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river views and there's a sunset terrace. Activities include boat safaris, and walking safaris
with the possibility of staying overnight at a fly camp.
Beho Beho LODGE $$$
( www.behobeho.com ; per person all-inclusive US$920; ) On a rise northwest of Lake
Tagalala and well away from the river, Beho Beho has spacious stone and thatch bandas
with large verandahs and commanding views over the plains. Boat safaris are done on Lake
Tagalala, which is notable for its birdlife, as well as its hippos and crocodiles.
Sand Rivers Selous LODGE $$$
( www.nomad-tanzania.com ; per person all-inclusive US$890; Jun-mid-Mar; )
Set splendidly on its own on the Rufiji south of Lake Tagalala, this is one of the Selous'
most exclusive options, with some of Tanzania's most renowned wildlife guides. The eight
luxurious stone cottages have full river views.
Lukula Selous TENTED CAMP $$$
( www.greatplainsconservation.com ; per person all-inclusive from US$700; Jun-Dec)
The only camp in the southern Selous, and closed at the time of research, this eight-bed
place promises a superlative experience for the well-heeled, including walking and canoe
safaris. Check with them for an update.
OUTSIDE THE RESERVE BOUNDARIES
Most lodges outside Mtemere Gate arrange boat safaris on the Rufiji and walking tours out-
side the reserve, as well as wildlife drives inside Selous. Reserve fees are payable only for
days you enter within the Selous' boundaries. It's about 90km through the Selous between
Mtemere and Matambwe Gates. Spending a few days on each side, linked by a full day's
wildlife drive in between, is a rewarding option, although wildlife concentrations in the
Matambwe area cannot compare with those deeper inside the reserve towards Mtemere.
Selous Mbega Camp TENTED CAMP $$
( 022-265 0250, 0784-624664; www.selous-mbega-camp.com ; camping US$10, s/d full
board US$135/190, s/d full board 'backpackers' special US$85/120 for those arriving by
public bus at Mloka, excursions extra; ) This laid-back, good-value, family-friendly
camp is located about 500m outside the eastern boundary of the Selous near Mtemere Gate
and about 3km from Mloka village. It has eight no-frills tents set in the foliage somewhat
back from the river bank, each with three beds, a bathroom and verandah, and a camping
ground (for which you'll need to be self-sufficient with food). Pick-ups and drop-offs to
and from Mloka are free. Cash only. The same management also runs the similarly good-