Experience a distinctive 2 Days Selous Wildlife Safari (now Nyerere National Park). Starting and ending in Dar es Salaam, this short Tanzania wildlife escape combines scenic game drives with an boat safari on the River Rufiji. Consequently, you’ll see abundant hippos, crocodiles and classic East African wildlife all within a compact, well-paced itinerary.
Tour Highlights
Pick-up and drop-off in Dar es Salaam (city center).
Boat safari on the River Rufiji to view hippos and crocodiles.
Game drives in Selous Game Reserve / Nyerere National Park.
Overnight stay at Selous Kinga Lodge with full-board meals.
Day-by-Day Itinerary
Day 1: Pickup → Nyerere National Park → Boat Safari
First, your Primate Holidays English-speaking safari guide collects you from your Dar es Salaam hotel. Then, after a short briefing, you depart for Selous (Nyerere National Park). Next, enjoy a game drive and a picnic lunch. Thereafter, embark on a river boat safari along the Rufiji where hippos and crocodiles are commonly seen. Finally, you will transfer to Selous Kinga Lodge for dinner and overnight.
Meals: Lunch & Dinner.
Day 2: Early Breakfast → Morning Game Drive → Return
After an early breakfast, check out and continue with a guided morning game drive, including a picnic lunch in the reserve. Afterwards, you will transfer back to Dar es Salaam, where the safari concludes with drop-off at your hotel or the airport.
Meals: Breakfast & Lunch.
Accommodation & Meal Plan
Accommodation: 1 night at Selous Kinga Lodge (full board).
Meals: Day 1 — Lunch, Dinner. Day 2 — Breakfast, Lunch (picnic).
What’s Included
Safari base vehicle with fuel.
English-speaking driver/guide.
1 night full-board accommodation while on safari.
Pick up and drop off within Dar es Salaam city center.
Park fees and game drives.
Boat safari on the River Rufiji.
What’s Not Included (Exclusions)
International & domestic flights, and visas.
Beverages (alcoholic and non-alcoholic).
Medical and luggage insurance.
Dar es Salaam airport transfers (not included).
Other personal expenses and optional extras.
Gratuities: We recommend US$20 per group per day as a guideline.
Practical Notes
The itinerary is flexible and can be adjusted to fit your schedule.
Bring binoculars, sun protection, and a camera; additionally, light layers for mornings are advised.
Finally, confirm pickup details in Dar city center when you book.