Discover a truly authentic Selous safari which doesn’t cost the earth.

• Our camp location: you can’t get closer to the park - which cuts out wasting time on long drives before starting your safari - and the views from camp are stunning. The woodland setting provides shade during the hottest parts of the day, and attracts wildlife like monkeys and elephants.

• We know what we’re doing: Selous River Camp has won the TripAdvisor Traveler's Choice Award for outstanding service ten years running. We’ve also won The Safari Awards bronze awards for Most Romantic Property as well as Best Value Property in Tanzania. See our reviews.

• We offer value for money: We believe that you shouldn’t have to be a millionaire to have a bucket-list worthy safari experience. We’re affordable, without cutting corners or saving costs. A choice of accommodation and safaris gives you flexibility and means your safari is tailored to your wants and needs.

• We’re unique: A safari can deepen your connection with the natural world and we believe that shouldn’t be rushed. Our safaris are intimate, unhurried and real. Our small camp is made up of chic, secluded accommodation and relaxing shared areas which are perfect for mingling with fellow safari-goers. We offer wildlife-watchers far more than just a twice-daily drive in a diesel truck.

Start by filling in the form on our Safari Packages page, and we’ll get back to you with some options and ideas to make the most of your safari experience. You can also ask us to temporarily hold a room/tent for you this way.

Or use our online reservation system and book your accommodation now.

Fly to the Selous

There are several flights every day to our local airstrip, Mtemere. Picture swooping over bushland and lakes concealing half-submerged crocodiles and hippos. The airstrip is a 5-10 minute drive from camp, and we organise an airstrip transfer for you. Flying is quickest and easiest, but can be pricey.

Travel by road

Driving from Dar es Salaam takes around 4-6 hours. A scenic drive which offers glimpses of local life and culture. We can organise a transfer car for you to collect you from anywhere in Dar es Salaam and drive you direct to Selous River Camp.

Check out our location page for more information.

You can expect to pay between $70 and $145 per person per night for full board accommodation (which means all your meals are included - and we’re known for our good food!). Safaris are extra. The easiest way to book is to choose one of our affordable selous safari packages which include your accommodation, safaris and park fees in one per person price.

Cancellation

We get it - life happens. Sometimes despite your best intentions, you have to cancel your plans. Here’s our cancellation policy for when your plans change.

Once you’ve paid your deposit and your booking has been confirmed, cancellation charges apply as follows:

• Bookings cancelled before 30 days prior to arrival date – full refund of any deposit made.

• Bookings cancelled between 30 to 15 days prior to arrival date – cancellation charges of 50% of reservation value shall apply.

• Bookings cancelled between 14 days to 48 hours prior to arrival date – cancellation charges of 75% of reservation value shall apply.

• Bookings cancelled less than 48 hours prior to arrival date and no show – cancellation charges of 100% of reservation value shall apply.

Please note that the cost of processing any refunds (i.e. bank transfer fees) are to be paid by you and would be taken out of the value of the refund amount.