Boat Safari in Nyerere National Park

Boat safaris primarily take place on the wide, winding Rufiji River and its interconnected lakes, such as Lake Siwandu and Lake Tagalala. There are two main variations: the Short Boat Safari (2–3 hours) and the Full-Day Boat Safari. The short trips are typically scheduled for sunrise or sunset, offering spectacular lighting and active birdlife. The full-day excursion allows for a deeper exploration of the river’s tributaries and lakes, often including a picnic lunch on a sandbank or shaded shore. You will see incredible concentrations of hippos and Nile crocodiles, as well as water-dependent wildlife like buffalo, waterbuck, and occasionally lions or leopards near the water's edge.