Tanzania · Safari

5-Day Safari Adventure in Mikumi and Nyerere from Dar es Salaam

5 Days Round trip from Dar es Salaam Moderate pace

The journey

Trip highlights

01 Explore Mikumi and Nyerere, two of Tanzania's renowned national parks
02 Enjoy thrilling game drives to spot lions, elephants, giraffes, and wild dogs
03 Experience a scenic boat safari with close encounters of hippos, crocodiles, and birdlife
04 Take a guided wilderness walking safari with an armed ranger

Embark on a thrilling 5-day safari adventure from Dar es Salaam to Mikumi and Nyerere National Park. Enjoy scenic game drives, an exciting boat safari, and a guided walking safari as you explore Tanzania's incredible wildlife and landscapes. Discover diverse animals such as lions, elephants, giraffes, hippos, crocodiles, and wild dogs, and immerse yourself in the beauty of the Uluguru Mountains and these renowned safari destinations.

Enjoy the thrilling experience as crocodiles approach the boat and hippos surface close by.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 5 Days

Tour type Private

Activity level Moderate

Accommodation Included · Standard

Transport Included

Wheelchair access No

Cities Dar es Salaam, Morogoro, Mikumi National Park, Uluguru Mountains

Languages English, French, German, Swahili

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Drive from Dar es Salaam to Mikumi and Sunset Game Drive

Pick up from your hotel or the airport in Dar es Salaam.
Begin the drive to Mikumi National Park, which takes approximately 5 to 6 hours.
Stop in Morogoro for a hot lunch.
Continue the journey to Mikumi National Park.
Arrive for an afternoon game drive until sunset, observing animals such as lions, elephants, zebras, giraffes, and wildebeests.
Check in at the accommodation (lodge/hotel/camp).

Meal plan: Full Board (FB).

Day 02

Full-Day Game Drive in Mikumi and Transfer to Morogoro

Have an early breakfast.
Embark on a full-day game drive in Mikumi National Park with packed lunch boxes or the option of a hot lunch at the lodge.
Continue with the game drive until 3:30 p.m.
Drive to Morogoro for dinner and an overnight stay.
Check in at the accommodation (hotel/lodge).

Meal plan: Half Board (HB).

Day 03

Journey to Nyerere and Afternoon Boat Safari

Have an early breakfast.
Start the journey to Nyerere National Park, passing through the Uluguru Mountains, rivers, local villages, and farms.
Arrive in Nyerere National Park for an afternoon boat safari, encountering hippos, crocodiles, and various bird species.
Enjoy the thrilling experience as crocodiles approach the boat and hippos surface close by.
Check in at the accommodation (lodge/hotel/camp).

Meal plan: Full Board (FB).

Day 04

Full-Day 4WD Game Drive in Nyerere National Park

Embark on a full-day game drive in Nyerere National Park, exploring the park in a 4WD vehicle for excellent photographic opportunities.
Explore different sections of the vast park, home to elephants, lions, wild dogs, buffalo, zebra, and more.
Return to the lodge for the evening.
Check in at the accommodation (lodge/hotel/camp).

Meal plan: Full Board (FB).

Day 05

Walking Safari and Return to Dar es Salaam

Wake up early for a cup of coffee or tea.
Go on a wilderness walking safari with the guidance of an armed ranger for 2 to 2.5 hours.
Experience the African wild intimately, observing footprints, animal droppings, and small creatures.
After breakfast, begin the drive back to Dar es Salaam.
Arrive in Dar es Salaam, where your driver will drop you off at your desired location.
End of tour.

Meal plan: Full Board (FB).