Nyerere National Park (Selous Game Reserve) – Tanzania
Welcome to Nyerere National Park
Welcome to
Nyerere National Park (Selous Game Reserve) – Tanzania
Nyerere National Park, formerly known as Selous Game Reserve, is one of the largest protected wildlife areas in Africa, covering over 50,000 km². Located in southern Tanzania, it is a UNESCO World Heritage Site 🌿, renowned for its vast, untouched wilderness, meandering rivers, and rich biodiversity.
Unlike the more visited northern parks, Nyerere offers a remote and pristine safari experience with fewer crowds, making it perfect for adventure travelers, photographers, and wildlife enthusiasts seeking tranquility and exclusive encounters with nature.
The park is crossed by the Rufiji River 💧, supporting hippos, crocodiles, elephants, and other wildlife, while open plains and woodlands are home to lions 🦁, buffalo 🐃, giraffes 🦒, and countless antelopes.
🐾 Wildlife You Can Spot
Big Mammals
🐘 African Elephants
🦁 Lions
🐃 Buffalo
🦒 Giraffes
🦓 Zebras
🦛 Hippos along rivers
🐆 Leopards
🐗 Warthogs
Other Animals
🐐 Antelopes: Impalas, Elands, Kudu, Hartebeest
🐒 Baboons & Vervet monkeys
🦜 Crocodiles 🐊 and Nile monitors
Birdlife
🦅 Fish Eagles, Eagles, Kingfishers
🦩 Flamingos in seasonal wetlands
🦚 Guinea Fowl, Storks, Herons, and hundreds of migratory species
🎒 Activities in Nyerere (Selous)
🚗 Game Drives
Morning and afternoon drives across savannahs, miombo woodlands, and floodplains
Track predators, elephants, and other iconic wildlife
🚤 Boat Safaris
Explore the Rufiji River for hippos 🦛, crocodiles 🐊, and birdlife 🦜
Sunset cruises for stunning photography 🌅
🏕️ Walking Safaris
Guided walks for an intimate safari experience
Learn about tracking, bush plants, and wildlife behavior
📸 Photography Safaris
Untouched wilderness perfect for wildlife photography
Dramatic landscapes, rivers, and sunsets
💬 Cultural Visits
Nearby communities offer insights into traditional fishing and local life
🗓️ Best Time to Visit
🌞 Dry season (June–October): Best wildlife viewing; rivers attract large animals
🌧️ Wet season (Nov–May): Green scenery, migratory birds, and newborn wildlife
🚗 How to Get There
🛣️ By Road: 7–8 hours from Dar es Salaam (off-road vehicles recommended)
✈️ By Air: Domestic flights land at nearby airstrips (Siwandu, Mtemere)
🛏️ Accommodation Options
🏨 Luxury lodges along the Rufiji River
🏕️ Tented safari camps in remote areas
⛺ Budget campsites for adventure travelers
🌅 Who Should Visit Nyerere
🐘 Wildlife enthusiasts seeking off-the-beaten-path experiences
📸 Photographers looking for pristine landscapes
🦓 Adventure travelers and walking safari lovers
💑 Couples seeking a remote, tranquil safari
🦜 Birdwatchers exploring rich ecosystems
✨ Marketing / Brochure Description
Nyerere National Park (Selous Game Reserve) is Tanzania’s ultimate wilderness destination. With sprawling savannahs 🌿, meandering rivers 💧, and abundant wildlife 🦁🐘🦒, it offers a pristine safari experience away from the crowds. Enjoy game drives 🚗, boat safaris 🚤, walking safaris 🥾, and capture unforgettable memories 📸 in one of Africa’s largest and most diverse protected areas.