Tanzania · Safari

1-Day Mikumi National Park Safari from Zanzibar with game drives

1 Day Round trip from Zanzibar Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Spot lions, elephants, giraffes, zebras, and various bird species in Mikumi National Park
  • 02 Enjoy the beauty of the African savannah
  • 03 Travel through one of Tanzania's largest and most accessible national parks
  • 04 Explore part of the larger Selous Ecosystem bordered by the Selous Game Reserve

Take a full-day trip from Zanzibar to Mikumi National Park in Tanzania, East Africa. One of the country's largest and most accessible national parks, Mikumi covers about 3,230 square km (1,250 square miles) and forms part of the larger Selous Ecosystem, bordered by the Selous Game Reserve. The park is home to a variety of wildlife, especially buffaloes, giraffes, elephants, lions, pythons, zebras, and leopards, set against the beauty of the African savannah.

The park is home to a variety of wildlife, especially buffaloes, giraffes, elephants, lions, pythons, zebras, and leopards, set against the beauty of the African savannah.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 1 Day
Tour type Private
Activity level Easy
Accommodation Not included
Transport Included
Wheelchair access No
Cities Dar es Salaam, Zanzibar, Mikumi National Park
Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

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Day 01

Zanzibar to Mikumi National Park Safari Adventure

Early morning flight from Zanzibar to Dar es Salaam:

  • Arrange an early morning flight from Zanzibar to Dar es Salaam. Flight times may vary, so it is important to check with the airlines for available options.

Transfer from Dar es Salaam to Mikumi National Park:

  • Once you arrive in Dar es Salaam, you must arrange transportation to Mikumi National Park. This can be done by hiring a private car or joining a guided tour. The journey from Dar es Salaam to Mikumi National Park takes approximately 4-5 hours, depending on traffic and road conditions.

Morning game drive in Mikumi National Park:

  • Upon reaching Mikumi National Park, start your day with a morning game drive. Mikumi is known for its diverse wildlife, including lions, elephants, giraffes, zebras, and various bird species. Explore the park and enjoy the beauty of the African savannah.

Lunch at a picnic spot:

  • After the morning game drive, take a break for a packed lunch at one of the designated picnic spots within the park. Enjoy your meal while immersing yourself in the serene surroundings.

Afternoon game drive:

  • Following lunch, continue your exploration of Mikumi National Park with an afternoon game drive. Your guide will help you spot wildlife and provide information about the park's flora and fauna.

Depart Mikumi National Park and return to Dar es Salaam:

  • As the day ends, it is time to depart Mikumi National Park and head back to Dar es Salaam.
Mikumi National Park, African savannah, Zanzibar

Where this trip takes you

Mikumi National Park, African savannah, Zanzibar

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Zanzibar 3 cities · 1 Day

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • 4x4 safari vehicles with pop-up roofs for game viewing
  • Meals as indicated in the safari itinerary (lunch)
  • All park fees
  • All conservation fees
  • Unlimited game drives
  • Two bottles of water only during game drives

What's Not Included

  • International flights
  • Drinks
  • Tips
  • Personal insurance

Logistics

Meeting & route

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

Your 1 day finishes where it began, in Zanzibar.

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