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Luxury Selous Safari and Zanzibar Beach Call for a Quote
A Week of Wildlife, Wilderness and Beach at Mivumo River Lodge and MatemweIncluding time at two of Tanzania’s most exotic destinations, this short week-long safari combines game viewing activities in the Selous, Africa’s largest game reserve, with a few days unwinding on an idyllic palm-fringed Indian Ocean beach on the world-famous ‘Spice Island’ of Zanzibar. During this exciting holiday you’ll fly on light aircraft between locations; you'll stay in Serena's stunning new boutique eco-lodge, Mivumo River Lodge, located on the banks of the Rufiji River; and you'll be based on the north-east coast of Zanzibar at the informal, intimate and highly rated Matemwe Bungalows. This version of our Selous Safari and Zanzibar Beach holiday is based on opulent accommodation and is ideal for couples and honeymooners. If you’d prefer more or less time in either the Selous or at Matemwe, or have alternative Selous accommodation in mind, just contact us for a tailored quote.
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Safari Holiday Highlights
| 1 | Stay in Mivumo River Lodge on the banks of the Rufiji River. |
| 2 | Experience a walking safari in the Selous and get close to nature. |
| 3 | Enjoy a full day game drive to see Lake Tagalala and Selous' Grave. |
| 4 | Spot hippos, crocs and birdlife on a Rufiji River boat safari. |
| 5 | Take a day trip and explore the attractions of ancient Stone Town. |
| 6 | Stay in the acclaimed Matemwe Bungalows and savour paradise! |
Luxury Selous Safari and Zanzibar Beach - Brief Itinerary
| Day 1 | Selous Game Reserve | Safari starts in Dar es Salaam. Short flight into Selous; boat safari. |
| Day 2 | Selous Game Reserve | Choice of game viewing activities - 4x4 safari, boat safari or walking safari. |
| Day 3 | Selous Game Reserve | Full day safari to Sand River, Lake Tagalala and Selous' Grave. |
| Day 4 | Selous Game Reserve | Choice of morning and afternoon game viewing activities in the Selous. |
| Day 5 | Matemwe, Zanzibar | Fly to Zanzibar Island, transfer to Matemwe; swim and unwind. |
| Day 6 | Matemwe, Zanzibar | At leisure at Matemwe; optional diving, snorkelling or kayak. |
| Day 7 | Matemwe, Zanzibar | Optional dhow trip to the Mnemba Atoll, opposite Matemwe. |
| Day 8 | End of Holiday | Fly to Dar es Salaam where holiday ends. |
View route map of Selous Safari and Zanzibar Beach
Responsible Tour Operating in Tanzania
Specialist Tanzania works in close partnership with several locally owned and managed companies in Tanzania. We feel this approach has a more direct benefit on the local distribution of income from tourism. We support and fully endorse the recruitment and training of local guides, local group tour managers, drivers and representation staff. With our guiding principle of employing local people wherever possible our guests see a direct benefit in the improved local knowledge of our local team, whether that be knowledge of flora, fauna, history or just general Tanzanian life. Through this approach we can also maximise the amount of your tourism revenue that is delivered directly into the heart of the local economy. Specialist Tanzania is also determined to do what we can to help minimise any negative impacts on the environmental, wildlife and cultural welfare of Tanzania through promoting responsible visitor behaviour; promoting waste reduction; facilitating cultural exchange between guests and local communities; supporting local businesses, goods and services; encouraging guests to eat local foods rather than imported foods; encouraging the conservation of natural resources like electricity and water; and promoting the importance of protecting the local environment and nature.
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