2 days Selous National Park Safari from Zanzibar

2 days Selous National Park Safari from Zanzibar

Overview

A 2 days Selous National Park safari from Zanzibar provides you with an insight into this park’s incredible gems. Also known to many as Nyerere National Park, Selous is situated in the southern region of Tanzania, 200-300 kilometers from Zanzibar. This national park opens the door to adventure for you through exploration on a full-day game drive. A boat cruise on the River Rufiji in the park is a perfect way to encounter the aquatic species there. Here is a detailed plan of what you can expect on this trip.

Full itinerary

Day 1: Arrival from Zanzibar, transfer to Selous National Park, and full-day game drive

Our driver picks you up within an hour of arrival for the 2 days Selous National Park safari from Zanzibar. A short interaction about what you are to do and expect on this trip will be recited to you. Drive to the lodge, check in, and receive your packed lunch. Head out for a full-day game drive in the beautiful Selous.

Explore the park as you spot a variety of wildlife species. These include a diversity; lions, hyenas, leopards, elephants, and buffaloes, to warthogs, giraffes, and wild dogs, among others. Have your packed lunch by noon as you enjoy the fresh, natural breezes of the park. Continue with your game drive in the afternoon, with further exploration of the treasures of Selous National Park. End your game drive by evening as you return to the lodge for dinner and rest.

Day 2: Boat cruise and departure

Wake up to a delicious early breakfast at your lodge. Drive to the River Rufiji, where you will take on a boat cruise adventure. This boat cruise highlights the aquatic life of Selous National Park. Commonly spotted animals include mammals like hippos and crocodiles with others like elephants, antelopes, and buffaloes along the banks having a drink. Adding to the species is scenic views of the park from inside the boat. Sights of the sun as it rises over the river create marvellous scenes.

Encounter the incredible bird species, some unique and not seen elsewhere in the country. Enjoy lunch back at your lodge and later check out. Drive to the airstrip for your departure flight. Now, this has brought your 2 days Selous National Park safari from Zanzibar to an end.