2-Day Mikumi National Park Safari from Dar es Salaam

The journey

Trip highlights

• 01 Enjoy an exciting game drive in a 4x4 safari vehicle
• 02 Spot various wild animals in Mikumi National Park
• 03 Look out for elephants, giraffes, lions, hippos, warthogs, buffaloes, and elands
• 04 Stay overnight at a lodge in the park area for a rewarding short safari escape

This 2-day Mikumi National Park safari from Dar es Salaam is short but rewarding, making it ideal for travellers with limited time who still want to experience the wildlife of Mikumi National Park. Depart early from Dar es Salaam and travel for about 5-6 hours to reach the park, where your safari activities include game drives to spot wildlife. With overnight accommodation inside the park area, this quick escape offers a convenient way to enjoy Tanzania's safari experience in just two days.

This 2-day Mikumi National Park safari from Dar es Salaam is short but rewarding, making it ideal for travellers with limited time who still want to experience the wildlife of Mikumi National Park.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 2 Days

Tour type Private

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

Transfer from Dar es Salaam and Game Drive in Mikumi

• Be picked up from your accommodation in Dar es Salaam at 6:00 am and embark on a drive to Mikumi National Park.
• Check in at your lodge at the park, and later head for a game drive in search of elephants, giraffes, lions, hippos in the hippo pools, warthogs, buffaloes, elands, and more. Later, head back to your lodge for dinner and an overnight stay.

2

Day 02

Early Morning Game Drive and Return Transfer

• Get up early in the morning and head for an early morning game drive in the park to search for wildlife you may not have seen the previous day.
• Later, head back to the lodge, check out, and transfer to Dar es Salaam, arriving in the evening.

The route

Where you'll travel

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

• Game drives as per itinerary
• All entrance fees and government taxes
• Enough litres of mineral water and soft drinks
• Unlimited mileage on the safari
• Full board accommodation on safari
• Services of a professional English-speaking driver-guide
• Safari Jeep 4x4 with a pop-up roof suitable for game viewing

What's Not Included

• Tips for the support team
• Personal expenses, e.g. laundry, beverages, etc.
• Passport, visa, and travellers insurance
• Yellow fever vaccinations
• International and local airfare

What to bring

• 1 pair of sunglasses
• 1 neck pillow for napping in the vehicle (optional)
• 1 small day pack
• 2+ pairs of underwear, moisture-wicking fabric recommended
• 1 brimmed hat for sun protection
• Wet wipes (recommended)
• Sunscreen
• Insect repellent containing DEET

Know before you go

• DEPARTURE DATES: The departure dates for all our African safaris and tour packages are flexible according to your personal needs. Please get in touch with us for further and more detailed information.

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.