Destination Overview
Mikumi National Park
Mikumi National Park lies alongside the Northern border of Africa's biggest Game Reserve - the Selous Game Reserve– forming a unique ecosystem. The open horizons and abundant wildlife of the Mkata Floodplain, the fashionable centrepiece of Mikumi, draw frequent comparisons to the more famous Serengeti Plains.
More than 400 bird species were recorded, the lilac-breasted rollers, yellow-throated longclaws and bateleur eagles joined by a host of European migrants during the rainy season.
We offer complimentary pick-up and drop-off services from most hotels and tourist accommodation areas within Dar es Salaam city, including the city center, Masaki, Oysterbay, Mbezi Beach, Upanga, Kariakoo, and nearby surrounding areas.
Your adventure begins in the morning with a pick-up from your hotel or the airport in Dar es Salaam. You will travel by comfortable safari vehicle to Mikumi National Park, a scenic drive of approximately 6 hours through the Tanzanian countryside. Upon arrival, you will enjoy lunch, followed by your first exciting game drive inside the park. Mikumi is home to a wide variety of wildlife, including elephants, giraffes, zebras, wildebeests, buffaloes, antelopes and sometimes lions. In the late afternoon, you will exit the park and head to your camp for dinner and an overnight stay, where you can relax and enjoy the peaceful African evening.
After breakfast at the lodge, you will return to the park for a morning game drive, one of the best times to see animals as they are most active during the cooler hours. Explore the vast plains of Mikumi in search of wildlife and enjoy the breathtaking scenery of the African savannah. Around midday, you will stop for lunch, followed by another afternoon game drive continuing until about 4:00 PM. Later in the afternoon, you will visit a traditional Maasai village to learn about their unique culture, traditions, and daily life. This cultural experience offers a fascinating insight into one of Tanzania’s most famous tribes. After the visit, you will return to your lodge for dinner and an overnight stay.
After breakfast, you will head back into the park for a final morning game drive, giving you one last opportunity to spot wildlife and capture memorable photos. After the game drive, you will enjoy lunch, then begin your journey to Morogoro to board the SGR train departing at 4:30 PM for Dar es Salaam. Upon arrival in Dar es Salaam, you will be picked up from the train station and transferred to your hotel or the airport, marking the end of your unforgettable Mikumi safari experience.
If you cancel at least 6 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.
If you cancel between 2 and 6 day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a 50% refund.
If you cancel within 2 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.
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