3-Day Mikumi National Park Safari from Morogoro with Mkata Floodplain

3 Days Round trip from Morogoro or Iringa – agreed pickup location Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Explore Mikumi's prime wildlife areas, including the famous Mkata Floodplain
  • 02 Look out for elephants, giraffes, zebras, buffaloes, wildebeests, impalas, hippos, lions, and abundant birdlife
  • 03 Enjoy a full-day safari with a picnic lunch inside the park to maximize wildlife viewing time
  • 04 Travel in a private 4x4 Safari Land Cruiser with a pop-up roof
  • 05 Stay two nights in budget bandas between game drives in Mikumi National Park

Escape into Tanzania's wild heart on this 3-day Mikumi National Park safari from Morogoro, travelling in a comfortable 4x4 Land Cruiser. Explore Mikumi's wide-open grasslands, the famous Mkata Floodplain, woodland areas, and wildlife-rich plains on game drives designed to maximize wildlife viewing and photography opportunities. With an experienced driver-guide, enjoy an afternoon safari, a full-day exploration, and a final morning game drive, with picnic lunches in the park and relaxed evenings at budget bandas.

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 3 Days
Tour type Private
Activity level Easy
Accommodation Included · Budget
Transport Included
Wheelchair access Not applicable
Cities Iringa, Morogoro, Mikumi National Park
Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Morogoro to Mikumi National Park and Afternoon Game Drive

Your safari begins with a morning pickup from your hotel or agreed meeting point in Morogoro.

After a short briefing, you will travel to Mikumi National Park in a comfortable 4x4 safari Land Cruiser. Upon arrival, you will enter the park and begin your wildlife adventure.

Enjoy a game drive through the park's beautiful landscapes, particularly the famous Mkata Floodplain, which is known for its rich wildlife.

You may encounter elephants, giraffes, zebras, buffaloes, wildebeests, impalas, and other wildlife. With some luck, you may also spot lions resting in the grasslands or moving through the wilderness.

A picnic lunch will be served during the safari.

In the afternoon, continue exploring the park with another game drive, offering more opportunities to observe wildlife and take photographs.

Later, proceed to your budget bandas for check-in, dinner, and overnight accommodation.

Meals: Lunch and Dinner
Accommodation: Budget Bandas

2
Day 02

Full-Day Wildlife Safari in Mikumi National Park

Wake up early and enjoy breakfast before heading into the park for a full-day wildlife safari.

The day is dedicated to exploring different areas of Mikumi National Park, including the open grasslands, woodland areas, and wildlife-rich plains.

Your experienced driver-guide will help you search for wildlife and share information about the animals, their behavior, and the park's ecosystem.

Mikumi is home to a variety of wildlife, including elephants, lions, giraffes, zebras, buffaloes, wildebeests, hippos, and numerous bird species.

A picnic lunch will be enjoyed inside the park, allowing you to maximize your time on safari.

Continue with afternoon game drives before returning to your accommodation.

Enjoy dinner and relax at the bandas after a rewarding day of wildlife exploration.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
Accommodation: Budget Bandas

3
Day 03

Morning Game Drive and Return to Morogoro

After the final morning game drive, exit Mikumi National Park and begin your return journey to Morogoro.

A lunch stop will be arranged along the way or at an agreed location, depending on the schedule.

Upon arrival in Morogoro, you will be dropped off at your hotel or agreed meeting point.

This marks the end of your memorable 3-day Mikumi safari with Pleasant Tours & Safaris.

Meals: Breakfast and Lunch
End of Safari: Morogoro

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Morogoro or Iringa – agreed pickup location 3 cities · 3 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Private round-trip transportation in a 4x4 Safari Land Cruiser with pop-up roof.
  • Professional English-speaking driver-guide.
  • Mikumi National Park entrance fees.
  • Game drives as described in the itinerary.
  • Two nights' accommodation in budget bandas.
  • Meals as specified in the itinerary.
  • Bottled drinking water during the safari.
  • Applicable taxes and transport costs included in the confirmed quotation.

What's Not Included

  • International flights.
  • Travel insurance.
  • Personal expenses.
  • Tips and gratuities.
  • Alcoholic and other beverages not specified.
  • Optional activities not mentioned in the itinerary.

What to bring

  • Comfortable clothing
  • Comfortable walking shoes
  • Hat or cap
  • Sunscreen
  • Sunglasses
  • Camera and binoculars
  • Personal toiletries
  • Insect repellent
  • Personal medication
  • Small day bag

Know before you go

  • This is a private safari starting and ending in Iringa.
  • The safari is conducted in a 4x4 Land Cruiser with a pop-up roof.
  • Wildlife sightings are not guaranteed, as animals move freely within the national park.
  • The itinerary may be adjusted depending on wildlife conditions, park regulations, and travel schedules.
  • Guests should inform us in advance of any dietary requirements.
  • A valid passport or identification document is required for park entry.
  • Pickup time will be confirmed before the safari.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Your hotel or an agreed meeting point
Tour start
Morogoro or Iringa – agreed pickup location
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 3 days finish where they began, in Morogoro or Iringa – agreed pickup location.

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