Tanzania · Safari

3-Day Mikumi National Park Safari with Open-Roof Game Drives

3 Days Round trip from Dar es Salaam Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Safari in the majestic Mikumi National Park with a chance to spot the Big 5
  • 02 Game drives in extended open-roof Toyota Land Cruisers for up-close wildlife viewing
  • 03 Observe over 300 species of birds in one of Tanzania's diverse safari parks
  • 04 Spend your nights in luxury tented camps during your Tanzanian safari

Embark on an adventurous safari in the magnificent Mikumi National Park of Tanzania. Enjoy game drives in extended open-roof Toyota Land Cruisers, where you may encounter the park's diverse wildlife, including a chance to spot the Big 5 and over 300 species of birds. Spend your nights in luxury tented camps while exploring the park's rich flora and fauna by day.

Enjoy both morning and afternoon game drives in the park, home to Elephant, Lion, Wild dog, Zebra, Hyena, Buffalo, Wildebeest, Eland, Hartebeest, Crocodile, Lizard, and other residents.

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
Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Dar es Salaam to Mikumi National Park Safari

  • After breakfast, get picked up from your hotel in Dar es Salaam and depart for Mikumi National Park with a packed lunch, or arrive in time for lunch.

  • Enjoy an afternoon game drive in the park with your Mikumi safari guide/driver.

Dinner and overnight at Mikumi Wildlife Tented Camp on a full-board basis.

2
Day 02

Morning and Afternoon Game Drives in Mikumi

  • Wake up and have breakfast at your accommodation.

  • Enjoy both morning and afternoon game drives in the park, home to Elephant, Lion, Wild dog, Zebra, Hyena, Buffalo, Wildebeest, Eland, Hartebeest, Crocodile, Lizard, and other residents. Over 300 species of birds have been observed in this park.

Dinner and overnight at Mikumi Wildlife Tented Camp on a full-board basis.

3
Day 03

Mikumi National Park to Dar es Salaam

  • After breakfast at the lodge, drive back to Dar es Salaam and arrive in the early afternoon.

Mikumi National Park, open-roof game drives, Mikumi Wildlife Tented Camp

Where this trip takes you

Mikumi National Park, open-roof game drives, Mikumi Wildlife Tented Camp

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Dar es Salaam 2 cities · 3 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Full-board accommodation while on safari in the above-mentioned en suite tented camps and lodges

  • Private Mikumi National Park safari driver-guide

  • Private 4x4 safari jeep with pop-up roof for game viewing

  • Transfers in both directions between the International Airport

  • Park fees

  • On safari - vehicles equipped with an ice chest, mineral water, and wildlife guidebooks

  • Government taxes, VAT, and service charges relating to accommodation and included meals

  • Flying Doctor Service

What's Not Included

  • Tanzania visa: $50 per person on arrival; USA and Canada passport holders pay 100 USD

  • Personal expenses (e.g. laundry, telephone, beverages)

  • Meals not listed above

  • Optional tours (balloon rides: USD 500 per person)

  • Tips and any items of a personal nature

Know before you go

  • The safari can vary depending on your inclinations and interests, and the guides specialize in helping you experience the finest, most comfortable, and picturesque locations, sites, and areas. All of the safaris offered are led by certified experts who have a comprehensive understanding and knowledge of the surrounding areas and landscape.

  • The safari to Mikumi National Park includes well-maintained extended Toyota Land Cruisers with roof hatches for unobstructed and up-close game viewing.

  • The safari can range widely in cost depending on how many people are in the group, the level of luxury accommodation you are looking for, and many other factors.

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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