Tanzania · Safari

2-Day Mikumi National Park Safari with Game Drives and Hippo Pools

2 Days Round trip from Dar es Salaam Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights

01 Experience multiple game drives in Mikumi National Park for prime wildlife viewing
02 Encounter herds of zebras, elephants, giraffes, and possibly lions and leopards
03 Explore the stunning Mkata Floodplain
04 Visit the fascinating hippo pools

Embark on an exciting 2-day safari adventure in Mikumi National Park, where you will explore the stunning Mkata Floodplain and encounter a variety of wildlife, including elephants, lions, giraffes, and zebras. Enjoy thrilling game drives, capture breathtaking sunrises, and visit the fascinating hippo pools.

Embark on an exciting 2-day safari adventure in Mikumi National Park, where you will explore the stunning Mkata Floodplain and encounter a variety of wildlife, including elephants, lions, giraffes, and zebras.

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 Yes

Cities Dar es Salaam, Mikumi National Park

Languages English, French, Spanish

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Journey to Mikumi and First Game Drive

Morning (6:00 - 7:00 AM): Your safari vehicle will pick you up from your hotel in Dar es Salaam. Enjoy the scenic drive as you leave the city behind.
Late Morning (10:00 - 11:00 AM): After a 4-5 hour drive, arrive at Mikumi National Park. Complete park entry formalities and enter the park.
Lunch (12:00 - 1:00 PM): Have a packed lunch or arrive at your accommodation for a delicious meal.
Afternoon Game Drive (1:30 - 5:30 PM): Go on your first game drive with your guide. Spot zebras, wildebeests, buffaloes, giraffes, elephants, and predators like lions.
Evening (6:00 PM onwards): Return to your accommodation for dinner and relaxation. Enjoy the sounds of the bush.

Day 02

Sunrise Game Drive and Return to Dar es Salaam

Early Morning Game Drive (6:00 - 9:00 AM): Head out early for a game drive and see predators active in the cool morning hours. Visit the hippo pools and spot birdlife.
Breakfast (9:30 - 10:30 AM): Return to your accommodation for breakfast.
Check-out and Final Game Drive (11:00 AM - 1:00 PM): Check out and enjoy a final short game drive before leaving the park.
Lunch (1:00 - 2:00 PM): Have lunch on your way back to Dar es Salaam.
Afternoon Journey Back (2:00 - 6:00 PM): Drive back to Dar es Salaam. Arrive in the late afternoon or evening with unforgettable memories.