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If you’re craving a quick escape into the wild, this 2 day wildlife safari experience in Mikumi National Park is the perfect adventure. Just a few hours’ drive from Dar es Salaam, Mikumi offers an easy yet thrilling way to experience Tanzania’s wildlife without needing a long holiday. The journey itself is part of the experience. Passing through scenic countryside, roadside villages and hills that gradually open up to the sunlit plains of Mikumi.

Once inside the park, you will understand why it’s often called a “mini Serengeti.” The grasslands are alive with movement. With a bit of luck, you might spot lions resting in the shade or buffaloes cooling off near the waterholes. The park’s rich birdlife adds a splash of color to every scene, from lilac-breasted rollers to large hornbills overhead.

As the day winds down, relax at a cozy lodge or camp just outside the park as the sun sets over the savannah. On the second morning, an early game drive gives you the best chance to witness predators returning from their night hunts or elephants beginning their day.

Short and scenic, this safari is ideal for first-time visitors and returning travelers alike. Whether you’re seeking photography opportunities, a family adventure, or simply a break from city life, Mikumi delivers a rewarding taste of Tanzania’s wild beauty.

You can also customize your trip to include nearby destinations like Udzungwa Mountains or Ruaha National Park for an even more diverse experience. Reach out to us if you’d like help planning or adjusting your itinerary.

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Itineraries

Day 1

Dar es Salaam to Mikumi – Half-Day Game Drive

Morning

Pick-up from your hotel or Dar airport by our safari guide.
Drive to Mikumi in a 4x4 vehicle, enjoying scenic views.
Receive a short safari briefing at the park gate.
Begin your game drive through plains and woodlands.

Afternoon

Explore diverse habitats.
Enjoy a picnic lunch inside the park.
Continue game drive, looking out for predators.

Evening

Exit the park with final wildlife sightings.
Check in at Camp Bastian Mikumi.
Relax, freshen up, and enjoy dinner.
Dinner and overnight stay at Camp Bastian Mikumi.

Day 2

Half Day Game Drive - Return to Dar Es Salaam

Morning

Early breakfast at the camp.
Depart for a half-day game drive in different park sections.
Enjoy the peaceful beauty of the park in the early hours.
Stop for photos and scenic views along the way.

Afternoon

Continue exploring selected routes for varied scenery.
Picnic lunch at a designated site inside the park.
Exit the park at a relaxed pace.
Drive back to Dar es Salaam.
Drop-off at your hotel or at the airport.

Professional English Speaking guide

Park entry fees

4x4 safari vehicle

Accommodation

Drinking water

All meals

Guide tip (15$pp per day)

Flights (Local and International)

Visa

Travel and medical Insurance

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