1-Day Fly-In Mikumi Safari from Zanzibar with Bush Lunch

The journey

Trip highlights

• 01 Fly directly from Zanzibar into the heart of Mikumi National Park
• 02 Track elephants, buffalo, giraffes, and lions across the Mkata Floodplain
• 03 Enjoy a scenic bush lunch in a safe setting within the park
• 04 Experience a full-day safari adventure guided by expert multilingual professionals

Discover Mikumi National Park on a 1-day fly-in safari from Zanzibar, perfect for travellers with limited time. Soar above the Indian Ocean before landing directly inside the park for a thrilling game drive in an open-sided 4x4 vehicle. Spot elephants, buffalo, giraffes, and lions across the Mkata Floodplain, and enjoy a scenic bush lunch surrounded by nature. Experience a seamless full-day wildlife adventure with expert guides before returning to Zanzibar by evening.

Soar above the Indian Ocean before landing directly inside the park for a thrilling game drive in an open-sided 4x4 vehicle.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 1 Day

Tour type Shared

Activity level Moderate

Accommodation Not included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access Yes

Cities Zanzibar, Mikumi National Park

Languages English, French, Swahili

Day by day

The itinerary

1

Day 01

Fly-In Safari Adventure to Mikumi National Park

• Begin your day with an early morning transfer from your Zanzibar hotel to the airport for a scenic flight over the Indian Ocean to Mikumi National Park.

• Land at the Mikumi Airstrip and board an open-sided 4x4 safari vehicle for your morning game drive across the Mkata Floodplain.

• Track elephants, buffalo, giraffes, and lions with the guidance of an expert multilingual safari guide.

• Pause for a picnic-style bush lunch in a safe and scenic area within the park.

• Continue with an afternoon game drive before returning to the airstrip for your flight back to Zanzibar.

• Arrive at your hotel in the evening after completing a full Tanzanian safari experience in just one day.

The route

Where you'll travel

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

• Return flights (Zanzibar - Mikumi)
• All park entrance and conservation fees
• Open-sided 4x4 safari vehicle
• Expert multilingual safari guide
• Hot bush lunch and bottled water
• All hotel transfers in Zanzibar

What's Not Included

• Gratuities/tips for guides
• Alcoholic beverages
• Personal travel insurance
• Items of a personal nature

What to bring

• Valid passport or ID (for flight check-in)

• Comfortable lightweight clothing (neutral colours like khaki, brown, and green)

• Light jacket or sweater (morning flights can be cool)

• Comfortable closed shoes

• Sunglasses

• Hat or cap for sun protection

• Sunscreen

• Camera or smartphone for photos

• Small backpack for personal items

• Any personal medication

Know before you go

• This is a full-day tour and requires an early morning departure.

• Flight schedules may vary depending on weather and airline operations.

• A valid passport or ID is required for flight check-in.

• Wildlife sightings cannot be 100% guaranteed, as animals move freely in the park.

• The tour operates in a shared 4x4 safari vehicle unless a private tour is requested.

• Luggage space is limited on small aircraft, so soft bags are recommended.

• Children must be accompanied by an adult.

• Please inform us in advance about dietary requirements or medical conditions.

• Park rules must be followed at all times for safety and conservation.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point

Zanzibar, Tanzania

Tour start

Zanzibar, Tanzania

Tour ends at the same location as the start point.