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5-Day Mikumi National Park And Ruaha National Park Tour
  • Tour Category

    Group Tour

  • Tour Types

    Nature, Safari, Wildlife

  • Duration

    5 Days

  • Activity Level

    Medium

  • Language

    English

Description

Embark on a 5-Day adventure through Mikumi and Ruaha National Parks. On Day 1, journey from Dar es Salaam to Mikumi for thrilling afternoon game drives. Day 2 takes you to Ruaha, where you'll spot hippos and other wildlife along the Great Ruaha River. Days 3 and 4 are filled with game drives and a memorable walking safari. On the final day, enjoy a morning game drive before returning to Dar es Salaam.

Highlights
  • Witness lions, elephants, giraffes, and more in Mikumi National Park
  • Explore the Great Ruaha River's hippos and crocodiles
  • Experience the park's secrets on a guided walking tour
  • Day 1: Dar es Salaam and Mikumi National Park expand_more

    Depart by road and drive to Mikumi National Park, which is 320 km from Dar es Salaam, taking approximately 5 hours. Enjoy an early lunch in Morogoro Town. Upon arrival in Mikumi National Park, embark on an afternoon game drive. Mikumi National Park is Tanzania’s fourth-largest National Park and the most accessible from Dar es Salaam. It spans 3,230 sq. km and is set between the Uluguru Mountains to the north and the Lumango Mountains to the southeast. Mikumi is home to buffaloes, giraffes, elephants, lions, pythons, zebras, leopards, crocodiles, and more. You will spend the night at Camp Bastian Mikumi on a full-board basis (meals included: lunch and dinner).

  • Day 2: Ruaha National Park expand_more

    After breakfast, depart for Ruaha National Park, a 5-hour drive from Mikumi, with a stop in Iringa town to relax before proceeding to Ruaha National Park. Upon arrival, check-in at Ruaha Cottages, and in the afternoon, embark on your first game drive inside Ruaha National Park. The Great Ruaha River features large numbers of hippos and crocodiles and attracts lions, leopards, hunting dogs, and other species such as waterbuck, impala, giraffe, warthog, eland, zebra, and elephants. You may also spot Grant’s gazelle, ostrich, and cheetah on the plains. Spend the night at Ruaha Cottages on a full-board basis. Meals include breakfast, lunch, and dinner.

  • Day 3: Ruaha National Park expand_more

    Begin your day with an early breakfast and depart for morning game drives. Enjoy a fresh lunch at Ruaha Cottages and relax during the afternoon. Later, embark on an afternoon game drive. Spend the night at Ruaha Cottages on a full-board basis. Meals include breakfast, lunch, and dinner.

  • Day 4: Ruaha National Park expand_more

    Commence your day with a morning walking safari guided by an expert ranger. Explore the hidden treasures of the park, including flower scents, animal prints, and bird nests. In the evening, embark on another game drive, keeping your eyes peeled for more wildlife wonders. Enjoy another night's stay in the enchanting park.

  • Day 5: Ruaha National Park and Dar es Salaam expand_more

    Start the day with an early morning game drive. Savour a delicious breakfast with wildlife as your backdrop. Pack up and begin your game drive while leaving the park on your way back to Dar es Salaam.

What's Included
  • Park fees (For non-residents)
  • All activities (Unless labelled as optional)
  • All accommodation (Unless listed as upgrade)
  • A professional driver/guide
  • All transportation (Unless labeled as optional)
  • All Taxes/VAT
  • Meals (As specified in the day-by-day section)
  • Drinking water (On all days)
What's Excluded
  • International flights(From/to home)
  • Roundtrip airport transfer
  • Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
  • Tips
  • Personal items (Souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees, etc.)
  • Government imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees
What to bring

Know before you go
  • This tour starts and ends in Dar Es Salaam.
  • Book your own international flights when using this operator to help.
  • Fly to/from Julius Nyerere Airport (DAR - Check price) in Dar es Salaam.
  • A transfer from and back to the airport can be arranged for an extra cost.
  • Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour can be arranged for an extra cost.
Meeting Point

Dar es Salaam, Tanzania

Cancellation Policy

For cancellations upto 2 days before the tour -

Refund of 50% of the tour price.
Price Details
Adult
1 To 20 USD 1030 Per Person
Child
1 To 20 USD 515 Per Person

This is a group tour

Private Tour Price USD 1030
Maximum no. of people 20
Starting From

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USD 1030 / person