Views of the Rufiji River and its wildlife fill your open-fronted room

This remarkable riverside lodge brings the outside in with natural light, cooling breezes, and the sights and sounds of the wild

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The perfect spot for some afternoon sunbathing

Sand Rivers Selous is an epic base for exploring the wonders of Nyerere National Park, but it's also a pretty lovely setting for soaking up some rays and enjoying the peace and quiet of the wild.

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Spacious. Airy. Special.

Our large open-fronted cottages are raised on high concrete platforms that bring sweeping views across the river and beyond.

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Our handsome light-filled lodge…

…with wide-screen technicolour views across an iconic African riverbank - and a pretty perfect spot for watching the sun go down on another day out in the wild.

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Epic views from your en-suite

All Sand Rivers rooms have spacious en-suite bathrooms with flush toilets, powerful showers and a view to cleanse the soul.

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Take some time to take it all in

If you're going to contemplate life, you might as well do it from your private plunge pool overlooking the Great Rufiji River at Sand Rivers Selous.

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On a mile-wide bend…

…in the Great Rufiji River in a part of the park no one else knows, we've a patch of paradise that lends itself to every kind of adventure you can imagine.

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The ideal spot to slow down on safari

Afternoons spent at Sand Rivers. A good book and a wild view, what more could you need?

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Picture perfect setting for dinner

The sun setting over the horizon, drinks are on ice and your family and friends in one very special place.

Sweet dreams are indeed made of this.

Key details

Open

June to November

5

open-fronted cottages

3

Hillside Suites with private plunge pool

All with ensuite bathrooms

Flush loos

Minimum age:

8

years old

Reviews

L. Lenzlinger

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Magical Experience

We enjoyed a magical experience. Everything and everyone made our stay very memorable. The accommodations are magical. The park is amazing!

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M. Brunner

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Wonderful Lifetime Experience

Wonderful experience, will definitely remember a lifetime! Come here to unwind and experience something you have never experienced before.

D. Crew

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Great Nomad Experience

Really great as you would expect from. nomad! We were sorry we could not get into the Serengeti camp. I liked the old logo though

K. Perkins

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Life-Changing Experience

This was an absolutely life-changing experience. I have learned so much about Tanzania and it’s natural wildlife. The staff is incredible, they made our stay unforgettable. So kind and helpful— they very accommodating and friendly. Our guide was excellent and so knowledgeable about everything. Their...

K. Clark

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Wonderful Stay at Sand River

A Wonderful stay at Sand River !
warm & attentive team , comfortable & quiet accommodations , great food, beautiful river location and interesting animals and birds
I highly recommend this Nomad camp !

K. Pascal

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Unique Safari Experience

Sand Rivers is a must for your next Safari trip to Tanzania. It is incredibly unique and offers many different experiences from the large parks. The staff is as good as they come and accommodations are incredibly special especially if you don’t mind sharing your space with some hippos, monkeys and o...

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