Nyerere National Park protects a vast part of the former Selous landscape. The Rufiji River, lakes and surrounding woodland create a varied setting for wildlife. The national park is distinct from the remaining Selous Game Reserve. Combine game drives with river-based exploration where licensed operators and conditions allow. The balance of water and land makes Nyerere a rewarding contrast to northern Tanzania, or a natural partner to a coast or island stay.
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Southern Tanzania
Nyerere National Park
Rufiji waterways, lakes and southern wilderness, with a range of guided safari possibilities.
Take A Closer Look
Get To Know Nyerere.
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Rufiji River scenery
Discover the river landscapes that help give Nyerere its distinctive character.
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Lakes and woodland
Explore the contrast between open water, wooded habitats and wildlife country.
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Land and water perspectives
Combine game drives with licensed water-based outings where conditions and operations allow.
A Few Useful Details
Your Visit, At A Glance.
Where You’ll Be
Southern Tanzania
A Good Time To Visit
June–October is a useful dry-season safari window. November is transitional; green-season travel depends on river levels, road access and camp opening dates.
Getting Here
Connect from Dar es Salaam by road or light aircraft, with the final route and airstrip chosen around your camp.
Find Your Kind Of Season
Good Timing Makes A Difference.
June–October is a useful dry-season safari window. November is transitional; green-season travel depends on river levels, road access and camp opening dates.
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High Season
June – October
Drier conditions support game drives and river-based outings where permitted.
Mid Season
January – February · November – December
The green season brings changing scenery; check camp operations and river conditions.
Low Season
March – May
Heavier rains may limit roads and services. Confirm lodge opening and transfers first.
High Season
June – October
Drier conditions support game drives and river-based outings where permitted.
Mid Season
January – February · November – December
The green season brings changing scenery; check camp operations and river conditions.
Low Season
March – May
Heavier rains may limit roads and services. Confirm lodge opening and transfers first.
These are travel-planning bands, not fixed lodge tariff dates. Weather, wildlife movements and access vary.
Make It Part Of Your Journey
Journeys That Bring You Here.
Starting points that include this destination.
Wildlife safari
10 Days · 9 Nights
Southern & Western Wilderness — 10 Days
Connect Nyerere, Ruaha and Katavi in a journey built around remote camps and pre-arranged light-aircraft transfers, beginning in Dar es Salaam.
Price On Request
More Than A Place On A Map
Make A Little More Of Your Visit.
Experiences connected to this destination.
Half or full day
Wildlife
Guided Game Drives
Follow the wildlife with a guide and enjoy the small surprises between the big sightings.
Usually a few hours
Walking & nature
Guided Walking Safaris
Step out at a slower pace and discover the tracks, plants and smaller details of the bush.
A few hours
Waterways
River & Lake Boat Safaris
Explore waterways with a guide and look at the landscape from a fresh angle.
A Good Place To Pause
Stay Somewhere That Fits.
Places in or around this destination, chosen to work with your route.
Lodge
Rufiji River, Nyerere National Park
Serena Mivumo River Lodge
A more indulgent southern safari option beside the Rufiji River.
Picture Yourself Here
A Glimpse Of Nyerere.
Four views. A little inspiration for the journey ahead.
Made Around You
A Journey With Nyerere In Mind?
Tell us your dates, your people and the places you would love to connect.