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Private safari journey · Tanzania

2-Day Fly-In Safari in Tanzania’s Nyerere National Park from Zanzibar

Pair a two-hour boat safari along the Rufiji River with a morning nature walk covering up to three kilometres around camp.

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Duration
2 days
3 stops
Stays
1 stay
Guide price
From US$1,665
per person
Best for
Mid-range tour
Private tour

The journey

Journey overview

Embark on a 2-day adventure in Nyerere National Park (formerly Selous Game Reserve), known for its pristine rivers and diverse landscapes. Explore the park via game drives and scenic Rufiji River boat safaris, spotting elephants, lions, African wild dogs, hippos, crocodiles, and abundant birdlife. Note: Festive supplements are not included.

  • Activities: game drives, walking safaris (with an armed guide) & boat trip
  • Game drives: open-sided 4x4 vehicle & pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle
  • Getting around: open-sided 4x4 vehicle, pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle, minivan & air transfer International flights can be arranged A transfer from and back to the airport is included
  • Mid-range tour
  • Private tour
  • Can start any day
  • Can be customized
  • Suitable for solo travelers
  • Minimum age of 1 year

Availability

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Listing last checked on 28 Aug 2026

Journey route

Route

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Day by day

Your itinerary

01Day 1

Day 1

Zanzibar Island - Nyerere National Park-Full Guided Game Drive & Boat Safari

Depart your Zanzibar hotel at 04:30hrs for a transfer to the airport and your 07:00hrs flight to Mtemere Airstrip, arriving around 08:15hrs. Meet your driver-guide and head to camp before starting a morning safari in Nyerere National Park (Selous), exploring woodlands, savannahs, and riverine forests rich with wildlife such as elephants, lions, leopards, giraffes, wild dogs, hippos, crocodiles, and more. Pause for a scenic picnic lunch in the wilderness, then continue with a 2-hour afternoon boat safari along the Rufiji River, where you may see hippos, crocodiles, and animals gathering at the banks, with vibrant birdlife all around. Return to camp in the evening for dinner and a relaxing overnight stay under the stars, concluding the safari experience of the day.
  • Mid-range tented bush camp located inside Nyerere NP
  • Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included)
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
02Day 2

Day 2

Morning Nature Walk & Game Drives- Zanzibar Island

After Early Breakfast, proceed for a Morning Nature Walk covering up to 3 km around the camp. Unlike game drives, walking safaris reveal the bush’s hidden wonders: animal tracks, droppings, plants, and trees. Immerse yourself fully in the sights, sounds, and smells of the wilderness, an intimate, on-foot experience of nature at its finest. Thereafter proceed to airstrip for Departure for your Flight at 12:40hrs flight, arriving at 15:20hrs. Upon arrival in Zanzibar, meet your transfer driver and proceed to your hotel for relaxation, marking the end of an unforgettable adventures in the wild.
  • Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included)
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Stays

Where you will stay

Accommodation is subject to confirmation for your dates.

Rufiji River Camp Day 1 · 1 night

Rufiji River Camp

Nyerere National Park

Mid-range tented bush camp inside Nyerere NP

1 night Room confirmed with quote
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What’s included

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Included in this journey

  1. Park fees (For non-residents)
  2. All activities (Unless labeled as optional)
  3. All accommodation (Unless listed as upgrade)
  4. A professional driver/guide
  5. All transportation (Unless labeled as optional)
  6. All flights during the tour
  7. All Taxes/VAT
  8. Roundtrip airport transfer
  9. Meals (As specified in the day-by-day section)
  10. Drinking water (On all days)

Not included

  • International flights (From/to home)
  • Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
  • Tips (Tipping guideline US$15.00 pp per day)
  • Personal items (Souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees, etc.)
  • Government imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees

Rates and dates

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From

US$1,665

per person

Guide price

US$2,014 per person

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Journey details

Best for

Mid-range tour

Private tour

Journey pace

1 stay

1 night across 2 days.

Rooms

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Listing updated

28 Aug 2026

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Experiences on this journey

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