Rufiji River Boat Safari

Rufiji refers to a river that empties into the Indian Ocean after rising in Tanzania. The Rufiji River, Tanzania’s largest river in East Africa. Drains the majority of the country’s southern region and is navigable for roughly 60 miles (100 km). It flows for over 175 miles northeast and east to enter the Indian Ocean, across from Mafia Island, and was created by the meeting of the Kilombero and Luwegu rivers. Rufiji River Boat Safari is one of the best activity every visitor should engage in while paying a visit in Tanzania. The Rufiji River is home to the Rufiji-Mafia-Kilwa Ramsar site, over 50,000 hectares of mangroves, and a basin that contains four large wildlife reserves, 92 forest reserves, and four national parks.

The Basin is blessed with a healthy climate, rich land, minerals, and people resources in addition to abundant water resources and biodiversity. It is frequently referred to as Tanzania’s “bread basket” due to its agricultural output. Several ethnic groups call Rufiji district home. The largest tribe is the Ndengereko, who originally lived in the area according to oral history. Other groups include the Matumbi, Nyagatwa, Ngindo, Pogoro, Makonde, and Nyagatwa, who are located in the delta area.

In which National Park is Rufiji River located

The Rufiji River meanders through Tanzania’s Nyerere National Park (previously Selous Game Reserve) for almost 600 kilometers before draining into the Indian Ocean.

Boat tours at Rufiji River

When visiting Nyerere National Park, two different kinds of boat safaris are available. The full-day boat safaris that explore the Rufiji River and the Selous lakes. And the quick two to three-hour sunset or dawn boat safaris along the Rufiji River outside the reserve. You have the option of doing the quick boat safari in the morning or the afternoon. Beautiful light is available in the morning (unless it’s cloudy), but because of the higher temperatures in the afternoon, there’s a better chance of sighting crocodiles. The benefit of an afternoon boat safari is that you can sail at sunset.

The full-day boat safari. On the other hand it offers a more thorough investigation into the lakes of the Selous Game Reserve. Along with any additional animals that may be present along the water’s edge at the time. You can view everything you would typically see on a short boat safari. Giraffes, impala, waterbucks, kudus, warthogs, and—for the lucky—elephants bathing or crossing the river are frequently spotted. To allow you to have a picnic lunch, your guide will pull the boat up to the shore of one of the lakes.

Other top activities to do at Rufiji River

Game Drives

In Tanzania’s Selous Game Reserve, game drives along the Rufiji River provide a unique opportunity to see wildlife. That is to say crocodiles, elephants, hippos, and a variety of birds, in addition to other large mammals like buffalo and lions.

How much does game drive cost at Rufiji

At Rufiji River, in the Selous Game Reserve, game drives normally cost $395 per person sharing in some seasons and $470 per person sharing in others.

Game walks

Rufiji River Camp in Selous Game Reserve offers game walks, also known as guided bush walks. They offer a personal and enlightening way to explore the ecology and wildlife. Including the opportunity to notice subtleties that are missed during game drives.

Visit Zanzibar Town

Zanzibar’s beautiful sand beaches, spice plantations, first-rate lodging, and historic Stone Town make it a well-liked Tanzanian vacation spot. One of the best examples of East Africa’s Swahili coastal commercial towns is the Stone Town of Zanzibar. On the northern extremity of the island are the well-known resorts of Nungwi and Kendwa, which are located clockwise around the coast. Given that their white sand beaches and vibrant turquoise waters are arguably the nicest in Zanzibar, it seems sense that both regions are well-liked.

Visit Rufiji River Camp

Situated at the eastern edge of the reserve’s photographic area, on a bank a few meters above the Rufiji River, River Camp boasts a fantastic site. The tents are comparatively evenly placed, and the camp stretches along a significant portion of the river. Additionally, the public spaces are spacious and offer some seclusion.

Accommodation at Rufiji River Camp

Visitors opt for the Rufiji River Camp’s Classic Tents. These tents feature roomy verandas and thatched roofs, making them ideal for gazing down at the river. Each of these eleven tents has an own ensuite bathroom and is positioned to provide some solitude. The Rufiji River Camp also offers three suites, each of which consists of two roomy tents with a private plunge pool and a wooden platform. Since each tent has its own bathroom, these accommodations are ideal for gatherings of friends or family.

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