3-Day In Mikumi and Nyerere National Park

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

Arrival & Transfer to Mikumi National Park

Morning: Arrive in Dar es Salaam and meet your professional safari guide. Begin a scenic drive towards Mikumi National Park, passing picturesque landscapes and local villages, giving a glimpse of authentic Tanzanian life.
Afternoon: Check-in at your mid-range or luxury lodge/camp. Enjoy a light lunch while taking in views of the savannah.
Evening Game Drive: Embark on your first guided game drive. Mikumi is home to elephants, lions, giraffes, zebras, and buffalo. Your guide will provide insights into animal behavior and photography tips.
Dinner & Overnight: Return to the lodge for a traditional Tanzanian dinner and overnight stay under the starlit sky.

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:

Camp Bastian Mikumi

• Mid-range lodge located just outside Mikumi NP

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Meals & Drinks:

• Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included)
• Non-alcoholic drinks

Full game drive in Mikumi National Park

Early Morning: After an early breakfast, depart for a full-day game drive across Mikumi’s vast landscapes.
Morning Safari: Traverse the open savannahs and woodlands, spotting lions, elephants, giraffes, buffalo, zebras, and a variety of antelope species. Your guide will share expert insights on animal behavior and park ecology.
Lunch: Enjoy a scenic picnic lunch inside the park surrounded by wildlife, or return briefly to the lodge depending on preference.
Afternoon Safari: Continue exploring Mikumi with an afternoon game drive. Capture stunning wildlife photography as the golden afternoon sun illuminates the park. Optional stop at the hippo pool or Mkata floodplain for unique animal sightings.
Evening: Return to the lodge for sundowners, reflecting on a full day of wildlife encounters.
Dinner & Overnight: Relax with a hearty dinner and overnight stay at your lodge.

Main Destination:

Mikumi National Park

Accommodation:

Camp Bastian Mikumi

• Mid-range lodge located just outside Mikumi NP

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Non-alcoholic drinks

Transfer to Nyerere National Park & Departure

Morning: After breakfast Depart Mikumi and drive towards Nyerere National Park for a scenic overview or short game viewing
Afternoon: Begin the return journey to Dar es Salaam. Stop for photographs or local cultural visits if time permits.
Evening: Arrive in Dar es Salaam. Safari concludes with transfers to airport or hotel.

Main Destination:

Nyerere National Park

Best Time To Visit June to October (Easiest wildlife viewing)

High Season June to October (The main tourist area gets crowded)

Best Weather June to October (Little to no rainfall)

Wildlife in Nyerere NP

ElephantCommon

GiraffeAbundant

BuffaloCommon

ZebraCommon

WildebeestCommon

HippoAbundant

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HyenaCommon

LionOccasional

Wild DogOccasional

LeopardRare

White RhinoNone

Black RhinoNone

CheetahNone

Accommodation:

No accommodation (End of tour)

Meals & Drinks:

• Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included)
• Non-alcoholic drinks

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