Tanzania · Safari

1-Day Mikumi Safari from Zanzibar with Scenic Charter Flights

1 Day Round trip from Tanzania Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights

01 Scenic special charter flight from Zanzibar to Mikumi National Park
02 Morning and afternoon game drives in Tanzania's fourth-largest national park
03 Spot elephants, lions, giraffes, buffaloes, zebras, wildebeests, hippos, crocodiles, and leopards
04 Open grasslands framed by the Uluguru and Lumango Mountains
05 Excellent birdwatching opportunities throughout the park
06 Picnic bush lunch and refreshments during your safari day

Embark on a thrilling 1-day safari to Mikumi National Park from Zanzibar. Fly by special charter over scenic landscapes and enjoy a full day of wildlife viewing in Tanzania's fourth-largest national park. Explore open grasslands framed by the Uluguru and Lumango Mountains while spotting elephants, lions, giraffes, zebras, buffaloes, wildebeests, hippos, crocodiles, and leopards. Enjoy a picnic lunch, excellent birdwatching, and short drives for maximum viewing, then return to Zanzibar the same day without an overnight stay.

Spot wildlife including elephants, lions, giraffes, buffaloes, zebras, wildebeests, hippos, crocodiles, and leopards.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 1 Day

Tour type Shared

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Not included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access No

Cities Zanzibar, Mikumi National Park

Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Fly to Mikumi for a Full-Day Safari Adventure

Early morning hotel pick-up in Zanzibar at 04:00 am and transfer to Zanzibar Airport.
Take a scenic 1-hour special charter flight from Zanzibar to Mikumi National Park.
Arrive at the park around 07:00 am and meet your guide for a warm welcome.
Enjoy a picnic lunch and refreshments inside the park.
Embark on morning and afternoon game drives across Tanzania's fourth-largest national park, set between the Uluguru Mountains and the Lumango Mountains.
Spot wildlife including elephants, lions, giraffes, buffaloes, zebras, wildebeests, hippos, crocodiles, and leopards.
Experience excellent birdwatching opportunities with a variety of bird species.
Benefit from short driving distances that allow maximum wildlife viewing in limited time.
Take a late afternoon charter flight back to Zanzibar, departing around 04:00 pm.
Arrive in Zanzibar at approximately 05:00 pm and transfer back to your hotel.

Where this trip takes you

Zanzibar charter flight, Mikumi National Park grasslands, Uluguru and Lumango Mountains

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map — Round trip from Tanzania 2 cities · 1 Day

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

Park fees (for non-residents)
Guided game drive
Return airport transfers: hotel / airport / hotel
All taxes/VAT
Picnic bush lunch
Bottled drinking water during the game drive
Special charter flight: Zanzibar Island / Mikumi National Park / Zanzibar Island

What's Not Included

International flights (from/to home)
Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
Tips (tipping guideline: US$20.00 pp per day)
Personal items (souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees, etc.)
Government-imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees

What to bring

Passport or ID
Sunglasses and hat
Light, comfortable clothing in neutral colors
Light jacket for the early morning
Sunscreen
Insect repellent
Camera or phone with an extra battery
Small day backpack
Comfortable closed shoes
Personal medications
Cash for tips and small expenses
Pack light in a soft bag due to charter flight luggage limits.

Know before you go

Very early departure, with pick-up around 04:00 am.
Strict luggage limit on charter flights - soft bags and light packing are required.
Passport or ID is required for flight check-in.
This is a full-day tour with long travel and game drive hours.
Wildlife sightings are not guaranteed, as animals are wild.
Picnic lunch and drinks are included - please advise dietary needs in advance.
Flights may be affected by weather or operational conditions.
Suitable for all ages, but it involves bumpy game drives.
Follow park rules and your guide's instructions at all times in Mikumi National Park.
Travel insurance is highly recommended.