Mikumi Day Trips

Tanzania boasts numerous tourist destinations, and Mikumi National Park is among the most popular.

Nestled among the Uluguru Mountains and the Lumango Range, Mikumi is the fourth-largest national park in Tanzania. It is conveniently located just a few hours’ drive from Dar es Salaam, the country’s largest city.

This accessibility, combined with abundant wildlife, makes Mikumi an ideal safari destination for those with limited time to spare.

Where is Mikumi National Park?

Situated in southeastern Tanzania, Mikumi National Park is strategically located to welcome visitors from Dar es Salaam and beyond. The recent completion of a paved road connecting the park gate to Dar es Salaam has transformed Mikumi into a burgeoning destination for Tanzanian tourism.

Why you should visit Mikumi?

Wildlife

Mikumi National Park is renowned for its diverse wildlife population, offering visitors the chance to witness the “Big Five,” which includes the majestic Cheetah, Lion, Elephant, and Buffalo.

In addition to these iconic species, the park is home to fascinating Hippos, easily observed in its Hippo pools. Bird enthusiasts will also find delight in the myriad of species along the waterways.

Mikumi is the Best combined park.

Mikumi National Park serves as a gateway to other remarkable destinations, such as Udzungwa National Park and the Selous Game Reserve. These neighboring attractions offer an ideal opportunity for an extended holiday experience.

Mikumi National Park forms the northern border of Africa’s largest game reserve, the Selous, and is intersected by the road connecting Dar es Salaam and Iringa.

Its vast plains and abundant wildlife often draw comparisons to the famous Serengeti Plains.

Mikumi offers a Unique view.

Here, lions survey their grassy realm from termite mound lookouts or tree perches during the rainy season.

Giraffes browse in isolated acacia stands along the Mkata River, where you can also find herds of zebra, wildebeest, impala, and buffalo on their migratory journey.

The park’s well-maintained network of game-viewing roads offers a reliable chance to spot the powerful eland, the world’s largest antelope.

Additionally, the greater kudu and sable antelope roam the miombo-covered foothills of the surrounding mountains.

Mikumi is the  best park for bird-watching

Mikumi boasts over 400 bird species, including colorful residents like the lilac-breasted roller, yellow-throated longclaw, and bateleur eagle.

During the rainy season, European migrant birds join the vibrant avian community.

Hippos take center stage in the park’s two pools, attracting a dynamic cast of water birds.

Year-Round Accessibility

Mikumi National Park welcomes visitors year-round, offering wildlife encounters and breathtaking landscapes.

Whether you’re a wildlife enthusiast, a birdwatcher, or simply seeking an unforgettable safari experience, Mikumi promises the adventure of a lifetime.

Plan Your Safari with Blessing Safaris

Experience the wonders of Mikumi National Park and other East African treasures with Blessing Safaris.

Our expert guides and tailored safari packages ensure a remarkable journey into the heart of African wildlife. Join us for an unforgettable adventure!

Explore Tanzania’s wilderness, witness remarkable wildlife, and create cherished memories with Blessing Safaris.

We recommend these packages if you wish to visit Mikumi  and other parks in Southern Tanzania

4 Days Mikumi Classic Safari 

5 Days Selous Prime Safari 

7 Days Ruaha Luxury Safari 

12 Days Great Southern Safari 

Tanzania Travel Tips

Our team carefully researched and focused on trips that attract people with the same interests and naturally get on well with each other through their shared interests.

Once you confirm your booking on a tour you will be sent further practical information – packing tips, detailed itineraries, including advice on health, passport and visa requirements, and minimum and maximum numbers of guests on tours.

Memorable meals are a hallmark of an excellent holiday. With the support of the best cooks, the quality of food and drink service is guaranteed.

Depending on the service level or tour type you have chosen, a pre-discussion with your tour planner is a win-win for an enjoyable trip.

Our cook accompanies other tours, and other services are included with our accommodation partners, including hotels, private camps, and luxury lodges.

The answer is absolute yes! The areas where safaris are organized are safe and free of political chaos.

We conduct safaris in politically stable regions to ensure our clients’ safety and enjoyment.

Our Professional Safari Guides are well-trained about wild animal behaviors, and they have enough experience to lead our clients in the wilderness.

Our vehicles are 4×4 Toyota Land Cruisers and Land Rovers with a hatched roof to give maximum visibility of the game.

African safaris offer unlimited sightseeing; millions of animals, birds, and plant life are the defining features of the African savanna. You roam across the countryside in search of Elephants, Lions, Rhinos, Cape buffalo, and Leopards (the so-called “Big Five”).

On any given day, you will encounter Blue Wildebeests, Zebras, a large variety of antelope species, Gazelles, Giraffes, Baboons, and Hippos. The birdlife is fantastic – in some areas, up to 400 bird species have been identified!

Think of the majestic Baobab tree (some tribes believe that the tree was indeed planted upside-down!), and there are hundreds of varieties of thorn trees! You will also see the acacia-dotted landscape, endless plains, majestic mountains, and the most beautiful sunsets and sunrises imaginable! Think of a late afternoon thunderstorm, short but violent, and then the beautiful rainbow.

Tanzania’s destinations are accessible year-round, but we recommend scheduling your safari during the dry season for the best sightings, as grasses and bush are at their least dense—July to October and December through February. The green session includes March through June. Discuss with us for the best option if you have also a plan to coincide with the Wildebeest Migration in Serengeti National Park.

(We suggest you remember) insect repellent (the best way to prevent malaria and other insect-borne diseases), sunscreen, cap or hat, sunglasses, binoculars, detergent powder if you want to wash some clothes yourself, hand-wipes small flashlight, aspirin, diarrhea medicine, rain jacket, poncho, or collapsible umbrella, plastic bags (for wet clothes, swimsuit and for keeping dust away from camera equipment), Kleenex/toilet tissue a neck chain for eyeglasses if you take them off to use binoculars and cameras, any medical prescription you need, masking tape or labels for marking exposed films cans, film, extra camera batteries.

Although more than 200 languages and dialects are spoken across Africa, this is not a problem, as English is widely spoken in East and Southern Africa. In addition to English, all our professional guides are multilingual, so we have you covered.

African safaris offer unlimited sightseeing; millions of animals, birds, and plant life are the defining features of the African savanna. You roam across the countryside in search of Elephants, Lions, Rhinos, Cape buffalo, and Leopards (the so-called “Big Five”).

On any given day, you will encounter Blue Wildebeests, Zebras, a large variety of antelope species, Gazelles, Giraffes, Baboons, and Hippos. The birdlife is fantastic – in some areas, up to 400 bird species have been identified!

Think of the majestic Baobab tree (some tribes believe that the tree was indeed planted upside-down!), and there are hundreds of varieties of thorn trees! You will also see the acacia-dotted landscape, endless plains, majestic mountains, and the most beautiful sunsets and sunrises imaginable! Think of a late afternoon thunderstorm, short but violent, and then the beautiful rainbow.