2 Day Tanzania Safari at Mikumi National Park
Short Safari Tanzania
Embark on an unforgettable two-day Mikumi safari via the SGR train from Dar es Salaam, exploring Tanzania’s breathtaking national park filled with stunning landscapes and thrilling wildlife encounters, from majestic elephants to exotic bird species, for a truly memorable safari experience.
Key information
- Group safari
- Children from the age of 4 years are allowed to participate under the supervision of a parent or guardian
- Starting and ending point: Dar es Salaam
- English speaking guide
- All park fees are included
Highlights
- 2 wonderful game drives
- Chances to see elephants, lions, leopards, giraffes, and hippos
- Ride in a pop up roof 4X4 vehicle
- Visit to Mikumi National Park
- 1 night accommodation
- Daily meals
- All park fees included
Types
2 activity days in English
Accommodation
Facilities
- Bar
- Dining area
You will be accommodated at Camp Bastian. It is a basic accommodation inside Mikumi National Park. Each room has a private toilet and a shower. Kanuth Adventure Safari can customise budget and luxury accommodations based on your request.
- Budget: Tanapa Bandas
- Luxury: Vuma Hill Tented Camp
The accommodation mentioned in the itinerary is dependent on availability at the time of booking; alternatives of a similar class may be booked instead.
1. Camp Bastian Mikumi
Camp Bastian Mikumi offers a different type of accommodation to suit all needs. The camp consists of seven chalets in different sizes and a campsite. All the chalets are decorated with locally made furniture and fabrics to keep an authentic atmosphere. Camp Bastian Mikumi is a unique tourist camp just outside of the Mikumi National Park. The camp offers comfortable accommodation and a warm and friendly atmosphere. This camp is a perfect choice for your tours and safaris in Southern Tanzania or if you just need a peaceful rest while on the road.
Facilities
- Mosquito net
- Ceiling fan
- En-suite bathroom
- Shower
- Verandah
2. Tanapa Bandas
Mikumi Park Bandas are nice mid-range rest houses located inside the Mikumi National Park. The rest houses are manned and operated by the Tanzania National Park Authority, TANAPA, and can accommodate guests of all ages. Ideally located inside the national park, Mikumi Park Bandas are the best place you can stay in if you are travelling with family or couples and small groups, given that game drives start right away as soon as you leave the compound. The Mikumi park cottages, also called Bandas, are clean and well-maintained guest houses but most of all a safe place to stay in, because they are manned by the Tanzania National Parks Authority, who have their own game warders, also known as Game Rangers.
Facilities
- Self-contained cottages
- Meals
- Running water
- En-suite bathrooms
- En-suite toilets
- Restaurant
3. Vuma Hills Tented Camp
Nestled in the luscious forests of the Vuma Mountains, Vuma Hills Tented Camp offers a comfortable escape with 16 spacious tents perched on wooden decks. Overlooking the breathtaking safari plains of Mikumi National Park and featuring elegantly furnished en-suite tents complete with shaded verandas, this unfenced camp provides an exceptional experience for those seeking a tent with a view in Tanzania. Ideal for an exclusive safari to Tanzania, Vuma Hills Tented Camp combines the thrill of wildlife sightings with the serenity of nature, making it a perfect retreat after a day's scenic game drive.
Program
Day 1: Dar es Salaam - Mrorogoro - Mikumi National Park
An early morning pick-up at Dar es Salaam airport or another agreed point and transfer to the train station for your morning SGR train. Enjoy a comfortable train ride from Morogoro to Morogoro, which leaves at 6:00 a.m. On arrival at Morogoro at 7:40 a.m., you will be picked up by your driver’s guide and will drive for two hours to the park. Check in at Bandas, where you can get breakfast and proceed with the game drive. Mikumi is home to elephants, buffalo, lions, leopards, giraffes, hippos, crocodiles, impalas, elands, worthogs, and about 300 species of birds. Until sunset, returning in time for dinner at your lodgings.
Day 2: Mikumi National Park - Morogoro - Dar es Salaam
Set for an early morning game drive to catch active wildlife and visit scenic waterholes. After a delicious breakfast, lace up for a short lunch before returning to Morogoro and catching the SGR train back to Dar es Salaam. which leaves at 6:40 a.m. On arrival at the Dar es Salaam station, you will meet the staff, who will take you to the airport or hotel for dinner and overnight.
Location
The safari will take place in Mikumi National Park, Tanzania.
Mikumi National Park
One reason to visit Mikumi National Park is that it lies 300 kilometers west of Dar es Salaam. But it is not just easy access; its wildlife is abundant and exciting, too. Mikumi is ideal for the safari-goer with limited time because it is near Dar. Yet a few days in Mikumi National Park is well worth it. With its 3,230 square kilometers, Mikumi National Park is Tanzania's fourth-largest national park. Alone, because of the beautiful regions surrounding it, this park is well worth a visit. First, you have the marbled Uluguru Mountains to the northeast. Second, the Udzungwa Mountains are to the southwest. In addition, the Rufiji River flows into the Selous Game Reserve.
So, ease of access and beautiful surroundings certainly make Mikumi National Park a perfect location, perfect also for its flora and fauna. The Mkata River marks the park's northwestern boundary. The wide-open Mkata flood plains and their flora are reminiscent of the Serengeti. In the plains, you find vegetation typical of the savanna. It is also the best place to observe Elend, the world’s largest antelope. Especially after the rainy seasons, you are likely to see tree-dwelling lions. Even more so than in Lake Manyara National Park.
In addition, the Miombo wooded mountains near the park’s border are home to many antelopes, such as the greater kudu, sable antelope, and Lichtenstein’s hartebeest. Moreover, the hippo pool also abounds with a fantastic number of species. Finally, regarding its fauna, one must not forget its avian residents and migrants. Ornithologists have recorded over 400 bird species there.
Features
General
- Air-conditioned rooms
- Bar
- Dining area
- Environmentally friendly
- Fireplace
- Smoke-free property
- Special menu request
- Terrace
Food
You will be served three meals and a bottle of mineral water per day included in the price. On the first day, you will have lunch at a buffet-style restaurant. Dinner will be served à la carte, where you can choose what you want to eat. Breakfast will be served in English style.
The following meals are included:
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Drinks
The following drinks are included:
- Water
The following dietary requirement(s) are served and/or catered for:
- Regular (typically includes meat and fish)
- Other dietary requirements on request
Things to do (optional)
Night game drives
Usually, these game drives begin at 8:00 p.m. and end around 10:30 p.m. You may wish for a quieter afternoon or a later start the next day. Lions are, above all, active at this time, as are other carnivores, reptiles such as the python, and both the aardvark and the pangolin. A nighttime safari is a great adventure that you will never forget. Please send an inquiry for more information.
What's included
- All activities as per the itinerary
- 1 night accommodation
- All meals as per itinerary
- Bottled mineral water daily
- All transfers to and from agreed pick-up and drop-off points
- All camping gear (if you are camping)
- Service of an English-speaking driver or guide
- Safari-based 4×4 vehicle with open roof for game viewing (sometimes a saloon car or other SUV for excursions in town, etc.)
- Driver’s salary, allowances, and park fees
- Park fees for the vehicle
- All government taxes
- All national park and game reserve fees
- Tanapa armed ranger (where needed, e.g., on-foot safaris, some boat safaris, etc.)
- Crater service fees (if visiting Ngorongoro Crater)
What's not included
- International flights
- Corresponding taxes
- Personal expenses
- Optional activities not outlined on the itinerary
- Visa
- Flying doctors rescue services
- Travel, medical, injury, and luggage insurances
- Tips to the driver and guides
- Anything else not mentioned in the inclusions (above)
How to get there
Recommended Airports
Transfer included
Julius Nyerere International Airport
250 km away from your destination
Cancellation Policy
- A reservation requires a deposit of 50% of the total price.
- The deposit is non-refundable, if the booking is cancelled.
- The rest of the payment should be paid on arrival.
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