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SELOUS GAME RESERVE The Selous Game Reserve is the largest protected area in the world, covering an area around 50,000sq. km. Its size us stunning bigger than Switzerland or Denmark, uninhabited and little touched by human interference. Visitors therefore find themselves in a pristine wildlife is spectacular and some mammal populations (buffaloes, elephants, hippos, wild dogs, crocodiles) are the largest in Africa. The rivers and the lake systems are also unique in East Africa. Nowhere else can one make boat or walking safaris through more spectacular wildlife concentrations. There are around 440 species of bird in the selous, which makes it a prime spot for birdwatchers. It encompasses a wide variety of wildlife habitats, including open grassland, Acacia and miombo� woodlands, the selous is one of the largest forest areas under protection. Due to its unique ecological importance it has been designated World Heritage site by the United Nations in 1982.The Selous is unique among Tanzanias more renowned preserved areas because it is a game reserve,not a national park, and therefore a larger range of activities are permitted.Boating safaris are becoming a popular alternative to vehicle based trips,and offer visitors a chance to see the diverse life along the Rfigi River up close in all its splendour.Hiking safaris and fly camping are also ideal ways to explore the country and add a bit of adventure to you African experience. |