Return to the lodge/camp for relaxation 07:30 PM: Dinner at the lodge/camp followed by an overnight stay Day 2: Selous Game Drive – Return to Dar es Salaam 06:30 AM: Early breakfast at the lodge/camp 07:00 AM: Full-day Game Drive – Explore Selous Game Reserve in a 4x4 safari vehicle, spotting wildlife such as elephants, giraffes, lions, leopards, buffalos, zebras, and wild dogs 12:30 PM: Enjoy a bush lunch in the reserve 02:00 PM: Continue with game viewing, exploring different areas of the reserve 03:00 PM: Depart for Dar es Salaam 08:00 PM: Arrive in Dar es Salaam and drop-off at your hotel/residence

Includes

Transport in a 4x4 safari vehicle (open roof for better wildlife viewing) Professional English-speaking safari guide Park entry fees to Selous Game Reserve Boat safari on the Rufiji River Game drive in Selous Game Reserve 1-night accommodation in a tented camp/lodge Meals (Lunch, Dinner on Day 1; Breakfast, Lunch on Day 2) Bottled water throughout the safari

Excludes

alcoholic drinks Tips & personal expenses Travel insurance

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