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Nyerere National Park
Nyerere National Park
Nyerere National Park
Nyerere National Park
Nyerere National Park
Nyerere National Park
Nyerere National Park
Nyerere National Park
Nyerere National Park
Nyerere National Park

The meandering Rufiji River lies at the heart of Nyerere National Park

It forms a complex network of channels, lakes and swamps.

It is a great place for game viewing...

...as well as admiring the beautiful scenery.

Wild dogs can be spotted...

...and also herds of elephant.

Nyerere National Park also has an extraordinary birdlife...

...with over 440 species.

...and elephants as they come down to the river.

Nyerere National Park is worth a visit.

Nyerere National Park

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View pictures from the Nyerere National Park


You can often get close to the wildlife in Nyerere National Park
Nyerere National Park is reached by small light aircraft and you will land in the middle of the bush.
Game drives in the huge Nyerere National Park are usually in open-sided vehicles…
…drive through the wide open plains, miombo woodland and along the many lake shores.
Nyerere National Park is home to a huge amount of wildlife…
...including larger herds of giraffes…
...impalas...
…and crocodiles on the banks of the Rufiji River.
You can also find the larger predators such as lions…
…and packs of wild dogs…
…who are incredibly playful and great fun to watch.
Walking safaris with professional guides are a big attraction of the Selous…
…allowing you to get off the beaten track and explore the more remote areas of the park.
This is a great way to discover the smaller species…
…as well as the fantastic birdlife.
Other activities include boating safaris...
…where you can often get close to pods of hippos...
…and sometimes elephants, as they come down to drink.
There are a handful of excellent camps in Nyerere National Park…
These range from rustic tented camps such as Lake Manze...
…to highly luxurious lodges such as Beho Beho...
…where you can enjoy your meals whilst watching wildlife at the waterhole.
Choose to spend the night sleeping under the stars in a romantic tree house...
…and wake up to wonderful views over the surrounding bush...
…or for something rather adventurous try fly-camping, staying in small dome tents.
At the end of the day you can relax and enjoy a drink…
…whilst watching beautiful sunsets over the river.
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You can often get close to the wildlife in Nyerere National Park
You can often get close to the wildlife in Nyerere National Park
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Nyerere National Park is reached by small light aircraft and you will land in the middle of the bush.
Nyerere National Park is reached by small light aircraft and you will land in the middle of the bush.
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Game drives in the huge Nyerere National Park are usually in open-sided vehicles…
Game drives in the huge Nyerere National Park are usually in open-sided vehicles…
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…drive through the wide open plains, miombo woodland and along the many lake shores.
…drive through the wide open plains, miombo woodland and along the many lake shores.
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Nyerere National Park is home to a huge amount of wildlife…
Nyerere National Park is home to a huge amount of wildlife…
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...including larger herds of giraffes…
...including larger herds of giraffes…
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...impalas...
...impalas...
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…and crocodiles on the banks of the Rufiji River.
…and crocodiles on the banks of the Rufiji River.
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You can also find the larger predators such as lions…
You can also find the larger predators such as lions…
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…and packs of wild dogs…
…and packs of wild dogs…
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…who are incredibly playful and great fun to watch.
…who are incredibly playful and great fun to watch.
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Walking safaris with professional guides are a big attraction of the Selous…
Walking safaris with professional guides are a big attraction of the Selous…
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…allowing you to get off the beaten track and explore the more remote areas of the park.
…allowing you to get off the beaten track and explore the more remote areas of the park.
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This is a great way to discover the smaller species…
This is a great way to discover the smaller species…
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…as well as the fantastic birdlife.
…as well as the fantastic birdlife.
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Other activities include boating safaris...
Other activities include boating safaris...
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…where you can often get close to pods of hippos...
…where you can often get close to pods of hippos...
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…and sometimes elephants, as they come down to drink.
…and sometimes elephants, as they come down to drink.
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There are a handful of excellent camps in Nyerere National Park…
There are a handful of excellent camps in Nyerere National Park…
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These range from rustic tented camps such as Lake Manze...
These range from rustic tented camps such as Lake Manze...
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…to highly luxurious lodges such as Beho Beho...
…to highly luxurious lodges such as Beho Beho...
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…where you can enjoy your meals whilst watching wildlife at the waterhole.
…where you can enjoy your meals whilst watching wildlife at the waterhole.
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Choose to spend the night sleeping under the stars in a romantic tree house...
Choose to spend the night sleeping under the stars in a romantic tree house...
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…and wake up to wonderful views over the surrounding bush...
…and wake up to wonderful views over the surrounding bush...
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…or for something rather adventurous try fly-camping, staying in small dome tents.
…or for something rather adventurous try fly-camping, staying in small dome tents.
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At the end of the day you can relax and enjoy a drink…
At the end of the day you can relax and enjoy a drink…
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…whilst watching beautiful sunsets over the river.
…whilst watching beautiful sunsets over the river.
THE HIDE in HWANGE

Safaris visiting Nyerere

Just ideas, we'll always tailor-make a trip for you


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Jackal Fly-in Safari

8 days • 2 locations
DAR ES SALAAM AIRPORT TO DAR ES SALAAM AIRPORT

Enjoy a range of activities on this luxury fly-in safari. Explore the remoter regions of Ruaha National Park and Nyerere National Park with phenomenal guides during stays at two impressively comfortable camps that remain perfectly in keeping with their surroundings.

US$7,740 - US$9,960 per person

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Spotted Hyena Fly-in Safari

7 days • 2 locations
DAR ES SALAAM AIRPORT TO DAR ES SALAAM AIRPORT

Stay in one of Nyerere National Park's best safari camps before experiencing a truly authentic tented camp in Ruaha. Remote locations, superb guiding and a range of activities await guests during this comfortable fly-in safari.

US$7,350 - US$9,360 per person

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Bat-eared Fox Fly-in Safari

3 days • 1 locations
DAR ES SALAAM AIRPORT TO DAR ES SALAAM AIRPORT

This is an ideal first-time safari and is the perfect add-on to a holiday in Zanzibar. Nyerere National Park is one of Africa’s biggest wildlife areas and is home to an abundance of animals.

US$2,430 - US$3,030 per person

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Dwarf Mongoose Fly-in Safari

6 days • 2 locations
DAR ES SALAAM AIRPORT TO DAR ES SALAAM AIRPORT

Stay in two eco-friendly, rustic bush camps in Nyerere National Park and Ruaha National Park. Remote wilderness, a diversity of habitats and a good range of activities are available in these two wildlife havens.

US$4,110 - US$5,060 per person

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Turaco Safari

12 days • 4 locations
DAR ES SALAAM AIRPORT TO DAR ES SALAAM AIRPORT

This top-value holiday idea combines two safari areas with a week on the Indian Ocean island of Zanzibar. Photograph lions and elephants, then relax under the palms on a powder-sand beach.

US$5,460 - US$6,330 per person

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Topi Fly-in Safari

7 days • 2 locations
DAR ES SALAAM AIRPORT TO DAR ES SALAAM AIRPORT

Explore Nyerere National Park and Ruaha National Park from two luxurious, colonially styled camps. Chosen for their access to good game viewing and thrilling remoteness, these camps also offer a range of varied safari activities.

US$6,540 - US$6,870 per person

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Marabou Stork Fly-in Safari

13 days • 5 locations
KILIMANJARO AIRPORT TO DAR ES SALAAM AIRPORT

Four luxurious camps enable exploration of Tanzania’s north and southern regions. With a range of land- and water-based activities available throughout, decidedly comfortable accommodation and applicable long-stay discounts, this adventurous safari is excellent value.

US$16,050 - US$23,210 per person

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Superb Starling Fly-In Safari

7 days • 2 locations
DAR ES SALAAM AIRPORT TO DAR ES SALAAM AIRPORT

Explore Nyerere and Ruaha national parks from two luxurious sister camps within wildlife-rich locations. Both offer a range of land- and water-based activities, a superb standard of guiding and access to beautifully contrasting landscapes.

US$8,300 - US$11,720 per person

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Where to stay in Nyerere

Our suggestions for safari camps in Nyerere National Park


Impala Camp

Impala Camp

Impala Camp is a comfortable, excellent-value camp with colourful tented rooms raised on platforms, good guiding and tasty food.


96% (278 reviews)
Lake Manze Adventure Camp

Lake Manze Camp

Lake Manze Camp is a rustic, lakeside bushcamp in Nyerere National Park that offers a great wilderness experience and doesn’t cost the earth.


94% (222 reviews)
Beho Beho

Beho Beho

Beho Beho is one of the best camps we work with in Africa, with gracious hosts, fantastic food and most importantly, excellent guiding.


100% (170 reviews)
Siwandu

Siwandu

Siwandu is a luxurious and smoothly run camp with beautiful rooms and superb service offering great views over Lake Nzerakera.


97% (82 reviews)
Sand Rivers Camp

Sand Rivers Camp

The stylishly put together Sand Rivers has an outstanding reputation, with a wonderful location on the Rufiji River and great guides.


96% (80 reviews)
Beho Beho Tree-house

Beho Beho Tree-house

Beho Beho Treehouse is a satellite tree platform for just one couple, managed by Beho Beho and ideal as a one-night honeymoon retreat


98% (33 reviews)
Impala fly-camp

Impala fly-camping

While you're staying at Impala Camp in Nyerere National Park, you can enjoy a few nights' fly-camping in the heart of the bush.


92% (31 reviews)
Rufiji River Camp

Rufiji River Camp

Rufiji River Camp has a lovely location right on the edge of the Rufiji River and while not luxurious, it is one of the lowest-cost camps in the park.


88% (13 reviews)
Sand Rivers fly-camping

Sand Rivers fly-camp

Sand Rivers fly-camping safaris in Tanzania's Nyerere National Park operate out of Sand Rivers Camp, on the Rufiji River.


99% (14 reviews)
Roho ya Selous

Roho ya Selous

Roho ya Selous is a smart tented camp on the west side of lake Nzerakera, close to the park’s best wildlife-viewing areas.


100% (10 reviews)
Beho Beho Bailey's Banda

Beho Beho Bailey's Banda

Bailey's Banda at Beho Beho is a luxurious safari lodge in Nyerere National Park which can be booked exclusively for you and your party.


100% (5 reviews)
Rufiji River fly-camping

Rufiji River fly-camp

Fly-camping trips can be organised from Rufiji River Camp in Tanzania's Nyerere National Park


90% (2 reviews)
Kiba Point

Kiba Point

Kiba Point is the private sister camp of Sand Rivers, available on an exclusive basis, with its own private drivers and staff.


100% (2 reviews)
Mivumo River Lodge

Mivumo River Lodge

Mivumo River Lodge is Serena's main lodge in the Selous. Although comfortable, the windows and air-conditioning dispel any wilderness feel.


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