Selous is untouched African wilderness and yet still easily accessible from Dar-e-Salaam and Zanzibar. The game viewing here is superb, the wilderness on display is some of the most unspoilt in Africa, and the sheer variety of activities available makes for a one-of-a-kind safari experience.

The rivers and lakes of Selous are the lifeblood of the park, hosting fabulous game including elephant, buffalo, hippo, crocodile, and incredible prides of lion. The fact that it is so much more secluded and quieter than other parks in East Africa just adds to its charm.

Top 5 Things to do in Selous

1. Visit Stiegler’s Gorge, a canyon-like structure that’s part of the Rufiji river. It’s named after a Swiss big game hunter who was trampled to death there by an elephant in 1907.

2. Go on a boating safari and float gently downstream as you watch the wildlife coming into the water, ending with a sundowner

3. Fly-camping will allow you to spend a night in the heart of Africa’s wildest places with nothing but a tent between you, nature’s sounds, wildlife, and the stars.

4. Take a guided walking safari where you will encounter wildlife such as elephants, zebras, and a number of hippos and crocodiles around the five lakes of the reserve.

5. Visit the local village on the outskirts of the Selous Game Reserve.