subject: Wilderness Camping In Selous With Wild Things [print this page] Africa is one of the most beautiful places in the world. Aside from its spellbinding scenery, rich culture, and diverse flora and fauna; there are also many exciting activities that can be experienced. Thus, it is not surprising why Africa is one of the dream destinations for most people.
Being the world's second largest continent, Africa covers 30.2 million square kilometers of land area, including adjacent islands. This large continent is divided into five regions namely Eastern Africa, Middle Africa, Northern Africa, Southern Africa, and Western Africa. From among these regions, one of the largest fauna reserves is located.
The Selous Game Reserve is one of the largest fauna reserves in Africa. It is located in the south of Tanzania, which is in Eastern Africa. This game reserve covers more than 54,000 square kilometers, and is perhaps one of the few reserves in the country which do not allow permanent human habitation.
While there are many lodges and campsites within the Selous Game Reserve, the Tanzania Game Department prudently controls the entry and exit of the reserve. This is done in order to ensure that the natural environment of the reserve is preserved. However, wilderness camping within the reserve can be arranged with safaris.
There are many interesting places to see at the Selous Game Reserve. One of the most interesting places inside the reserve is the Rufiji River. The Rufiji River flows into the Indian Ocean which is right in front of the Mafia Island and the Stiegler canyon. This river also showcases a wide variety of flora, and bird species.
The Selous Game Reserve is also famous for the Big Five. Moreover, the reserve is home to the largest population of elephants in Africa. A number of different species of endemic and migratory birds can also be easily spotted along the banks of the Rufiji River. Indeed, the diversity in the wildlife at the reserve is truly astounding. Moreover, the reserve is covered with distinctly green grasses and vegetation. There is probably no other better place to experience the wildlife than at Selous's.
Since the reserve allows safaris by foot, many tourists get a first-hand experience with the wild. In fact, one of the most preferred tourist activities is camping in the wilderness of Selous. Many safaris include wilderness camping such as the Wild Things. True to the meaning of every word, Wild Things offer the best safari experience while taking into consideration the cost and the budget.
In order to get the best African safari experience, it is most important to book in a safari which offers great packages that fits your budget and interests. Moreover, it is also important to consider safaris that would take you to the most amazing places in Tanzania such as the Serengeti National Park, the Kilimanjaro Mountains, and the Selous Game Reserve.
