Selous Game Reserve

Selous Game Reserve

Selous Game Reserve
Area

54,600 km²

Selous Game Reserve
Visitors

1854

Selous Game Reserve
Weather

Hot

Selous Game Reserve
Establish

1922

Selous Game Reserve
Review

331

Selous Game Reserve
Rating

4.4

Overview

Selous Game Reserve is a hidden gem located in Southern Tanzania. Being home to elephant, wild dog, buffalo, hippo, crocodile and fantastic pride of lion, it is one of the favorite game viewing areas among visitors. The lakes and rivers of Selous are the lifeblood of the wildlife residing inside the park. Selous Game Reserve is Africa's largest game reserve covering around 45,000km² of wilderness, with grassy plains, open woodland, mountains and forests. The size of this park is around twice the size of Serengeti National Park and thrice the size of South Africa’s Kruger National Park. Getting the recognition of one of Tanzania's three World Heritage Sites, Selous is a wonderful place for wildlife enthusiast presenting an amazing introduction to well-preserved Africa. Tanzania’s largest river Rufiji flows in the heart of Selous Game Reserve. Witha network of lakes, swamps and channels, it contributes an outstanding ecological system in East Africa. Except these, Selous also attracts the attention of the guest offering the best walking safari, boat safari; fly camping safari and amazing photography opportunity.

The remoteness and calmness of the area attract the large mammal population to make their home. Buffalo, hippo and lion roam in a large population. Apart from these wildebeest, zebra, impala, giraffe, greater kudu, waterbuck, hartebeests and eland harbor in Selous. More than 440 bird species have been recorded in the Selous including pink-backed pelicans, African skimmers and giant kingfishers, white-fronted bee-eater colonies whilst pairs of fish eagle, palmnut vulture and ibises.

Selous Game Reserve
Selous Game Reserve
Selous Game Reserve

Best Time to Visit

Late June to October offers the best game viewing opportunity. As the period is dry, the vegetation becomes thinner and visitors can spot wildlife concentration near the water

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Selous Game Reserve

How To Go

You can entry to the land by Julius Nyerere International Airport, which is just outside Dar es Salaam. From Dar you can fly to Selous. Charter flights can be also booked by your tour operator

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Selous Game Reserve

Uniqueness

  • Hot volcanic springs, sporadic lakes and channels from the nearby rivers such as the Great Ruaha and Rufiji rivers
  • Wide variety of birdlife and wildlife watching opportunity
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Selous Game Reserve

Park Fees

USD 50 per adult, and an extra USD 25 per adult as concession fee making it a total of

USD 75 per adult, fees are charged for duration of 24 hours

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Activities

Selous Game Reserve
Walking Safari

Muster you courage and bike down the infamous "Death Road", which passes through 3 different climate zones and gives awe inspiring views of the Andes.

Selous Game Reserve
Boat safaris

Muster you courage and bike down the infamous "Death Road", which passes through 3 different climate zones and gives awe inspiring views of the Andes.

Selous Game Reserve
Nature Walk

Muster you courage and bike down the infamous "Death Road", which passes through 3 different climate zones and gives awe inspiring views of the Andes.

Selous Game Reserve
Fly camping trips

Muster you courage and bike down the infamous "Death Road", which passes through 3 different climate zones and gives awe inspiring views of the Andes.

Selous Game Reserve
Birding

Muster you courage and bike down the infamous "Death Road", which passes through 3 different climate zones and gives awe inspiring views of the Andes.

Selous Game Reserve
Game Drives

Muster you courage and bike down the infamous "Death Road", which passes through 3 different climate zones and gives awe inspiring views of the Andes.

Tanzania Travel Guide

About Tanzania
About Tanzania

The United Republic of Tanzania is a country in East Africa bordered by Kenya and Uganda to the north

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Best Time For Visiting Tanzania
Best Time For Visiting Tanzania

Tanzania is a huge country with much regional variation in geography and climate. There are mainly two

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Tanzania Travel Tips
Tanzania Travel Tips

Tanzania's unit of currency is the Tanzanian Shilling but credit cards are also accepted everywhere.

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Getting There
Getting There

Your entry point to the land is Dar-es-Salaam International Airport and Kilimanjaro International Airport

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Weather & Climate
Weather & Climate

The Average summer temperature in Tanzania is 18°C to 29°C and the Average winter temperatures

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People & Culture
People & Culture

Blessed with a wealth of wildlife and breathtaking landscape, Tanzania Culture and people have

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Tanzania Foods
Tanzania Foods

Tanzanian cuisine reflects both the country’s history and geography. Ingredients such as curry reflect

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