3 Days Mikumi Safari from Dar es Salaam

Overview

This 3 Days Mikumi Classic Wildlife Escape is a short Tanzania safari designed for travellers who want a real wildlife experience without spending many days on the road. The journey starts from Dar es Salaam with a comfortable SGR train ride to Morogoro, followed by a road transfer to Mikumi National Park. Mikumi is known for open savannah landscapes, reliable wildlife sightings, and views towards the Uluguru Mountains. During the safari, travellers can enjoy game drives with opportunities to see elephants, giraffes, zebras, buffalo, lions, hippos, and many bird species. This package is especially suitable for weekend getaways, family trips, visitors staying in Dar es Salaam, and travellers adding a short mainland safari before or after Zanzibar.

Highlights

3 days Mikumi safari from Dar es Salaam by SGR train and road transfer
Explore Mikumi National Park, one of the best short safari destinations from Dar es Salaam or Zanzibar
Comfortable SGR train journey from Dar es Salaam to Morogoro and return
Scenic road transfer from Morogoro to Mikumi National Park
Game drives across Mikumi's open savannahs with Uluguru Mountain backdrops
Chance to see elephants
giraffes
zebras
buffalo

lions
hippos and many bird species
Full-day game drive in Mikumi National Park with time for photography and relaxed wildlife viewing
Visit the hippo pools and enjoy classic Tanzania wildlife scenery
Fewer crowds compared to many northern circuit safari parks
Ideal for weekend safari travellers
families
and guests combining Zanzibar with a short mainland safari

Itinerary

Day 1

Dar es Salaam to Morogoro by SGR Train and Mikumi National Park

Begin with an early morning transfer to the SGR train station in Dar es Salaam. Travel by high-speed SGR train to Morogoro, enjoying a comfortable journey. On arrival, meet your professional safari guide and continue by road to Mikumi National Park. Enjoy an afternoon game drive en route to your lodge or tented camp, then settle in for dinner and overnight near Mikumi.

Meals: Lunch • Dinner

Accommodation: Mikumi Lodge or Tented Camp

Day 2

Full-Day Game Drive in Mikumi National Park

Spend the full day exploring Mikumi National Park's open savannahs and wildlife habitats. This is a rewarding day for photography and relaxed game viewing, with chances to see elephants, zebras, giraffes, buffalo, lions, hippos, and many bird species. Visit the hippo pools and search for predators resting under acacia trees before returning to your lodge or camp for dinner and overnight.

Day 3

Morning Game Drive, Morogoro and SGR Train to Dar es Salaam

Enjoy an early morning game drive for final wildlife sightings in Mikumi National Park. Return to the lodge for breakfast, then drive back to Morogoro. Board the SGR train for a comfortable return journey to Dar es Salaam, arriving in the afternoon. This marks the end of your 3 days Mikumi safari from Dar es Salaam.

Inclusions

SGR train tickets from Dar es Salaam to Morogoro and return
Transfers between the SGR station and Mikumi National Park
Professional English-speaking safari guide
4x4 safari vehicle with pop-up roof
Park entrance fees
Game drives as stated in the itinerary
Full-board accommodation with breakfast, lunch and dinner
Free Wi-Fi available throughout the safari

Exclusions

Drinks and personal expenses
Tips for guide and lodge staff
Travel insurance
Optional activities not mentioned in the itinerary
International and domestic flights unless added separately
Visa fees and other personal travel documents

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SGR train tickets from Dar es Salaam to Morogoro and return
Transfers between the SGR station and Mikumi National Park
Professional English-speaking safari guide
4x4 safari vehicle with pop-up roof
Park entrance fees
Game drives as stated in the itinerary
Full-board accommodation with breakfast, lunch and dinner
Free Wi-Fi available throughout the safari

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