Tanzania Safari Options

Bird-watching National Parks
Of special interest in Selous is bird watching. Birds along Rufiji River can be divided into three major categories. There are those that feed in open water such as darters and ducks. There are those that hunt the river margins with specially adapted physiology such as herons, storks. Then there are birds that feed off the insects that rise from the water.
Game Drives
These are on offer to visitors to the Selous’ small and remote camps and lodges, with little chance of bumping into any sign of human life. During a game drive or walk one might be lucky enough to see a pack of African Wild Dog, disappearing throughout Africa but thriving in the Selous. These complex and fascinating mammals show little fear of vehicles, and it’s often possible to observe their intense social life from close proximity. In the tourist area the density of dogs is higher than anywhere else in Africa.
Selous Forest Walks
On entering the Park, it is possible to spot the wild animals in their natural habitants guided by trained guides who have a keen insight into the forests’ ecology. The main attraction of forest walks is the habitual chimpanzees (Selous forest walks are limited to six people per group). It is estimated that there are between 400 and 800 chimps in the park. Chimps prepare nests for themselves every night, weaving a simple mesh of branches into the fork of the higher branches of a tree.
Bush banquets
Enjoy exciting bush breakfasts, sundowners and romantic bush dinners with magnificent views over the Selous Game Reserve.
Boat Expeditions
Visitors are offered trips long the Rufiji River and the adjoining lakes where hippos, crocodile and a variety of bird species. The cruise up the river is a breathtaking experience, full of activity and surprises. Hippos are every where sometimes in large groups, at times alone, but always wary of the passing boat. Spot fishing facilities are also available.
Sports Fishing
The warm blue waters of Rufiji River pay host to a huge variety of species, a cast list that features pretty much all of the world’s major target species of game fish. Tanzania has a strong game fishing tradition, a tradition which is reflected in the large number of top quality boats and their thorough coastlines.
Walking safaris
Game viewing is usually at its best when walking especially when the animals are concentrating near Rufiji River. The chances of spotting lions are better just after sunrise then at other times. In summer, most of the game tends to lie up during the heat of the day, so the recommended times to set out on drives are the early mornings and late afternoons.

Best Time to Visit

The most pleasant time to visit the Selous is during the cool season from the end of June until October. The rainy season is from November to May. There is a dryer spell in January and February, and this is also a beautiful time to visit as the trees and flowers are blossoming and everywhere from the end of March to May, the reserve is inaccessible and the tourist camps are closed.