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The 15 Best Mikumi National Park Safaris

85 tours  ·  from $280

Mikumi is the park most people reach from the coast, either by road from Dar es Salaam or by a morning flight from Zanzibar. These 15 compare the day trips and the overnight versions on price, flying time and hours actually spent on a game drive.

From Zanzibar: Mikumi Safari Day Trip with Flights and Meal - The early pickup and Zanzibar airport routine
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From Zanzibar: Mikumi Safari Day Trip with Flights and Meal

1.From Zanzibar: Mikumi Safari Day Trip with Flights and Meal

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 1,470 reviews · from $451Our pick

You fly from Zanzibar to Mikumi National Park, land near the game area, and spend the day in a shared safari vehicle with an English-speaking guide. Guides such as Salim, Amos, Elias, and Gabriel have helped guests find lions, elephants, giraffes, hippos, zebras, and crocodiles. Lunch, water, park fees, flights, and hotel transfers are included.

“Both the guide, I believe he's name was Elias, and the driver were amazing. so welcoming, funny and professional. We've seen lots of animals and had really nice bush lunch. would recommend it to everyone, it was a highlight of our trip.”

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Mikumi Safari Tour: Day Trip Return Flight From Zanzibar - The Mkata Floodplain, Mikumi’s open safari center
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Mikumi Safari Tour: Day Trip Return Flight From Zanzibar

2.Mikumi Safari Tour: Day Trip Return Flight From Zanzibar

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 97 reviews · from $600Top rated

Fly from Zanzibar airport to Mikumi Airstrip, then spend the day on a guided game drive across the Mkata Floodplain. Your group is limited to seven, with lunch, fruit, snacks, drinks, park fees, and return flights included. Guide Musa has earned special praise for his care and wildlife-spotting skills.

“Amazing trip from Zanzibar to Mikumi National Park. Perfect organization and guide. A day we will not forget! Real Safari experience qith many wild ani als up close!”

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Mikumi National Park Day Trip - Why the open grassland works so well for wildlife viewing
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Mikumi National Park Day Trip

3.Mikumi National Park Day Trip

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 76 reviews · from $520

Leave your Zanzibar hotel at 5:00 AM, fly to Mikumi, and spend the day in a 4x4 jeep with a professional guide. The open grassland makes animal spotting easier, with possible sightings of elephants, lions, giraffes, zebras, hippos, crocodiles, and birds. Guides such as Patrick, Ali, and Alex have been praised for their wildlife knowledge and care.

“This trip was so amazing, we had the best day. Right from the moment we were picked up to the moment we were dropped off. The tour was seamlessly organised, the flights were easy and I even got to sit in the cockpit next to the pilot! Read more”

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MIKUMI NATIONAL PARK - 3 Days - Day one: the road from Dar es Salaam to the park
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MIKUMI NATIONAL PARK – 3 Days

4.Mikumi National Park – 3 Days

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 63 reviews · from $725

Travel from Dar es Salaam to Mikumi National Park for two nights, afternoon, sunrise, sunset, and full-day game drives. Expect giraffes, elephants, buffalo, birds, and possible lions, leopards, and wild dogs. Meals are included, dietary needs can be accommodated, and the private tour ends with return transport to the airport or ferry.

“N/A Complete dissatisfaction, 😥 disappointing . Called 24 hours before to confirm . Gave my cell number and confirmed my location to no available. Woke up early to get ready for 7am pick up, I called at 6:40 am since i did hear the day before Read more”

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2 nights 3 days safari to mikumi national park - Day two: the long safari day around Mkata and Chamgore
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2 nights 3 days safari to mikumi national park

5.2 nights 3 days safari to mikumi national park

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 62 reviews · from $650

You leave Dar es Salaam at 6:30 am for a private 3-day Mikumi safari with game drives, local meals, and two nights near the park. Look for lions, elephants, giraffes, buffalo, hippos, zebras, and wildebeests around Mkata, Chamgore, and the flood plains. Guides may include Benson, Method, Shani, Freddy, or Nassary.

“Nive expérience. We had the chance to see all animals. We had good guide keen to show us the good spots. Nice experience.”

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2 Days 1 Night Mikumi National Park from Dar es salaam - Day one: the long road to Mikumi and a sunset drive
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2 Days 1 Night Mikumi National Park from Dar es salaam

6.2 Days 1 Night Mikumi National Park from Dar es salaam

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 60 reviews · from $670

Leave Dar es Salaam at 5am for Mikumi National Park, then enjoy a sunset game drive, dinner, and an overnight stay inside the park. An early five-hour drive on day two gives you more time to look for lions, elephants, buffalo, giraffes, zebra, hippos, and crocodiles. Guides including Patrick, Frederick, and Mariam are praised for their animal knowledge and calm driving.

“Amazing trip very recommended! In one day we saw all main animals in the park. Edward organized it in a very short notice and Patrick is very knowledgeable on the park and took us to the best routes. Thanks a lot guys!”

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2 Day Safari To Mikumi National Park + transfers from Dar Es Salam - Day one: road transfer, camp check-in, and sunset wildlife
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2 Day Safari To Mikumi National Park + transfers from Dar Es Salam

7.2 Day Safari To Mikumi National Park + transfers from Dar Es Salam

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 56 reviews · from $902

This private Mikumi safari takes you from Dar es Salaam or Morogoro to Tanzania’s nearest major national park for sunset, full-day, and morning game drives. Guide Max is often named for his warm manner, animal spotting, and clear explanations. Expect long road transfers, camp accommodation, meals as specified at booking, and a return transfer toward Dar es Salaam.

“I recently went on a fantastic safari with Double G Safari in Mikumi National Park, Everything about the experience was amazing from beginning to end.”

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Private Full-Day Trip to Mikumi National Park from Dar es Salaam - Morogoro lunch gives the road day a useful break
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Private Full-Day Trip to Mikumi National Park from Dar es Salaam

8.Private Full-Day Trip to Mikumi National Park from Dar es Salaam

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 54 reviews · from $550

Leave Dar es Salaam at 4:00 AM for a private day trip to Mikumi National Park with Silas or Felix. After lunch in Morogoro, enjoy a 4 to 5-hour game drive for chances to see lions, giraffes, buffalo, wildebeests, impalas, and birds. Hotel, airport, and residence pickup and drop-off are included.

“I was unsure about how to spend a free day in Dar but I’m so glad I did this! Silas was an amazing guide who made sure I had the best experience possible. When a lion was spotted, Silas quickly drove us over to the spot for a great view and it is something I’ll never forget!”

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From Zanzibar: Mikumi Safari Day Trip with Flights and Meal - The early pickup and Zanzibar airport routine
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From Zanzibar: Mikumi Safari Day Trip with Flights and Meal

9.From Zanzibar: Mikumi Safari Day Trip with Flights and Meal

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 54 reviews · from $498

Fly from Zanzibar to Mikumi National Park for a compact safari with hotel transfers, a game drive, lunch, bottled water, park fees, and an English-speaking guide. You may see elephants, lions, giraffes, zebras, hippos, crocodiles, and more, though sightings and weather can vary.

“Memorable and unforgettable, highly recommended and well executed trip. Thank you for an amazing life experience”

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2 Day safari to Mikumi departure from Zanzibar - Day two: an early start and a final game drive
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2 Day safari to Mikumi departure from Zanzibar

10.2 Day safari to Mikumi departure from Zanzibar

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 54 reviews · from $690

You fly or take the ferry from Zanzibar, meet your driver and guide near Dar es Salaam, then continue by 4x4 to Mikumi National Park. This private two-day trip includes transport, meals, park entry, a lodge night, and game drives. Guides such as Godfrey and drivers such as Nestor have earned strong praise, but the long road transfer needs careful thought.

“We were given a 5.40 pick up time. Up at 5. We waited but after a no show we called the 24 hour line. No answer. We waited until 7 as the Viator time showed 6.30 pick up. Still no answer. We gave up and focussed on getting our money baRead more”

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Private 3 Days 2 Nights Mikumi Adventures - Day 2: Mikumi’s main wildlife day
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Private 3 Days 2 Nights Mikumi Adventures

11.Private 3 Days 2 Nights Mikumi Adventures

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 47 reviews · from $700

Travel privately from Dar es Salaam to Mikumi National Park for evening and full-day game drives, picnic lunches, and a Maasai village visit. The trip includes transport, two nights of lodging, six meals, park fees, and pickup from your hotel, airport, or ferry. Guide Stéphane and driver Babou are named in one detailed account, though staffing may vary.

“De la prise en charge à Dar es Salaam au camp Bastian tout était superbe Stéphane notre guide s’est plié en deux pour nous faire plaisir le chauffeur Babou était très gentil Si vous voulez passer un moment inoubliable ce safari est fait pour vous”

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3 Days Safari to Mikumi NP - Accommodation Inside the Park - Inside the park or outside it?
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3 Days Safari to Mikumi NP – Accommodation Inside the Park

12.3 Days Safari to Mikumi NP – Accommodation Inside the Park

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 40 reviews · from $825

Leave Dar es Salaam at 7:00 a.m. for Mikumi National Park, then search for lions, elephants, buffalo, giraffes, wild dogs, and more from an open-roof 4x4. You receive park fees, meals, water, two nights of lodging, and private transport. Ask about French-speaking guide Tatiana or driver-guide Mansour when booking.

“Nous avons effectué ce safari avec nos 2 enfants (8 & 16 ans) C'était pour nous tous, 3 jours inoubliables, Beaucoup d'espèces d'animaux et en quantité remarquable. Un grand merci à Mansour notre chauffeur et Tatiana notre guide parlant très bien le français.”

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A Day Trip To Mikumi fly from Zanzibar - Flying into Mikumi at 8:40 a.m.
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A Day Trip To Mikumi fly from Zanzibar

13.A Day Trip To Mikumi fly from Zanzibar

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 37 reviews · from $585

Leave your Zanzibar hotel around 5:30 a.m., fly to Mikumi, and spend the day on two private game drives with a professional guide. Look for lions, elephants, giraffes, zebras, buffalo, hippos, cheetahs, leopards, and more. Lunch is served at a hotel inside the park before the afternoon drive and return flight.

“Amazing! If this is your first time in East Africa, this is a must-do. It is easily one of the highlights of my time in Zanzibar. I was a bit nervous, but the company confirmed the booking via WhatsApp, the airport pickup was prompt, and the safari iRead more”

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From Zanzibar: Mikumi National Park Guided Safari - From your Zanzibar hotel to the morning flight
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From Zanzibar: Mikumi National Park Guided Safari

14.From Zanzibar: Mikumi National Park Guided Safari

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 32 reviews · 1 day · from $550

Fly 45 minutes from Zanzibar to Mikumi National Park, then spend about eight hours on a guided game drive in an open 4x4. Look for elephants, lions, giraffes, zebras, hippos, buffalo, and more, with a bush lunch included. English and French guiding is available, and guide Nassoro and driver Ally have earned especially strong praise.

“le safari est superbe . Nous avons vu les animaux de pré. le seul point noir la désorganisation à l'aéroport . Sinon je recommande vraiment”

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2 Days and 1 Night Mikumi Safari Private Tour - Msolwa Village makes the drive more useful
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2 Days and 1 Night Mikumi Safari Private Tour

15.2 Days and 1 Night Mikumi Safari Private Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 32 reviews · from $650

Travel privately from Dar es Salaam to Mikumi National Park with guide Frank or Kelvin. Stop at Msolwa Village, sleep near the park, then spend up to six hours on an early game drive seeking elephants, lions, giraffes, buffaloes, zebras, hippos, and crocodiles. A Maasai village visit adds local culture to the safari.

“Good people i traveled with my family wr had a wonderfull time and they were very caring and nice so i recommend them to be good”

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