3-Days Nyerere National Park from Dar es Salaam 2026-2027

3 Days Nyerere National Park (Selous) from Dar es Salaam Highlights:

• Day 1: Drive or fly from Dar es Salaam to Nyerere, afternoon boat safari on Rufiji River, lodge stay

• Day 2: Full-day game drive with picnic lunch, wildlife spotting, lodge stay

• Day 3: Early morning game drive, return to Dar es Salaam

• Wildlife: Elephants, hippos, crocodiles, lions, giraffes

• Comfort: Private 4x4 vehicle, lodges or tented camps

Overview

 
This 3-day safari to Nyerere National Park (formerly Selous Game Reserve) is a perfect short adventure into Southern Tanzania’s untamed wilderness. Departing from Dar es Salaam, you’ll travel into one of Africa’s largest protected areas, famous for its rich diversity of wildlife and unique landscapes. The park is home to elephants, lions, wild dogs, giraffes, zebras, crocodiles, and hippos, along with hundreds of bird species. A major highlight of this trip is the boat safari on the Rufiji River, where you’ll drift past hippos, crocodiles, and colorful water birds, enjoying the tranquil yet wild scenery. Game drives across the park’s open plains and woodlands give you the chance to spot large mammals, predators, and herds of grazers. You’ll stay in comfortable lodges or tented camps, enjoy freshly prepared meals, and be guided by an experienced safari driver who knows the area well. With both land and water safaris included, this short itinerary combines excitement, relaxation, and unforgettable encounters with nature, making it an ideal option for travelers with limited time who still want a deep safari experience in Tanzania’s southern circuit.

Itinerary

Day 1: Dar es Salaam to Nyerere National Park (Boat Safari)

Pick-up from your hotel in Dar es Salaam and drive (5–6 hours) or fly to Nyerere National Park. Arrive for lunch and check into your lodge/camp. In the afternoon, enjoy a boat safari on the Rufiji River, watching hippos, crocodiles, elephants, and water birds. Return for dinner and overnight.
Accommodation: Safari lodge/tented camp in Nyerere
Meals: Lunch, Dinner

Day 2: Full Day Game Drive in Nyerere National Park

After breakfast, set out for a full-day game drive with a picnic lunch in the park. Explore woodlands, grasslands, and riverbanks in search of elephants, giraffes, wild dogs, zebras, lions, and many bird species. In the evening, return to your lodge for relaxation, dinner, and overnight.
Accommodation: Safari lodge/tented camp in Nyerere
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 3: Morning Game Drive - Return to Dar es Salaam

Enjoy an early morning game drive before breakfast to catch animals when they are most active. After breakfast, begin your drive back to Dar es Salaam with packed lunch en route, arriving in the afternoon. Safari ends upon drop-off at your hotel.
Accommodation: Not included
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Includes

• Private 4x4 safari vehicle with English-speaking driver/guide
• Park entry fees (Nyerere National Park)
• 2 nights’ accommodation in lodges or tented camps
• Meals as listed (B=Breakfast, L=Lunch, D=Dinner)
• Bottled drinking water during safari
• Game drives and boat safari as per itinerary
• Pick-up and drop-off in Dar es Salaam

Excludes

• International and domestic flights
• Tanzania visa fees
• Travel and health insurance
• Alcoholic and soft drinks
• Tips for guide and lodge staff
• Personal expenses (laundry, souvenirs, etc.)
• Optional activities not listed in the itinerary