Quick facts
Destination
Nyerere National Park
Country
Tanzania
Category
Luxury Tented Camp
Price tier
Budgted
Starting from
$104 per night
Star rating
3 / 5
Number of rooms
20
Nearest airport
Selous/Mtemere Airstrip — Near Mtemere Gate airstrip
Best for
Budget Nyerere, Mtemere Gate, Banda Bungalows, Glamping, Hot Springs, Last-Minute Safaris
Child policy
Children are welcome.
Last reviewed
May 2026
Africa Safari Selous โ Accessible Nyerere Wildlife at Mtemere Gate
Africa Safari Selous is positioned close to Mtemere Gate โ one of the main entrances to Nyerere National Park (formerly Selous Game Reserve) โ with the Rufiji River within walking distance. It is a mid-range property offering multiple accommodation types to suit different budgets: Pool and Banda Bungalows, and Luxury Glamping Safari Accommodations with en-suite bathrooms and air conditioning. A swimming pool with sun terrace, lounge bar, restaurant and information desk for last-minute safari bookings complete the facilities.
Reviews describe an "extremely large Selous Game Reserve experience," excellent cleanliness, spacious and comfortable accommodations and warm, friendly staff. Some guests note limited WiFi and high drink prices. The hot springs accessible from the property are a distinctive added attraction. TripAdvisor reviews consistently describe it as a "paradisiacal retreat" offering great value for the location.
Accommodation
Banda bungalows and luxury glamping tents with AC and en-suite bathrooms. Memory foam beds, down duvets, blackout curtains and in-room safes. Pool with sun terrace, lounge bar, restaurant. Hot springs access. On-site information desk for game drive and safari bookings. Hiking, ecotours and Rufiji riverbank walks.
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WhatsApp UsLocation & getting there
Nearest airport
Selous/Mtemere Airstrip
Transfer time
Near Mtemere Gate airstrip
Facilities & amenities
Rooms & accommodation
Banda Bungalow
Traditional banda bungalows with down duvets, memory foam beds, in-room safe and private balcony. Pool and restaurant access.
Luxury Glamping Tent
Luxury glamping tents with en-suite bathroom, air conditioning, blackout curtains and safe. More comfortable option with same wildlife access.
Activities offered
Best time to visit
โ Good season โ Low / wet season
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WhatsApp UsSafariBando's view
Africa Safari Selous is the most accessible budget entry point to Nyerere National Park near Mtemere Gate. The range of accommodation from bandas to glamping tents with AC suits different comfort levels, and the pool is a welcome post-safari amenity. For a step up in quality at Nyerere, Selous Kinga Lodge or Beho Beho are the next tier options.โ The SafariBando team
