4-Day Road Safari Mikumi & Udzungwa from Dar Es Salaam

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

Dar es Salaam to Mikumi National Park & Afternoon Game Drive

Your adventure begins with an early morning pickup from your hotel or the airport in Dar es Salaam. Leave the coastal cityscape behind as you embark on a scenic 5-to-6-hour drive through bustling towns and changing landscapes, arriving at Mikumi National Park just in time for lunch.

After a brief rest, hop into your open-sided 4x4 safari vehicle for your first thrilling afternoon game drive. The Mkata Floodplain open horizons offer immediate opportunities to spot large herds of elephants, buffaloes, zebras, and wildebeests. Keep your eyes peeled for lions lounging beneath the acacia trees or leopards draped over branches. As dusk falls, you will drive to Camp Bastian, a cozy lodge nestled on the park’s outskirts. Unwind by the pool, enjoy a hearty dinner, and fall asleep to the tranquil sounds of the African bush.

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)
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Full-Day Game Drive in Mikumi National Park

Wake up early for a spectacular full-day game drive, the absolute best time to catch predators on the move. Mikumi is teeming with wildlife, and today you will explore its deeper, hidden corners with your expert guide.

Traverse the savannah to track the park’s famous "hippo pools," where massive pods jostle for space alongside giant crocodiles and a vibrant array of waterbirds. Your guide will help you spot rarer species, such as the eland (the world’s largest antelope), greater kudu, and the striking sable antelope. Mid-day, you’ll enjoy a scenic picnic lunch under a shady baobab tree, surrounded by the wild landscape. Continue exploring through the afternoon as the shifting golden light offers incredible photography opportunities. As the sun sets over the horizon, head back to Camp Bastian for a delicious dinner and another relaxing overnight stay.

Main Destination:

Mikumi National Park

Accommodation:

Camp Bastian Mikumi

• Mid-range lodge located just outside Mikumi NP

Meals & Drinks:

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

Trekking the Udzungwa Mountains to Sanje Waterfalls

After an early breakfast, take a short, scenic drive to the nearby Udzungwa Mountains National Park, a stunning part of the Eastern Arc Mountains known as the "Galapagos of Africa" due to its unique biodiversity.

Meet your park ranger and begin an exhilarating hike up to the magnificent Sanje Waterfalls, a dramatic 170-meter plunge through the lush canopy. The trek takes you through pristine, dense rainforest filled with ancient trees, vibrant butterflies, and rare primates—including the endemic Iringa red colobus and Sanje crested mangabey. Once at the top, you'll be rewarded with breathtaking, panoramic views of the Kilombero Valley below. Cool off by swimming in the crystal-clear, refreshing plunge pools at the base of the falls. After a memorable picnic lunch in nature, descend the mountain and return to your lodge for dinner and a well-deserved night's rest.

Main Destination:

Udzungwa Mountains National Park

Accommodation:

Camp Bastian Mikumi

• Mid-range lodge located less than 1hr drive from Udzungwa Mountains

Meals & Drinks:

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

Morning Breakfast & Return Drive to Dar es Salaam

Enjoy a final, relaxed breakfast at the lodge, soaking in the crisp mountain air and beautiful surroundings one last time. Pack your bags and bid farewell to the wilderness as you board your vehicle for the return journey to Dar es Salaam.

The drive back offers a final chance to admire the beautiful Tanzanian countryside and local villages. Your driver will drop you off at your preferred hotel or directly at the Julius Nyerere International Airport (JNIA) for your onward flight, marking the end of an incredible, action-packed southern circuit safari.

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.