Mikumi Safari & Maasai Village Visit (Full Day) 2026-2027

Mikumi Safari & Maasai Village Visit Highlights:

• Morning: Drive into Mikumi National Park for a morning game drive.
• Midday: Visit a Maasai village to learn about local culture.
• Afternoon: Continue game drive and return to Dar es Salaam.

Overview

This full-day Mikumi Safari & Maasai Village Visit is an exciting and memorable adventure that combines the best of Tanzania’s wildlife and culture in just one day. You’ll start early from Dar es Salaam and drive through beautiful Tanzanian countryside toward Mikumi National Park, known for its wide-open savannahs, acacia woodlands, and abundant wildlife. During the morning game drive, you’ll have the chance to see majestic elephants, lions, giraffes, zebras, buffaloes, and many colorful birds. After exploring the park, you’ll visit a traditional Maasai village, where you’ll meet local Maasai families, learn about their unique customs, see their homes, and even watch traditional dances. You’ll have the opportunity to take photos and interact with the Maasai people, gaining insight into their fascinating culture. In the afternoon, you’ll continue with a short game drive before heading back to Dar es Salaam. This day trip is perfect for travelers who want a mix of wildlife adventure, cultural immersion, and scenic landscapes all in one unforgettable experience.

Detailed Itinerary

Morning: Mikumi National Park Game Drive

You’ll depart from Dar es Salaam early in the morning and drive toward Mikumi National Park. Upon arrival, you’ll go on a morning game drive, spotting elephants, lions, giraffes, zebras, buffaloes, and many birds. Your guide will share interesting facts about the animals and their behavior.

Midday: Maasai Village Visit

After the game drive, you’ll leave the park and visit a Maasai village nearby. Here, you’ll meet Maasai families, learn about their daily life, traditional customs, clothing, and jewelry, and watch cultural dances or activities.

Afternoon: Game Drive and Return

Following your village visit, you’ll go on a short afternoon game drive in Mikumi before starting the drive back to Dar es Salaam. You’ll arrive in the late afternoon with wonderful memories of wildlife and culture.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Accommodation: Not included (day trip)

Included

• Transport in a 4x4 safari vehicle
• English-speaking driver/guide
• Park entrance fees
• Maasai village visit
• Bottled drinking water during the safari
• Meals as mentioned

Excluded

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