Mikumi National Park lies astride the main Dar es Salaam-Zambia highway, making it one of Tanzania's most accessible safari destinations - often called a 'mini Serengeti'.
The Mkata floodplain supports elephant, lion, giraffe, zebra and buffalo with near-guaranteed sightings, ideal for short safaris from Dar.
Mikumi pairs perfectly with Udzungwa rainforest hikes and longer Ruaha or Nyerere extensions.
Best time to visit: Year-round; Jun - Oct dry season best for predators
Recommended duration: 1 - 3 days
Entry cost: Park fees from approx. $30 / adult / day
Key Attractions
- Mkata floodplain
- Open savanna game viewing
- Hippo pools
- 400+ bird species
- Gateway to Udzungwa & Ruaha
Activities
- Game drives
- Bird watching
- Day trips from Dar es Salaam
- Photography
- Combined Udzungwa hikes
Safari Packages
10 Days Safari to Nyerere, Mikumi Udzungwa & Ruaha National Parks
Price on request
This 10 Day Safari you will visit Nyerere (Selous), Udzungwa, Ruaha & Mikumi Parks, a perfect adventure for wildlife enthusiasts, serious safari-goers or newcomers alike, this jour
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Southern Tanzania Explorer
From $4,850 / person
Comprehensive southern circuit - Ruaha, Nyerere, Mikumi, Udzungwa and Iringa cultural sites in one grand journey.
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2 Days Safari to Mikumi National Park
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Our 2 Days Game viewing Safari in Mikumi National Park will give you the most incredible game encounters taking you from Dar es Salaam, you will have most exciting remarkable adven
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From $950 / person
A short, accessible safari to Mikumi National Park from Dar es Salaam - ideal for weekend wildlife escapes on the Mkata floodplain.
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3 Days Safari to Mikumi National Park
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Your 3 Days Game viewing Safari in Mikumi National Park will give you the most incredible game encounters taking you from Dar es Salaam, you will have most exciting remarkable adve
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3 Days Safari to Nyerere and Mikumi National Parks
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This 3 Days safari to Nyerere (Selous) and Mikumi is ideal short safari on the Tanzania Southern Circuit. Nyerere Park size is stunning, bigger than Switzerland or Denmark, uninhab
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3 Days Safari to Udzungwa & Mikumi National Parks
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This 3 Days safari to Udzungwa and Mikumi is ideal safari for the experience Game Safari & Hiking. The Udzungwa Mountains National Park is a sumptuous forested reserve, a rare trop
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4 Days Safari to Mikumi & Udzungwa National Parks
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This 4 Days safari to Udzungwa and Mikumi is ideal safari for the experience Game Safari & Hiking. The Udzungwa Mountains National Park is a sumptuous forested reserve, a rare trop
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4 Days Safari to Nyerere and Mikumi National Parks
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This 4 Day Safari you will visit 2 Southern Tanzania National Parks including Nyerere and Mikumi. You will have plenty of time for extensive animal watching, river boating and the
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5 Days Safari to Mikumi & Ruaha National Parks
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This 5 Day Safari you will visit Mikumi & Ruaha National Parks that lies deep in the South with its striking, rugged landscapes and abundant wildlife. The great Ruaha River provide
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5 Days Zanzibar Beach Holiday
From $1,450 / person
Stone Town culture, spice farms and Indian Ocean beach relaxation - the perfect post-safari unwind.
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7 Days Safari to Ruaha, Udzungwa and Mikumi National Parks
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This 7 Day Safari by road you will visit Ruaha, Udzungwa & Mikumi Parks, a perfect adventure for wildlife enthusiasts, serious safari-goers or newcomers alike, this journey promise
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Day Trip to Mikumi National Park
From $638 / person
A day trip to Mikumi National Park from Dar es Salaam, this is a shortest safari offered in the southern Tanzania (Day safari to Tanzania). Day Trip Mikumi National Park (Safari fr
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