3 Days Mikumi Safari from Dar es Salaam (By Road)

Tour Overview

Experience Tanzania’s Wildlife Just a Few Hours from the City

This 3-day Mikumi National Park safari is ideal for travelers seeking an authentic wildlife experience within a short timeframe. Located approximately 4–6 hours from Dar es Salaam, Mikumi is one of the most accessible national parks in Tanzania, offering excellent game viewing across open plains similar to the Serengeti.

Safari Overview

• Duration: 3 Days / 2 Nights
• Departure: Dar es Salaam
• Transport: Private 4×4 Safari Vehicle
• Destination: Mikumi National Park
• Accommodation: Budget, Mid-range, or Luxury options
• Meals: Full board during safari

Tour Description

Day 1: Dar es Salaam – Mikumi National Park

Your safari begins with an early morning pick-up from your hotel in Dar es Salaam. Enjoy a scenic drive through the Tanzanian countryside toward Mikumi National Park.

Arrive in time for lunch, followed by your first afternoon game drive. Expect to see giraffes, zebras, elephants, and possibly lions roaming the famous Mkata Floodplain.

Dinner and overnight at your selected lodge.

Day 2: Full Day Game Drive in Mikumi

After breakfast, embark on a full-day game drive exploring different areas of the park.

Mikumi is home to a wide range of wildlife including buffalo, wildebeest, hippos, and over 400 bird species. The open landscape allows for excellent wildlife sightings throughout the year.

Enjoy a picnic lunch inside the park before continuing your afternoon game drive.

Return to your lodge in the evening for dinner and overnight stay.

Day 3: Morning Game Drive – Return to Dar es Salaam

Start your day with an early morning game drive when wildlife is most active.

After breakfast, begin your journey back to Dar es Salaam with arrival in the afternoon.

Accommodation Options & Rates (Per Person Sharing)

Budget Options – $546

• Mikumi Bandas
• Mikumi Resort
 

Mid-Range Options – $563

• Camp Bastian
• Camp Atupele
• Tan Swiss Lodge
 

Luxury Options – $950

• Vuma Hills Tented Camp
• Mikumi Wildlife Lodge
• Stanley’s Kopje
 

Luxury accommodations such as Vuma Hills offer elevated tented suites, panoramic views, and premium safari comfort within the park environment.

What’s Included

• Park fees
• Professional safari guide
• Private 4×4 safari vehicle
• Accommodation (2 nights)
• Meals (Full Board)
• Bottled drinking water
• Game drives as per itinerary
 

What’s Not Included

• Personal expenses
• Travel insurance
• Tips & gratuities
• Alcoholic beverages
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