Selous Reserve – Southern Tanzania
Amidst
the vast wildness of the Selous Reserve in southern Tanzania, the
fast flowing waters of the Rufiji River shelter countless hippo
and crocodiles and one very special safari lodge. Completed in 1984
by Richard Bonham, Sand Rivers Selous embraces its lovely river
setting with eight thatched cottages designed in an open expansive
style to take advantage of the wild setting and extensive views.
With noted service & excellent cuisine, Sand Rivers Selous is
a safari destination in itself.
Operated
out of Sand Rivers Selous is their 4 night walking safari led by
an experienced guide with an armed scout, staying in a fully serviced
mobile fly camp with camp staff & support crew. This comes highly
recommended – it is one of the great walking safaris of Africa.
Summary:
7 double open fronted cottages built of stone & thatch overlooking
the Rufiji River and raised on wooden platforms, each with large
en-suite bathrooms and running hot and cold water. There is an imposing
mess & lounge aea and a swimming pool set on the banks of the
river under a large baobab.
In addition to the lodge, are Rhino House & Kiba Point. Rhino House is a totally private & exclusive one
bedroom house close to the main lodge with private dining and activities.
Kiba Point is a larger house – for the exclusive use of a
party of up to 8 guests with private activities – and is located
upstream from the lodge. Each room has its own plunge pool and there
is central swimming pool.
Activities:
- Game
drives in open 4WD vehicles
- walks
- fly
camping (highly recommended)
- birding
- fishing
(the sporting tiger fish)
- boating (on the Rufiji River)
- picnics
& bush lunches
- private
game viewing platforms.
Best Time:
June to October
Rates (in US dollars):
$620 to $890 per person per night at Sand Rivers Lodge with a single supplement of between $125 and $175 per night, also Reserve Fees which are currently $50 per person and $25 per person Concession Fees.
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