We noticed that you're using an unsupported browser. The TripAdvisor website may not display properly.
We support the following browsers:
Windows: Internet Explorer, Mozilla Firefox. Mac: Safari.

Selous Impala Camp: Traveller Reviews

4.5 of 5
Tanzania
Hotel amenities
Selous Impala Camp
5.0 of 5 stars 88 Reviews
Which Selous Game Reserve hotels are on sale?
See hotels
Write a Review

88 reviews from our community

    Trip type
Traveller rating
    84
    3
    1
    0
    0
Date Rating
London, United Kingdom
1 review
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
“Flawless”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 February 2012
2
people found this review helpful

i decided to suprise my girlfriend with a safari and having been on several myself before thought id try the selous. The selous impala immediately jumped out at me due to its idyllic position on the river banks. We were greeted by the whole team on arrival and immediately we just felt at home. The rooms were immaculate and i have no idea how the kitchen staff managed to produce such exquisite food in a makeshift hut! The safari tours were expertly led and the guides themselves had such a passion and it showed. I actually ended up proposing to my girlfriend here at a private table out in the bush arranged by the manager beforehand...and i cant imagine anywhere else id rather do it!

  • Stayed August 2011, travelled as a couple
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 4 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
Was this review helpful? Yes
Ask himle85 about Selous Impala Camp
This review is the subjective opinion of a TripAdvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC
Headcorn, England, United Kingdom
1 review
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
“Wow what a holiday”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 January 2012
2
people found this review helpful

We had never been to Africa but knew we wanted to start our honeymoon with a safari. We had received lots of conflicting information and advice about the best places to go. In the end we went to a specialist travel agent who put together the holiday for us. The safari cost more than we anticipated but wow we were treated like royalty! From the moment we arrived to the moment we left we were so looked after. The tents were superb the food was wonderful and the staff really friendly. Our guide Gerard was so knowledgeable and a pleasure to spend four days with. The afternoon river safaris were relaxing after six hours of driving each day. The bush breakfasts were intimate and broke the morning up nicely. It was perfect and we got to see all the big game and were especially lucky to see a mother leopard and her two cubs. I would definitely recommend this place!

  • Stayed January 2012, travelled as a couple
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
Was this review helpful? Yes
Ask Skydivejane about Selous Impala Camp
This review is the subjective opinion of a TripAdvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC
UK
Senior Reviewer
6 reviews 6 reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
“Gerard was a star!”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 January 2012
2
people found this review helpful

We spent the first four nights of our honeymoon at Impala Camp and could not find any fault at all. We received a warm welcome by the management team and our waiter, David. Everyone was so friendly and the service was extremely personalised. Our guide, Gerard, was fantastic. He shared his extensive knowledge and passion for the bush. His instinct to find the animals was superb and we saw everything we could have hoped for!

  • Stayed January 2012
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
Was this review helpful? Yes
Ask DJM79 about Selous Impala Camp
This review is the subjective opinion of a TripAdvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC
Geneva, Switzerland
Contributor
13 reviews 13 reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
“Amazing”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 January 2012
2
people found this review helpful

Absolutely fantastic - the tents, the guides, the personnel, the safari, the location, the reserve, the trees, the animals - and a perfect balance between comfort, style, and nature. One of our all-time favorites!

Stayed August 2011, travelled with family
Was this review helpful? Yes
Ask pappilan about Selous Impala Camp
This review is the subjective opinion of a TripAdvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC
London, UK
Contributor
12 reviews 12 reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
10 helpful votes 10 helpful votes
“Amazing honeymoon safari”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 January 2012
4
people found this review helpful

Our stay at the Impala Camp was totally fantastic. Our first experience of Africa - and it couldn't have been better.

The camp is beautiful. The restaurant and bar are open to the river - with a lovely pool just right for a mid-afternoon dip. As its in the middle of the Selous Reserve, hippos, elefants and other animals wander around the camp - and your tent! Barbara and Andreas were very friendly and helpful as were the other camp staff. It was a nice touch to have the same waiter all week, who tried to teach us some Swahili! The food was of a very good standard - although we'd have preferred simpler desserts (e.g.fruit) after the fantastic starter, soup and main course!

Our guide Mpogo was amazing at spotting animals. I think we saw everything possible to see in the area, including a leopard, wild dogs, lions, elephants and a miriad of birds. He even managed to spot a python 20ft up a tree!

We'd highly recommend anyone to try the Impala Camp and will definitely be going on safari again.

Thank you!!

  • Stayed November 2011, travelled as a couple
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
Was this review helpful? Yes
Ask VLS234 about Selous Impala Camp
This review is the subjective opinion of a TripAdvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC

Travellers who viewed Selous Impala Camp also viewed

Mivumo River Lodge
4.5 of 5 stars 10 Reviews
Selous Game Reserve, Tanzania
CHECK RATES! ABS:HotelCheckRates-d1213868?&src=ShowUserReviewsHotels&fromServlet=ShowUserReviews&Action=QC_AlsoViewed
Selous Luxury Camp
4.5 of 5 stars 5 Reviews
Selous Game Reserve, Tanzania
CHECK RATES! ABS:HotelCheckRates-d1766519?&src=ShowUserReviewsHotels&fromServlet=ShowUserReviews&Action=QC_AlsoViewed
The Retreat Selous
4.5 of 5 stars 15 Reviews
Selous Game Reserve, Tanzania
CHECK RATES! ABS:HotelCheckRates-d1546319?&src=ShowUserReviewsHotels&fromServlet=ShowUserReviews&Action=QC_AlsoViewed
View all 3 hotels in Selous Game Reserve, ranked by popularity »

Been to Selous Impala Camp? Share your experiences!

Write a Review Add Photos Add Videos

Owners: What's your side of the story?

If you own or manage Selous Impala Camp, register now for free tools to enhance your listing, attract new reviews, and respond to reviewers.

  • Manage your listing