Nyerere National Park — still widely known by its old name, Selous — is one of Africa’s largest and least-disturbed wildlife reserves, and it’s only a short flight from Zanzibar.
Inside, the savannah opens up into genuine big-game territory: giraffes, elephants, wildebeest herds, and if the day goes your way, lions or leopards moving through the grass. Zebras and buffalo are a near-certainty. It’s the kind of landscape that makes you understand why people fly across the world just to sit in a jeep and watch.
Given the flight logistics involved, we recommend booking this one a little further ahead so we can lock in the best routing for your dates.
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Start your day trip to Selous game reserve with a morning departure from Zanzibar with a flight at 08:05 am arriving in Selous game reserve at 08:55 am. Upon arrival at Stiegler's Airstrip, you will be met by a Driver Guide and proceed with packed Lunch for full-day game drive. Your day will be filled with exploring the park’s wildlife from your seat on an open-sided or open-roofed vehicle. This comfortable and privileged journey through the wild African bush is a chance of a lifetime! You can expect to see many African mammals, including elephant, giraffe, lion, buffalo, zebra, and even the rare African wild dog
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