Selous Game Reserve Selous
Tanzania UNESCO World Heritage Site
Selous Game Reserve is a game reserve located in the Lindi Region of Tanzania. Established in 1922, this 55,000 km2 area is a designated UNESCO World Heritage Site. It ranks as one of the most looked-up sights in Tanzania.
Planning a visit
The climate varies significantly throughout the year, making the dry season from June through October the most suitable time for a visit. During these months, rainfall is minimal, often dropping to as low as 1 mm to 6 mm, while daily high temperatures range from 29 °C to 33 °C. Conversely, the months of January through April and December experience heavy rainfall, with precipitation levels reaching up to 187 mm in March. Visitors should prepare for these wetter conditions, which occur on as many as 26 days in some months, if planning a trip during this period.
Travelers can reach the reserve by flying into Julius Nyerere International Airport, which is 309 km away, or Mafia Airport, located 277 km from the reserve. The site is situated 362 km from Dodoma, the capital of Tanzania. Travelers can consult the official website for additional information. There are no specific details regarding wheelchair access, opening hours, or entry prices listed for the reserve.
Weather by month
The warmest month is November, with an average high of 33 °C. The wettest is March, with about 187 mm of rain.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average high, °C | 32 | 31 | 30 | 29 | 30 | 29 | 29 | 30 | 32 | 33 | 33 | 32 |
| Average low, °C | 23 | 22 | 22 | 21 | 20 | 18 | 17 | 18 | 19 | 20 | 21 | 22 |
| Rainfall, mm | 124 | 128 | 187 | 163 | 43 | 6 | 4 | 3 | 3 | 19 | 55 | 122 |
| Rainy days | 26 | 21 | 26 | 25 | 9 | 3 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 6 | 14 | 21 |
Temperatures and rainfall: 1981–2010 averages for this spot (4 km grid), from CHELSA. Rainy days: 2015–2024, NASA POWER.
