Overnight from Zanzibar

Nyerere two nights: river, bush and walking

Two nights in camp, with time for a boat safari, game drives and a walking safari.

Plan this safari See the plan

Duration2 nights

FlightAbout 45 to 60 minutes each way

Best seasonJune to October for the best game viewing

Best forKeen wildlife lovers, photographers, couples

Your flight path

DepartZanzibar About 45 to 60 minutes each wayNyerere National Park (Selous)

With two nights, Nyerere stops feeling rushed. You have time for the river, the bush and the quiet, and a walking safari with an armed ranger, which is one of the few places in East Africa where it is a main attraction.

This is a good fit for guests who want a real safari feel but cannot spare the days for the northern parks.

Highlights

Three game activities: boat, drive and walk
Time to follow the river and the lakes
Sunrise and sunset in the bush
A calmer, deeper safari rhythm
Return to Zanzibar for beach days

Day by day

How your safari unfolds

Timings are a guide. We confirm the final schedule with the flights available on your date.

Day 1
Fly in and boat safari
Fly from Zanzibar after breakfast, arrive for lunch and settle into camp. In the afternoon, a boat safari on the Rufiji River brings you close to hippos, crocodiles and birds.
Day 2
Game drive and walking safari
A dawn game drive, then breakfast. After a rest, a guided walking safari with an armed ranger reveals tracks, plants and smaller creatures. Sundowners follow.
Day 3
Last drive and return
One more early drive or boat trip, then breakfast and the flight back to Zanzibar, with a private transfer to your hotel.

What you may see

Wildlife

Sightings are never guaranteed, but your guide knows where to look and when.

Elephant

Often near the river

Hippo and crocodile

Along the Rufiji

Lion and leopard

With patience and a good guide

African wild dog

A Nyerere specialty

Giraffe, zebra, wildebeest

On the plains

Birds

Over 400 species recorded

What is included

Return flights from Zanzibar, as set out in your proposal
Private transfers between your hotel and the airport
Park entry fees and conservation fees
A licensed local guide and a safari vehicle or boat
Meals and drinks as listed in your day plan
A local planner on WhatsApp on the day

Not included

Tips for guides and camp staff
Travel insurance, which we strongly advise you to carry
Alcohol and drinks not listed
Personal spending and souvenirs
Any change of flights caused by weather or schedules (we help you rebook)

Good to know

Is a walking safari safe?

Yes. You walk with an armed ranger and a guide who read the bush closely, and follow clear rules.

Is this suitable for children?

Walking safaris usually have a minimum age. We check before booking.

Can I add a third night?

Yes. Tell us your dates and we adjust.

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