Tanzania · Safari

3-Day Mikumi Safari from Zanzibar with Game Drives and Wildlife

3 Days Round trip from Zanzibar Easy pace

Spot Antelopes in Mikumi National Park, Tanzania

Elephants in Mikumi National Park, Tanzania

Giraffe Sightings at Mikumi National Park, Tanzania

The journey

Trip highlights

01 Enjoy thrilling game drives in Mikumi National Park
02 Spot a wide variety of wildlife, including giraffes, elephants, lions, and antelopes
03 Take excellent wildlife photographs from the comfort of your 4x4 safari jeep
04 Experience a short safari ideal for travellers with limited time

Spend a wonderful 3-day vacation amidst the spectacular wildlife of Mikumi National Park, the fourth-largest national park in Tanzania and easily accessible from Dar Es Salaam. Travel by 4x4 safari jeep through its vast landscapes, where animals such as elephants, giraffes, wild dogs, lions, and antelopes abound. With dense animal habitation and rewarding game-viewing opportunities, this safari is ideal for travellers with limited time who still want an immersive wildlife experience.

Spend a wonderful 3-day vacation amidst the spectacular wildlife of Mikumi National Park, the fourth-largest national park in Tanzania and easily accessible from Dar Es Salaam.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 3 Days

Tour type Shared

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Included · Standard

Transport Included

Wheelchair access Not applicable

Cities Dar es Salaam, Morogoro, Zanzibar, Mikumi National Park

Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Fly to Dar Es Salaam and Drive to Mikumi

Enjoy an early morning breakfast at your hotel before heading to Zanzibar Airport to catch the 6:30 AM flight to Dar Es Salaam. Arrive in Dar Es Salaam by 8:00 AM and depart for Mikumi by 4x4 safari jeep.
After driving for 3 hours, depending on traffic on the highway, stop for lunch in Morogoro Town. Continue the drive towards Mikumi National Park and arrive at your destination by early afternoon.
Enjoy an afternoon game drive in Mikumi National Park, then depart for your lodge, located within the park, by late evening for dinner.

Overnight stay at a lodge in Mikumi.

Day 02

Full-Day Safari in Mikumi National Park

After breakfast, set out on a full-day game drive in the national park. Relish the beautiful landscape of this region and enjoy sightings of animals such as elephants, giraffes, wild dogs, lions, and antelopes, among many others. Enjoy a packed lunch during your safari.
Return to the lodge for dinner and an overnight stay.

Day 03

Sunrise Game Drive and Return to Dar Es Salaam

Go on an early morning game drive in Mikumi National Park to appreciate the beautiful sunrise.
Return to camp for breakfast, then depart for another game drive until afternoon. Enjoy a packed lunch during your safari.
Drive back to Dar Es Salaam and arrive at 17:00.

Where this trip takes you

Mikumi National Park, Morogoro Town, Zanzibar, sunrise game drives

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map — Round trip from Zanzibar 4 cities · 3 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

Accommodation with private bathrooms and meals as indicated in the itinerary
All game drives as indicated in the itinerary
Services of English-speaking driver-guides
Safari 4WD jeep with pop-up roofs for optimal game viewing
Park entrance fees

What's Not Included

International flights and visa fees
Additional sightseeing or deviation from the itinerary
All items of a personal nature, such as tobacco, laundry, phone calls, and drinks/beverages
Any other items not specified

Logistics