3-Day Mikumi Safari & Uluguru Mountain Hike from Dar

• You'll be collected from the airport.
• Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.

Dar es Salaam to Mikumi + Afternoon Gamedrive

Morning

05:00 – Pick-up from your hotel/residence in Dar es Salaam and transfer to Dar es Salaam Railway Station.

05:30 – Arrive at the station, check in for the Dar Train Station.

06:00 – Train departs Dar es Salaam for Morogoro.

Enjoy scenic views of rural villages, farms, and the Uluguru ranges as you travel toward Mikumi.

07:45 – Arrive at Morogoro Train Station.

Meet your safari driver-guide and transfer to Mikumi

09:45: Arrive Mikumi and Enjoy a morning Game drive around the park

13:30 – Hot lunch served at Mikumi.

Explore the Mkata Floodplain, famous for its high concentration of wildlife.

Spot elephants, giraffes, zebras, wildebeest, lions, buffaloes, impalas, hippos, and hundreds of bird species.

18:30 – Return to the lodge.

19:30 – Dinner and overnight stay.

Main Destination:

Mikumi National Park

Best Time To Visit Late June to October (Animals are attracted to the waterholes)

High Season June to October

Best Weather June to October (Little to no rainfall)

Wildlife in Mikumi NP

ElephantCommon

GiraffeCommon

BuffaloCommon

ZebraCommon

WildebeestCommon

LionOccasional

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HippoOccasional

LeopardRare

HyenaRare

Wild DogRare

White RhinoNone

Black RhinoNone

CheetahNone

Accommodation:

Mikumi Wildlife Lodge

• Luxury lodge located inside Mikumi NP

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Meals & Drinks:

• Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included)
• All drinks (Except for spirits/liquor)

Morning Game Drive and Transfer to Uluguru Mountains

Morning – Early Start

06:00 – Early breakfast at the lodge.

06:30 – Depart for a Half day Gamedrive. This is the best time for predator sightings.

Explore key areas:

Mkata Floodplain – often called “Little Serengeti”

Hippo Pools – see hippos and crocodiles

Vuma Hills area – good for elephants and buffalo

Bird-rich wetlands

Afternoon

12:00–12:30 – Picnic lunch at a designated viewpoint inside the park.

Afternoon – Transfer to Morogoro

12:30 – Begin drive to Morogoro town, at the foot of the Uluguru Mountains (about 1.5 hours).

13:00 – 16:30 Begin the hike to Uluguru Mountain ridge, Passby Choma waterfall for a quick refresh and continue with the hike(about 4 hour Hike)

Free time to relax and enjoy views of the green mountain range.

19:00 – Dinner and overnight.

Main Destination:

Uluguru Mountains (Mountain Range)

Accommodation:

Budget camping

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• All drinks (Except for spirits/liquor)

Guided Uluguru Hike - Return to Dar by Fast Train

Morning – Mountain Trek

06:30 – Breakfast at the Tented Camp.

07:00 – Start your guided hike into the Uluguru Mountains.

Highlights of the trek:

Traditional Luguru villages

Organic farms (fruits, spices, vegetables)

Lush forest trails

Local waterfalls such as Choma Waterfalls or Morningside (depending on chosen route)

Stunning panoramic views over Morogoro town

Midday

12:00–12:30 – Descend back to the base.

13:00 – Lunch at your lodge or in Morogoro town.

Freshen up and prepare for departure.

Afternoon – Return to Dar

14:30 – Transfer to Morogoro Railway Station.
Evening
19:25-21:10 - Transfer by Train to Dar es Salaam.

Main Destination:

Dar Es Salaam (City)

Accommodation:

No accommodation (End of tour)

Meals & Drinks:

• Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included)
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

• Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost.
• You'll be dropped off at the airport.