RUFIJI RIVER CAMP

Rufiji River camp is a tented camp situated in the north eastern part of the Selous on a high bank overlooking the mighty Rufiji River and the plain beyond. It is situated in the heart of the reserve, is environmentally friendly and each tent is equipped with private bathroom and a veranda facing the river.

There is a constant flow of animals coming down to drink at the river offering a permanent show to visitors of the camp. The water is usually full of hippos as well as groups of crocodiles that laze in the sun on the sandbanks in the river.
A structure in the central part of the camp hosts the restaurant, bar and library, all with a view of the river and the sunset.

All of the camp structures, kitchen included, are constantly renovated, attaining a high level of comfort without sacrificing the emotion of total immersion in a completely natural environment. Electricity and hot water are powered by solar panels, while UHV-filtered drinking water is available throughout camp (including tents). A covered swimming pool is situated in the camp, between reception and mess area. The camp's managers and the directors Luigi Bisognin and Massimo Tumiotto look forward to welcoming you to Rufiji River Camp.

Twenty tents facing the sunset, with comfortable beds, walled en-suite facilities, mosquito netting and all of the comfortable equipment of a lodge. Each tent has a private veranda under a roof of local straw (makuti) that creates the perfect place for reading, writing or just resting in the shade.

Dining, bar and lounge:
All shaded by a makuti roof with views of the Rufiji River.
Offers a well stocked bar and international cuisine.

Meal times:
Breakfast is served at 07.00
Lunch is served at 13.00
Dinner is served at 20.00

Water:
The water in the camp is purified and safe to drink. Purified cold water, natural and sparkling, is available from the bar free of charge.

Voltage:
220-volt electricity available at the bar for video camera charging. The camp is otherwise powered by solar energy. All tents have solar lighting and solar-heated hot water.

Library:
A selection of books may be borrowed at the bar.

Communication:
HF radio.

Other services:
- Safe deposit box for valuables is available at the camp’s reception.
- Extras can be paid for in Tsh. or US dollars but there is no bureau de change. Travellers cheques are unfortunately not accepted.
- Check-out is 12.00 noon, but if there are not new arrivals in the afternoon the tent may be kept by arrangement until departure.

Children:
Unlike most camps in the area, we have decided that we will continue to accept children over the age of 6 years at Rufiji River Camp. However, we will not accept more than 1 group with a maximum of two children under the age of 12 at any given time.
We therefore reserve our right to book as a first come, first served policy and have to decline any more bookings with children if the agreed capacity is already exhausted. We will of course be able to offer any alternative dates for the trip.
We expect parents and guardians to act responsibly and make sure that children are not left unattended at any time. We also would like to request that parents educate their children on the subject that the camp is within a reserve for the animals and that neither they nor residents or fellow guests must be disturbed by unnecessary noise.

How to reach the camp:

By road:
Distance from Dar es Salaam: 250 km, via Kibiti
Driving time: 6-8 hours in dry season

Distance from Morogoro: 250 km, via Uluguru Mountain
Driving time: 9 hours approx. in dry season

By plane:
Scheduled flights every day from Arusha, Dar es Salaam and Zanzibar.
Charters can also be arranged, please enquiry with us for details.

Transfer to and from the camp:
Rufiji River Camp’s airstrip is Mtemere. The transfer cost is included in the accommodation rate.

The camp accomodates guests in 20 very comfortable tents. Each tent has twin bed with mosquito nets, completely equipped private bathroom and comfortable verandah facing a magnificent view.
 The central restaurant provides excellent exotic and international cuisine. A well equipped bar gives the guests a wide choice of beverages.

Besides walking safaris and 4wd car excursions, a major attraction is the Boat Trip along the Rufiji River and the adjoining lakes where hippo, crocodile and 400 species of birds can be observed. Sport fishing facilities are available.