Overview
Explore the exciting life of the wilderness at Azura Selous Game Reserve, situated in a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Boasting of more wild dogs, elephants, lions, hippos, giraffe and buffalo than any other game reserve in the world, you’ll get plenty of chance to spot some incredible species on game drives and excursions.
Azura Selous Game Reserve is a stylish oasis in southern Tanzania, with a stunning infinity pool that overlooks the river rapids for some absolutely spectacular views. Your stay at Azura Selous Game Reserve will be an intimate safari experience with contemporary accommodation and truly unforgettable experiences.
Holiday resort information
Room Types
There are three choices of accommodation at Azura Selous Game Reserve. Each offering different characteristics, whether it be in a traditional tent inspired villa, a cabin inspired oasis or a grand camp fit for all the family.
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Tented Villas
Overlooking the rapids of the Great Ruaha River where the hippos reside, the Tented Villas make for the ideal safari stay, individually furnished with animal themes. Each Villa includes a plunge pool overlooking the river, large stone bathroom with indoor and out door shower, separate toilet, private undercover deck with sun loungers, air conditioning and plunge pool. There is also opportunity for game viewing from your private terrace!
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Villa Twiga
Villa Twigga is a stunning accommodation choice for honeymooners, with elegant furnishings designed for romantic living in privacy. Each Villa can sleep up to 4 guests and is complete with stunning views across the rapids of the GreatRuaha River, host service, large stone bathroom with indoor and al fresco shower, separate toilet, plunge pool overlooking the river and a larger private plunge pool, air conditioning, double sinks, dressing area and private undercover deck with sun loungers. There is also opportunity for game viewing from your private terrace!
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Camp Exclusive use
The Camp Exlusive Use is ideal for families or group of friends travelling together. Accommodating up to 24 guests, this stunning camp offers intimate living areas for a splendid safari escape. If you book the entire area to yourself you will have the camp al to yourselves, giving you a truly private safari experience! The Villas are air-conditioned with 90 sqm of living space with views overlooking the rapids of the Great Ruaha River. Each villa includes host service, a large stone bathroom with indoor and al fresco shower, separate toilet, private undercover deck with sun loungers, double sinks in the bathroom, dressing area and plunge pool overlooking the river. There is also opportunity for game viewing from your private terrace!
Facilities
There is so much to do whilst at Azura Selous Game Reserve. Of course, a safari experience will be on top of your list, and you’ll have plenty of options to choose from private game drives, morning walks and a full day drive with lunch. The professionally experienced guides can talk you through options to help you get the most out of your time in this vibrant location. Azura Selous Game Reserve is home to lions, elephants, buffalos and wild dogs.
Go beyond the land of the wilderness and step into the tranquil lagoons that surround the island, with beautiful underwater life such as whales, dolphins, sailfish and dugong ply.
There’s always time to take some time out, even if you’re on an adventurous safari holiday. The Spa at Azura Selous offers a range of treatments that can be enjoyed in your tented villa or on the deck with the cool air breeze passing by and the gentle sounds of the game reserve.
Children from the age of 6+ are welcome at Azura Selous Game Reserve and can enjoy a dedicated children’s programme to make their safari holiday an unforgettable one! Children can go on nature walks with guides if over 12 (if under, must be accompanied by the parents), or go fishing in the Great Ruaha River!
Go beyond the land of the wilderness and step into the tranquil lagoons that surround the island, with beautiful underwater life such as whales, dolphins, sailfish and dugong ply.
There’s always time to take some time out, even if you’re on an adventurous safari holiday. The Spa at Azura Selous offers a range of treatments that can be enjoyed in your tented villa or on the deck with the cool air breeze passing by and the gentle sounds of the game reserve.
Children from the age of 6+ are welcome at Azura Selous Game Reserve and can enjoy a dedicated children’s programme to make their safari holiday an unforgettable one! Children can go on nature walks with guides if over 12 (if under, must be accompanied by the parents), or go fishing in the Great Ruaha River!
Restaurants
Azura Selous Game Reserve has a team of enthusiastic and talented chefs that you can discuss your favourite foods so that you get a tailored culinary experience that you will absolutely love!
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Dining
Guests can choose from a la carte dining and 3-course lunches and dinners, with plenty of hotspots around the hotel to dine at, so your culinary view will always be a new experience. Romantic dinners beneath the stars by the River, innovate dining set-ups and in-villa dining can all be arranged to make your moments that extra special.
Depending on the season you visit, all produce is fresh to the season and dietary requirements can be met upon request. Children’s meals can also be tailor made by the chef.
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