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4 days · Southern Tanzania

3-Day Mikumi Safari (By Road)

Mid-range Private tour Hotel & tented camp Can start any day Can be customised Suitable for all ages
Overview Day by Day Inclusions Getting There

Tanzania's accessible southern safari. Over three nights you'll enjoy game drives in Mikumi National Park — home to lions, elephants, giraffes, zebra, buffalo and over 400 bird species — plus a visit to a traditional Maasai village. A great introduction to the safari experience without long flights.

Route

Dar es Salaam → Southern Tanzania

Activities & transport

Game drives, Maasai cultural visit · Private safari vehicle; road transfer

Highlights

  • Lions, elephants & giraffes in Mikumi
  • Afternoon and early-morning game drives
  • Traditional Maasai cultural visit
  • Picnic lunches in the bush
  • Easy road access from Dar es Salaam
Day 1 · Arrival in Tanzania

Warm welcome at Julius Nyerere International Airport (JNIA) and transfer to your hotel. Relax after your journey, then meet your guide for a short safari briefing. Dinner and overnight.

Crowne Plaza Hotel, Dar es Salaam · Dinner
Day 2 · Drive to Mikumi National Park

After an early breakfast, depart for Mikumi (approx. 5–6 hours). Begin your afternoon game drive on arrival — look for lions, elephants, giraffes, zebra, buffalo and hippos. Picnic lunch in the park. Check in for dinner and overnight.

Atupele Camp, Mikumi · All meals
Day 3 · Morning Safari & Maasai Cultural Experience

Early morning game drive when wildlife is most active, with a picnic lunch in the bush. In the afternoon, visit a traditional Maasai village to learn about their customs, dances and way of life. Return to camp for dinner and overnight.

Atupele Camp, Mikumi · All meals
Day 4 · Return to Dar es Salaam

After breakfast, depart for Dar es Salaam and transfer to JNIA for your departure flight.

Breakfast

Accommodation & meals

DayAccommodationMeals
1Crowne Plaza Hotel, Dar es SalaamDinner
2Atupele Camp, MikumiAll meals
3Atupele Camp, MikumiAll meals
4—Breakfast

Included

  • Airport transfers
  • Private safari vehicle
  • Professional English-speaking guide
  • Park entrance fees
  • Accommodation
  • Breakfast, lunch and dinner
  • Bottled drinking water
  • Soft drinks (juice & soda)
  • Complimentary Wi-Fi (where available)
  • Two local beers per person daily

Excluded

  • International flights
  • Visa fees
  • Travel insurance
  • Tips & personal expenses
  • Optional activities

Starts: Dar es Salaam · Ends: Dar es Salaam

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