Signature · Fly-In Safari
5-Day Nyerere Fly-In Safari from Zanzibar
Leave the beach after breakfast and be on a boat among hippos by mid-afternoon. One short flight each way, and four full nights in the bush.
- Duration
- 5 Days · 4 Nights
- Stay
- 2 camps
- From
- $2,345 pp
Flights included
Overview
A Selous safari from Zanzibar by flight, without the road
This 5-day Nyerere fly-in safari from Zanzibar takes you to Nyerere National Park, the northern part of the former Selous Game Reserve and Tanzania's largest national park. You fly in, stay four nights at two different camps and fly back.
Because you fly, almost all of your time is spent on safari. You go out by boat, by vehicle and on foot, which few parks in Tanzania allow in one trip.
- Duration
- 5 Days / 4 Nights
- Park
- Nyerere National Park (Selous)
- Start and end
- Zanzibar
- Getting there
- Flight of about 1 hour each way
- Stay
- 2 camps, 2 nights each
- Safari outings
- 8 outings: boat, game drive and walking safari
- Best months
- June to October
- Your investment
- From $2,345 pp
Why this journey
- Fly from Zanzibar instead of driving for a day
- Safari by boat, by vehicle and on foot
- Two camps, so you see two parts of the park
- Far fewer vehicles than the northern parks
- Easy to add before or after a beach stay
At a glance: Zanzibar to Nyerere and back
- Day 1 · Zanzibar Airport → Nyerere National Park (flight)
- Day 2 · Nyerere National Park
- Day 3 · Nyerere National Park, to the second camp
- Day 4 · Nyerere National Park
- Day 5 · Nyerere National Park → Zanzibar Airport (flight)
| Day | Where | Stay |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Zanzibar → Nyerere National Park | Selous Impala Camp |
| 2 | Nyerere National Park | Selous Impala Camp |
| 3 | Nyerere National Park, to the second camp | Serena Mivumo River Lodge |
| 4 | Nyerere National Park | Serena Mivumo River Lodge |
| 5 | Nyerere National Park → Zanzibar | No overnight |
Flights are on scheduled light aircraft and some stop in Dar es Salaam on the way.
Mix and match your camps
You can combine Classic, Signature and Bespoke camps in one safari, and we will price it to match.
Day by day
5-day Nyerere safari itinerary, day by day
All meals are served at camp unless a picnic is listed. Tell us about dietary needs before you travel.
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Day 1
Zanzibar → Nyerere National Park
Fly from Zanzibar after breakfast and land on an airstrip inside the park. After lunch at camp you go out by boat among hippos, crocodiles and waterbirds, and stay on the water for sunset.
What to do: Afternoon boat safari
Distance: Zanzibar to Nyerere National Park, about 240 km, about 1 hour by scheduled flight, then a short drive from the airstrip to camp
Where you stay
Selous Impala Camp
An intimate tented camp on the banks of the Rufiji River, set between two lakes in one of the park's richest wildlife areas.
- Meals: Lunch, Dinner
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Day 2
Full day on safari in Nyerere
Head out at first light, when lion and wild dog are most active. You return to camp for lunch and a rest through the midday heat, then drive again in the late afternoon as elephant and giraffe come down to the water.
What to do: Morning game drive and afternoon game drive
Distance: No transfers
Where you stay
Selous Impala Camp
An intimate tented camp on the banks of the Rufiji River, set between two lakes in one of the park's richest wildlife areas.
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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Day 3
Walking safari and move to the second camp
Start with a walk led by your guide and an armed ranger. After brunch you drive across the park to your second camp, with the transfer run as a game drive, and go out again before sunset.
What to do: Morning walking safari, game drive between camps, late-afternoon drive
Distance: First camp to second camp, as a game drive
Where you stay
Serena Mivumo River Lodge
A boutique lodge of thatched chalets spread through riverside forest above the Rufiji, with the comfort Serena is known for.
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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Day 4
Full day in a new part of the park
A second camp gives you different habitat and different animals. Take a full-day drive with a picnic lunch by the water, or split the day into a morning drive and an afternoon on the boat.
What to do: Full-day game drive with picnic, or a morning drive and afternoon boat safari
Distance: No transfers
Optional: Fly-camping night at extra cost
Where you stay
Serena Mivumo River Lodge
A boutique lodge of thatched chalets spread through riverside forest above the Rufiji, with the comfort Serena is known for.
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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Day 5
Nyerere → Zanzibar
There is time for one last short outing before breakfast. You then drive to the airstrip and fly back to Zanzibar the same day.
What to do: Early game drive or boat trip before the flight
Meals: Breakfast
Distance: Nyerere National Park to Zanzibar, about 240 km, about 1 hour by scheduled flight
Optional: Fly to Dar es Salaam instead of Zanzibar
Departure day, no overnight stay
Included
Price and what is included
Your investment
From $2,345 per person
Non-resident, based on 2 travellers sharing. The price covers flights from Zanzibar, both camps, all meals and the activities listed. It changes with travel dates, group size and the camps you choose.
Included
- Return flights between Zanzibar and Nyerere National Park
- Airstrip transfers in the park
- 4 nights at two safari camps
- All meals from lunch on day 1 to breakfast on day 5
- Nyerere National Park boat safari and walking safari, plus game drives as listed
- Park and conservation fees
- Drinking water on all activities
Not included
- International flights
- Tanzania visa
- Travel insurance
- Zanzibar hotel nights and airport transfers
- Tips for guides and camp staff
- Drinks other than water, unless stated
- Optional activities marked as extra
Packing list and documents
Packing list
Light aircraft usually limit luggage to 15 kg per person in soft bags, so pack light. Bring neutral-coloured clothes, long sleeves for evenings, walking shoes, a hat, sunscreen, insect repellent, binoculars and a camera with spare batteries.
Documents
Passport valid for six months, Tanzania visa, travel insurance details and any vaccination certificates required for your route.
Options
Options for this safari
Tier
Classic
This journey
Signature
From $2,345 pp
Camps: Selous Impala Camp and Serena Mivumo River Lodge
Tier
Bespoke
Mix and match your camps
You can combine Classic, Signature and Bespoke camps in one safari, and we will price it to match. Each camp in this journey hosts you for two nights, so you can choose one level for nights 1–2 and another for nights 3–4. Tell us which camps you would like and we will send a price for that combination.
Camps by option
| Nights | Classic | Signature | Bespoke |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nights 1–2 | — | Selous Impala Camp | — |
| Nights 3–4 | — | Serena Mivumo River Lodge | — |
Add to this safari
- Fly-camping night at extra cost (day 4)
- Fly to Dar es Salaam instead of Zanzibar (day 5)
Best time
Best time for a Nyerere fly-in safari
Best
June – October
Dry season and the best wildlife viewing. Animals gather along the river and lakes.
Possible
November – February
Hot and green after the short rains. Very good for birds, with fewer visitors.
March
The long rains begin. Some tracks get muddy and prices are lower.
Choose another route
April – May
Peak of the long rains. Many camps in the park close for these two months.
FAQ
Quick answers
How do I get from Zanzibar to Nyerere National Park?
By scheduled light aircraft from Zanzibar airport to an airstrip inside the park. The flight takes about 1 hour and some services stop in Dar es Salaam. A camp vehicle meets you at the airstrip.
Is Nyerere National Park the same as Selous?
Nyerere National Park was created in 2019 from the northern part of the Selous Game Reserve. At about 30,000 square kilometres it is Tanzania's largest national park, and many people still call it Selous.
What animals will I see?
Elephant, hippo, crocodile, giraffe, buffalo and lion are seen on most trips.
Planning
How it works
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01
Describe your dream
Tell us your dates, your group and what you most want to see. We reply within 24 hours with a first itinerary and price.
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02
Confirm
We adjust the camps, pace and budget until it fits you. A deposit then secures your dates and rooms.
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03
Start packing
You receive your final itinerary, packing list and travel documents. Your guide is waiting when you land.
Plan your safari
Let's plan your 5-day Nyerere fly-in safari from Zanzibar
Tell us your dates and group size. We reply within 24 hours with a full quote and the camps you choose. No payment is needed to ask.
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