SOUTHERN CIRCUIT
Nyerere National Park
Africa's Largest Wildlife Reserve
Big 5
All Present
UNESCO
World Heritage
Best: June-October for dry season game viewing
The Story
Africa's Iconic Wilderness
Nyerere National Park (formerly Selous Game Reserve) is Africa's largest protected wildlife area at over 30,000 square kilometers - larger than Switzerland. Named after Tanzania's founding father Julius Nyerere, it offers an exclusive, uncrowded safari experience.
The Rufiji River dominates the landscape, creating channels, lakes, and floodplains teeming with hippos and crocodiles. Boat safaris, walking safaris, and fly camping provide unique experiences unavailable in northern parks.
Why Visit
Destination Highlights
Africa's largest wildlife area
Boat safaris on Rufiji River
Walking safaris
Fly camping adventures
Large wild dog population
Uncrowded, exclusive experience
Wildlife
Animals You'll Encounter
Wild DogElephantLionHippoCrocodileBuffaloGiraffeSable AntelopeEland
Planning Your Visit
Best Time to Visit
Nyerere National Park offers remarkable wildlife viewing year-round, but each season brings its own unique spectacle. The dry season concentrates animals around water sources, while the wet season brings lush landscapes and newborn animals.
June-October for dry season game viewing
closed February-May
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