Selous Accomodation Review by Annabel Skinner, author of the Cadogan Guide to Tanzania
The Selous Safari Camp
Owned by the Selous Safari Company, Selous Safari Camp is the Selous Game Reserves best tented camp. Having been recently refurbished, and now offering a 9 tented standard camp or, a slightly more luxury, 4 tented ‘Private’ camp (an extra $50 pppn), Selous Safari Camp is without doubt the finest tented accommodation in the park.
An authentic and elegant permanent tented camp tucked among the palm trees on the banks of the Rufiji River, the camp is spacious and stylishly designed, with a shady swimming pool in both the private and the main camp. A richly furnished dining room and bar area raised high on stilts substantial enough to withstand the onslaught of elephant perusals during candlelit suppers, are the primary focus of the main camp and offers stunning views over the lagoon beside of camp.
All rooms in both camps have their own private verandas, outdoor showers and are colourfully bright and airy. The atmosphere is relaxed and comfortable; the camp staff give guests a real sense of being looked after, and provide an inspired gourmet menu that belies the rural bush location, even on intrepid fly-camping expeditions.
Standards of guiding and wildlife expertise are some of the best in the park, and taking the opportunity to fly-camp under the stars with the experts is extremely worthwhile for the extra cost. Walking safaris are also recommended; they are well led and give a wonderful opportunity to observe the minutiae of bush life; bird calls and animal tracks. Prices when compared to those of competitors offer exceptional value for money.
With its combination of great location, good food, relaxed atmosphere and excellent guiding, it is well worth a visit at any time of year.
Owned by the Selous Safari Company, Selous Safari Camp is the Selous Game Reserves best tented camp. Having been recently refurbished, and now offering a 9 tented standard camp or, a slightly more luxury, 4 tented ‘Private’ camp (an extra $50 pppn), Selous Safari Camp is without doubt the finest tented accommodation in the park.
An authentic and elegant permanent tented camp tucked among the palm trees on the banks of the Rufiji River, the camp is spacious and stylishly designed, with a shady swimming pool in both the private and the main camp. A richly furnished dining room and bar area raised high on stilts substantial enough to withstand the onslaught of elephant perusals during candlelit suppers, are the primary focus of the main camp and offers stunning views over the lagoon beside of camp.
All rooms in both camps have their own private verandas, outdoor showers and are colourfully bright and airy. The atmosphere is relaxed and comfortable; the camp staff give guests a real sense of being looked after, and provide an inspired gourmet menu that belies the rural bush location, even on intrepid fly-camping expeditions.
Standards of guiding and wildlife expertise are some of the best in the park, and taking the opportunity to fly-camp under the stars with the experts is extremely worthwhile for the extra cost. Walking safaris are also recommended; they are well led and give a wonderful opportunity to observe the minutiae of bush life; bird calls and animal tracks. Prices when compared to those of competitors offer exceptional value for money.
With its combination of great location, good food, relaxed atmosphere and excellent guiding, it is well worth a visit at any time of year.
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