Escape Zanzibar for an unforgettable overnight safari in Nyerere National Park (Selous) — a UNESCO World Heritage site. Full-day 4x4 game drive tracking elephants, lions, and African wild dogs, plus a Rufiji River boat safari. Round-trip flights, safari lodge accommodation, and meals included. Book your 2026/2027 fly-in safari today!
Get Your Safari QuoteJust one hour by air from Zanzibar — a genuine African wildlife safari with boat safaris, wild dogs, and UNESCO wilderness.
Get Package Details on WhatsAppJust 1 hour from Zanzibar. Round-trip flights, airport transfers, and all logistics handled.
Nyerere is one of Africa's best places to spot these rare endangered predators.
Glide past hippos, crocodiles, and spectacular birdlife — a unique water-based experience.
Explore 30,000 sq km of pristine African bush — one of the largest protected reserves on the continent.
Fall asleep to the sounds of the African night — hyenas calling and lions roaring.
From river-level hippo shots to golden-hour savannah landscapes.
Zanzibar → Nyerere National Park → Rufiji River → Zanzibar
04:00-06:00: Early morning pick-up from your Zanzibar hotel and transfer to the airport.
07:00: Scenic 1-hour flight from Zanzibar to Selous airstrip.
08:00: Full-day 4x4 game drive begins — track elephants, lions, giraffes, buffalo, zebras, and African wild dogs.
12:30: Hot bush lunch out in the wilderness.
Evening: Arrive at safari lodge for sundowners, dinner under the stars, and overnight stay.
Early Morning: Sunrise boat safari on the Rufiji River — hippos, crocodiles, and extraordinary birdlife.
Late Morning: Optional final game drive en route to the airstrip.
Afternoon: Return flight to Zanzibar — back on the beach by early afternoon.
Three tiers to suit your style and budget. All include round-trip flights, park fees, meals, and the full itinerary.
Basic tented camps outside park gates. All essentials covered for travelers who prioritize wildlife.
En-suite tented camps with swimming pools and full-board meals. The sweet spot for comfort.
High-end lodges inside the park with premium vehicles and finer dining. Perfect for honeymooners.
Our Tanzania specialists will create a personalised bespoke proposal with detailed pricing within 24 hours — no obligation, no pressure.
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Start Planning Your Trip"The perfect escape from Zanzibar! Within an hour we were spotting elephants and wild dogs. The boat safari on the Rufiji River was the highlight — hippos everywhere. Back on the beach by afternoon."
"Two days was perfect. We didn't want to lose beach days but still wanted a real Tanzania safari. Tanzania Bespoke handled everything seamlessly."
Common questions about our Selous fly-in safari. Have more questions? WhatsApp us!
Ask Us Anything on WhatsAppThe flight takes approximately 1 hour from Zanzibar to the Selous airstrip in Nyerere National Park.
Large herds of elephants, lions, giraffes, buffalo, zebras, African wild dogs, hippos, Nile crocodiles, and over 400 bird species.
Yes! Full-day game drive on Day 1 and boat safari on Day 2. Return to Zanzibar by early afternoon.
June to October (dry season) is best. Operates year-round. April and May offer lowest prices.
