Mikumi National Park Safari: The Best 1 Day trip from Dar es Salaam 2025-2026
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The best 1 Day Trip Safari to Mikumi National Park from Dar es salaam

1 Day Tanzania Safari
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512 reviews
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  • Start/End Dar es Salaam
  • Tour Type Day Trip/ Private/Group
  • Duration 1 Day
  • Language **
  • Cancellation Free

Overview

Safari Highlights

  • Mikumi National Park: Witness Tanzania’s incredible wildlife, including elephants, lions, giraffes, and more.
  • Scenic Views: Enjoy breathtaking landscapes filled with open savannahs, baobab trees, and distant mountains.
  • Exciting Game Drives: Experience a thrilling safari in a 4x4 open vehicle with expert guides.
  • Convenient Travel: A comfortable drive from Dar es Salaam offers an easy and stress-free safari experience.
  • Personalized Experience: Choose between private or group options for an unforgettable adventure.

Trip Description

The Day Trip Safari to Mikumi from Dar es Salaam offers an unforgettable experience packed into a one-day adventure. This tour includes a land-based transfer, allowing you to enjoy the stunning landscapes of Tanzania while driving to Mikumi National Park.
Departing from Dar es Salaam in the morning, you will travel by road to Mikumi National Park, where you’ll embark on an exciting game drive through the park. From elephants and buffaloes roaming the plains to lions, zebras, and giraffes, this safari is an excellent way to explore Tanzania’s wilderness in a short time.
With expert guides, comfortable transport, and an immersive game drive, this 1-day Mikumi Safari from Dar es Salaam guarantees an unforgettable wildlife experience before returning to Dar es Salaam in the evening.

Mikumi Day Trip Safari from Dar es Salaam: Itinerary

Day 1: Departing from your hotel in Dar es Salaam at 6 AM, you will travel by road to Mikumi National Park. The drive takes approximately 4-5 hours, offering scenic views along the way. Upon arrival at Mikumi, you will meet your guide for a briefing before beginning your exciting game drive in a 4x4 modified safari vehicle, exploring the wildlife in the park. This thrilling experience can be enjoyed from your seat in an open-roof vehicle with large windows, ensuring a comfortable and privileged journey through the wild African bush.

What to Expect from a Day Trip Safari to Mikumi from Dar es Salaam: On this day trip organized from Dar es Salaam, expect to see some of Africa’s most iconic wildlife, including elephants, giraffes, lions, buffaloes, zebras, and leopards. Lunch will be provided at midday, where your guide will choose a scenic spot with shade and a nearby water source, allowing you to observe animals coming to drink—ensuring a clear view all around to stay alert for any predators. Late in the afternoon, you will begin your return journey to Dar es Salaam, arriving in the evening.

Cost for a Day Trip to Mikumi from Dar es Salaam

The cost for a day trip safari to Mikumi from Dar es Salaam is $400 per adult and $380 per child.

Tour Cost for Land-Based Mikumi Day Trip Safari from Dar es Salaam:

Pricing Breakdown
Number of Pax 1 person 2-5 6-14 15-20 21 and Above
Cost per Person (USD) 400 395 390 385 380
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Day Trip Safari to Mikumi from Dar es Salaam

If you're looking to explore the best of Tanzania's wildlife in a short time, a Day Trip Safari to Mikumi from Dar es Salaam is the perfect adventure. Mikumi National Park, located about 5 hours from Dar es Salaam, offers stunning landscapes and abundant wildlife. With a professional guide, you’ll experience thrilling game drives, spot lions, giraffes, zebras, elephants, and more!

What’s Included in the Day Trip Safari to Mikumi

  • All Transfers: Transfers from Dar es Salaam to Mikumi and back.
  • Game Drive: Full-day safari with a professional guide.
  • 4x4 Safari Vehicle: Comfortable and open-roof vehicles for the safari experience.
  • Entrance Fees: All park entrance and service fees included.
  • Lunch: A picnic lunch at the park.

What’s Excluded from the Day Trip Safari to Mikumi

  • Drinks and Beverages: Any drinks or beverages outside of the provided meals.
  • Tips: Tips for the guide or driver are not included.
  • Personal Expenses: Any personal purchases made during the trip.

Reviews

Overall rating

-4.9-

123 reviews
Perfect Day Trip to Mikumi Safari

Review summary

  • Transportation:
    4.9
  • Wildlife Experience:
    4.8
  • Guide's Knowledge:
    4.9

Recent Reviews

123 reviews
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Kevin Matheus (USA)

"Absolutely fantastic day trip! Mikumi National Park was amazing, and the wildlife was stunning. The guide was knowledgeable and the whole trip was well organized. Highly recommend!"

February 5, 2025 - Verified booking
Sarah Lee's avatar
Sarah Lee (UK)

"A perfect day out in Mikumi! We saw elephants, lions, and so much more. Well worth the trip from Dar es Salaam."

January 20, 2025 - Verified booking
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