8-Day Days Budget Camping Safari Mikumi Ruaha Udzungwa M

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

Dar es Salaam – Mikumi National Park

Depart from Dar es Salaam in the morning and travel to Mikumi National Park. Upon arrival, enjoy your first game drive across the famous Mkata Floodplain, often compared to the Serengeti for its open grasslands and abundant wildlife. Look out for elephants, giraffes, zebras, wildebeests, and lions before heading to your campsite or budget accommodation in Mikumi village for dinner and overnight.

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:

Budget camping

• Bordering Mikumi NP without fences

Meals & Drinks:

• Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included)
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Full-Day Game Drive in Mikumi National Park

Spend a full day exploring the diverse habitats of Mikumi National Park. Enjoy extensive game viewing while searching for a variety of wildlife, including buffaloes, antelopes, hippos, crocodiles, and numerous bird species. Your guide will take you through different areas of the park, maximizing wildlife sightings and providing insight into the park's unique ecosystem. Return to Mikumi village for dinner and overnight.

Main Destination:

Mikumi National Park

Accommodation:

Budget camping

• Just outside Mikumi NP

Meals & Drinks:

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

Mikumi – Ruaha National Park

After breakfast, depart Mikumi and journey through the scenic landscapes of southern Tanzania toward Ruaha National Park. Enjoy views of local villages, rolling hills, and countryside along the way. Arrive in the Ruaha area in the late afternoon and settle into your campsite or accommodation in Tungamalenga village. Relax and prepare for the exciting wildlife adventures ahead.

Main Destination:

Ruaha National Park

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

High Season June to October (Ruaha is rarely crowded)

Best Weather June to October (Rains are very rare)

Wildlife in Ruaha NP

ElephantAbundant

GiraffeCommon

BuffaloCommon

ZebraCommon

HippoCommon

LionOccasional

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LeopardOccasional

HyenaOccasional

Wild DogOccasional

CheetahRare

White RhinoNone

Black RhinoNone

WildebeestNone

Accommodation:

Budget camping

• Outside Ruaha NP

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Full Day Game Drive in Ruaha National Park

Today is dedicated to exploring the incredible wilderness of Ruaha National Park. Known for its large elephant population and healthy predator numbers, Ruaha offers outstanding opportunities to see lions, leopards, cheetahs, wild dogs, buffaloes, and many other species. Enjoy a full day game drive through diverse landscapes, including river systems, baobab forests, and open savannahs before returning to your campsite.

Main Destination:

Ruaha National Park

Accommodation:

Budget camping

• Bordering Ruaha NP without fences

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Full Day Game Drive in Ruaha National Park

Enjoy another full day discovering different sections of Ruaha National Park. This additional safari day increases your chances of spotting elusive wildlife and witnessing remarkable animal behavior. Explore remote areas of the park, follow wildlife tracks, and enjoy the peaceful atmosphere of one of Tanzania’s most untouched safari destinations. Return to Tungamalenga for dinner and overnight.

Main Destination:

Ruaha National Park

Accommodation:

Budget camping

• Bordering Ruaha NP without fences

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Ruaha National Park – Udzungwa Mountains National Park

After breakfast, depart Ruaha and drive to Udzungwa Mountains National Park, part of the famous Eastern Arc Mountain range. The journey offers beautiful scenery and a chance to experience rural Tanzania. Upon arrival, relax at your campsite or lodge and enjoy the tranquil surroundings near the park, preparing for the hiking adventures of the following day.

Main Destination:

Ruaha National Park Udzungwa Mountains National Park

Accommodation:

Budget camping

• The park

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Full Day Hiking in Udzungwa Mountains National Park

Spend the day hiking through the lush tropical rainforest of Udzungwa Mountains National Park with an experienced guide. Discover impressive waterfalls, unique plant species, and endemic wildlife, including rare monkeys and colorful birds. The park is often referred to as the “Galapagos of Africa” due to its exceptional biodiversity. Enjoy spectacular views and an unforgettable nature experience.

Main Destination:

Udzungwa Mountains National Park

Accommodation:

Budget camping

• Bordering Udzungwa Mountains without fences

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Udzungwa – Morogoro Dar es Salaam

After breakfast, depart Udzungwa and drive to Morogoro, where you will connect with the SGR train for a comfortable journey back to Dar es Salaam. Upon arrival, transfer to your hotel, airport, or ferry terminal, bringing your memorable Southern Tanzania adventure to a close.

Main Destination:

Dar Es Salaam (City)

Accommodation:

No accommodation (End of tour)

Meals & Drinks:

• Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included)
• Drinks not included

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