Nyerere National Park Map
By the Foot Slopes Tours and Safaris team
Our Arusha-based guides and safari planners know Nyerere National Park first-hand, and write this guide from experience on the ground.
Nyerere National Park stretches across a vast area of southern Tanzania. Most safaris focus on the northern sector along the Rufiji River, where a chain of lakes such as Tagalala, Manze and Nzerakera concentrates wildlife and birdlife. Visitors usually fly into airstrips such as Mtemere or Siwandu from Dar es Salaam or Zanzibar, or arrive by road through the Mtemere or Matambwe gates.
Nyerere Areas at a Glance
The main areas visitors explore. Numbers on the map match the list.
Access Points
How travellers usually arrive and enter.
| Access point | Type | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Mtemere airstrip | Airstrip | Scheduled light-aircraft flights from Dar es Salaam and Zanzibar |
| Siwandu airstrip | Airstrip | Serves camps near Lake Nzerakera and Lake Manze |
| Mtemere gate | Road | Eastern gate, reached by road from Dar es Salaam |
| Matambwe gate | Road | Western gate, near the old Selous headquarters |
Best Nyerere Safari Packages by Season
Hand-picked southern circuit itineraries featuring Nyerere National Park, tailored privately by Foot Slopes Tours and Safaris.
6-Day Tanzania Southern Circuit Safari
A six-day fly-in safari linking Nyerere's Rufiji River boat safaris with Ruaha's vast wilderness.
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11-Day Best Of Southern Tanzania Safari
An eleven-day journey through Nyerere, Mikumi, Udzungwa, and Ruaha's finest southern-circuit wildlife.
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7-Day Southern Tanzania Safari
A seven-day circuit through Nyerere, Mikumi, and the Udzungwa Mountains' rainforest and wildlife.
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7-Day Tanzania off the Beaten Track Safari
A seven-day safari exploring quieter parks away from the crowds.
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8-Day Authentic Tanzania Safari Tours
An authentic eight-day safari experience across classic Tanzania destinations.
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8-Day Remarkable Tanzania Safari
An eight-day journey across Tanzania's most remarkable wildlife areas.
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7-Day Tanzania Budget Camping Safari
A budget-friendly seven-day camping safari without compromising on wildlife.
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An eleven-day itinerary designed specifically for solo safari travelers.
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Nyerere National Park Map: Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Nyerere National Park?
Nyerere National Park is in southern Tanzania, inland from Dar es Salaam. It forms the northern photographic safari area of the former Selous Game Reserve and is part of the southern safari circuit with Ruaha and Mikumi.
Which part of Nyerere do safaris visit?
Most safaris explore the northern sector along the Rufiji River and its lakes, including Tagalala, Manze and Nzerakera. This area has the best mix of game drives, boat safaris and walking safaris, and most camps are located here.
How do I get to Nyerere?
The easiest way is a scheduled light-aircraft flight from Dar es Salaam or Zanzibar to airstrips such as Mtemere or Siwandu, usually under an hour. You can also drive from Dar es Salaam, but it takes much longer on rough roads.
Can I combine Nyerere with Zanzibar?
Yes. Nyerere is one of the best parks to combine with Zanzibar because of short flight connections. A popular plan is three nights in Nyerere followed by a beach stay, or adding Ruaha for a longer southern safari.
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