Safari Overview
Enjoy 2 days safari in Mikumi national park which is just 5-6 hours drive from Dar es salaam city center, the park is rich in wildlife like buffalo, elephant, lions, wildebeests, Masai giraffe, hippos, impalas, crocodiles, There are also, zebras and wart hogs. Most of the animals can be seen in all seasons, accommodations in mid range lodges.
Most Accessible Big-Wildlife Park from Dar es Salaam
Mikumi National Park sits directly alongside the Dar es Salaam - Zambia highway, making it the most accessible major wildlife destination from Tanzania's commercial capital. Despite its accessibility, the park is relatively uncrowded and offers intimate wildlife encounters that more popular parks cannot match.
Daily Itinerary
Pickup from hotel in Dar es Salaam and drive to Mikumi for 5 -6 hours with stop in Morogoro for hot lunches then arrive in the park for afternoon and evening game drive. Great welcome by the herd of impala, elephants, Masai giraffes, lions, wildebeests, buffaloes and many more while dinner at Mikumi Bandas and overnight inside the Park
After early breakfast from lodge enjoy half day game drive in Mikumi National Park before departing to Dar es Salaam in which you will arrive in afternoon or evening at hotel/airport/ferry for your next destination
Mikumi Wildlife - What to Expect
One of Southern Tanzania's Premier Wildlife Parks
Mikumi National Park is one of Tanzania's four largest national parks, covering 3,230 square kilometres of diverse habitat. The park's open floodplain and savannah landscape makes it exceptional for game viewing - wildlife is highly visible, and the density of large mammals is remarkable for a park of its accessibility and price point.
| Animal | Sighting Probability | Best Location | Best Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| African Lion | High - resident prides on Mkata floodplain | Mkata floodplain open grassland | Early morning and late afternoon |
| African Elephant | Very High - large resident herds | Throughout the park; floodplain and woodland | Morning and evening waterholes |
| Masai Giraffe | Very High - numerous individuals | Acacia woodland and floodplain edge | All day |
| Hippopotamus | Very High - hippo pool year-round | Mkata River hippo pools | Early morning and late afternoon |
| Cape Buffalo | Very High - large herds on floodplain | Mkata floodplain open grassland | Morning and evening |
| Wildebeest & Zebra | Very High - permanent residents | Open floodplain | All day |
| Nile Crocodile | High - hippo pool area | Mkata River banks | Daytime basking |
Wildlife regularly encountered in Mikumi National Park:
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Minimum price only, based on 2 people sharing. Final pricing depends on season, availability and requested customizations.
| Package | From Price |
|---|---|
| Price for 2 People | From $380.00 per person |
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Best Time to Visit
Mikumi National Park offers good game viewing year-round. The dry season (June - October) is considered peak season - wildlife concentrates around the permanent water sources and the Mkata floodplain, making sightings particularly reliable. The green season (November - May) brings lush vegetation and excellent birdlife, though some areas may be less accessible after heavy rains. Lion, elephant, and hippo are present in good numbers throughout the year.