Tanzania · Wildlife Safari

3-Day Mikumi Wildlife Safari from Dar es Salaam with Waterfall Walk

3 Days Round trip from Dar es Salaam Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Spot giraffes, buffaloes, elephants, zebras, lions, wild dogs, and more in Mikumi National Park
  • 02 Enjoy a full-day game drive in Mikumi, part of the Selous ecosystem with high game density
  • 03 Experience a walking safari with a chance to discover Masai culture life
  • 04 Visit the Udzungwa Waterfall and explore Uluguru Mountain's crops and spices

Embark on this special 3-day wildlife safari from Dar es Salaam to Mikumi National Park, combining exciting game drives with a walking safari, a visit to waterfalls, and time to explore Uluguru Mountain. Admire the beauty of the wildlife and African wilderness as you look out for a rich variety of birds and animals in Mikumi. The experience also includes chances to visit farms and see how strawberries and other spices are grown and prepared.

Enjoy a full-day walking safari to experience Masai culture life and visit the Udzungwa Waterfall.

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, Mikumi National Park, Udzungwa Mountains National Park, Uluguru Mountains
Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Dar es Salaam to Mikumi National Park Safari

  • Depart from Dar es Salaam early in the morning in a private van to Mikumi National Park. This will be a 5-hour drive with a stop for lunch.

  • On arrival, immediately transfer to the park for a late afternoon game drive. The park boasts a rich variety of bird species, as well as large numbers of giraffes, buffaloes, and elephants.

  • Also spot zebras, lions, wild dogs, pythons, hartebeest, wildebeest, elephants, impala, warthog, eland, and antelope.

Overnight stay at the lodge on a full-board basis.

2
Day 02

Full-Day Game Drive in Mikumi National Park

  • Enjoy a full day of game drives in Mikumi National Park. It is actually part of the Selous ecosystem and benefits from the highest game density in the entire conservation area. Keep your eyes open and your camera ready, as you might spot some rare birds and animals, giving you excellent moments to capture.

  • After a full day game drive, return to the lodge for an overnight stay on a full-board basis.

3
Day 03

Udzungwa Waterfall, Uluguru Mountain and Return to Dar es Salaam

  • Enjoy a full-day walking safari to experience Masai culture life and visit the Udzungwa Waterfall.

  • Also visit Uluguru Mountain and see different kinds of crops and spices like cardamom, strawberry, and more.

  • Return to Dar es Salaam.

Mikumi National Park, Udzungwa Waterfall, Uluguru Mountain

Where this trip takes you

Mikumi National Park, Udzungwa Waterfall, Uluguru Mountain

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Dar es Salaam 4 cities · 3 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Full-board safari

  • Transfers to the parks and back to Dar es Salaam, accommodation, and three meals per day

  • Water during the game drive

  • Entrance fees

  • English-speaking Mikumi guide

  • Meals during the game drive inside the park

What's Not Included

  • Tips & gratuities
  • Personal expenses

Know before you go

  • 20% advance payment will be needed to guarantee your reservation.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Dar es Salaam, Tanzania
Tour start
Dar es Salaam, Tanzania
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 3 days finish where they began, in Dar es Salaam.

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