3-Day Fly-In Ruaha & Mikumi Safari from Zanzibar
Highlights
Private Tour
3 Days
Medium
English
Description
Explore two of Tanzania’s most iconic and less-crowded wildlife destinations on this short but immersive 3-day fly-in safari from Zanzibar. Discover the rugged wilderness of Ruaha National Park, home to massive elephant herds, big cats, wild dogs, and baobab-studded landscapes. Then venture to Mikumi National Park, famous for its open savannahs filled with giraffes, zebras, lions, and hippos. This safari combines spectacular wildlife viewing, comfortable mid-range lodges, and time-efficient travel, perfect for travelers seeking a high-quality experience in minimal time.
Itinerary
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Day 1: Zanzibar → Ruaha National Park – Afternoon Game Drive
Take a morning flight from Zanzibar to Ruaha National Park. Upon arrival, your guide transfers you to TANAPA Ruaha Cottages for check-in and lunch.
In the afternoon, embark on your first game drive in Ruaha, where elephants, lions, leopards, wild dogs, buffaloes, and other wildlife roam freely.
Return to the cottage for dinner and overnight.Accommodation: TANAPA Ruaha Cottages
Meals: Lunch & Dinner -
Day 2: Ruaha Morning Game Drive → Drive to Mikumi – Sunset Game Viewing
After an early breakfast, enjoy a final morning game drive in Ruaha, exploring different areas for wildlife sightings.
Around midday, begin the road transfer to Mikumi National Park, passing through scenic rural villages.
Arrive in the afternoon and enter Mikumi for a sunset game drive, spotting giraffes, zebras, elephants, antelopes, hippos, and lions.
Check in at Camp Bastian Mikumi for dinner and overnight stay.Accommodation: Camp Bastian Mikumi
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner -
Day 3: Morning Game Drive in Mikumi → Fly Back to Zanzibar
Start early with a morning game drive in Mikumi across the Mkata floodplains. Spot elephants, lions, wildebeests, giraffes, buffaloes, and various bird species while enjoying the sunrise.
After the drive, transfer to Mikumi Airstrip for your flight back to Zanzibar, marking the end of your safari.Meals: Breakfast & Lunch
End of Tour
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Cancellation Policy
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For cancellations upto 2 days before the tour -
Refund of 80% of the tour price.
Price
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This is a private tour |
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