1-Day Mikumi National Park Safari from Zanzibar with Return Flights

1 Day Round trip from Zanzibar Airport Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Fly from Zanzibar to mainland Tanzania for a full-day Mikumi National Park safari
  • 02 Explore Mikumi's open savannah plains and scenic woodland habitats on guided game drives
  • 03 Chance to spot iconic wildlife including elephants, lions, giraffes, zebras, and buffaloes
  • 04 Enjoy a picnic lunch at a designated site inside the national park
  • 05 Seamless experience with Zanzibar hotel pick-up and drop-off

This Mikumi day trip safari offers a wonderful opportunity to experience Tanzania's wildlife while enjoying a break from Zanzibar's tropical coastline. Travel from Zanzibar to mainland Tanzania and discover Mikumi National Park on a guided wildlife safari through open savannah plains and scenic woodlands. During your adventure, you may encounter elephants, lions, giraffes, zebras, wildebeests, buffaloes, impalas, warthogs, and numerous bird species. The experience includes guided game drives and a picnic lunch in the park.

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 1 Day
Tour type Shared
Activity level Easy
Accommodation Not included
Transport Included
Wheelchair access Yes
Cities Zanzibar, Mikumi National Park
Languages English, French, German, Italian, Spanish, Swahili

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Zanzibar to Mikumi National Park Safari by Air

05:00 AM - Hotel Pick-Up in Zanzibar

Your adventure begins with an early pick-up from your hotel and a transfer to Zanzibar Airport. Get ready to exchange the island's peaceful coastal scenery for the wild landscapes of mainland Tanzania.

06:00 AM - Flight to Mainland Tanzania

Board your scheduled or charter flight, subject to availability. Enjoy the scenic journey towards mainland Tanzania before continuing to Mikumi National Park.

08:00 AM - Arrival and Transfer to Mikumi

Meet your safari guide at the agreed arrival point and begin the transfer to Mikumi National Park. Enjoy the countryside scenery along the way before arriving at the park.

09:30 AM - Enter Mikumi National Park

Complete the park entry procedures and prepare for your wildlife adventure. Your guide will introduce you to the park's landscapes and explain what to look out for during the game drive.

10:00 AM - Morning Game Drive

Explore Mikumi's open plains and woodland habitats in search of elephants, giraffes, zebras, buffaloes, antelopes, and lions. Keep your camera ready as your guide searches for wildlife and shares fascinating insights into animal behavior.

12:30 PM - Picnic Lunch in the Wilderness

Take a break at a designated picnic site and enjoy your lunch surrounded by the natural beauty of Mikumi National Park.

01:30 PM - Afternoon Game Drive

Continue exploring the park with your guide. Look for more wildlife, observe animals in their natural habitats, and enjoy opportunities for photography across Mikumi's beautiful landscapes.

03:30 PM - Depart Mikumi National Park

After an exciting day in the wilderness, exit the park and transfer to the designated airport or airstrip for your return journey.

Afternoon or Evening - Return Flight to Zanzibar

Board your return flight according to the confirmed flight schedule and travel back to Zanzibar.

Evening - Arrival in Zanzibar

Upon arrival, meet your driver, who will pick you up and take you to your hotel.

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Zanzibar Airport 2 cities · 1 Day

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Domestic round-trip flights
  • Hotel pick-up and drop-off in Zanzibar
  • Safari vehicle for game drives
  • Professional English-speaking safari guide
  • Nyerere National Park entrance fees
  • Guided game drive
  • Picnic lunch
  • Bottled drinking water
  • Applicable government taxes and fees, as specified in the final quotation

What's Not Included

  • Personal expenses
  • Alcoholic and other personal beverages
  • Tips for the safari guide and boat crew
  • Travel insurance
  • Any activities or services not mentioned in the itinerary

What to bring

  • Valid ID or passport.
  • Comfortable, lightweight clothing.
  • Comfortable walking shoes.
  • Sunscreen and sunglasses.
  • A hat or cap.
  • Camera or smartphone for photos.
  • Drinking water.
  • Some cash for personal expenses.
  • Any personal medication you may need.

Know before you go

  • Bring a valid ID or passport if required.
  • Wear comfortable, lightweight clothes and suitable shoes.
  • Bring sunscreen, sunglasses, a hat, and a camera.
  • Confirm whether lunch is included in the package.
  • Confirm that return flights and transfers to Mikumi National Park are included.
  • Be ready for an early hotel pickup, around 5:00 AM.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Zanzibar Airport
Tour start
Zanzibar Airport
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 1 day finishes where it began, in Zanzibar Airport.

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