9 Hours
Daily Tour
5 people
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Selous Game Reserve is an immense area of protected wilderness that has remained untouched for thousands of years, explore this park on a day trip starting from Zanzibar or Dar es Salaam. The Selous is the largest game reserve and one of the favorite game viewing areas in Africa. Covering a total area of about 54,600 km2 (21,081 sq. miles), almost 6% of Tanzania’s land surface, is amongst the largest protected wet wilderness areas in Africa, “SELOUS GAME RESERVE” located in the South of Tanzania and four times the size of Serengeti. The Selous game reserve is the size of Switzerland.
Your day begins with an early morning flight from Zanzibar to Selous Game Reserve. Our driver will pick you up from your hotel in Zanzibar and drive you to Zanzibar Airport.
Upon your arrival at the airport, complete the check-in process and board your flight to Selous Game Reserve.
Upon landing at Selous, your experienced guide will lead you on a safari game drive through the reserve. Selous Game Reserve is known for its remarkable wildlife diversity, including lions, elephants, zebras, giraffes, and a multitude of bird species. Be prepared to witness the splendors of the African wilderness up close.
Recharge with a delicious lunch served amidst the beauty of the reserve, providing you with the opportunity to relax and refuel before continuing your safari adventure.
After a day filled with exploration and wildlife encounters, you’ll catch an evening flight back to Zanzibar, concluding your Selous Day Trip. Selous Game Reserve’s landscapes are stunning, with vast plains, lush woodlands, and the enchanting backdrop of the Rufiji River. Don’t forget your camera; there are countless photo opportunities
The best time for a day trip to Selous Game Reserve from Zanzibar is during the dry season, which usually falls between July to March.
Selous Game Reserve is home to the Big Five: lions, elephants, leopards, buffalo, and rhinoceros. While seeing all of them in a single day is less common, it’s possible to spot several of these iconic animals during your visit
Selous Game Reserve is renowned for its diverse wildlife, including giraffes, zebras, wildebeests, hippos, crocodiles, and a wide range of bird species. The reserve’s expansive landscapes and the picturesque Rufiji River are also common attractions
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