1 Day Safari: Dar es Salaam to Nyerere National Park (Selous) By Car
Dar es Salaam → Nyerere National Park → Full Game Drive → Return to Dar es Salaam
Your safari begins very early in the morning with a road journey from Dar es Salaam heading southwest toward Nyerere National Park. The drive takes approximately 5–6 hours, passing through rural landscapes, small towns, and scenic countryside along the Morogoro route.
Upon arrival at the park, you enter directly into a game viewing experience across selected wildlife-rich areas. The park’s vast open plains and woodlands offer excellent chances to spot large herds of elephants, giraffes feeding on acacia trees, zebras, wildebeests, buffaloes, and various antelope species.
You continue exploring key sections of the park where wildlife is commonly concentrated, especially around water sources and open savannah zones. With luck, predators such as lions, leopards, and hyenas may be seen moving or resting during the day.
Depending on timing and conditions, you may also get views of the Rufiji River ecosystem, home to hippos, crocodiles, and abundant birdlife, adding another layer to the safari experience.
After the game drive, you begin your return journey to Dar es Salaam, arriving in the evening after a full day of travel and wildlife exploration.
We handle all logistics, including transfers, accommodations, park fees, and guided tours. Our reviews highlight our reliability, knowledgeable guides, and ability to cater to special needs (e.g., vegan diets). Find out more about us here.
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Contact Daigle Tours via:
Email: info@daigletours.com
Phone/WhatsApp: +255 (0) 737 213202 or +255 (0) 753 024590
Online Form: Early booking is recommended to secure your preferred itinerary.
Day Trips: From Arusha or Dar es Salaam, visit parks like Tarangire, Lake Manyara, Ngorongoro, Saadani, or Mikumi.
Multi-Day Adventures: Options include 3-day Saadani or Mkomazi trips, 5-day Usambara Mountains tours, or 7-day Western Tanzania adventures.
Custom Safaris: Tailored to your preferences, including Serengeti’s Great Migration, Zanzibar extensions, or Kilimanjaro treks.
Daigle Tours, a family-owned company since 2010, specialises in customizable safaris across Tanzania’s Northern, Southern, Eastern, and Western Circuits. Based in Dar es Salaam, we excel in Southern Tanzania’s less-crowded parks like Nyerere and Ruaha. Our exclusive lodge near Nyerere National Park offers unique wildlife experiences. With experienced guides, top-tier vehicles, and personalised service, we ensure a memorable safari.
Daigle Tours is the first choice for the Southern Circuit because:
- We’re based here – Our head office is in Dar es Salaam so we can easily access the best parks in the region, and we know them inside out.
- Exclusive Safari Lodge in Nyerere National Park (formerly known as Selous) – We own and operate a lodge on the border of Nyerere National Park, so you can enjoy the whole Daigle Tours experience when you stay with us there.
- True Experts – We can’t think of any other safari companies of our size who share our vast knowledge of the region. We can’t wait to show you around our homeland.
1 Day Safari: Dar es Salaam to Nyerere National Park (Selous) By Car
STARTING FROM (per person, in USD)
TOUR HIGHLIGHTS: Large elephant herds Lions, leopards, and hyenas Giraffes, zebras, buffaloes Hippos and crocodiles (Rufiji River areas) Wildebeests and antelopes Over 400 bird species
INCLUSIONS: Park Fees
Return road transport Dar es Salaam ↔ Nyerere National Park
Professional English-speaking safari guide
4x4 safari vehicle with pop-up roof
Park entry fees
Game drive experience
Bottled drinking water
EXCLUSIONS: Meals and drinks (can be arranged on request)
International flights
Travel insurance
Personal expenses
Tips and gratuities
Optional boat safari or walking safari
* Indicative costs per person
WHY CHOOSE SOUTHERN TANZANIA?
Why Southern Tanzania?
Southern Tanzania is Tanzania’s best-kept secret, offering unrivaled wildlife, breathtaking scenery, and authentic cultural encounters with fewer visitors. Explore Nyerere National Park’s vast wilderness, cruise the rivers of Selous Game Reserve, and connect with local communities—all with the expertise of Daigle Tours, your local safari specialists.
Why Southern Tanzania Stands Out:
Why Visit Western Tanzania?
Western Tanzania is wild, remote, and utterly authentic — the ultimate off-the-grid adventure. Track chimpanzees in Mahale and Katavi’s untouched wilderness, walk with habituated troops in ancient forests, and feel like the only person on the planet, expertly guided by Daigle Tours.
Why the Western Circuit Stands Out:
Why Zanzibar & the Tanzanian Islands?
After the dust and drama of safari, sink your toes into Indian Ocean heaven. From historic Stone Town in Zanzibar to the whale-shark waters of Mafia and the private-island bliss of the archipelago, Daigle Tours delivers your perfect tropical finale.
Why the Tanzanian Islands Stand Out:
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Daigle Tours is a locally owned and operated safari company, built on a love for Tanzania and years of experience exploring its national parks, coastlines and hidden corners. We focus on personalised service, reliable logistics, and meaningful connections — with the land, wildlife, and people.
Local guides who really know the country
Flexible itineraries tailored to your interests
Honest advice and responsive support
A thoughtful approach to responsible travel
Let us show you the real Tanzania — wild, welcoming, and unforgettable.
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