Tanzania · Safari

2-Day Mikumi Wildlife Safari from Dar es Salaam with Udzungwa Hike

2 Days Round trip from Dar es Salaam Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights

01 Enjoy a game drive in Mikumi National Park, spotting elephants, lions, and diverse wildlife
02 Trek through lush rainforest to Sanje Falls in Udzungwa Mountains National Park
03 Experience the unique biodiversity and endemic primates of the Udzungwa forest
04 Explore the wildlife-rich Mkata Plains of Mikumi National Park

Embark on an exciting 2-day adventure from Dar es Salaam, featuring a wildlife-focused game drive in Mikumi National Park, home to large elephant herds, lions, giraffes, and abundant birdlife. Explore the stunning Mkata Plains and enjoy a scenic hike in Udzungwa Mountains National Park, where you can witness beautiful waterfalls and unique biodiversity, including the endemic Iringa red colobus monkey.

Embark on a 3-4-hour game drive in Mikumi National Park, focusing on the wildlife in the Mkata Plains, where large elephant herds, lions, giraffes, zebras, wildebeests, and abundant birdlife are commonly seen.

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, Iringa, Mikumi National Park, Udzungwa Mountains National Park

Languages English, French, Spanish

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Mikumi Wildlife Safari and Transfer to Udzungwa

Depart early from Dar es Salaam (6:00 - 7:00 AM) in a private vehicle to Mikumi National Park (approximately 4-6 hours drive).
Arrive late morning and check in at your pre-booked accommodation near or inside Mikumi.
Have a quick lunch and prepare for the afternoon game drive.
Embark on a 3-4-hour game drive in Mikumi National Park, focusing on the wildlife in the Mkata Plains, where large elephant herds, lions, giraffes, zebras, wildebeests, and abundant birdlife are commonly seen.
Drive in the late afternoon to the Udzungwa Mountains area (approximately 1-2 hours).
Check in at your chosen accommodation near Udzungwa.

Have dinner and overnight at the accommodation.

Day 02

Udzungwa Hike and Return to Dar es Salaam

Begin the day with an early breakfast.
Hike in Udzungwa Mountains National Park (4-6 hours). Opt for the Sanje Falls trail (approximately 4 hours) to view a stunning waterfall and enjoy swimming. Alternatively, take a shorter forest walk to explore the unique biodiversity and spot primates like the Iringa red colobus monkey.
Have a packed lunch during or after the hike.
Depart in the afternoon for the return drive to Dar es Salaam (approximately 5-7 hours).
Arrive back at your hotel in Dar es Salaam in the evening, concluding your 2-day trip.