The vast majority of Tanzania’s elephant herds live in one remote stretch of safari wilderness – the Selous Game Reserve. A feature of this Safari is the opportunity to participate in classic style game drives as well as boat and walking Safaris. Transportation from Dar es Salaam to Selous Game Reserve and back by airplane, therefore there is less travel time than some of the other Safaris.

Day 1: Dar es Salaam / Selous Game Reserve  

Pick up from Dar es Salaam city centre and transfer to Dar es Salaam Airport for departure on a scheduled flight to Selous Game Reserve. On arrival, you will be met by Rufiji River Camp’s representative and transferred to Rufiji River Camp for lunch. This evening, you will have the opportunity to participate in a game drive in the Selous. You will have dinner and overnight stay at Rifiji River Camp.

Day 2: Selous - Rufiji River Camp

Enjoy a full game viewing in the reserve. Participate in some classic – style game drives– exploring the bush in 4x4 vehicles. Waterbuck, southern reedbuck and bushbuck are common in Selous. Rare sable antelope, lion and greater Kudu also frequent this area. You will have your meals and overnight stay at Rufiji River Camp.

Day 3: Selous - Rufiji River Camp

After breakfast, accompanied by an armed ranger on a walking Safari in the Reserve. The sights and sounds (and smells) on a walking Safari are a special treat that will live long in your memory. The thrill of creeping up to animals to “shoot” them close ups with your camera is a great experience. In the afternoon, you will enjoy a boat Safari where you will explore the different channels and lakes of the Rufiji River System, surrounded by hippos and crocodiles. A large variety of herons, storks, ducks, stilts, and other water bird may be seen. And you will also see land mammals such as giraffes and elephants. You will have your meals and overnight stay at Rufiji River Camp.

Day 4: Selous Game Reserve

Enjoy a morning game drive in the Selous Game Reserve. Early lunch will be served at the camp, followed by your departure transfer to Dar es Salaam. Drop off in the city centre.