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Rufiji River Camp
From $720 /person
Timeless safari moments along the water’s edge.
Rufiji River Camp offers a front-row seat to Selous (Nyerere National Park), with wide river views that feel both cinematic and deeply grounding. Canvas tents rest beneath shady palms and tamarind trees, creating a classic safari atmosphere shaped by birdsong, soft breezes, and the steady pulse of the river. Days unfold through guided game drives, boat safaris, and leisurely moments watching elephant herds, hippos, and crocodiles drift through the channels below. Evenings gather around crackling fires and lantern-lit dinners, with the river reflecting the shifting colours of dusk. Rufiji River Camp suits travellers who want an authentic, nature-led safari experience with simple comforts, intimate guiding, and easy access to one of Tanzania’s most wildlife-rich landscapes.
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Rooms
Tent
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4Rufiji River Lodge classic tents are extremely spacious and have a large veranda for outside space. Each tent has the option of sleeping 1,2,3 or 4 people with either 2 Kingsize beds or 1 Kingsize bed plus 2 single beds.
From $720
Tent
2•4Rufiji River Lodge classic tents are extremely spacious and have a large veranda for outside space. Each tent has the option of sleeping 1,2,3 or 4 people with either 2 Kingsize beds or 1 Kingsize bed plus 2 single beds.
From $720
Facilities
The below facilities are available at this stay:
- Restaurant
- Eco Friendly
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January
From $570
February
From $570
March
From $570
April
From $566
May
From $566
June
From $596
July
From $746
August
From $746
September
From $746
October
From $746
November
From $596
December
From $720
January
From $570
February
From $570
March
From $570
April
From $566
May
From $566
June
From $596
July
From $746
August
From $746
September
From $746
October
From $746
November
From $596
December
From $720
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