Overview
Tanzania's most accessible southern park — open plains reminiscent of the Serengeti with excellent Big Five sightings just 4 hours from Dar es Salaam.
Mikumi National Park sits astride the main highway from Dar es Salaam to the south, making it Tanzania's most accessible southern safari destination. The Mkata Floodplain is often compared to the Serengeti for its open grasslands and prolific wildlife. Lions, elephants, zebras, wildebeest, and buffalo are common, and the park's Hippo Pool is one of the best viewing spots in Tanzania.
Highlights
Your Journey
Day 1
Drive to Mikumi & Afternoon Game Drive
Depart Dar es Salaam early morning for the scenic 4-hour drive to Mikumi. Check into your lodge and enjoy an afternoon game drive across the Mkata Floodplain.
Overnight: Mikumi LodgeMeals: Lunch, DinnerDay 2
Full Day Game Drives
Full-day game drives exploring the park's diverse habitats — from open plains to riverine forest. Visit the famous Hippo Pool. Picnic lunch under an acacia tree.
Overnight: Mikumi LodgeMeals: Breakfast, Lunch, DinnerDay 3
Morning Game Drive & Return
Early morning game drive for final sightings before the drive back to Dar es Salaam.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Included & Excluded
Included
- Dar es Salaam transfers
- All park fees
- Full-board lodge accommodation
- Game drives
- Professional guide
- Drinking water
Not Included
- International flights
- Travel insurance
- Tips
- Alcoholic beverages
Price Per Person
Where to Stay
BEACH_RESORTRoyal Zanzibar Beach Resort
Nungwi
Palatial beachfront resort on Nungwi's legendary sunset shore with private pavilions, overwater spa, and white-glove service throughout.
from $600 / night
BEACH_RESORTMelia Zanzibar
Kiwengwa
All-inclusive beachfront elegance on Kiwengwa's turquoise shore with lush tropical gardens, two pools, and a world-class spa.
from $400 / night
BOUTIQUE_HOTELMatemwe Retreat
Matemwe
Four exclusive cliff-top villas with private plunge pools and butler service, perched above the reef with unbroken views to Mnemba Atoll.
from $700 / night