Mikumi Drive-in 3 Days/2 Nights
Safari Overview
Mikumi National Park is one of the nearest national parks from Dar es Salaam, Tanzania's main business city, making it the ideal getaway for guests looking for a rewarding wildlife safari with minimal travel time. The entire route from the city center to the park features comfortable all-season roads.
Explore the sweeping Mkata floodplains, enjoy up-close viewings of majestic elephant herds, lions, giraffes, zebras, and colorful birdlife under expert guide supervision.
Detailed Itinerary
Depart early morning from Dar es Salaam via comfortable all-season roads towards Mikumi National Park. Arrive in time for lunch at the lodge, followed by an afternoon game drive across the Mkata floodplain to spot elephants, giraffes, and lions.
Spend a full day immersed in the wilderness of Mikumi National Park. Track lion prides patrolling the grasslands, hippos relaxing in the hippo pools, and large herds of buffaloes and zebras roaming the savannah.
Enjoy an early morning game drive to catch predators and active wildlife during the coolest hours of the day. Return to the lodge for breakfast before embarking on the comfortable drive back to Dar es Salaam.
What's Included
- Professional English-speaking safari guide
- 4x4 Custom Safari Land Cruiser with pop-up roof
- Mikumi National Park conservation entry fees
- Accommodation and all meals during the safari
- Bottled drinking water throughout the trip
- Government taxes and VAT
What's Excluded
- International flights and entry visas
- Travel and medical insurance
- Tips and gratuities for guides and drivers
- Items of a personal nature (souvenirs, alcoholic beverages, etc.)
Mikumi National Park Gallery Highlights
"The 3-day drive-in safari to Mikumi from Dar es Salaam was exceptionally smooth and well organized. We saw lions, elephants, and giraffes on day one!"
"Fantastic guide and comfortable vehicle. Perfect quick getaway for anyone staying in Dar es Salaam wanting an authentic safari experience."
Mikumi National Park - Location & Map
Morogoro Region, Tanzania (Accessible via Dar es Salaam)
Essential Location Information
- Location: Approximately 4 to 5 hours drive from Dar es Salaam.
- Key Features: Mkata floodplain, open grasslands, and abundant wildlife.
- Accessibility: All-season comfortable roads connecting directly from Dar es Salaam.