Package Overview

A Mikumi National Park day trip is a full-day wildlife safari experience ideal for travelers based in Dar es Salaam or Zanzibar who want to explore the African bush without the need for a multi-day tour. Here's a clear and detailed explanation of what the trip includes, what to expect, and why it’s popular:

What is a Mikumi National Park Day Trip?

A Mikumi day trip is a one-day guided safari in Mikumi National Park, which is Tanzania's fourth-largest national park, located about 280 km (4–5 hours drive) from Dar es Salaam. It offers visitors a chance to experience authentic African wildlife and scenic landscapes—all in one day.

Location

• Mikumi National Park lies between the Uluguru Mountains and the Lumango range.
• It's part of the larger Selous ecosystem, which supports a wide range of wildlife.
• Also accessible via short flight from Zanzibar

Why Choose Mikumi for a Day Trip?

• Easily reachable in a single day.
• High chance of wildlife sightings: Open savannah makes it easy to spot animals.
• Less crowded than Serengeti or Ngorongoro, yet still rewarding.
• Perfect for those on a tight schedule.

Wildlife You May See

• Lions, leopards, elephants
• Zebras, giraffes, buffaloes
• Wildebeests, hippos, crocodiles
• Antelopes: elands, impalas, kudus
• Over 400 species of birds