Explore Southern Tanzania
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Discover southern Tanzania’s vast wilderness area, noted for its striking topography and herds of elephant in some of the largest and least-visited parks. This tranquil combination never fails to impress. Southern Tanzania National Parks are far bigger and more remote that other well known National Parks in Tanzania, avoiding the crowds of wildlife spotters.
- Wildife Experience
- Bird watching
- Boat safaris
- Walking safaris
- Guided trek to the Sanje Falls
- Visit to the historical Isimilia historical site
- Experience one of world’s largest faunal reserves
- Delight in the remote Ruaha for pure off the beaten track experience
- Some of the largest elephant populations in Tanzania
The Selous Game Reserve is the largest protected game reserve on the African continent covering an area of 54,600 square kilometers comprised of a vast wilderness with forests, grassy plains, mountains and open woodlands. This reserve was named after Frederick Selous Courtney who was a great Hunter and explorer.
Selous Game Reserve
The remote and little-visited Selous Game Reserve covers more than 5% of Tanzania’s total area and is the largest of its kind in Africa. At an unbelievable 55,000 sq km it is almost twice the size of Belgium and four times larger than the famous Serengeti in the North. The landscape here has remained almost as it was before tourism began and the massive park has only a few accommodation options. The Great Rufiji River and its tributaries are the lifeblood of the reserve, creating a network of forests and woodlands around the lagoons, sandbanks and lakes with tall palm trees adding to the scenic splendour. Because of its size and remoteness, the reserve has over 2,100 species of plants, 350 species of birds, 60,000 elephant, 108,000 buffalos and an estimated 1,300 of the worlds’ roughly 4,000 remaining rare wild dogs, giving guests an opportunity to glimpse all of these exotic animals in true un-spoilt wilderness. Boating, walking safaris and fly camping are all available in the Selous.
Ruaha National Park
Following its recent expansion, Ruaha is currently East Africa’s biggest national park and the second-largest on the African continent. It is also Tanzania’s most sizeable elephant haven and home to a profusion of bird species, including kingfishers, plovers, egrets, hornbills and sunbirds. Crocodiles and hippos thrive in the Great Ruaha River, which flows along the sanctuary’s eastern border and in the dry season between July and November, animals flock to the last remaining water sources, presenting an exceptional wildlife spectacle. There are a number of accommodation options available but some close for the wet season in March and April.
Arrive Dar Es Salaam International Airport, clear customs immigration formalities, met and connect your Scheduled flight to Selous. On Arrival met by the Camp’s vehicle and transferred to Siwandu Camp or
Sheltered in a grove of palms on the shores of Lake Nzerakera, part of the watery byways of the Rufiji River system, Siwandu is perfectly situated within the prime game area to fully experience the abundant wildlife of Selous Game Reserve. Explore the breathtaking landscape by foot on our morning game walks, by 4WD vehicles with our expert driver guides and on the water with boat cruises on both the river and on the lake.
Broadly spaced along the lakeshore, Siwandu’s superbly appointed accommodation ensures maximum privacy and every opportunity to soak up the sights and sounds of the purest African bush. The ten spacious octagonal tents allows guests to observe animals as they saunter past while reclining on the majestic king sized bed under the overhead fan or from the open-air stargazer showers which adjoin the en-suite bathrooms.
For next 3 nights at Siwandu Camp experience the Selous National Park on morning and afternoon game drives.
After breakfast at Siwandu Camp you will betransferred to the Airstrip for a scheduled flight to Ruaha National Park. On arrival you will be met by the Camp’s vehicle and transferred to the Jongomero Camp.
Under the magnificent shade trees, on the banks of a seasonal river in the remote southern sector of the Ruaha National Park, Jongomero is gloriously isolated. Far from the madding crowds, this secluded idyll offers a chance to discover true unadulterated wilderness. On a sweeping river meander lies the camp bar, lounge and restaurant; an open wooden terrace shaded by a high thatched roof and filled with sumptuous sofas and striking furniture made of reclaimed dhow wood. After game experiences by vehicle and on foot laze around the elevated pool and enjoy the sights and sounds of being so close to nature. Accommodation at Jongomero comprises eight well-appointed tented suites with spacious private veranda and ensuite bathroom. Snuggle under warming quilts in an eight-foot wide dhow wood emperor bed and fall asleep to the hum of Africa beyond the canvas.
After breakfast you will be transferred to the Airstrip for scheduled flight to Dar Es Salaam Airport. Connect your outbound flight
The Explore Southern Tanzania experience takes you to the remote un-spoilt places with an abundance of wildlife. In order to reach these locations you will have to travel in light aircraft with limited baggage allowance.
Baggage Allowance
This is limited to 15Kgs per person for domestic flights, including hand luggage.
Soft sided bags are recommended for Safari in East Africa due to limited space on safari vehicles.
Baggage and personal effects are at owners risk throughout the tour and baggage’s insurance is highly recommended.
- Assistance at Dar Airport, transfers in Selous and Ruaha
- 03 Nights’ accommodation at Siwandu Selous – Package Full board accommodation (bed, 3meals), Guided Morning and evening shared game drives (or full day) in open 4WD, Tea and Coffee, Airstrip transfers, Concession fees.
- 03 Nights’ Accommodation at Jongomero Camp – Package Includes – Full board accommodation (bed, 3meals), Guided morning and evening shared game drives (or full day) in open 4WD, Tea and Coffee, Airstrip transfers ,
- Pack Entrance fees are includes
- Services of Camps & lodge English speaking guides during shared game drives.
Domestic Flights Included
- Flight Dar Es Salem to Selous
- Flight Selous to Ruaha
- Flight Ruaha to Dar Es Salem
- All Local &International Flights + Taxes
- Visas
- Walking safaris, bar drinks, gratuities, insurance, items of a personal nature
- Travel & Personal accident insurance
- Tips & personal expenses such as telephone calls…etc.
- Excursions not detailed in above program
This tour is recommended for all of the people, children below age of 6 are not recommended for this tour.
Suitable for ages 6 to 80
The tour is perfect for groups of people with age ranging between 6 and above