Sand Rivers

Sand Rivers is an adventurous barefoot luxury lodge in the quieter area of the Selous Game Reserve.  Owned by Nomad Tanzania, who have camps in pretty much every park in Tanzania, this is one of their top properties and it’s great for those seeking adventure in the wilderness, with lots of walking safari, excellent fly camping and boating. One of the oldest lodges built back in the 80s, it is arguably one of the best river spots on the Rufiji River.

Sand Rivers is located in the Selous Game Reserve in the south of Tanzania and is easily reached by light aircraft from Dar es Salaam, just a 45 minute flight.  The camp is located further west than the other properties in the reserve in a slightly quieter area, with direct access to boating safari up to Steiglers Gorge as well as walking safari from the camp.  The camp is positioned on the banks of the river under the shade of trees.

The main area of the lodge is raised, with fantastic views down onto the river here there’s plenty of hippo and other game activity.  The main area is open faced with thatched roof and stone floors, a communal pool off to the side and plenty of areas to relax in the afternoon.

The rooms and suites are spread out along the banks of the river, have a very open feel to them, with outdoor en suite bathrooms and mosquito-netted beds.  The openness of the rooms is certainly for the more adventurous. The suites and hill side rooms are both excellent, with the suites being more spacious and having their own private plunge pool.

Sand Rivers Selous offers some of the best Selous Safari activities in the Selous with great boating safari up to Steiglers gorge where you will stop off for a spot of breakfast on a sand bank.  The walking safari in the dry season can be extended with a few days fly camping – an excellent experience!

*For a full list of available activities, the best time of the year to visit, and any other relevant enquiries, please contact a Sister Hippo Travel Consultant!