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Jongomero Bush Manor is a private exclusive-use villa positioned on the edge of main Jongomero Camp in the Ruaha National Park. The spacious four-bedroom villa, with inviting shared living areas and expansive open-plan kitchen bar create a luxuriously tranquil space for families and friends.

Escape the crowds, revel in the privacy of our remote corner of Ruaha National Park in the South of Tanzania and discover the pristine wilderness at Jongomero.

Enjoy the quintessential safari experience, with days viewing the abundant game by boat, vehicle and on foot, and evenings spent around the camp fire. Siwandu is located in the Nyerere National Park in the South of Tanzania.

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5 Days Selous and Mikumi Safari

• Boat Safari
• Family friendly
• Southern Tanzania
• Walking Safari
• Zanzibar Safari

5 Days safari in Selous and Mikumi Safari is probably the only classic Safari to Southern Circuit of Tanzania and we offer you the best of it. Starting and ending at Dar es Salaam this safari takes you to the Greater Selous Ecosystem and gives you the rare chance to experience real African Wilderness in the few untouched areas of Tanzania. Unlike the packed Tourist Areas of the North during the peak safari seasons, This safari gives you the opportunity to be in the secluded middle of an African wilderness with the whole Savannah almost for your own. This is the best place to be if you want that ‘away from the crowds’ safari.

This our 5 day safari in Selous Game Reserve & Mikumi National Park as it is, is a nice mid range lodging safari but we can offer the same package using other upgraded accommodations if you wish or even cheaper places where possible. Ask for free Customization!

Selous and Mikumi Safari from Zanzibar

The same safari can start and end at Zanzibar as we can also arrange a fly in safari straight into Selous Game Reserve. If you are flying from Zanzibar to the Selous Game Reserve you have two options to choose from. You can either choose to fly from Zanzibar to Selous Game Reserve where you will meet up with our safari guide or you can fly early in the morning to Dar es Salaam to start the safari by road together with our safari guide. The cost for these options differ.

If you are short of time and would like to explore northern Tanzania then our 4 days Safari in Tanzania is the best option for you.

We normally help in arranging flights for those who would like to fly to Selous or to Dar es Salaam to start this 5 Days Selous and Mikumi Safari . Let us know if you would like us to help in arranging your flight to Selous from Zanzibar Island.

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Dar es salaam - selous game reserve, full day at selous game reserve, selous - mikumi national park, mikumi national park - dar es salaam.

If you are planning on visiting Zanzibar for beach vacation and wish to try a wildlife safari experience starting from Zanzibar please do not hesitate to contact us any time.

A Group of 2 Persons – USD 1390 per person sharing (Double room or Twin room)

A Group of 4 Persons – USD 1075 per person sharing (2 Double rooms or Twin rooms)

A Group of 6 Persons – USD 995 per person sharing (3 Double rooms or Twin rooms)

Single Traveler – Ask for price

Group of more than 6 Travelers – Ask for price

Children Prices depend on Age of the child and room configuration.

We can customize the program according to your interests and budget.

The Price includes

off”]05 days private safari for 02 – 06 persons

Transport and wildlife drives in modified 4 x 4 Land Cruiser with photographic roof hatch

Services of a professional English speaking safari guide

All wildlife reserve entry fees

All game drives as mentioned in the itinerary

03 x 0,5 l mineral water per person / day during game drives

04 x FB at safari lodges or tented camps as per itinerary

Value Added Tax by Tanzania Revenue Authority

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International Flights

Any domestic connection flights on arrival or departure

All items of a personal nature

Gratuities for safari guide and lodge staff (please tip separately)

Travel insurance if needed

Visa fee (50 US$ /100 US$ for American or Irish Passport holders – to be paid upon arrival)

Drinks and beverages in lodges

Airport pick up and transfers in private car

Accommodation at Dar es Salaam on arrival if needed

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Get to know Tanzania beyond the Serengeti: visit the Selous for walking or boating safaris, big cats and plenty of plains game

Selous, like Ruaha National Park, is one of Tanzania’s best second-time safari destinations, with the focus on walking, plains game vistas and – if you’re lucky –  cats, rhino and wild dog. What’s left of the Selous Game Reserve today is the wonderful Rufiji River and everything north of it, including the vast spaces downstream of Stiegler’s Gorge. You need more time here to see the same number of species as you would in the north, but the river and boating experience are well worth it. You might find the scarce Pel’s fishing owl if you go as far upstream towards Stiegler’s Gorge as possible – and luck is on your side.

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Remote location as expected going to a safari. The place was clezn and comfortable...the staff was amazingly friendly and helpful. This was my second time at this hotel and I highly recomend.

Place is pleasant, with lot of style in rooms, bar and restaurant. This enhances the safari experience.

Super close to the park. Big open accommodations. Lots of wildlife. Service was excellent. Food was good and nutritious.

The staff was extraordinary friendly and tried to make us feel as comfortable as possible. They went out of their way to book us a safari and even got us petrol for our car. The food at the restaurant was delicious and the best we had in Tanzania. The beds were comfortable and the rooms mostly clean (with the exception of some small insects which are to be expected in the middle of the bush). The location just outside the Selous national park is great and the main gate is just a 10 minute drive away, so we would definitely recommend this accommodation.

L’emplacement dans la réserve de Selous, le service des Masais absolument charmants.

Le personnel était adorable et aux petits soins pour les clients ! La nourriture était délicieuse, un vrai régal! Nous avons eu la chance de voir un éléphant devant notre chambre en fin de soirée, quelle expérience !

il est difficile de faire confiance à un hôtel quand on réserve de si loin…. mais quelle chance d’avoir eu cet hébergement !! le complexe est magnifique, notre chambre était incroyable très belle très propre le personnel plein d’attentions très accueillant et bienveillant, les massai sont si gentils et désireux de faire découvrir leur culture, il y a même un spectacle le soir, merci à vous ! notre safari était juste parfait avec Mwinyi notre chauffeur très à l’écoute et très gentil et notre guide Eli qui nous a renseigné sur de nombreuses histoires à propos des animaux, ils ont tout donné pour qu’on puisse voir les lions et nous les avons vu ! même si cela est dur parfois. nous en gardons un souvenir mémorable grâce à eux. nous avons réservé en juillet, avant le début de la grosse saison ce qui nous a permis de profiter du complexe de manière privilégiée

The room was spacious and clean. The staff were very friendly and helpful, even helping to repair our car, which would not start after we arrived. The food was tasty, varied, and plentiful.

,Gentillesse du personnel et particulièrement les massai. Le cadre, dépaysement, repas très copieux, pdj complet.

proche de se loue guide francophone notamment Mosson qui était au top et très disponible et patient avec les enfants !

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• Grillmöglichkeiten
• WLAN inklusive
• Parkplatz inbegriffen
• Klimaanlage
• Eigenes Badezimmer
• Tägliche Reinigung
• Nichtraucherzimmer

Die Unterkunft Africa Safari Selous Nyerere national park, die in Nyakisiku gelegen ist, bietet Gartenblick sowie ein Restaurant, eine Gemeinschaftslounge, eine Bar, einen Garten und eine Terrasse. Die Unterkunft Africa Safari Selous Nyerere national park bietet sowohl WLAN als auch Privatparkplätze ohne Aufpreis. Ein voll ausgestattetes eigenes Badezimmer mit einer Dusche und kostenlosen Pflegeprodukten ist vorhanden. Kontinentale und amerikanische Frühstücksoptionen werden täglich in der Unterkunft Africa Safari Selous Nyerere national park angeboten. In der Unterkunft Africa Safari Selous Nyerere national park steht eine Autovermietung zur Verfügung. Lake Manze liegt 29 km von der Unterkunft Africa Safari Selous Nyerere national park entfernt.

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Restaurants 2 Restaurants vor Ort

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Ausstattung von: Africa Safari Selous Nyerere national park

• Toilettenpapier
• Badewanne oder Dusche
• Kostenlose Pflegeprodukte
• Extralange Betten (über 2 m)
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• Feuerstelle im Freien
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• Pirschfahrt Zusätzliche Gebühren
• Spielzimmer
• Sitzbereich
• Speisen für spezielle Ernährungsbedürfnisse (auf Anfrage)
• Behindertengerechte Parkplätze
• Rechnung auf Anfrage
• Gepäckaufbewahrung
• Informationsschalter für Ausflüge
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• Das ganze Jahr über geöffnet
• Pool mit Blick
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Von 12:00 bis 18:00 Uhr

Gäste müssen einen Lichtbildausweis und eine Kreditkarte beim Check-in vorlegen

Von 06:00 bis 10:00 Uhr

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Kinder jeden Alters sind willkommen.

Kinder im Alter von 6 Jahren oder älter zahlen in dieser Unterkunft den Erwachsenenpreis.

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Baby- und Zustellbetten sind in dieser Unterkunft nicht verfügbar.

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The property offers free airport transfer to the closest airport.

When booking 6 rooms or more, a different cancellation policy applies of 720 days before arrival with a 100% cancellation fee when cancelled within the 720 days before arrival. The prepayment policy will also be 720 days before arrival.

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Ruhezeit zwischen 22:00:00 Uhr und 08:00:00 Uhr.

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Gäste, die in der Unterkunft Africa Safari Selous Nyerere national park übernachten, können während ihres Aufenthaltes ein gut bewertetes Frühstück genießen (Gästebewertungsergebnis: 7.5).

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Ja, dieses Hotel hat einen Pool. Erfahren Sie Einzelheiten zum Pool und anderen Ausstattungen auf dieser Seite.

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Wieviel kostet der Aufenthalt in der Unterkunft Africa Safari Selous Nyerere national park?

Die Preise an der Unterkunft Africa Safari Selous Nyerere national park könnten je nach Aufenthalt variieren (z.B. gewählter Zeitraum, Hotelrichtlinie usw.). Wenn Sie Ihre Daten eingeben, können Sie die Preise sehen.

Ist die Unterkunft Africa Safari Selous Nyerere national park bei Familien beliebt?

Ja, die Unterkunft Africa Safari Selous Nyerere national park ist bei Gästen beliebt, die Familienaufenthalte buchen.

Wie weit ist die Unterkunft Africa Safari Selous Nyerere national park vom Zentrum von Nyakisiku entfernt?

Die Unterkunft Africa Safari Selous Nyerere national park ist 10 km vom Zentrum von Nyakisiku entfernt. Alle Entfernungen werden in Luftlinie gemessen. Die tatsächliche Fahrstrecke kann abweichen.

Wie lauten die Check-in- und Check-out-Zeiten in der Unterkunft Africa Safari Selous Nyerere national park?

Der Check-in in der Unterkunft Africa Safari Selous Nyerere national park ist ab 12:00, und der Check-out ist bis 10:00.

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Selous game reserve.

Selous Game Reserve Location: Southern Tanzania Climate: Hot and dry, wet during Apr, May and Nov Typical Landscape: Rocky outcrops, crocodile infested lakes, hot springs, rivers, doum palms, grassy plains

The Selous Game Reserve is one of the largest wildlife reserves in the world, and is raw and wild as your safari will be if you visit this wonderful area. Named after Englishman Sir Frederick Selous, the famous big game hunter and early conservationist – his grave can still be seen where he died, at Beho Beho in 1917 whilst fighting the Germans during World War 1. The Selous is a UNESCO World Heritage Site due to it’s huge diversity of wildlife and undisturbed nature.

The Selous Game Reserve covers a total area of 54,600 sq km and has additional buffer zones – no permanent human settlement or human habitation is permitted. The Selous is one of the last remaining true wildernesses in the world and so is a must visit when on safari. The beautiful and majestic Rufiji River flows through the Selous and into the Indian Ocean – and the Selous also boasts the Steigler gorge which is a canyon of 100 metres depth and width. Walking is permitted here, and for those serious explorers and walkers this is a paradise – the abundant game also makes this an ideal first time safari destination, as well as the fact you will be staying in one of Africa’s most luxurious lodges.

The Luxury Safari Company’s favourite luxury camps and lodges in the Selous Game Reserve, in Southern Tanzania, are Sand Rivers Selous , Selous Safari Camp – these combine beautifully as a Southern Tanzania safari (also including Ruaha or Saadani ) and beach holiday in Tanzania, with beach options on Zanzibar , Mozambique , and the Tanzania Coast .

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At over 45,000 square kilometres, Selous is the largest wildlife reserve in Tanzania and is actually larger than Switzerland.

The reserve is centred on the broad Rufiji River which lazily winds through a network of open lagoons.

The palm tree forests around these lakes are particularly atmospheric and attractive.

Selous Game Reserve is an extremely large and important conservation area located in Southern Tanzania.

Selous is the only major safari reserve to be located on the coast, which means that it has an unusually humid climate and a very languid atmosphere.

It is particularly well known for its motorboat safari out on the Great Rufiji River and walking safari is also widely offered. African wild dogs are a particular speciality.

The main potential downsides for Selous are that the wildlife viewing is not as strong as one might hope, there can be significant vehicle clustering in core areas, the area has a reputation for a lower standard of safari guiding and the reserve experiences serious poaching. Some people may find the hot and humid climate to be less than ideal for safari.

History of  the Selous Game Reserve

The Selous area was first designated  as a protected area in 1896 by German colonial admistration under Hermann von Wissmann and became a trophy hunting reserve in 1905.

The reserve was renamed after legendary British soldier, big game hunter and pioneering conservationist Frederick Courtney Selous, who had stood alongside Cecil Rhodes during his campaign to annex Zimbabwe for the British Empire and who also achieved notoriety in 1899 for speaking out against the Anglo-Boer war in South Africa.

Selous hunted across Africa, notably in the Selous from around 1871, but towards the end of the century his attentions had turned towards the conservation of wildlife rather than its continued extermination.

In 1916, on the outbreak of the First World War, the sixty year old Selous was made Captain of the 25th Royal Fusiliers, winning a DSO in 1916. With his detailed knowledge of the bush, Selous led the chase after a small German guerrilla force that was wreaking havoc throughout the Tanganyika Territory. On New Year’s Day 1917, Selous was shot dead by a sniper close to the banks of the Beho Beho River where his grave can be seen to this day.

In 1922 the British colonial administration extended the area under protection and renamed it the Selous Game Reserve in his honour.

In 1946 the reserve was further extended to its present size, when the government relocated a large number of resident people, officially to rescue them from a sleeping sickness epidemic.

The reserve was designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1982 due to its wildlife diversity and pristine undisturbed state.

Geography of  the Selous Game Reserve

At 54,600 square kilometres, the Selous is actually larger than Switzerland, four times the size of the Serengeti National Park and three times the size of Kruger National Park. It forms a significant part of the enormous 150,000 square kilometre Selous-Niassa ecosystem, the largest tract of wild bush remaining in Africa.

Selous is the only major game reserve in East Africa to be located down on the humid coastal plateau, which creates an unusually languid and tropical atmosphere.

The reserve is extremely scenic in parts, centred on the Great Rufiji River, which meanders through a network of oxbow lakes and channels. The land is largely flat, with distant hills to give perspective, covered with a wide range of different landscapes, notably acacia, miombo and palm forests, marshlands and broad open grasslands.

Wildlife of  the Selous Game Reserve

The Selous is renowned for its prodigious wildlife numbers, with an estimated 120,000 Cape buffaloes, 100,000 wildebeest, 35,000 plains zebras, 40,000 hippos and 4,000 lions.

Other major species include elephants, black rhinos, Maasai giraffes, greater kudus, waterbucks, bushbucks, Lichtenstein's hartebeest, elands, sables, African wild dogs, spotted hyenas, leopards and Nile crocodiles.

During the Jun-Oct dry season you should see a much broader range of major species than most other reserves in East Africa, although not in the quantities and concentrations of somewhere like the Serengeti.

Birds of  the Selous Game Reserve

The Selous Game Reserve contains more than 440 recorded species of birds.

Highlights include pink-backed pelicans, African skimmers, giant kingfishers, carmine bee-eaters, white-fronted bee-eaters, African fish eagles, palmnut vultures, ibises, palm swifts, yellow-billed storks, white-crowned plovers, spur-winged plovers, pied kingfishers, malachite kingfishers, trumpeter hornbills, purple-crested turacos, egrets, herons, Malagasy squacco herons and Pel’s fishing owls.

Conservation issues in  the Selous Game Reserve

To this day the Selous Game Reserve remains mainly a trophy hunting area, with only five percent of the land area being dedicated to photographic tourism. This uncomfortably balance will surely shift in favour of photographic safari as the revenue streams continue to move in that direction.

In the meantime the reserve will continue to experience the negative effects of hunting, including the repeated removal of the largest and healthiest animals and negligent land stewardship by rogue operators.

Of far more immediate concern is the horrific poaching situation, mainly in relation to elephants.

In 1976 the Selous Game Reserve was cited to contain about 109,000 elephants. By 2009 numbers had dropped to 20,000 and by 2013 estimates sat around 13,000. Sources blame corrupt politicians, officials, businessmen and local villagers, who help to connect poachers with illegal ivory markets in the Far East.

In 2018 we received reports from friends in the Selous that the dire situation seemed to be turning around, with far fewer dead elephants being found and the distant sound of gunfire being a much less frequent event. The general feeling is that the political landscape may have shifted sufficiently to make poaching a great deal more difficult.

The best way to support conservation in this area to is to visit and add to the revenues from photographic tourism. Ultimately it is money that does the talking. Additionally it is the areas immediately around the safari lodges which offer the greatest protection and will be the reservoirs from which the wildlife will repopulate once the situation is improved.

In 2016 UNESCO sanctioned a change to the boundary of the Selous Game Reserve, providing access to commercial uranium, a decision which received widespread criticism from conservation bodies.

Safari activities in the Selous Game Reserve

The main activity in Selous is day time vehicle safaris, which are usually done as morning and afternoon excursions. Some lodges also offer full day safaris and we certainly feel that the park is varied and interesting enough to want to explore further afield rather than simply stick to the patch around your camp.

Unusually for Tanzania, off-road driving is permitted, so it is much easier to make the most of important sightings.

Of the predators, lions are the most commonly seen, leopards and wild-dogs dogs being much more occasional sightings.

A real highlight of the Selous is the motorboat safari. This may not be the only reserve in East Africa to offer this kind of river safari, but it is certainly the best. As well as the obvious opportunity to view hippos and crocodiles, encounters with elephants along the riverbank are not unusual and the birding can be excellent. Some camps are able to head upstream to Steigler's Gorge, an atmospheric spot where the river becomes hemmed in by forested hillsides. 

Safari operators in Selous are also permitted to offer walking safari, which represents a very pleasant change of pace and a chance to make a rather more intimate connection with the landscape. Most camps do their walking early morning, before the heat of the day has risen, sometimes ending up with a bush breakfast in a remote location before continuing on by vehicle.

However this walking safari rarely includes deliberate approaches onto potentially dangerous animals like elephants and lions, for that you need to head for the nearby Ruaha, or head off to Zimbabwe or Zambia.

Some lodges also offer overnight bivouac camping in remote locations, for guests who want a slightly more intimate and potentially exciting bush experience.

Incidentally most people around here refer to this activity as 'fly-camping', which refers to the old days when hunters would go out and camp in fly country, refering to the tsetse flies that previously infested these wildlife areas and protected them from human settlement.

Safari seasonality in the Selous Game Reserve

Since Selous is down on the coastal plateau it experiences high humidity, making for a hot and sticky climate year round, as well as much higher levels of precipitation and a much less pronounced dry season.

This is in stark contrast with the majority of game reserves in East Africa, which are at much higher altitudes and have generally more dry and comfortable climates. This can be a major deciding factor for people who do not enjoy this kind of tropical environment.

The best time of year for safari is generally considered to be the Jul-Oct dry season, when the wildlife is concentrated along the river, although is also the period when visitor numbers and prices both peak.

Selous safari seasonlity : Jun-Oct

This is the period conventionally considered to be the best time to visit the park, the main 'dry season', although one can still expect light rain to fall roughly one in every three days on average. Reasonably high temperatures are significantly exaggerated by high relative humidities, usually around 80% to 85%. Afternoons can be stifling and nights sticky.

Because of this continued rainfall throughout the year and because of the presence of so much surface water in the form of lakes and rivers, Selous does not operate in quite the same way as a more conventional dry season reserve. The usual inward migration from dry hinterlands in towards the permanent sources of water does take place, but the effect is slightly less pronounced. Wildlife concentrations in the areas around the camps to improve noticeably, especially into July and August, but never reach the levels of more arid and harsh environments such as Tarangire, Katavi or Ruaha.

Throughout this period Selous is a sweltering, languid place, wonderfully atmospheric, with reliable vehicle safari, but where motorboat and walking safaris are at least if not more enjoyable.

Selous safari seasonlity : Nov-Mar

The arrival of the short rains in November can be much less of an event here as it is in Ruaha for example. The fact that the dry season is not usually completely dry, means that the arrival of light rains tends to have relatively little effect on either flora or fauna, although one can expect a little more seasonal flowering of plants and a slight dispersal of wildlife to the hinterlands.

Selous is therefore usually considered to be still in prime condition for safari right through Nov-Dec, making it a particularly attractive proposition over the Dec-Jan holiday season.

Into February however the rains really should be more pronounced. Flora should start to show significant new growth and the park as a whole should take on a fresh sheen. Many of those animals will start to have their young. So this period tends to be a favourite amongst more experienced safari people who are less concerned about the volume of sightings.

Selous safari seasonlity : Apr-May

April is usually the month which sees the greatest rainfall here in Selous, with May not far behind. Most of the camps are closed for this period and flight services from Dar es Salaam are suspended.

Safari accommodation in the Selous Game Reserve

The Selous has a decent collection of around a dozen authentic lodges, whose combined bed capacity amounts to little more than 300 visitors.

The best lodges are generally those around the string of lakes north of the Rufiji River, with Lake Manze Camp marking the epicentre for wildlife viewing.

Outside the eastern Mtemere Gate there is a cluster of simple properties which serve the budget overland and self-drive market, which spill significant traffic into the park, disadvantaging the lodges on this side.

The further west you go the better for traffic avoidance, with Beho Beho Camp and Sand Rivers Camp both being in really peaceful areas, but still within reach of the best wildlife areas.

Further west and south the lodgs become more remote, but the quality of wildlife viewing drops away sharply.

Because of the sticky climate and lower quality guiding we generally tend to keep stays here down to 3 to 4 nights in a single camp, preferring to deploy more time in other areas.

Having said that, if you are a real safari connoisseur then it can also be great to spend much longer in the reserve, maybe 5 to 9 nights, travelling overland between two or even three camps, the different sectors of the park have very different atmospheres and it is nice to get a wider experience than simply the area around a single camp. But those kinds of trip are few and far between.

Safari access to the Selous Game Reserve

Because Selous is so easily accessed by light aircraft from Dar es Salaam and Zanzibar on the coast, it tends to figure most prominently short 2 to 4 night sampler safaris to combine with longer stays down on the beach.

It can also form part of a longer flying safari through southern Tanzania, usually combined with the superb and very different Ruaha National Park, perhaps spending 7 to 10 nights between the two locations.

These trips can be extended by 3 to 4 nights by adding the rural retreat at Mufindi Highlands Lodge.

On very rare occasions some or all of the connecting legs on a trip like this may be done overland, in which case trips might also include further safari in Mikumi National Park and forest trekking in Udzungwa Mountains.

However these overland safaris are made much less appealing by the very long distances and the fact that a high proportion of the road miles are along the busy TanZam highway, which is really not ideal.

Downsides of the Selous Game Reserve

Although the Selous leads out with all these wonderful statistics about its size and animal numbers, in reality the core wildlife viewing area is relatively small, concentrating on a sector along the north bank of the Rufiji River which represents only around 3% of the total area. This is partly due to this being a particular sweetspot for wildlife, but also due to the fact that the majority of the reserve is used for hunting. This is gradually changing, as the demand for photographic safari overtakes that for hunting safari, but progress is frustratingly slow.

The main consequence of this squeeze is that there can be significant vehicle clustering in core areas, which seems somewhere between ironic given the size of the place. The situation is exacerbated by the rash of poor quality lodges which has sprung up outside the main park gates. In high season a small fleet of vehicles spills into the reserve from these entry points. It is not so much the volume of vehicles that is the problem, but the fact that they are so tightly clustered and the road network is not well set up to disperse them. However there are camps deeper inside the park where you really can feel a the majesty and isolation of this wonderful reserve.

Perhaps the greatest disappointment in the Selous is the poor standard of safari guiding. We have encountered this in lodges of all levels. The biggest problem is a general lack of enthusiasm and an unwillingness to push the envelope. Vehicle safari can, on occasion, feel rather perfunctory, like the guides are just going through the motions. There also seems to be a general resistance to doing full day vehicle safaris in most lodges, which we think are essential to gain a proper feel for the place. We are not saying that there aren't good guides in the Selous, but in our experience they tend to be the exception rather than the rule. We have been assured by some of the best lodges that a lot of work has gone into improving the guiding, so we hope to be able to confirm this in the near future.

Because 95% of the reserve is dedicated to hunting, the animals, which cross unknowingly from one area to the next, are naturally more skittish. When a buck high-tails at 300 metres you can be sure it has grown up in an environment where high-powered rifles are in common usage. Fortunately a lot of animals have figured out its best to stick to the photographic areas and these tend to be pretty relaxed around vehicles.

Poaching is also a major and increasing problem in the Selous, most notably of elephants, which are being slaughtered here in frightening numbers.

These fertile areas attract large concentrations of wildlife, especially during the long Jun-Oct dry season.

The riverine areas are surrounded by vast arid hinterlands and woodlands with much lower wildlife densities.

There is a wide range of herbivores including elephants, buffaloes, giraffes and many species of antelope.

Predators include decent populations of lions, leopards and spotted hyenas.

Elusive African wild dogs are regularly sighted around the central lake network.

Vehicle safari is the main activity, often punctuated by picnics and sundowners.

Some camps also offer modest walking safaris, but these rarely include deliberate approaches to lions and elephants.

Motorboat safari is a real highlight in Selous and tends to produce some really strong sightings.

Largely due to time spent out on the river, the birding here can be very strong and varied.

Some camps are also able to offer bivouac camping in remote locations.

Selous contains several good small lodges which focus on offering quality safari experiences.

Although the focus is very much on authenticity, the camps are not without their comforts.

Access is usually by light aircraft from Arusha, Serengeti, Ruaha, Dar es Salaam or Zanzibar.

The area is usually best for wildlife during the May-Oct dry season, but there are good reasons to visit during other months.

The main potential downsides are the severe poaching pressure, high costs, traffic clustering and the more challenging climate year round.

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3 day / 2 night safari, selous game reserve, itinerary: 3 day fly-in safari to selous, tour ref: ssnt - fly n-safari.

Fly into the awe-inspiring wilderness of the Selous Game Reserve, a vast expanse of untouched Africa, home to great herds of elephant, wildebeest, sable antelope and much more including the endangered wild dogs and the rare black rhino. The Rufiji River attracts an abundance of wildlife from hippos and crocodiles to carmine bee-eaters and diverse bird life. In the Selous, you are truly away from it all, in an exciting discovery of the authentic Africa.

Flight Arusha to Selous Game reserve, arrive lunch time, afternoon game drive, overnight Rufiji River Camp.

Fly from Arusha to the Selous Game reserve, enjoying birds-eye-views of herds of animals grazing, winding rivers, and vast stretches of endless bush. After lunch on arrival head out to discover the magic of the Selous up close with an afternoon game drive, before returning to Rufiji River Camp, where we’ll be staying for both nights. Watch hippos and crocodiles lazing on the sandbanks from your private verandah outside your comfortable tent, before enjoying a fabulous dinner.

The next day choose from three enticing options:

• head out for a walking safari, where you at one with the bush and encounters with animals are even more thrilling;
• enjoy another game drive to see as much wildlife as possible; or
• float down the river on a boat safari, where the animals come to drink at the water’s edge, and crocs and hippos are ever present.

Relax in between activities at the Rufiji River Camp where all meals are served with entrancing views over the river.

After breakfast drive to Airstrip for your return flight to Dar es Salaam.

3 Day / 2 Night Fly-in Tented Camp Safari - From US $1750 / per person sharing Note: All prices are subject to change. We try to keep our prices up-to-date, but Taxes & Park fees change frequently. Your Safari Consultant is available for free for advice and an accurate quote.

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The Selous Game Reserve is the largest protected game reserve on the African continent covering an area of 54,600 square kilometers comprised of a vast wilderness with forests, grassy plains, mountains and open woodlands. This reserve was named after Frederick Selous Courtney who was a great Hunter and explorer. Selous Safari Holidays are highly recommended as in size this reserve is twice the Serengeti National Park in Tanzania and three times Kruger National Park in South Africa. This reserve was established in 1922, and in 1982 it was declared a UNESCO world heritage site thanks to its rich diversity of wildlife and uninterrupted nature. The Tanzanian national park authority (TANAPA) in 2019 proposed and declared a change of identity of the northern sector of this reserve such that it is known as The Nyerere National Park as a way of honoring President Julius Nyerere who was the first president of Tanzania. Today the boundaries of this Nyerere National Park are being properly established but according to sources it is believed that this park will encompass the photographic sector in the northern part of the reserve and stretch out all the way to the wilderness area of River Rufiji to the south. See how much a Tanzania safari costs .

Where is Selous Game Reserve Located?

The reserve is located in the southern part of Tanzania along the southern Tanzania safari circuit and offers the best escape from the large tourist crowds in the northern safari destinations like Serengeti while offering you a remarkable wildlife experience. It is considered to be among the hidden gems in the county and offers a wide range of Selous Game Reserve Camps for accommodation. The reserve is located about 219 kilometers from the busy city of Dar es salaam and may take about 4 hours drive. Selous Game Reserve has a new name, Nyerere National Park Tanzania .

Regions of Selous Game Reserve

Selous Game Reserve is crossed by River Rufiji (which is the largest river in the country) in the center and forms a network of swamps, channels and lakes to create a very unique ecological system. The reserve is separated into 2 major sections by the river which are the northern and southern Selous. The Northern Selous: this region covers just about 5% of the total area of the reserve and hunting is completely prohibited in this area which has been exclusively set aside for photographic safaris. See, the best time to visit . The southern Selous : the southern part of the river is separated into various hunting blocks each covering an area of approximately 1,000 square kilometers however we emphasize that we do not operate or even support wildlife hunting.

Wildlife in Selous Game Reserve

There are a number of wildlife   mammals found within this national reserve among which are: approximately 145,000 buffalos, 4,000 Lions, 100,000 wildebeests, large hands of giraffes, 35000 zebras, 40000 hippos, 250,000 impalas, large numbers of Lichtenstein’s hartebeests, waterbucks, elands and bushbucks, in addition to leopards, crocodiles and hyenas. Furthermore this is among the few wildlife sanctuaries on the African continent where you will find the puku antelopes the African wild dogs as well as the sable antelope. Previously the Selous was home to a very large number of elephants but because of excessive poaching these numbers have greatly reduced and all these can be seen during the game drives on the Selous Safari Holidays .

Birds in Selous Game Reserve

This game reserves is home to over 445 different birds species and these have been recorded to live in the various habitats within the reserve for instance along the lake areas are the giant kingfishers, the pink backed pelican as well as the African skimmer; along the sandbanks you will see the white-fronted bee-eater, fish eagle, carmine, ibises and palmnut vultures. The purple-crested turaco, yellow-billed stork, trumpeter hornbill, white-crowned spur-winged plovers, malachite kingfishers and various small waders are among the other water birds, as well various migrant species all visible

Things to do in Selous Game Reserve

during your Selous Safari Holiday there are a number of different activities you can engage in that will surely offer you a very memorable experience while in Africa as highlighted below.

Walking safaris

A safari in the Selous will not be considered complete unless you engage on one of the guided walking tours conducted here. You will get an opportunity to enjoy an up-close encounter with Mother Nature as you appreciate the beauty and serenity of this remote but beautiful reserve.

Bird watching tours

With a bird list of more than 400 bird species holidaymakers interested in bird watching will surely not be disappointed while in the Selous. these guided tours will give you an opportunity to see different species including the giant kingfishers, pink backed pelican, African skimmer, white-fronted bee-eater, fish eagle, carmine, ibises, white-crowned spur-winged plovers, palmnut vultures, purple-crested turaco, yellow-billed stork, trumpeter hornbill and malachite kingfishers among others.

Boat Safaris

Boat safaris in the selous offer holidaymakers and an opportunity to explore the different water channels including lakes, River Rufiji and the smaller channels during which you will see various wildlife including hippos, bird and crocodiles.

Game Drives

Game drives are conducted early in the morning as well as in the late afternoon and these are normally conducted in open roof safari cars to offer tourists the most rewarding views of the animals. The park ranger guides are very knowledgeable about the best places the animals and they will lead you to those places.

Selous Fly-camping Tours

For the more adventurous holidaymakers, you can set out on the selous fly-camping safaris which are organized by a number of camps. These adventures involve sleeping out in the African wilderness in basic tents under a mosquito net. These adventures are more suited for tourists who can do without so much comfort.

Hot Air Balloon Safaris

In Tanzania Hot Air Balloon Safaris are conducted only in the renowned Serengeti National Park found on the northern safari circuit as well as in the vast Selous Reserve in the southern part of the country offering visitors an aerial view of the plains below as you marvel at the different wild animals in the reserve.

How much is a Selous Game Reserve Safari?

A safari to Selous costs between $500 and $1500 per day/night per person. Generally speaking the cost of a Selous Safari will greatly be determined by the type of accommodation you will be staying at, as well as the number of days you plan to spend on you Safari. On an overall basis, the accommodation prices within the Selous begin at $400 for each person each night in budget facilities and may go as high as $1,500 for each person per night in the luxury facilities. Additional factors that may affect the cost of your Safari include the different activities that you will be engaging in for instance a hot air balloon safari in the Selous which costs about $500.

What is the park entrance fee to the Selous Game Reserve?

The park entrance fees to the Selous where revised for both adults and children and currently adults pay $50 per day from $30 per day while children pay $30 over day for children. On the other hand, an extra $25 per day has been introduced in addition to the present concession fee.

How to get to Selous Game Reserve

By air transport: Selous Game Reserve can easily be accessed by air transport with any of the local aircrafts connecting from Ruaha as well as Dar es Salaam. It is about a 90 minutes flight from Ruaha and 45 minutes flight from Dar es salaam City.

By road transport: Can also be accessed by road with a trip connecting from Dar es salaam which made follow the normal safari route through Mikumi National Park and then you can reach the park through Matambwe Gate. This journey which could take about 4 hours covering a distance of 220 km is another option.

By railway transport : on a railway system using the Tanzania Zambia railway AZARA begins from the Dar Es Salaam and takes you across the wilderness all the way to Matambwe

Where to stay in Selous Game Reserve / Nyerere National Park Tanzania?

There are a number of types of accommodations offered with the Selous varying from the budget safari Tanzania , to, mid-range and then the luxury safari facilities. Below we have highlighted some of the best Accommodations you can stay at. Siwandu Camp Formerly known as the Selous Safari Camp, this was the very first safari camp in the Selous to offer luxury accommodations in this part of the reserve. It offers a accommodation in 13 rooms and its great location offers its guest an opportunity to enjoy the beautiful scenery and landscape to the fullest. Its an ideal location for a photo safari in Tanzania . This beautiful facility offers value for money and will surely satisfy every desires of a traveler will to spend some extra dollars on their accommodation. Lake Manze Camp Comprised of 12 well furnished beautiful tenets, the mid-range Lake Manze Camp is situated within the prim areas for wildlife viewing the Selous Game reserves along the shores of Lake Manze after which it was named. It will offer you comfort and exclusive service Beho Beho Located within the cooler Selous highland in the northern part of the Game reserve, this facility was the very first luxury facility to be established in this part of the Selous. It offers accommodation in 8 permanent bandas constructed using stone and each cottage has a thatched roof to offer its guest a true African ambience. Sand River Selous The Luxury Sand River Camp is located on the banks of River Rufiji the lifeline of Selous Reserve. Guests here will enjoy an idyllic ambience from where they can base to explore this vast wilderness. All its rooms are built with stone and have a thatched roof. It offers a variety of accommodation options including 5 standard cottages, 2 suites and a honeymoon cottage (the Rhino House) It also has great options for a family safari in Tanzania . Sable Mountain Lodge This budget lodge is found just outside Matambwe Gate in the northern region of the Selous Game Reserve, it is a good base for safaris continuing to Mikumi as well as Morogoro as well as those arriving in the park by train. This intimate camp offers good hospitality and it offers 8 stone cottages, 3 tented bandas that are raised in high wooden platforms offering sweeping views of the neighboring area.

Selous Game Reserve Packages 2020 / 2021 / 2022

3 Day Fly in Safari to Selous Game Reserve Day 1: Zanzibar / Dar Es Salaam Day 2: Selous Game Reserve Day 3: Zanzibar / Dar Es Salaam Average Cost: $ 1,162 per person

7 Day Wild South Selous, Ruaha Day 1: Dar Es Salaam Day 2-3: Selous Game Reserve Day 4-6: Ruaha National Park Day 7: Dar Es Salaam Average Cost $3,900 per person

Other Destinations & African Safaris

Visiting Tanzania for great wildlife experience is very rewarding. There are various safari options that you can choose, for example you can take on the wildbeest migration safari which happens between July to September. You may visit Rwanda and Uganda for gorilla trekking safaris .  Kenya for wildlife tours in Masai Mara.

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Tanzania's true wild side is in its southern reaches, where legendary wildlife reserves like Ruaha National Park and the great Selous (now Nyerere National Park) stretch for thousands of square miles relatively undisturbed by human activity. Selous and Ruaha have been protected for more than a hundred years and they shelter globally important populations of wildlife: massive prides of lions (10 percent of Africa's lions reside here), plenty of crocodile, lion, leopard, cheetah, hippo, elephant, black rhino, buffalo, and more than 400 bird species. And southern Tanzania is absolutely the best place in Africa to watch packs of African wild dogs on the hunt. Yet these remote reserves see a fraction of the tourists that visit the northern parks! With our long-time Tanzania safari leader Goodluck Urassa, we'll set off for exciting game drives, off-road tracking, bush walks, river safaris, and even a rainforest hike. Urassa is known for his keen spotter's eye and extensive knowledge of African wildlife, and he'll be joined by local guides at all our camps. We'll explore Nyerere National Park, Tanzania's second largest wildlife sanctuary, watered by the photogenic Rufiji River, Mikumi National Park, with its plains game and African hunting dogs, and the immaculate rainforest of the Udzungwa Mountains National Park, home to a wide array of endemic birds and plants—and even two endemic species of primates! Our grand finale finds us in immense Ruaha National Park, Tanzania's best kept secret, with 7,800 square miles of wildlife-rich wilderness spanning both the eastern and southern African biomes. There are but a handful of safari camps in this vast region, and we've chosen the most comfortable and best located ones, where we'll enjoy a warm welcome. Join us for an unforgettable off-the-beaten-path safari!

Arrive: Dar es Salaam, Tanzania

Depart: Dar es Salaam, Tanzania

• Safari in the less-traveled wildlife reserves of southern Tanzania, with fantastic elephant herds, plenty of lion prides, leopard, hyena, hippo and huge Nile crocs
• Discover Ruaha National Park, Tanzania's best-kept secret, a kingdom of predators and home to 12,000 elephants
• Explore Nyerere National Park (“the Selous”), an oasis for wildlife and the best place in Africa to spot endangered African wild dogs
• Hike in the Udzungwa Mountains, a biodiversity hotspot of virgin forest full of primates and birdlife
• Enjoy 4WD exploration, walking safaris, river safaris, and a rainforest hike
• Stay in remote safari camps where you'll see abundant game and few other safari-goers

Dates & Pricing

Pricing below is per person and based on double occupancy. The earlier you book, the more choice you’ll have. WT also has the most generous cancellation and transfer policies in the industry, we make it easy if you change your mind. Have a small group of your own? Take over an existing date or choose your own. You’ll have your own private guide–and the adventure–all to yourselves!

Payment & Cancel Schedule

At time of reservation: $600 90 days prior to departure: Balance

Cancellation & Transfer Schedule

Up to 91 days prior to departure: No Charge! 61-90 days prior to departure: 25% of trip cost 46-60 days prior to departure: 50% of trip cost 45 days or less: 100% of trip cost

• Expert leadership of a Wilderness Travel Trip Leader and local guides
• Accommodations in safari camps and hotel
• All meals included except 1 lunch and 1 dinner as indicated in Detailed Itinerary
• A glass of wine or beer with dinner
• All ground transportation and baggage handling from meeting until departure
• All activities as indicated in Detailed Itinerary

Not Included

• Travel to and from the arrival and departure location as indicated in Detailed Itinerary
• Additional hotel nights outside the trip's scheduled dates
• Optional gratuities to Trip Leaders or staff
• Optional travel insurance
• Other expenses of a personal nature (some alcoholic beverages, laundry, etc.)

Accommodations

Scroll through our signature accommodations for this trip below. Although it is highly unlikely, we may make substitutions when necessary.

Salaam Serena Hotel

Dar es Salaam, Tanzania

Day 1 (1 night)

Roho ya Selous

Nyerere National Park, Tanzania

Days 2-4 (3 nights)

Vuma Hills Tented Camp

Mikumi National Park, Tanzania

Days 5-6 (2 nights)

Hondo Hondo Camp

Udzungwa Mountains National Park, Tanzania

Days 7-8 (2 nights)

Jabali Ridge

Ruaha National Park, Tanzania

Days 9-11 (3 nights)

Trip Leaders

Wilderness Travel Trip Leaders have a passion and a joy for creating an unforgettable journey. We are extremely proud of them and the incredible travel experiences they make possible. For more information, including client comments about them and which specific trips they will be leading, please click on their profiles below.

Goodluck Urassa

What the Trip is Like

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2 DAYS SELOUS SAFARI TOUR Tour Summary ▪ Mid-range tour: Uses accommodation located 6km outside the park. ▪ This tour starts and ends in Zanzibar. ▪ Activities: 2 Game drives, boat safari and bush walks (Inside the park) ▪ Shared tour: This tour will be shared with other guests; exclusive private tours can be organised at extra cost. ▪ Departure/ Arrival: From Zanzibar at 06:00/07:35, arrival time in Selous at 06:30 / 08:20 ▪ Departure/arrival: From Selous at 16:00, arrival time in Zanzibar at 17:00

Day 1: Zanzibar to Selous – Game Drive and Sunset Boat Safari In the morning, you will start your safari in Zanzibar, flying in a light aircraft to the Selous, one of Africa’s most significant game reserves. On arrival at Mtemere airstrip in Selous, our driver guide will meet you for greetings and a briefing about your tour plan. Game drives are the best way to explore more giant games, including Predators. In addition, the Selous is home to the largest population of wild dogs in Africa, which are a real highlight if you are lucky enough to encounter a pack. You will start game drives with picnic lunches until the afternoon; you will return to the camp and relax for one hour, then depart for an afternoon boat safari. The boat safari is superb in the afternoon, watching wildlife come to the water’s edge to drink and getting close to bird colonies, hippos and crocodiles. Finally, you will return to the camp and relax at the fire bonfire, dinner and overnight.

Day 2: Bush Walks, Game Drives and Afternoon Departure to Zanzibar Wake up early for tea or coffee, then depart for guided bush walks inside the park, an exciting chance to get close to nature and the best way to learn the details of the African bush. Walking along the firmed trail through the African bushes on foot brings about a new way of appreciating the natural environment. You will return for breakfast, then depart for a game drive exploring the game-rich areas in the park, driving through the savannah and along the river and lakes; these are ideal game-rich areas of Lake Manze, Siwandu, Nzelekela and Tagalala. Animals are expected, including elephants, giraffes, lions, buffalos, zebras and even rare African wild dogs. You will enjoy a picnic lunch at lunchtime in a beautiful location with a clear view of the park. After the lunch break, you will proceed with your journey sightseeing the African bushes. In the afternoon, you will return to the airstrip for your scheduled flight to Zanzibar.

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AFRICA SAFARI CAMP SELOUS /  SELOUS SAFARI LODGE / NYERERE TENTED CAMP / SELOUS KINGA LODGE

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• Selous Game Reserve

The Retreat-Selous

Diese neue Luxus Lodge liegt als einzige aller übrigen Camps im Selous direkt am Ruaha Fluss, völlig alleine und abgeschieden im Nordwesten des Game Reserve. Die Lage – zugleich direkt am Fluss, wie aber auch auf einem kleinen Hügel – ist einzigartig und der 360 Grad Rundblick über die Buschlandschaft spektakulär.

Beim Bau der Anlage sind sowohl der geschichtliche Hintergrund, als auch bei der Auswahl der Materialien – sowohl in der Einrichtung, als auch beim Bau selbst – die 5 Elemente und Prinzipien von Feng Shui berücksichtigt worden. Dies gibt der Anlage zusätzlich zum Natur- und Tiererlebnis eine spezielle Atmosphäre mit Licht und Schatten, Luft und Wasser, Nähe und Distanz Möglichkeiten. Das Wiederentdecken der Sinne, wie aber auch das Baumeln lassen der Seele durch das Konzept der Anlage inmitten einer unberührten Natur mit Tierbeobachtungen ist auch das Ziel des Retreat.

Im Fluss sind sicherlich 500 Hippos gut zu beobachten und ein Rudel von wilden Hunden ist immer wieder zu Besuch unterhalb der Lodge. Bei Ausflügen zu Fuß, mit offenem Geländewagen oder mit dem Boot kann die dichte Wildtierpopulation und Vogelwelt bestens beobachtet werden.

Mit einem Kleinfulgzeug benötigen Sie ca. 1 Stunde von Dar es Salaam zum Simbazi Airstrip. Dort werden Sie von offenen Geländewagen abgeholt zu einer ersten Pirschfahrt von ca. 20 min. entlang des Ruaha Flusses bis Sie an der Lodge angekommen sind. Die Anreise ist auch möglich mit Auto (ca. 10 Stunden von Dar es Salaam via Morogoro) oder mit der Tazara (chinesische Eisenbahn) bis zur Station Kizaki. (4 Stunden Zugfahrt mit anschließender 3 stündiger Autofahrt)

The Retreat Selous ist unterteilt in 4 verschieden Einheiten:

1. The Retreat Deluxe 2. The Retreat River Suites 3. The Hippo Point 4. The Spa

1. The Retreat Deluxe Die Deluxe Version besteht aus einem großzügigen Haupthaus und 6 Zelten auf dem kleinen Hügel.

Unterkünfte 6 Deluxe Zelte sind im Osten und Westen des Haupthauses auf dem höchsten Punkt des Hügels auf 100m² Teakplattformen aufgestellt. Der Abstand von Zelt zu Zelt ist ca. 50 m und die Aussicht über Fluss und Landschaft traumhaft. Jedes der Zelte ist zusätzlich mit einem Palmdach überdacht. Die Inneneinrichtung ist luxuriös und sinnlich: Antike Betten entweder aus Zanzibar, aus Trommeln hergestellt oder aus ehemaligen Unjagobetten der Makondes. Waschbecken aus verschiedenen Halbedelsteinen wie Amethysten, Rosenquarzen etc. Vorhänge und Moskitonetze aus Seide, Ventilatoren aus Mangoholz und Duschbecken aus Regenbogensandsteinen.

Jedes der Zelte verfügt über eine offene Veranda mit Sitzgelegenheit und einem individuellen Kaffeetisch aus Marmor mit Einlegearbeiten aus Halbedelsteinen und eine zusätzliche überdachte aber offene Bademöglichkeit mit einer handgeschmiedeten Metallbadewanne entweder aus Kupfer oder aus Messing. Warmwasser wird durch eine Solaranlage hergerichtet. Alle Textilien sind exklusiv und handgefertigt. Die Seifen und Badeartikel sind aus Madagaskar und natürlich aus Früchten hergestellt.

Haupthaus Im Haupthaus gibt es einen großen Infinity Pool, in dem das Gefühl entsteht, dass Sie zusammen mit den Hippos im Fluss schwimmen, während Sie einen kühlen Drink zu sich nehmen. Im zum Fluss offenen Hauptgebäude kann man im Schatten lesen und Tee trinken und findet dort auch bei einem Regenguss guten Schutz. Auf der grossen Dachterrasse mit 2 separaten Türmen gibt es verschiedenste Terrassen mit großen Bänken mit bequemen Kissen zum Ausruhen und zur Tierbeobachtung.

Bar und Restaurant Die exzellente Küche ist international und afrikanisch inspiriert. Verwendet werden ausschließlich frische und lokale Produkte. Vegetarische und religiöse Ansprüche können erfüllt werden.   Die Küche steht unter der Supervision eines 3-Sterne Koches aus der Schweiz.

Die vielen großen und kleinen Terrassen mit den 2 Türmen bieten eine Vielzahl an Essensmöglichkeiten privat oder in Gruppen. Entsprechend können die Mahlzeiten fast überall eingenommen werden. Je nach Wetter und Sonnenstand werden Frühstück, Mittagessen und Abendessen jeweils anders arrangiert. Daneben besteht die Möglichkeit zu einem Busch-Frühstück, einem Busch-Lunch oder einem Busch-Dinner, wo Köche unter dem offenen Himmel exquisites Essen direkt frisch zubereiten.

Eine große Bar im ersten Stock des Haupthauses, mit Möbeln hergestellt aus dem Holz von alten Segelschiffen (Dhows) aus dem ostafrikanischen Handel bietet Gelegenheit zur Diskussion mit anderen Gästen oder einfach zum Genuss eines Drinks, z.B. beim Beobachten des Sonnenunterganges.

2. The Retreat River Suites Es gibt 3 Luxus River Suiten (Nyati, Tumbili and Wilderbeest) direkt und teilweise sogar überlappend am Ruaha Fluss. Jede dieser Suiten besteht aus einem überdachten Deluxe Zelt auf einer 100m² Teakplattform, entsprechend den Zelten auf dem Hügel, jedoch mit einer zusätzlichen ca. 50 m² großen, überdachten Relaxplattform mit einem privaten kleinen Schwimmbad und Liegeflächen.

Daneben wurde am Fluss die Simba Suite gebaut, welche sowohl als Honeymoon Suite, aber auch als Familien Suite genutzt werden kann. Die Simba (Löwen) Suite besteht neben dem Deluxe Zelt aus einer zusätzliche überdachten 100m² Plattform mit privatem kleinem Schwimmbad, Sonnenliegen und einem Zusatzzelt, welches entweder als Unterkunft für Kinder oder als zusätzlicher Wohnraum für Honeymoon Paare benutzt werden kann.

Entsprechend der Exklusivität der River Suiten, ist es möglich, dass die Gäste an der ebenfalls am Fluss liegenden Sunset Bar nicht nur Drinks, sondern auch Snacks zu sich nehmen können. Auch hier gibt es einen großen Infinity Pool von welchem man direkt Tierbeobachtungen machen kann oder einen überwältigenden Sonnenuntergang genießt.

3. Hippo point Für Familien, Honeymooners oder Menschen, welche vollständig privat und exclusiv den Selous genießen möchten, ist der Hippo point der richtige Ort. 2 km von der Hauptlodge entfernt und in einer Flussmündung des Ruaha liegend, bieten 2 River Suiten mit Deluxe Zelten, überdachten zusätzlichen Plattformen mit privaten kleinen Schwimmbädern und Sonnenliegen, eine private Bar an einem infinity Pool und ein privates Restaurant ein kleines Paradies. Ca. 50 Hippos können aus nur wenigen Metern Entfernung beobachtet werden. Ein 4 x 4 offener Vintage Geländewagen, ein Boot mit privatem Guide, ein privater Koch und Butler stehen exclusiv für die Gäste des Hippo points zur Verfügung. Der Hippo point kann entweder als einzelne Suite (für ein Paar ohne Kinder) oder komplett für Familien mit Kindern gebucht werden.

4. The Retreat Spa Im einzigen Spa des Selous Game Reserve können die Gäste entweder einen vollen Behandlungszyklus genießen mit z.B. einer Seifen-Bürsten Massage unter einem tropischen Regen, gefolgt vom Aufenthalt im Jacuzzi und z.B. einer Aromatherapie mit essentiellen Oelen, oder individuelle Behandlungen entweder im Spa oder auch in den Deluxe Zelten verbunden mit speziellen Bädern. Alle Produkte sind aus natürlichen Kräutern, Algen oder Früchten hergestellt.

Aktivitäten Ganz- oder halbtägige Pirschfahrten, Bootsfahrten oder walking safaris werden jeden Tag von erfahrenen Guides zusammen mit den Gästen zusammengestellt. Alle Geländewagen und Boote sind offen und mit Funktelephonen ausgerüstet. Auf den Walking safaris begleitet ein bewaffneter Scout zusammen mit dem Guide die Gäste.

Fly camping Ein sehr spezielles Erlebnis ist es, dem afrikanischen Busch durch ein   fly camping nahe zu kommen. Für die Gäste wird entweder nach einer walking safari, einem Bootstrip oder einer Pirschfahrt ein separates Camp mit einem durchsichtigen Zelt aufgestellt. Was kann es schöneres geben als nach einem Bad in einer Faltbadewanne und einem guten Essen am Lagerfeuer zu sitzen, über sich die Sterne des afrikanischen Himmels.

Kinder The Retreat freut sich über Kinder aller Altersklassen. Da die Zelte sehr weit voneinander entfernt sind ist auch für Gäste ohne Kinder Ruhe und Privatsphäre garantiert. Es ist jedoch empfohlen für Familien entweder die Familien river suite oder den Hippo point zu buchen.

Senioren The Retreat freut sich auch über Senioren. Da es möglich ist Tierbeobachtungen vom Haupthaus und speziell von den River suiten zu machen, kommen auch Senioren mit weniger Bewegungsdrang auf Ihre Kosten.

Logistik Wasser: Alles Wasser im Retreat stammt aus einem 100 m tiefen Bohrloch, welches mit einer Solarpumpe betrieben wird.

Elektrizität: Wird durch eine Kombination von Solar, Generator und Batterien betrieben. Der Hippo point ist gänzlich durch Solarenergie betrieben.

Kommunikation: The Retreat verfügt über ein Satelliteninternet, eine long- und short wave Funkverbindung und walkie-talkies für alle Zelte. Von beiden Türmen aus kann mit Mobiltelephonen (falls nötig) geroamt werden.

Notfallversorgung: The Retreat verfügt über eine vollständige Notfallversorgung, vergleichbar deren eines modernen   Ambulanzfahrzeugs   in Europa.

Preise Preise auf Anfrage. Die Preise beinhalten Transfer zu und vom Simbazi Airstrip, Vollpension, inkl. lokaler Getränke und einem Tischwein, 2 Aktivitäten pro Tag und Wäscheservice. Extra: Parkgebühren und sonstige Abgaben an den tanzanischen Staat sind extra. Ebenso zusätzliche alkoholische Getränke.

• Region:  Selous GR – Ruaha River
• Typ:  Zeltcamp
• Einheiten:  12 Suiten
• Kategorie: 4-  5 Sterne
• Erlebnis:  Fusspirsch, Game Drives & Bootstouren
• Preis:  ab 490 € pP

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Thinking of visiting Russia? When visiting such a famous city, one must, of course, visit the iconic landmarks first. Moscow has plenty of those, most of them in the center of the city, which is very well-planned for tourists. Once you’ve seen the sights that are on most travelers’ lists, it’s time to branch out and visit some of the lesser-known sites, and there are some fascinating places to see and things to do.

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1. The Red Square, Kremlin, And Surroundings

Red Square (Krasnya Ploshad) is the heart and soul of Russia, and where much of the country’s history has unfolded. This is the most famous landmark in Moscow and indeed the whole country, it’s an absolute must-do! The square is always full of people and has a rather festive atmosphere!

Saint Basil’s Cathedral

This is the famous church with the rainbow-colored, onion-domed roof. The cathedral was commissioned in the 1500s by Ivan the Terrible and according to legend, the Tsar thought it was so beautiful, that he ordered that the architect’s eyes be cut out afterward, so he could never build anything more beautiful! He wasn’t called Ivan the Terrible for no reason!

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Eternal Flame

There is an Eternal Flame in honor of an unknown soldier on the left side of Red Square. The hourly changing of the guards is worth seeing.

The Kremlin is the official residence of the Russian president. You can see it from the outside, or you can take an excursion to one of the museums located inside. This is the biggest active fortress in Europe, and holds a week’s worth of attractions! Once behind the 7,332-feet of walls, there are five squares, four cathedrals, 20 towers, various museums, and the world’s largest bell and cannon to see. Worth a special mention is the Armory Chamber that houses a collection of the famous Faberge Eggs.

Pro Tip: You can only go inside the Kremlin if you are part of a tourist group.

2. Bolshoi Theatre

Bolshoi Theatre translates to “The Big Theatre” in Russian, and the building is home to both the Bolshoi Ballet and Bolshoi Opera — among the oldest and most famous ballet and opera companies in the world.

Pro Tip: It’s hard to get an inexpensive ticket, so if you’re reading well in advance of going to Moscow then try buying tickets on the official website . Last-minute tickets cost around $250 per person. If this is out of your budget, about an hour before a performance, you can try buying a ticket at the entrance from a reseller. Most can speak enough English to negotiate the price.

Tour the Bolshoi Theatre: You can take a group guided tour of the Bolshoi Theatre which focuses on the history and architecture of the theatre and behind the scenes. There’s an English language tour that lasts 2 hours and costs around $300 for a group of up to six.

3. Luxury Shopping At GUM And TSUM

Russia’s main department store, GUM, has a stunning interior that is home to over 100 high-end boutiques, selling a variety of brands: from luxurious Dior to the more affordable Zara. Even if shopping is not on your Moscow to-do list GUM is still worth a visit; the glass-roofed arcade faces Red Square and offers a variety of classy eateries. TSUM, one of the biggest luxury malls in town, is right behind the Bolshoi and GUM. It’s an imposing building with lots of history, and worth a visit just for its design and its glass roof.

4. Christ The Savior Cathedral

This is one of Russia’s most visited cathedrals and is a newer addition to the gorgeous array of Muscovite cathedrals, but don’t let its young age fool you. After perestroika, in the early 90s, the revived Russian Orthodox Church was given permission to build a cathedral on this site. It did the location honors and built the largest temple of the Christian Orthodox Church. The façade is as grand as you’d expect, but it’s the inside that will mesmerize you, with its domes, gold, gorgeous paintings, and decor!

The cathedral is located just a few hundred feet away from the Kremlin and was the site of the infamous Pussy Riot protest against Putin back in 2012.

Pro Tip: Bring a shawl to cover your hair as is the local custom.

5. Gorky Park

Moscow’s premier green space, Gorky Park (Park Gor’kogo) is the city’s biggest and most famous park. There is entertainment on offer here for every taste, from outdoor dancing sessions to yoga classes, volleyball, ping-pong, rollerblading, and bike and boat rental in summer. In winter, half the park turns into a huge ice skating rink. Gorky Park is also home to an open-air movie theater and the Garage Museum of Contemporary Art. There is also Muzeon Art Park, a dynamic contemporary space with a unique collection of 700 sculptures. It is located right in front of Gorky Park.

6. Sparrow Hills Park

If you take a walk from Gorky Park, along the Moscow River embankment, you’ll end up in the city’s other legendary park, Sparrow Hills. Although the park doesn’t offer as many activities as its hip neighbor, it has a great panoramic view of the city

Pro Tip: You can take a free walking tour to all of the above attractions with an English-speaking guide.

7. River Cruising

One of the best ways to experience Moscow, and see all the famous landmarks, but from a different angle, is from the Moscow River. Take a river cruise. Avoid the tourist crowds. There are little nameless old boats that do the cruise, but if you are looking for a more luxurious experience take the Radisson Blu cruise and enjoy the sights with some good food and a glass of wine.

8. Metro Hopping

Inaugurated in the 1930s, the Moscow Metro system is one of the oldest and most beautiful in the world. Started in Stalinist times, each station is a work of art in its own right. I’d recommend touring the stations between 11 a.m. and 4 p.m. This way, you’ll be able to properly see it without the crowds. Ideally, I’d recommend taking a tour with a knowledgeable guide with GuruWalk, who will tell you stories of forgotten stations and how the history of the country is interconnected with the metro development. If going by yourself, then I definitely recommend checking out: Mayakovskaya, Ploschad Revolutsii, Kievskaya, Kropotkinskaya, Kurskaya, and Novoslobodskaya stations.

Visit the free Moscow Metro Museum: For real train enthusiasts, located in the southern vestibule of Sportivnaya station is a small free museum. Here you can take a peek into the driver’s cabin, see a collection of metro tokens from different cities, and see different models of a turnstile, traffic lights, escalator, and more.

9. Moscow State University View

In his effort to create a grander Moscow, Stalin had seven skyscrapers built in different parts of town; they’re called the Seven Sisters. The largest of these buildings and the one with the best view is the main building of the Moscow State University. Although this is a little outside the city center, the view is more than worth it.

10. Izmailovsky Market

Mostly known for the city’s largest flea market, the district of Izmaylovo is home to a maze of shops where you can get just about anything, from artisan crafts to traditional fur hats, handcrafted jewelry, fascinating Soviet memorabilia, and antiquities. It’s also one of Moscow’s largest green spaces. There are often no price tags, so be prepared to haggle a bit. Head to one of the market cafes for a warming mulled wine before continuing your shopping spree.

The History of Vodka Museum is found here, and the museum’s restaurant is the perfect place to sample various brands of the national drink.

Once you’ve covered the more touristy spots, Moscow still has plenty to offer, and the places below will also be full of locals! So for some local vibes, I would strongly recommend the spots below!

11. Moscow City

With a completely different vibe, Moscow City (also referred to as Moscow International Business Center) is like a mini Dubai, with lots of impressive tall glass buildings. Here is where you’ll find the best rooftops in towns, like Ruski Restaurant, the highest restaurant both in Moscow City and in Europe. Moscow City is great for crowd-free shopping and the best panoramic views of the city.

12. Tretyakov Gallery

Tretyakov Gallery started as the private collection of the Tretyakov brothers, who were 19th-century philanthropists. They gave their private collection to the government after their deaths. If there is just one museum you visit in Moscow, I recommend this one!

13. Tsaritsyno Museum-Reserve

Tsaritsyno was a residence of Catherine the Great more than two centuries ago. It became derelict during the Soviet era but has now been fully renovated. With its opulently decorated buildings, gardens, meadows, and forests, Tsaritsyno Park is the perfect place for a green respite in Moscow.

14. Kolomenskoye

A 10-minute metro ride from the city center is Kolomenskoe Museum-Reserve, where you can get an idea of what Russia looked like 200 years ago. You’ll find ancient churches (one dating back to the 16th century), the oldest garden in Moscow, and the wonderful fairytale wooden palace of Tsar Alexey Mikhailovich, father of Peter the Great.

15. Ostankino TV Tower

Built in 1967, Ostankino TV Tower was the tallest free-standing construction in the world at the time, it’s still the 8th tallest building in the world and the highest in Europe. It’s also the best observation deck, with a glass floor and 360-degree views. The speedy elevators take you 1,105 feet in next to no time.

Pro Tip: You need to book in advance; entrance is based on specific ticket times and the capacity is limited and only a certain number of tourists are allowed per day. Don’t forget your passport, you’ll need it to get through security.

16. Zaryadye Park

Zaryadye is a newly opened, landscaped urban park so new you won’t find it in a lot of tour guides. The park is near Red Square and is divided into four climatic zones: forest, steppe, tundra, and floodplains, depicting the variety of climatic zones in Russia.

These last three suggestions are a little quirky, but all are really worth checking out.

17. Museum Of Soviet Arcade Games

Release your inner child playing on 66 arcade machines from the Soviet era! What a great way to spend a couple of hours when tired of visiting museums and palaces. The staff speaks excellent English and are happy to explain how the games work.

18. Moscow Rooftop Tour

Take a 1-hour private Moscow rooftop tour with an experienced roofer. I can just about guarantee none of your friends will be able to say they’ve done it! For your comfort, I recommend wearing comfortable shoes. Take your camera, there are some amazing photo opportunities out there!

19. Sanduny Banya

This classical Russian bathhouse opened its doors in 1808 and is famous for combining traditional Russian banya services with luxurious interiors and service. If you enjoy spas and saunas, then you should experience a Russian bathhouse at least once in your life! Go with an open mind and hire a specialist to steam you as it’s meant to be done — by being beaten repeatedly with a besom (a leafy branch)! This is said to improve circulation, but is best done by a professional!

So there you have my list of things to do in Moscow. I could have gone on and on and on, but I didn’t want to try your patience! There are so many things to do in this vibrant city that you’ll definitely need to allocate several days for exploring.

Here are some other reasons to visit Moscow and Russia:

• 7 Reasons To Put Moscow On Your Travel Bucket List
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Born and raised in Sydney, Australia, before moving to Africa at the age of 21, Sarah Kingdom is a mountain climber and guide, traveler, yoga teacher, trail runner, and mother of two. When she is not climbing or traveling she lives on a cattle ranch in central Zambia. She guides and runs trips regularly in India, Nepal, Tibet, Russia, and Ethiopia, taking climbers up Tanzania’s Mount Kilimanjaro numerous times a year.