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Selous and Fanjove Island

Duration
11 Days
Price from
$6,162 pp.
Location
Tanzania, Africa
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Trip Highlights

  • Spend time relaxing on the exclusive Fanjove Island
  • Enjoy the peaceful solitude of Selous National Park
  • Incredible game viewing

What's Included

  • 10 nights accommodation
  • All transfers, guides, and activities specified as included
  • Domestic flight from Selous to Songo Songo

A stunning alternative to the Northern Tanzania Safari circuit

If you like off-the-beaten-track then this safari takes you to the quieter Selous Game Reserve followed by some beach time on a private island

We are really excited about this trip, as it provides a glimpse into a lesser known part of Tanzania – The Selous Game Reserve as well as the beautiful Fanjove Island both in southern Tanzania. Flying between destinations in light aircraft is an exciting way to get around and saves much travel time giving you more time in the bush or on the beach.

Trip Itinerary

Day 1 Selous Game Reserve

Staying at Rufiji River Camp

On arrival in to Dar Es Salaam you will take a short connecting flight (45 minutes) in a small aircraft to the Selous Game Reserve. This flight is beautifully scenic, providing a bird’s eye view of the reserve and the mighty winding Rufiji River that cuts through the landscape.

After landing you shall be greeted by a driver and taken to the wonderful Selous Riverside Safari Camp. At the camp, which is situated on the banks of the Rufiji River, you will be welcomed by their friendly staff and escorted to your luxury safari tent. Your tent will have en-suite bathrooms and your own veranda where you can see wildlife activity on the river.

Dinner will be served under the stars and then its lights out at 10pm to make sure you get a good night’s sleep for tomorrows adventures!

Day 2-4 Safari Fun

You will spend the next three days being immersed in the Selous Game Reserve, taking advantage of the scheduled 4x4 game drives, the guided walking safaris and the boat safaris that the Selous Riverside Camp has to offer. You usually have the option to do a morning and an afternoon activity, returning to the camp for lunch, however full day drives (with a picnic lunch) can be arranged.

Selous Game Reserve is the largest in Africa (twice the size of Belgium) but visitor numbers are much lower than the Serengeti, which ensures that you have a quieter, more exclusive safari experience. With an elephant population of 50,000 and approx. 5000 leopards in the park the Selous offers some of the best game viewing experiences in Tanzania.

After your day out on safari you can cool off in the swimming pool or relax on the deck, admiring the view with a drink in hand.

Day 5 Off to the beach

Day 6-10 On the beach

Day 11 Home Time

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Duration

11 Days

Location

Tanzania, Africa

Price from

$6,162 pp.

Price Includes

  • Accommodation and meals as listed
  • All activities, excursions and park fees as specified
  • All transfers and guides
  • Internal flights within Tanzania

Price Excludes

  • Single supplements
  • International flights to/from Tanzania
  • Activities, meals, and excursions not specified as included

Price is per person based on two people sharing, excluding international flights.

The trip includes all accommodations and activities specified above. Rooms and meals are as follows:

  • 5 nights at Rufiji River Camp, Selous National Park- full board.
  • 5 nights at Fanjove Island, Fanjove Island – full board.
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January

January is mixed when it comes to weather, temperatures rise whilst the chance of rain and humidity increases. It is still a good time to go, as the rates are lower yet the game viewing is still excellent.

  • During this time migratory herds are in the Serengeti for calving season, meaning the Ndutu plains are busy.
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February

The weather remains hot with a chance of rain in February.

  • Meanwhile in the Ndutu Plains the migration is still occurring.
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March

March is the calm before the storm, before heavy rains and humidity builds. Visitors can take great advantage of lower rates during the low season.

  • Migrating herds start to leave Ndutu, heading West towards Grumeti.
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April

April experiences continued periods of heavy rain, we would advise against travel due to the conditions.

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May

During may there is periods of heavy rain, we would advise against travel due to the conditions.

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June

June heralds the wet season, bringing lush green vegetation which can make spotting game more difficult. It is a particularly great time for birders as parks become populated by migratory birds especially in the South.

  • Migration is still in the Grumeti area, heading north.
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July

July is the start of peak season, temperatures reach up to 30 degrees and the surrounding land becomes drier and spotting game is becoming easier.

  • The migration is in the Northern Serengeti moving towards Kenya.
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August

August is peak season, with bush land drying out game spotting becomes much easier. If you want to experience Tanzania game at its best, August is the time to travel.

  • The migration still remains in the north.
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September

Peak season continues in September, the Northern circuit can be very busy, if you want to avoid crowds it's best to visit the southern parks.

  • The end of the migration is still in the north with herds on both side of the Kenyan and Tanzanian borders.
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October

Peak season continues into October with good game viewing in the Serengeti and southern parks.

  • The migration has now crossed over into Kenya.
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November

November is the start of the rainy season, the rains tend to be overnight so it is still a popular time to travel. During this month you can take advantage of low season rates.

  • Migration crossing over into the Serengeti can be seen a the Tanzania and Kenya border.
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December

Rains continue in December, whilst the temperature and humidity start to build. Venturing out on safari is generally good, with large game still easily spotted.

  • Migrating herds in the north travel south back to Ndutu.
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