Southern Tanzania
Nyerere National Park is located in southern Tanzania and is part of the larger Selous ecosystem, one of the most important and least disturbed wildlife areas in Africa. It was formerly known as the Selous Game Reserve before being upgraded and renamed in honor of Tanzania’s first president, Julius Nyerere.
The park is the largest national park in Africa, covering over 30,000 km² of diverse ecosystems including vast miombo woodlands, open savannah, wetlands, lakes, and one of the most important river systems in East Africa the Rufiji River. This river forms a network of channels and lagoons that sustain wildlife throughout the year.
Nyerere National Park is especially famous for its boat safaris on the Rufiji River, where visitors can see hippos, crocodiles, elephants drinking at the banks, and a wide variety of water birds. This makes it different from many other African parks that focus mainly on land safaris.
The park has a rich and diverse wildlife population, including lions, leopards, elephants, buffaloes, giraffes, zebras, antelopes, and one of the strongest populations of African wild dogs in Africa. Its remote nature means that it receives fewer visitors, offering a very exclusive and untouched safari experience.
Wildlife highlights
Last updated: June 13, 2026
Tanzania stands out for its vast, open landscapes and large-scale wildlife experiences. From the Great Migration to the unique ecosystem of the Ngorongoro Crater, it offers one of the most iconic and immersive safari experiences in Africa.
Yes, combining a safari with a beach stay in Zanzibar is very popular. It offers a perfect balance between wildlife adventure and relaxation on white-sand beaches.
Yes. All Visitors to Uganda are now required to have a valid Yellow Fever Immunization Card from the world health organization – which means you must be immunized and that you should do so 10 to 30 days prior to your Ugandan Arrival. It will also help you enter other East African countries. A yellow fever immunization is good for a lifetime. Should you not have one – you will be required to have a Yellow Fever shot at the airport or another point of entry.
Once you have confirmed the final itinerary with us, you will be asked to pay a deposit of 40%. Gorilla permits must be paid for in full at the time of booking. Note that availability of accommodation and permits is not guaranteed until officially confirmed by GoExplore Safaris.
Accommodation, permit and activity reservations will be made as soon as payment has been received on our account. For your convenience, the balance payment of 60% should be settled 45 days before the start of your safari.
We accept payment by VISA credit card (please include 5% service charge) and bank transfer in either dollars or Euros to our bank account in Uganda. Please note that all bank charges are at the expense of the client.
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All activities included in the safari itenarary
Bottled water all day while travelling in GoExplore Safaris Vehicle
Services of an English speaking safari Guide/Driver
Park Entrance Fees
Accomodation as specified in the safari itenarary
Ground transport in safari comfortable 4WD vehicles
Meals as shown in the safari itinerary
All government safari taxes
All safari Transfers
Always respect wild animals:
Never feed a wild animal unless as part of an official rehabilitation program.
Keep a respectable distance and if the animal shows signs of fear or aggressiveness, back off immediately and give the animal plenty of space to move on.
Avoid chasing or following wildlife that is attempting to escape. Keep watching times to a reasonable length to avoid stressing the animals.
Move slowly, quietly, and in full view to avoid scaring or stressing animals.
Avoid touching animals unless part of a carefully structured research or conservation program that has the required permits.
Avoid captive wildlife facilities unless they actively support reintroduction to the wild or take in animals that would not be able to return to the wild (see below for more specific captive wildlife guidelines).
Follow the Guide or park ranger guidelines to reduce human impact on wild places.
Officially, Uganda’s dry seasons are from December/January through to mid March and from June through to mid-September. These dry months are the most popular with tourists, with July and August and Christmas and New Year being the peak seasons.
Most rain falls in October-November and April-May. However, this doesn’t mean that it rains all day, nor does it mean it will rain every day. Usually there’s a tropical shower at night or a shorter shower during the day, but in Uganda you can trust that after rain comes sunshine! The weather is no reason to avoid travelling in the wet season – you might even consider it because of the easy availability of gorilla permits. As in the rest of the world, the East African climate is changing, making it more difficult for us to predict the weather during your safari. However, in Uganda the temperature is very stable and pleasant, with sunshine almost 365 days a year.
During the day, the temperature averages between 23 and 27°C, although in some places it can be quite cool at night. One remarkable aspect about Uganda safaris is: whether you travel in the dry, dusty months or in the wet season, you will never find the crowded tourism like in Kenya or Tanzania. If you spot a lion or leopard, it is very likely that you will be the only one to see it – even in peak season!
The local currency is the Tanzanian Shilling (TZS), but US dollars are widely accepted in lodges and for safari payments. It’s advisable to carry small denominations for tips and local purchases.
A typical safari ranges from 5 to 10 days, depending on the parks you visit. Popular routes include the Serengeti, Ngorongoro Crater, and Tarangire.
The best time to visit is during the dry season from June to October, when wildlife viewing is at its peak. However, the green season (November to May) offers fewer crowds, lush scenery, and excellent birdwatching.
Yes, most travelers require a visa to enter Tanzania. Visas can be obtained online (e-visa) or on arrival at major entry points. It’s recommended to apply in advance to avoid delays.
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