5-Day Mikumi NP & Nyerere NP Wonderful Budget Tour

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

Drive from Dar es salaam to Nyerere NP by Safari jeep

The safari begins with an early morning departure from Dar es Salaam. You'll head towards Nyerere National Park (Selous Game Reserve) on a scenic 6-7 hours drive through charming villages and beautiful landscapes. Upon arrival, we will check in at your lodge and enjoy a delicious lunch.
In the afternoon, you'll embark on an exciting boat safari along the Rufiji River, where you will encounter hippos, crocodiles, and a variety of bird species. You may also spot elephants and other wildlife coming to drink at the riverbanks. As the sun sets, the sky transforms into a stunning golden hue, making for an unforgettable experience.
After the boat safari, you'll return to your lodge/camp for dinner and an overnight stay. You'll be immersing yourself in the natural beauty of the African wilderness.

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:

Mloka Safari Lodge

• Budget lodge located less than 1hr drive from Nyerere NP

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Meals & Drinks:

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

Full day guided game drive at Nyerere NP

The day will begin with an early morning game drive in Nyerere National Park. As the sun rises, the park becomes to alive to spot a variety of wildlife, including lions, elephants, giraffes, buffalo, and leopards. Your guide will share insights into the park’s diverse ecosystem, enhancing your safari experience. After game driving, you will return to your lodge for the night.

Main Destination:

Nyerere National Park

Accommodation:

Mloka Safari Lodge

• Budget lodge located less than 1hr drive from Nyerere NP

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Non-alcoholic drinks

Walking safari then Drive to Mikumi NP

On this day, We'll have a morning walking safari with a wild ranger with a gun and a walking expert guide before checking out of your accommodation and embarking on a scenic drive with a packed lunch box from Selous to Mikumi National Park. The drive will take around 5 hours, offering views of rolling hills, farms, and small villages. Upon arrival in Mikumi, you will check in at your camp, where you will have time to relax and stay 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

Show more

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:

• All meals included
• Non-alcoholic drinks

Guided game drive & visiting Maasai Boma in Mikumi NP

Early morning game drive to explore more of Mikumi wildlife like lions, leopards, elephants, buffaloes, giraffes, zebras, and landscapes. You will have lunch at Mikumi Cottages within Mikumi National Park.

In the afternoon, you'll visit the scenic areas of the park, such as hills and hippo pools. You'll enjoy the view of the park's unique landscapes and animal sightings.

In the evening, you will exit the Mikumi National Park, ready to catch the road to Maasai Village to learn about their cultures and traditions. After the Maasai village tour, your driver will drive you back to your camp for dinner and rest, waiting for the next day's trip back to Dar es Salaam from Jakaya SGR Station in Morogoro by using the SGR Train.

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 back to Dar es salaam by Train

The day begins with early breakfast before departing from your camp in Mikumi for the train station. You will board the Tanzania Railways train for a scenic and comfortable journey back to Dar es Salaam. The train ride offers a relaxing way to experience the countryside, with pictures views of the landscape, local villages, and wildlife as you pass through the southern regions of Tanzania.
The train ride takes approximately 1hour and half, giving you plenty of time to relax, enjoy the fantastic scene, while rehearsal on your adventure. You will be served meals on board, ensuring a comfortable and enjoyable experience throughout the journey.
Upon arrival in Dar es Salaam in the afternoon. You will be transferred to your hotel or airport, marking the end of your unforgettable safari journey across Tanzania.
Meals: Breakfast and lunch (end of the tour).

Main Destination:

Dar Es Salaam (City)

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.