Selous Game Reserve big 5. Selous Game Reserve big 5 animals are the top attractions in Selous Game Reserve now known as Nyerere National Park. Any travelers to Africa looks to encounter the big 5 animals, named after their hard-to-hunt experience of the early travelers and hunters who hunted the animals down for fun and pride.
The big 5 animals include lions, leopards, elephants, buffalos and rhinos. All these big 5 animals can be found in Selous Game Reserve Tanzania. any traveler looking to visit Tanzania on a Selous Game Reserve safari especially for among others a Selous game drive or guided walking safari, these big 5 animals can easily be seen.
Lions in Selous Game Reserve (Nyerere National Park)
It is estimated that there are about 3000 lions in Selous Game Reserve, or Nyerere National Park. It is also estimated that there are close to 1,700 to 6,900 lions in Nyerere National Park and the surrounding Selous Game Reserve area. This therefore makes Selous Game Reserve Tanzania one of the best Tanzania safari park to see lions in large numbers. Lion prides in Selous Game Reserve are a common sight, with prides of 5 to 12 individuals usually seen by travelers while on Selous game drives. The lions in Selous Game Reserve feast on wildebeests, buffalos, zebras and giraffes and sometimes hippos too!
Elephants in Selous Game Reserve
Nyerere National Park is home to the largest concentration of elephants ion Africa; half the total population of elephants in Tanzania is found in Nyerere National Park formerly Selous Game Reserve. A Selous game drive guarantees travelers a sight of herds of elephants irrespective of the season and time of day.
Buffalos in Selous Game Reserve
Buffaloes are another common sight in Selous Game Reserve. African buffalo also known as the Cape Buffalo is one of the most dangerous animals to stay weary of while on a Tanzania safari tour due to the volatile and unpredictable nature. Especially to look out for are the solitary male buffalos, female buffalos protecting their calves, at all times. Buffalos are social animals living in herds of 100 or more individuals.
Leopards in Selous Game Reserve
Categorised as one of the Big Cats, leopards are one of the big 5 animals in Selous Game Reserve Tanzania. Healthy numbers of elephants can be found in Selous Game Reserve Tanzania and can thus be easily seen while on different tourist activities in Selous Game Reserve including game drives in Selous.
Rhinos in Selous Game Reserve
Selous Game Reserve or Nyerere National Park inhabits a considerable population of Black Rhino which is a smaller yet more aggressive species compared to the white rhino. Rhinos are not easily seen in most Tanzania national parks; be sure to look out to spot them in Selous Game Reserve while on your Selous Game drive any time of the year.
Apart from the Selous Game Reserve big 5 animals include wildebeests, giraffes, zebras, hippos, antelopes, wild dogs, among so many others. The Rufiji River is a great source of water all throughout the year that the animals can drink of.
To see the big 5 animals in Selous Game Reserve, there are different activities that travelers can do. Activities in Selous Game Reserve include;
Game Drives
Game drives in Selous Game Reserve can be done both open sided and closed-sided safari vehicles, throughout the park. Game drives can be done all throughout the day, with early morning and evening Selous game drives being most rewarding.
Walking Safaris
Get to explore the animals in Selous Game Reserve while on a guided walking safari, an on-foot experience that brings you up close with nature and the different wildlife in the park. The wonderful landscape of Selous Game Reserve is one to marvel at while on a walking safari in Selous Game Reserve.
Boat Safari
Boat along the Rufiji River with excellent views of the landscapes and animals especially along the banks of the Rufiji River as the animals come for a dip or drink. Elephants and buffalos are a common sight.
Other activities to enjoy in Selous Game Reserve include bird watching, and cultural tours to Mloka village.
Start planning for your Tanzania safari tour visiting Selous Game Reserve or simply get in touch with a reputable tour operator to help you pitch a tailored Selous Game Reserve safari perfect for you.
