Tanzania · Safari

3-Day Zanzibar and Mikumi Safari Adventure with Stone Town Tour

3 Days Round trip from Zanzibar Moderate pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Explore Stone Town's historic sites, including the Old Slave Market and House of Wonders
  • 02 Take in coastal views along the Forodhani seafront in Zanzibar
  • 03 Spot elephants, lions, giraffes, zebras, buffalos, and wildebeests on game drives in Mikumi
  • 04 Experience an early morning walking safari for close wildlife encounters

Experience an unforgettable 3-day Tanzanian adventure that combines Zanzibar's cultural heritage with Mikumi's wildlife encounters. Walk through the historic streets of Stone Town, visiting landmarks such as the Old Slave Market and the House of Wonders, and enjoy views along the Forodhani seafront. Then fly to Mikumi National Park for exciting game drives in search of elephants, giraffes, zebras, buffalos, wildebeests, lions, and more. The journey ends with an early morning walking safari for an even closer experience of Mikumi's remarkable wildlife.

Begin with an early morning walking safari to experience Mikumi's wildlife up close.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 3 Days
Tour type Shared
Activity level Moderate
Accommodation Included · Standard
Transport Included
Wheelchair access No
Cities Dar es Salaam, Zanzibar, Mikumi National Park
Languages English, French, German, Hindi, Italian, Spanish, Swahili

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Arrival in Dar es Salaam and Stone Town Discovery

  • Arrive at Julius Nyerere International Airport (JNIA) in Dar es Salaam.
  • Meet your driver/guide, who will assist with your luggage and transfer you to the ferry terminal.
  • Board the morning ferry to Zanzibar.
  • Upon arrival at Zanzibar ferry terminal, transfer to your hotel in Stone Town.
  • Enjoy a relaxed afternoon walking tour of Stone Town. Explore its narrow, winding streets and visit the Old Slave Market and the House of Wonders.
  • Take in the views along the Forodhani seafront.
  • Spend the evening dining locally by the ocean or relaxing at your hotel.

Overnight at a hotel or resort in Stone Town.

Meals: Full board (FB).

2
Day 02

Flight to Mikumi and Wildlife Game Drive

  • Have an early breakfast at your hotel.
  • Transfer to Zanzibar Airport (ZNZ) for a domestic flight to Mikumi National Park.
  • Upon arrival at Mikumi airstrip, meet your professional safari guide and begin a mid-morning game drive.
  • Spot wildlife including elephants, giraffes, zebras, buffalos, wildebeests, lions, and more.
  • Enjoy a picnic lunch inside the park or a hot meal at a nearby lodge.
  • Continue your afternoon game drive, exploring different areas of the park and enjoying diverse animal sightings and changing landscapes.

Overnight at a lodge or tented camp in or near Mikumi National Park.

Meals: Full board (FB).

3
Day 03

Walking Safari and Return to Dar es Salaam

  • Begin with an early morning walking safari to experience Mikumi's wildlife up close.
  • Return to the lodge for breakfast.
  • Start your road journey back to Dar es Salaam, taking in scenic views of rural Tanzania.
  • Stop as needed along the way for rest or refreshments.
  • Arrive in Dar es Salaam by late afternoon or early evening.
  • Transfer to your hotel or Julius Nyerere International Airport, concluding your 3-day adventure.

Meals: Full board (FB).

Stone Town's winding streets, Forodhani seafront views, Mikumi National Park game drives

Where this trip takes you

Stone Town's winding streets, Forodhani seafront views, Mikumi National Park game drives

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Zanzibar 3 cities · 3 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • 4x4 vehicle and English-speaking driver/guide
  • Accommodation
  • Park fees
  • Mineral water, 1 L per day per person
  • Meals as specified in the itinerary
  • All activities specified in the itinerary

What's Not Included

  • Drinks
  • Medical expenses
  • Luggage insurance
  • Tips
  • Laundry
  • Visa - Tanzania
  • Travel insurance

What to bring

  • All safari items

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR), Julius K. Nyerere Road, Dar es Salaam, Tanzania
Tour start
Zanzibar, Tanzania
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 3 days finish where they began, in Zanzibar.

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