Mikumi Day Trip Safari from Dar es salaam or Zanzibar

14 to 16 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: German and 5 more

Why Mikumi?
Mikumi National Park is ideal for a day trip due to its proximity to Dares Salaam and diverse wildlife.

Its open plains, hippo pools, and rich birdlife offer a condensed yet thrilling safari experience. The park's accessibility via the A7 highway and its connection to the Selous Ecosystem make it a hotspot for wildlife enthusiasts on a tight schedule.

For bookings or customization (e.g., adding a Maasai village visit or combining with other parks). Enjoy your adventure in Mikumi!

What's Included

Private transportation
Bottled water
Park fees
Entrance fee
Lunch
Fuel surcharge
Guide
Breakfast
Dinner
Tips
Alcoholic Beverages

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

Our driver-guide will have a board sign with your name. And wearing a companies T-shirt.

Itinerary

Duration: 14 to 16 hours (approximately)
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    • 4:30 AM: Departure from Dares Salaam • Pick up from your hotel in Dares Salaam in a 4×4 safari vehicle with an English-speaking driver-guide. Drive to Mikumi National Park (approx. 5-6 hours, 302 km). • 10:00 AM: Arrive at Mikumi National Park • Check in at the park gate. Begin your first game drive in the Mkata Floodplain, known as the "little Serengeti." Look for elephants, giraffes, zebras, lions, and over 400 bird species. • 1:00 PM: Lunch Break • Pause for a picnic lunch at a designated spot, surrounded by scenic views of the park. • 2:00 PM: Afternoon Game Drive • Continue exploring the park, visiting hippo pools and open grasslands. Watch for buffaloes, wildebeests, and, if lucky, leopards or tree-climbing lions. • 4:30 PM: Depart for Dares Salaam • Exit the park and begin the return journey to Dares Salaam (approx. 5-6 hours). • 09:00 PM: Arrival in Dares Salaam •Drop off at your hotel, concluding the day trip.

    14 hours Admission ticket included

Additional info

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by Makala Travels

Tags

Day Trips
Full-day Tours
Bus Tours
Private Sightseeing Tours
Sustainable Tours
4WD Tours
Safaris
Ports of Call Tours
Car Tours
Shore Excursions
Adventure Tours
Additional fees
New Product
Port Pickup
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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