Tanzania is endowed with majestic parks. All of them host more wonderful wildlife than you can imagine. Serengeti National Park and Ngorongoro Crater are among the top on most safari-goers’ bucket lists. Both are located in the famous Northern Circuit. Tanzania still has other captivating destinations in the southern part (or the Southern Circuit). You might have heard of the Selous Game Reserve, an intriguing game reserve in the southern part of Tanzania. It’s currently called Nyerere National Park. Visiting it feels different, and in this article, we’ll highlight what camping feels like. Nyerere National Park is arguably the biggest national park in Africa. It’s 30,893 square kilometers. It beats the likes of Kafue National Park of Zambia, Etosha National Park of Namibia, and Kruger National Park of South Africa.
All about camping in Nyerere National Park
The magic is when you wake up to the rustling of leaves as an elephant brushes past. Imagine falling asleep in Africa’s largest park. In the morning, you enjoy the views of the wild as the golden sunrise illuminates the mighty Rufiji River. Camping in Selous Game Reserve isn’t just a safari, it’s your way to explore the unheard, unseen, and missed moments of the wild. It is an unforgettable experience. It’s your chance to connect with nature instead of staying in comfort lodges.
Camping is the way to explore how the wilderness behaves during the night. There is plenty to see and experience after the sunset.
In the night, you can detect even sounds of small insects. Such sounds usually go unnoticed. You’ll get to know the sounds of hyenas, lions, and many others because the night is calm. You can also detect small movements of birds and small animals.
The stars look beautiful at night. Additionally, light pollution is absent because the Nyerere is far away from city lights. You can witness the Milk Way right from your camp. Our guides are good at interpreting stars’ arrangement and their meaning. They also know how the locals used constellation patterns to predict fortune and season.
Additionally, a camp unites different visitors. You can make friends as you interact with fellow campers (if you’re on a public campsite). You can listen to or tell stories about life experiences on a campfire, or in stargazing points.
Camping options setup
Safari camping comes in different ways. And of course, it can be organized by your tour operator in collaboration with the accommodation. In most cases, lodges do all the preparation for it. In Nyerere National Park, you can choose campsites based on your interests and budget. If you want it to be private, select a private campsite, but if you want it to be more social and budget-friendly, pick a public campsite.
What to pack for a camping safari?
As you prepare for your camping safari, do not forget to bring some of these items
- Sleeping gear
- Sleeping bag
- Lightweight clothing
- Heavyweight clothing
The best time to visit
Camping is good in the dry season (June to October). You won’t be interrupted by rainfall or any unpredictable weather pattern. The sky is also clear, and that permits stargazing.
Nyerere camping fees
Before you decide on booking a camping safari in the Nyerere National Park, let’s have a close look at the fees. Kindly note that the fees are updated every year.
Public campsite. Foreign visitors are required to pay $30 per person for adults and $5 per person for children. Same fees apply for expatriates.
Special campsite. Adult foreign visitors are obliged to pay $60 per person. Children are charged $5 per person. Same fees apply for expatriates.
Fly campsite. If you are an adult foreigner, you’re obliged to pay $50 per person. Children are charged $10 per person. These fees apply to expatriates.
Note
Adults are all persons of the age of 16 years or above.
Children include all visitors aged 5 and 15 years old.
Camping fees are payable per night.
Expatriates are foreign citizens living in the United Republic of Tanzania legally.
For anyone seeking adventure beyond luxury and comfort lodges, you have come to the right place. Camping Nin yerere National Park offers an intimate, one-of-a-kind experience. The night sky unfolds the unseen stars. The singing, laughter, and roaring noises create incredible music. Are you ready to embrace this unforgettable experience? Reach out to 4×4 Adventures for more details.
- Lake Manze Tented Camp
- Selous Impala Camp
- Rufiji River Camp
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- Serena Mivumo River Lodge
- Sand Rivers Selous
- Siwandu Camp
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Getting to Nyerere National Park
There are different ways of getting to Nyerere National Park. The closest city is Dar es Salaam. International visitors can get to Julius Kambarage International Airport. It receives thousands of flights from Europe, America, Asia, and other parts of Africa. From this airport, you can fly to one of its airstrips: Beho Beho, Mtemere, Mbuyu, and Matambwe. Another option is by road. The Nyerere is 230 kilometers away from Dar es Salaam. It’s a 5-6-hour drive.
