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Best Time to Visit Selous Game Reserve
Best Time to Visit Selous Game Reserve
When planning the trip to Selous Game Reserve or any other National Park in Tanzania or Eastern Africa, it is better to know the best time to visit like the best time to visit Selous Game Reserve. June to October is the dry season which is the ideal time to observe wildlife in the park. The wildlife is easier to see because the vegetation isn’t thick and the wild animals have gathered around the known water sources, being the lakes and other water holes. This is the high season in the Selous Game Reserve. However, after the short rains of November and early December, the reserve is lush and green again and what is known as the green season of mid-December through March, is a great time to visit too. While it is getting hotter in temperature, many animals have their young during this season. Subsequent to the end of the heavy rains, the roads are extremely impassable and many of the camps are closed as the wet season comes to an end. A good time to observe the scares wild dogs is during their denning phase
Best time for bird watching in Selous
The best time for Birding in Selous game reserve the Selous is a wonderful time as it is a bird-watching destination throughout the year. Since migratory birds coming from Europe or the northern part of Africa are present starting in April, this the finest time for watching birds. The resident species begin Nesting almost at the same time therefore it is really easy to see the birds while in breeding plumage. Towards the finish of the wet season, the majority of the camps closed (in April), and then opens again in the month of June. For the best game views, we recommend that you travel then which is from June up to October. Enclose Africa Safaris will assist you to know the best time to visit Selous Game Reserve and plan your trip.
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Trips that visit Selous Game Reserve
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Lodges and camps near Selous Game Reserve
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Planning a trip to Selous Game Reserve
When is the best time to visit Selous Game Reserve?
June to October is the core dry season, with a second good window from January to February. The reserve is hot and wet from March to May, and many camps close.
How many days do you need for Selous Game Reserve?
Safaris featuring Selous Game Reserve typically run about 6 days. Every itinerary is private, so we tailor the length to you.
How much does a safari to Selous Game Reserve cost?
Private, guided safaris that include Selous Game Reserve start from around $2,504 per person. The final price depends on your travel dates, choice of lodges, and group size, and we quote every itinerary individually.
How do I get to Selous Game Reserve?
Fly into Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR) in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania, then take a short light-aircraft flight to the airstrip serving your camp. Your Enclose Africa Safaris guide handles every transfer from arrival to departure.
Plan your trip to Selous Game Reserve
Tell us your dates and what you would love to see. A real person from our Arusha, Tanzania office replies within one business day with a tailor-made itinerary, no obligation.