Formerly the northern part of Selous Game Reserve, Nyerere National Park is Tanzania’s largest National Park. Stretching over an impressive 30,893 square kilometres, the park is home to some of the world’s largest concentrations of wildlife, and the incredible diversity and sheer volume of animals draw visitors from around the globe. Travellers can look forward to spotting a wide collection of common and rare species including the famous Big Five, some rare species of antelopes like Roan Antelope, and large concentrations of elephant and hippos. Don’t miss the opportunity to take a boating safari on the exquisite Rufiji River, spot the endangered African wild dog, and enjoy a guided walking safari with a highly knowledgeable guide.
Nyerere National Park
Accommodation
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Azura Selous Luxury Tented Camp
For the ultimate African experience, visit Azura Selous Game Reserve in Tanzania. At Selous no detail is spared – from the intimate private meals to the absolute privacy ensured for each and every guest. Not to mention the main attraction, the beautiful array of wildlife from zebras to giraffes and elephants to hippos.
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Selous Riverside Safari Camp
Nestled within woodland along the banks of the great Rufiji River lies Selous River Camp, an enchanting safari camp tucked into the untamed African bush adjacent to the vast, unfenced Selous Game Reserve. The camp offers a choice of accommodation – simple for the budget minded traveller, and more comfortable, with ensuite bathrooms and beautiful…
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Siwandu
Deep in Tanzania’s Selous Game Reserve in a blissful setting on the shores of Lake Nzerakera, Siwandu is an extremely comfortable tented camp immersed in nature. Hippos, giraffe, elephant and myriad wildlife wander through camp and there is prolific birdlife. A Unesco Heritage site and one of the largest unspoilt wilderness areas in Africa.
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The Retreat Selous
The Retreat, situated in Northern Selous, is a luxurious 12-suite hideaway that offers guests complete seclusion in the heart of the African bush. The Selous Game Reserve is the largest protected wildlife sanctuary in Africa and is also known to be one of the “secrets of Africa”, boasting pristine wilderness and an utterly unspoiled environment.