Nyati - Roho Ya Selous

Tanzania - Selous

Roho Ya Selous.

Starting From:

$757 PP/N

Set on a hill overlooking the water, Roho ya Selous sits in the very heart of the Selous Game Reserve.

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Selous - Tanzania.

Game Drives & Boat Safaris

Explore this vast wilderness, home to hippo's & one of Africa’s largest populations of wild dog, with expert safari guides.

The real magic of the Selous lies in the variety each day on safari brings. Whether you’re exploring on a game drive in search of leopard lurking in the shady boughs of a fig tree, or out on foot tracking wildlife that’s ventured close to camp during the night, this reserve is full of surprises. With just eight canvas tented rooms, each with air-cooling systems over your bed to ensure a peaceful night’s sleep in the hotter months, Roho ya Selous strikes the perfect balance between comfort and adventure.

General Info:

Balancing comfort and a dose of adventure, Roho ya Selous offers seasoned travellers an authentic safari experience in a prime position in the Selous Game Reserve. The name Roho ya Selous means “the heart of Selous” and what better place to base yourself for a safari than in this vast wilderness. Mixing indoor and outdoor living, it is the perfect space for some quiet contemplation to complement your adventures out on safari.

The open-sided mess area under stretched canvas offers plentiful shade and catches the breeze whichever way the wind is blowing. In the evening gather at the mess tent to share stories of your day’s adventures with fellow guests, enjoying a delicious dinner surrounded by the night-time sounds of the bush.

Luxury Tents:

Tucked away into the trees, each of the eight tents are set far apart to maximise privacy. They are stylish and spacious, measuring an impressive 60m² inside. Thoughtful details include an evening breeze cooling system over the bed to allow you to sleep peacefully even during the hotter months, and a beautiful wall hanging separating the en-suite bathroom, complete with indoor and outdoor shower. A veranda offers a shady spot to unwind during the heat of the day and watch game as it passes through camp.

Location:

Roho ya Selous lies in the very heart of the photographic sector of the Selous Game Reserve, a prime position for game-viewing and exploring this rugged and beautiful region. Set on a hill overlooking the water, Roho ya Selous sits close to a key waterway which links Lake Manze to Lake Nzerakera, where pods of hippos wallow and fish eagles perch on branches in search of their next catch.

The camp is truly immersed in this wild environment, and it’s not uncommon to find a giraffe wandering along the sandy path behind your tent on its way to the water.

The Selous is quite unlike the grassy plains of the northern parks such as the Serengeti. Instead, you’ll find yourself surrounded by swamps, palm trees and of course the rivers and lakes which breathe life into this vast reserve. These diverse habitats are part of what makes a safari in Selous so rewarding; by traversing ever-changing landscapes on your explorations you are always encountering different flora and fauna along the way.

As well as the traditional safari species including elephant, buffalo, hippo, lion and leopard, the Selous is home to one of the the largest populations of wild dog (also known as African hunting dog) on the planet.