3 Days Mikumi Safari from Zanzibar

Tour Overview

(Boat + Road + Train Experience)

This 3-day safari is ideal for travelers looking to explore the wildlife of Mikumi National Park while enjoying a unique combination of boat transfer, scenic road journey, and train travel. The trip offers excellent chances to see lions, elephants, giraffes, zebras, and more in one of Tanzania’s most accessible parks.

Tour Description

Day 1: Zanzibar – Dar es Salaam – Mikumi National Park

Your journey begins early morning with a boat transfer from Zanzibar to Dar es Salaam. Upon arrival, meet your driver-guide and depart by road to Mikumi National Park (approximately 5–6 hours).

Arrive in time for lunch at your lodge or camp, followed by an afternoon game drive in the park. Explore the open plains, often compared to the Serengeti, and spot a variety of wildlife.

Dinner and overnight at your selected accommodation.

Day 2: Full Day Game Drive in Mikumi National Park

After breakfast, enjoy a full day game drive in Mikumi National Park with picnic lunch inside the park.

You will explore different areas of the park, including the Mkata Floodplain, known for its high concentration of wildlife. Expect to see elephants, buffaloes, wildebeests, antelopes, and predators such as lions.

Return to your lodge in the late afternoon for relaxation, dinner, and overnight.

Day 3: Mikumi – Morogoro – Dar es Salaam – Zanzibar

Early breakfast, then depart for Morogoro for your train journey.

Board the train departing at 09:40 AM, arriving in Dar es Salaam at 11:40 AM. Upon arrival, transfer to the ferry terminal to catch your 12:30 PM boat back to Zanzibar.

End of safari.

Accommodation Options & Rates

Prices are per person sharing (2 people):

• Budget: Mikumi Bandas / Mikumi Resort – $708 per person

• Mid-Range: Camp Atupele / Tan Swiss / Camp Bastian – $750 per person

• Luxury: Vuma Hills / Stanley’s Kopje / Mikumi Wildlife Lodge – $1108 per person

For a different number of travelers, please contact us for a customized quote.

Safari Includes

• Boat transfers (Zanzibar – Dar – Zanzibar)

• Private transport (Dar es Salaam – Mikumi – Morogoro)

• Train ticket (Morogoro – Dar es Salaam)

• Park entry fees

• Game drives in a 4×4 safari vehicle

• Professional English-speaking driver-guide

• Accommodation (2 nights)

• Meals as per itinerary

• Drinking water during safari

Safari Excludes

• International flights

• Visa fees

• Travel insurance

• Personal expenses

• Tips and gratuities

Why Choose This Safari

This itinerary offers a well-balanced mix of adventure and comfort, combining three different modes of transport while maximizing your wildlife experience in Mikumi National Park. It’s a great option for travelers starting from Zanzibar who want a short yet rewarding safari.