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Tanzania ~ Southern

The reserves of the south are large, remote and seldom visited. With plenty of game and a handful of lodges, they are redolent of the safaris of old, offering species not found in the north and a greater range of experiences, including boat safaris and walking tours.

Selous Game Reserve

Four times the size of the Serengeti, the Selous is the largest reserve in Tanzania. A vast network of rivers, lakes, woodland and savannah, it protects some 4000 wild dogs (half Africa’s population) and large numbers of elephant, hippo, giraffe, zebra, antelope, buffalo, and lion. The terrain is particularly suited to leopards which exist in greater numbers than lions, although seen less often.  As well as big game, the Selous has many smaller animals and over 350 species of birds.  The reserve is explored in small boats, open-sided jeeps and on walking safaris for a complete wildlife experience.

Rufiji River Camp
Quite a simple camp situated on the banks of the Rufiji River with large, palm-shaded tents with private facilities, mosquito nets and stunning views over the river which attracts many hippos and other wildlife.

Selous Riverside Safari Camp

Also located by the Rufiji River, this new luxury tented camp offers very spacious safari tents built on high wooden decking with magnificent views of the river and of the forest beyond. Each is beautifully furnished with en-suite bathroom. Facilities at the camp include swimming pool, lounge area, bar and dining room.

Sand Rivers Lodge
The most luxurious option for Selous, the lodge stands on a rocky outcrop in the isolated northern sector with spectacular views over the magnificent Rufiji River. It was built with flair and imagination entirely from local materials, and benefits from having a swimming pool.

 

 Ruaha National Park

Large, remote and off the tourist trail, this gem of a National Park has a landscape of river valleys, miombo woodland and grassy plains. Ruaha has been likened to the Garden of Eden, particularly during the rainy season when it comes alive with a profusion of butterflies, birds and wildflowers.  During the dry season the Ruaha River often reverts to sand with water running underground.  Large numbers of elephants come to dig for moisture resulting in waterholes which attract game animals and carnivores including lion, leopard and cheetah. The ranges of eastern and southern species overlap here to give a high biodiversity including roan and sable antelope, Lichtenstein’s hartebeest, lesser kudu, large herds of zebra, healthy populations of wild dogs and over 500 species of birds.

Mwagusi Safari Camp
A beautiful luxury game lodge of large thatched cabins with en suite facilities, tented bedrooms and large seating areas overlooking the Ruaha River affording fantastic doorstep wildlife viewing.  The food is superb, with dinner usually served alfresco in the bush by lantern light. With its knowledgeable guides, high levels of service and beautiful location, Mwagusi ranks as one of the best wildlife lodges in Africa.

Ruaha River Lodge
Situated by the Ruaha River, the lodge blends into its natural surroundings, engendering a feeling of being part of the wilderness. The stone and thatch bandas provide perfect bases in which to relax between bush excursions and observe animals descending from the hills to the river, the lodge has it all throughout the day.  A beguiling combination of comfort, setting, delicious food and excellent guides.

 

 

Tanzania's Southern Reserves with Exotic Zanzibar

We combine two remote, little-visited parks of Ruaha and Selous in the south with exotic Zanzibar in the Indian Ocean  to produce a well-rounded programme which provides a perfect balance of big game, sandy beaches, coral reefs, old architecture and African/Arabian culture.  You will benefit from accommodation of a high standard and the convenience of flying by light aircraft, thus keeping long road journeys to a minimum.  Find out more...

The Tanzania Explorer - by Tented Camp

Incorporating some of the most fabulous wildlife areas in Tanzania, this comprehensive itinerary stays well off the beaten track using small tented camps and, for the northern section, a private naturalist guide with 4x4 vehicle.  September and October aside, you will be well placed the rest of the year for the legendary wildebeest migration.  Experience a Tanzania tented camps safari in the style of a bygone era.  Find out more...

The Remote Wilderness of Western Tanzania

An extraordinary and unusual Ruaha, Katavi and Mahale safari in Tanzania’s remote west, a land of vast open plains, chimpanzee forests and very few tourists.  If prepared to invest a little extra time and energy to escape the main safari routes, one is richly rewarded with large amounts of plains wildlife and the thrill of close encounters with chimpanzees.  Time spent relaxing on Zanzibar rounds off an adventurous and exclusive wildlife experience.  Find out more...