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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

Reviews of safaris to Nyerere National Park

736 holiday reviews from our travellers of holidays which include Nyerere.

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J and C
Clayton

"Our Oct 2024 trip"

I visited Tanzania between 5 Oct 2024 and 19 Oct 2024
"Jessica Plumb is an outstanding professional who was always available to us, even with last minute changes. We have recommended her to others and we would certainly contact her again if we were ever to return to Africa.

The camps we visited both had excellent facilities and staff but Jongomero staff really stole our heart! What wonderful and authentic people!

We recognized real changes in Southern Tanzania that have occurred during the five years since we last visited. Climate change has affected the weather. We had three evenings of rain at Jongomero (one torrential) that surprised everyone since it was still the dry season. At Siwandu, the temperatures reached the high nineties.
Both changes impacted game viewing but our guides were great and went above and beyond to ensure great viewing opportunities. Another change that we noticed in the Selous was “progress” since the new dam was completed. The airstrip has been expanded and they are building yet a newer, bigger one. There is now miles of unpaved highway and lots of truck traffic. Of course, all of this has impacted wildlife. Lastly, we talked at length with many of the camp staff. They told us that cell phones and technology in general is changing life in their villages. Many young people are looking at other options rather than the traditional tribal ways." Read full review: 14 nights in Africa; 13 on a Tanzania safari
Overall trip
Excellent
Charlie
DC

"My Sep 2024 trip"

I visited Tanzania between 24 Sep 2024 and 8 Oct 2024
"Our trip was a dream come true. It was clear from my first call to Expert Africa that you had a lot to offer.

You were smart listeners, patiently crafting a great trip that matched our best hopes." Read full review: 14 nights in Africa; 12 on a Tanzania safari
Overall trip
Excellent
Mr B.
Bishop's Stortf

"My Sep 2024 trip"

I visited Tanzania between 23 Sep 2024 and 19 Oct 2024
"Lovely trip would maybe spend more time in Ruaha" Read full review: 26 nights in Africa; 8 on a Tanzania safari
Overall trip
Excellent
Mr & Mrs L
Berkshire

"My Sep 2024 trip"

I visited Tanzania between 14 Sep 2024 and 29 Sep 2024
"Our holiday was pretty much perfect! Claire found exactly what we didn't know we wanted. We hold her wholly responsible for the fantastic holiday we had.

The high standard of accommodation, safari and activities on the island were greatly appreciated.

The company running the safari camp and Fanjovi Island are a masterclass in customer service.

Thank you for a holiday of a lifetime!

Suggestions to help us improve our trips or our service:

The only reason I left "value for money" blank is because we have never paid so much for a holiday, nor have we been on a safari so have nothing similar to compare it to.
It was our best holiday, it exceeded our expectations, so no gripes on the "value for money".

No, we don't have any suggestions to improve your trips or your service ---- and that's unusual." Read full review: 15 nights in Africa; 12 on a Tanzania safari
Overall trip
Excellent
Mr & Mrs H
London

"Our Honeymoon"

I visited Tanzania between 8 Sep 2024 and 24 Sep 2024
"Expert Africa managed everything from tailoring our trip to our preferences to then booking and making sure everything went completely seamlessly.

We absolutely loved our trip and it was the trip of a lifetime!

Thank you so much for everything you did for us, it was so special.

I cannot fault anything Expert Africa organised for us." Read full review: 16 nights in Africa; 14 on a Tanzania safari
Overall trip
Excellent
Mr & Mrs B.
USA

"First trip but definitely not the last!"

I visited Tanzania and 1 other country between 31 Aug 2024 and 9 Sep 2024
"Jessica helped my husband and I plan our first trip to Africa in celebration of our wedding anniversary. She provided great guidance and suggested a trip itinerary to Tanzania and Zanzibar that fit our desires and budget.

We were so impressed that every detail was executed on the ground perfectly. Our transfers, meet and greets, and local flights were exactly as described in our itinerary.

This was a trip of a lifetime for us and Tanzania has forever changed our hearts and lives forever.

Thank you, Jessica!" Read full review: 9 nights in Africa; 5 on a Tanzania safari
Overall trip
Excellent
Mr & Mrs WW
London

"Our September 2024 honeymoon"

I visited Tanzania between 30 Aug 2024 and 16 Sep 2024
"The trip was excellent and each of the camps (Siwandu / Ikuka / Fanjove) were perfect for what we wanted: quiet, close to nature but high end.

Almost every aspect of our trip was exciting and wonderful. It made for a perfect honeymoon.

Jessica @ Expert Africa listened carefully to what we really wanted and made recommendations that suited our wants and needs for the trip.
She was patient in updating the trip itinerary multiple times and we felt well looked after." Read full review: 17 nights in Africa; 15 on a Tanzania safari
Overall trip
Excellent
Francesca
London

"My Aug 2024 trip"

I visited Tanzania and 1 other country between 23 Aug 2024 and 3 Sep 2024
"This was our first trip to Africa (and Tanzania of course) and we loved it.

The highlight was the Safari which was excellent thanks to the camp and our guide." Read full review: 11 nights in Africa; 6 on a Tanzania safari
Overall trip
Excellent
Mr J
London

"My Aug 2024 trip"

I visited Tanzania and 1 other country between 9 Aug 2024 and 23 Aug 2024
"A great trip and a brilliant introduction to safari – we’re hooked!!" Read full review: 14 nights in Africa; 8 on a Tanzania safari
Overall trip
Excellent
Caro
Bucks

"My Jul 2024 trip"

I visited Zanzibar and 1 other country between 31 Jul 2024 and 12 Aug 2024
"Overall this 'holiday of a lifetime' as we had been describing it to friends prior to going, turned out to be just that. It had so many 'best moments' and highlights, that we've totally lost count. Life doesn't really offer many surprises but stumbling across a leopard after a kill, a bull elephant eating breakfast, a herd of zebra and wildebeest on the move, or a reef shark going about its daily life really are thrilling sights never to be forgotten. It was a holiday of incredible contrasts. From safari, to a bustling city, to a castaway coral island and ending with such luxury. What a heavenly cocktail and all thanks to Maruska and Expert Africa who certainly live up to their name." Read full review: 12 nights in Africa; 6 on a Zanzibar holiday
Overall trip
Excellent
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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% (280 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% (223 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% (172 reviews)
Siwandu

Siwandu

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


97% (87 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% (83 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% (12 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)
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)
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)
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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