Mikumi Day Trip Fly-in from Zanzibar 2026-2027

Mikumi Day Trip Fly-in from ZanzibarHighlights:

• Morning: Fly from Zanzibar to Mikumi National Park and start your game drive.
  Midday: Enjoy a picnic lunch inside the park surrounded by wildlife.
  Afternoon: Continue your game drive before flying back to Zanzibar.

Overview

The Mikumi Day Trip Fly-in from Zanzibar is the best choice for travelers who want to experience a real African safari without spending many days on the road. You’ll fly early in the morning from Zanzibar to Mikumi National Park, one of Tanzania’s most accessible and wildlife-rich destinations. Once you land, your driver-guide will take you on a full-day game drive through the open plains and acacia woodlands, where you can see elephants, lions, giraffes, zebras, hippos, and many colorful birds. You’ll stop for a picnic lunch inside the park, enjoying nature’s sounds and amazing views of the landscape. In the afternoon, you’ll continue your safari, exploring different areas of the park and maybe spotting predators resting in the shade or herds of buffalo grazing. Later, you’ll return to the airstrip for your evening flight back to Zanzibar, where you’ll arrive before sunset full of wonderful memories from your safari adventure.

Detailed Itinerary

Morning: Flight from Zanzibar & Start of Safari

You’ll start your day early with a morning flight from Zanzibar to Mikumi National Park. Upon arrival, your experienced safari guide will meet you at the airstrip with a 4x4 safari vehicle ready for your morning game drive. The park is home to elephants, lions, zebras, giraffes, wildebeests, and many other animals, so keep your camera ready for great photo opportunities.

Midday: Picnic Lunch in the Park

Around midday, you’ll stop for a relaxing picnic lunch inside the park, usually at a scenic picnic site with a view of the plains or near the hippo pool. You’ll enjoy your meal surrounded by the peaceful sounds of nature and maybe even spot some animals nearby.

Afternoon: Continue Game Drive & Fly Back to Zanzibar

After lunch, your adventure continues with another afternoon game drive exploring more of Mikumi’s landscapes. You might spot elephants near the waterholes, antelopes crossing the road, or birds resting on tree branches. Later in the afternoon, you’ll drive back to the airstrip and take your evening flight to Zanzibar, arriving before sunset.

Meals: Picnic Lunch
Accommodation: Not included (day trip)

Included

• Return flights Zanzibar–Mikumi–Zanzibar
• All park entrance fees
• Private 4x4 safari vehicle with open roof
• Professional English-speaking driver/guide
• Picnic lunch inside the park
• Bottled drinking water during the safari

Excluded

• Soft and alcoholic drinks
• Tips for driver and guide
• Travel insurance
• Personal expenses and souvenirs
• Items of personal nature