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  • Location: Tanzania, Selous
  • Type of Accommodation: Tented Camp
  • Comfort Level: Basic

overview

Situated in the north-eastern region of the vast Selous Game Reserve and overlooking the mighty Rufiji River, this permanent tented camp offers the highest possible level of comfort while remaining close to nature. Ideal for a relaxed safari experience, Rufiji River Camp is situated high on a bank and offers incredible wildlife viewing - even from the individual tents.

Explore the area on 4x4 excursions, walking safaris and a boat trip along the Rufiji River - a definite trip highlight that will bring you to adjoining lakes where hippo, crocodile and 400 species of bird can be observed in the their natural habitat.The camp itself is powered by solar panels, resulting in a minimal impact on the environment and offers a 270-degree view over the river and the plains beyond.

highlights

  • On the banks of the Rufiji River
  • In the heart of the Selous wilderness
  • Relaxed, friendly safari retreat
  • Unforgettable boat trips
  • Hippo & crocodile sightings from the camp
  • Fabulous birding - over 400 species
  • Soak up African sunsets from your tent

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Facilities

The library offers a quiet, relaxing spot to curl up with one of the wildlife books or gaze out over the river.

The covered swimming pool is situated between reception and mess area, creating a wonderful place to cool down and socialise during the lazy afternoons.

General Facilities

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    Library
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    Restaurant
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    Bar
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    Swimming Pool

Dining

The central restaurant at Rufiji River Lodge is open-fronted and thatched with palm trees, offering a beautiful location in which to end off your days and relax during lunch time. Sit down to both exotic and traditional international meals, and treat yourself to something different like wild impala and warthog. The camp has a license to take a certain allocation of these each year, offering you a rare chance to try these delicacies.

Standard Room

The 20 tents that make up Rufiji River Camp are all positioned to face the sun setting over the river, creating a perfect end to every day.

Each tent is fitted with comfortable beds, walled en suite bathrooms, and mosquito netting. Each tent has its own veranda that is sheltered by a roof of local straw (makuti), giving you the perfect place to do some reading or to simply enjoy the views with a drink in hand.

Standard Room AMENITIES

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    Mosquito net
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    En-suite shower only
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    Outside area
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    Safe

Activities

  • Full-day safari
  • Game drives
  • Walking safaris
  • Birding
  • Boat excursions
  • Fishing
  • Guided walks
 
  • dates rates from board basis
  • 02 Jun 2013 - 31 Oct 2013 $225 Full Board
  • 01 Nov 2013 - 22 Dec 2013 $195 Full Board
  • 23 Dec 2013 - 05 Jan 2014 $225 Full Board
  • 06 Jan 2014 - 31 Mar 2014 $195 Full Board

All rates are quoted per person sharing per night unless otherwise stipulated

Please note, additional room types are also available. Request a quote for rate detail

Pricing is meant as a guide only.

Go2Africa contracts rates that are significantly below accommodation general public rack rates. Due to contract confidentiality we are often not able to publish our best rate.

Contact us – via Request a Quote – for an accurate, market best rate.

All prices are subject to availability, change or increase without notice and seasonality.

Single supplements are often applicable. Options and rates vary from supplier to supplier.

Traveller Reviews

  • My favorite part of the trip. Loved the ability to do walking and river safaris. Loved the facility and the management there is excellent.

    Julie Greenberg, July 2010

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Liesel van Zyl

Liesel van Zyl

Product Manager

"This is one of the oldest camps in the Selous but it offers the best views hands down!"

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My favorite part of the trip. Loved the ability to do walking and river safaris. Loved the facility and the management there is excellent.

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