
Getting to Nyerere National Park
From Dar Es Salaam:
- By Air: Fly from Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR) to Mtemere Airstrip near the park. The flight takes around 1 hour.
- By Road: Take a long-distance bus or drive from Dar Es Salaam to Nyerere National Park. The drive takes approximately 8-10 hours, depending on road conditions.
2. From Zanzibar:
- By Air: Fly from Abeid Amani Karume International Airport (ZNZ) in Zanzibar to Mtemere Airstrip or Stieglers Airstrip near the park.
3. From Serengeti National Park:
- By Air: Fly from Seronera Airstrip in Serengeti to Mtemere Airstrip or Stieglers Airstrip in Nyerere National Park.
- By Road: Depending on road conditions and the route taken, driving from Serengeti to Nyerere National Park can take around 12-16 hours.
4. From Arusha:
- By Air: Fly from Arusha Airport (ARK) to Mtemere Airstrip or Stieglers Airstrip.
- By Road: Drive from Arusha to Nyerere National Park, which can take around 12-15 hours.
Note:
- Flying is the quickest and most convenient option, especially for longer distances.
- Road conditions and travel times can vary, so it’s recommended to check with local sources for the most up-to-date information.
- Always consider the logistics, transportation options, and travel times before planning your trip to Nyerere National Park from different locations.
Getting to Selous Mapumziko Lodge
From Dar Es Salaam:
By Air: Take a domestic flight from Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR) to Mtemere Airstrip near the Nyerere National Park. From there, the lodge can arrange a transfer to pick you up.
By Road: Drive from Dar Es Salaam to Selous Mapumziko Lodge. The journey takes approximately 5-6 hours. You can use a private vehicle, hire a driver, or use public transportation.
From Zanzibar:
By Air: Take a flight from Zanzibar International Airport (ZNZ) to Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR) in Dar Es Salaam. Then follow the directions from Dar Es Salaam mentioned above.
By Ferry and Road: Take a ferry from Zanzibar to Dar Es Salaam and then continue by road to the lodge.
From Serengeti:
By Air: Take a domestic flight from a Serengeti airstrip to Mtemere Airstrip near the Nyerere National Park. The lodge can arrange a transfer from there.
By Road: The distance between Serengeti and Nyerere National Park is significant. You might need to consider a combination of driving and flying or use a guided tour service.
From Arusha:
By Air: Take a domestic flight from Arusha Airport (ARK) to Mtemere Airstrip. The lodge can arrange transportation from the airstrip.
By Road: Drive from Arusha to Selous Mapumziko Lodge. The journey is long, so you might want to plan stops along the way. You can also consider a combination of driving and flying.
Always check with the lodge for the most up-to-date information and assistance with transportation arrangements.

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