From Zanzibar: 1-Day Selous Safari with Scenic Flight & Bush Lunch

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Selous Safari from Zanzibar. Spot wild animals in their natural habitat and enjoy a scenic flight over stunning landscapes. Includes lunch, park fees & flights.

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Fly from Zanzibar and experience a real African safari — all in just one unforgettable day.

Your adventure starts with an early hotel pickup (if you’ve chosen the option with hotel transfer; exact time will be confirmed the day before). At 6:00 AM, board a twin-engine plane for a safe and comfortable flight, enjoying stunning scenic views over the ocean and the vast plains of Selous National Park — one of Africa’s largest and most diverse protected areas.

Upon your arrival at Mtemere Airstrip around 7:00 AM, you’ll be greeted by your professional local safari guide. Together with a small group of no more than six guests, you’ll climb aboard a custom 4×4 safari jeep, specially designed with guaranteed panoramic views for the ultimate safari experience.

Your morning game drive takes you through varied terrain, where you may encounter elephants, lions, giraffes, zebras, hippos, buffalos, and possibly even rare African wild dogs. Along the way, your guide will share fascinating facts, stories, and insider insights about the park and its wildlife — so much that you might leave feeling like a true safari expert yourself.

Around 12:30–1:00 PM, stop for a well-earned bush lunch served at a peaceful spot surrounded by the park’s natural beauty, giving you a true sense of being immersed in nature. After lunch, set off on a second game drive to spot more wildlife before heading back to the airstrip around 4:00 PM for your return flight to Zanzibar.

Upon arrival, if you’ve chosen the option with hotel transfer, a vehicle will be waiting to take you back to your hotel (around 6:00 PM) — ending a full and unforgettable day in the wild.

Drinks and light refreshments are available in the vehicle, and raincoats are provided in case of showers.
All flights, transfers, park fees, guiding, lunch, and drinks are included — all you need to bring is your camera and your sense of adventure.

From: 400$

Available spots: 40

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About this activity

Free cancellation

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund

Live tour guide

English

Duration

11 hours (without transfer)

Private group available

Please contact us for a private tour option

Pickup optional

Please wait at your hotel reception or lobby 5–10 minutes before the scheduled pickup time. Your driver will meet you there and call your name, then your adventure will begin with a comfortable, air-conditioned van ride. Note: The exact pickup time will be confirmed one day before the activity.

Highlights
  • Wildlife spotting in Selous – elephants, lions, giraffes, zebras, hippos & more.
  • Ride a 4x4 safari jeep with guaranteed panoramic views
  • Scenic flight in a twin-engine plane from Zanzibar to Selous
  • Bush lunch in the heart of the park – dine fully immersed in nature.
  • Small group experience – maximum 6 guests per vehicle for an intimate safari.
  • Includes
    Hotel pickup and drop-off (if you’ve selected the hotel transfer option)
    Return domestic flight between Zanzibar and Selous on a twin-engine plane for your maximum comfort and safety.
    Shared 4x4 game drives in specially designed vehicles for optimal wildlife viewing
    Guaranteed individual seat with clear views
    Small group experience – maximum 6 guests per vehicle
    Professional safari guide and driver sharing local knowledge and stories
    Bush lunch in the heart of the park surrounded by nature
    Drinking water and light refreshments in the vehicle
    Raincoats in case of showers
    Park entry and landing fees
    All government taxes and charges
    French and German available on request — just reach out ahead of time to confirm
    A memorable safari adventure to take back home
    Tips for the safari guide and driver (optional)
    Travel insurance (recommended but not provided)
    Not suitable for
  • Children under 4 years
  • Pregnant women
  • People with back problems
  • Wheelchair users
  • People with insect allergies
  • Important information

    What to bring

  • Passport
  • Comfortable shoes
  • Hat
  • Sunscreen
  • Comfortable clothes
  • Insect repellent
  • Not allowed

  • Drones
  • Flash photography
  • Littering
  • Feeding animals
  • Touching animals
  • Know before you go

  • A valid passport is required for domestic flight check-in.
  • If no hotel transfer selected: arrive at the domestic flight terminal at least 30 minutes before departure.
  • Departure times and carriers may change due to operational, weather, or safety reasons.
  • Please plan your return to Zanzibar at least 2 days before any international flight. ---We are not responsible for missed connections or activities due to weather delays.
  • If you have any special needs or health concerns, please let us know in advance.
  • French and German are available on request — just reach out ahead of time to confirm.
  • Meet us here
    If you haven’t chosen the hotel pick-up, please meet us at this location 30 minutes before your activity starts. Meeting point for guests without hotel transfer: We’ll meet you in the parking area in front of Zanzibar Airport, at the entrance to the domestic flights terminal. Our guide will be wearing an Ocean Blue T-shirt for easy identification. Please arrive at least 30 minutes before departure.
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