Roho ya Selous
Nyerere National Park, Tanzania
Highlights
- Prime location: Set in the heart of Nyerere National Park (formerly Selous Game Reserve), the camp provides access to diverse ecosystems, including open savannah, riverine forests, and vast wetlands teeming with wildlife.
- Incredible predator sightings: The area is home to one of Africa’s largest lion populations, along with high densities of leopards and cheetahs. It is also a stronghold for African wild dogs, offering rare opportunities to observe these elusive predators.
- Elephant and buffalo herds: Massive herds of elephants and buffalo roam the park, frequently seen along the Rufiji River and floodplains, providing some of the most dramatic wildlife encounters in East Africa.
- Luxury tented accommodation: Spacious canvas suites are designed for comfort in the wild, featuring private verandas, en-suite bathrooms, and an innovative evening cooling system that ensures restful nights even in the warmer months.
- Diverse safari activities: Unlike many safari destinations, Roho ya Selous offers a mix of game drives, walking safaris, boat safaris, and catch-and-release fishing, allowing guests to experience the park from multiple perspectives.
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Rufiji River experiences: Boat safaris along the Rufiji River reveal an abundance of hippos, crocodiles, and birdlife, creating a serene yet thrilling way to explore the waterways of Nyerere National Park.
Why we love Roho ya Selous
Tucked away in a quiet corner of Nyerere National Park you find this absolute gem of a safari camp, somehow they have created a piece of wonderfully relaxed luxury in what appears to be the most beautiful spot, and yet there’s no one there. The perfect form of escapism.
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Roho ya Selous, Tanzania
A hippo swimming near Roho ya Selous, Tanzania
Roho ya Selous, Tanzania
Sundowners on the water at Roho ya Selous, Tanzania
Guides at Roho ya Selous are some of the very best in Tanzania
Relax by the pool at Roho ya Selous, Tanzania
Roho ya Selous, Tanzania
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Roho ya Selous, Tanzania
Birds heading home to roost near Roho ya Selous, Tanzania
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How to get there
The easiest way to reach Roho ya Selous is a light aircraft flight, this takes between 2-3 hours from Arusha and you land around 15 minutes drive from the camp.
Are children welcome?
Children aged 5 and above are welcome at Roho ya Selous, although families with children under 12 are required to book a private safari vehicle, allowing for flexible game drives tailored to their interests and energy levels. While there are no dedicated children’s programs, guides adapt activities to engage young explorers, introducing them to tracking, wildlife conservation, and the unique ecosystem of Nyerere National Park.
Giving back
- Solar power: The camp runs on solar energy, minimizing reliance on fossil fuels and reducing its carbon footprint.
- Eco-friendly design: Structures are designed to be removable and low-impact, adhering to strict environmental policies on water management and waste reduction.
- Plastic-free initiatives: The camp actively reduces plastic waste by eliminating single-use plastics and providing guests with reusable water bottles.
- Sustainable tourism practices: Every stay contributes to wildlife conservation efforts and community development, supporting local employment and education programs.
- Community involvement: Partnerships with local communities help promote sustainable livelihoods, ensuring that tourism has a lasting, positive impact on the region.
What wildlife can you expect to see?
Wildlife at Roho ya Selous (Nyerere National Park)
- Big Cats: Lions are commonly seen, often in large prides, while leopards are more elusive but frequently spotted. Cheetahs are also present in the open plains.
- African Wild Dogs: One of the best places in Africa to see endangered wild dogs, with frequent sightings of packs hunting.
- Elephants: Large herds roam the woodlands and riverbanks, often seen bathing or drinking along the Rufiji River.
- Hippos & Crocodiles: Abundant in the Rufiji River, with hippos wallowing in the shallows and massive crocodiles basking on the banks.
- Buffalo: Large herds migrate through the park, often attracting lions and other predators.
- Giraffes & Zebras: Common sightings, particularly in open savannah areas and along woodland edges.
- Antelope Species: Includes rare sable and roan antelope, greater kudu, impala, waterbuck, and the tiny dik-dik.
- Birdlife: Over 400 species, including African fish eagles, kingfishers, storks, bee-eaters, and the colourful lilac-breasted roller.
With a mix of open savannah, woodlands, and riverine habitats, Sand Rivers Selous offers diverse and rewarding wildlife encounters.
