1-Day Trip to Mikumi National Park from Zanzibar
1-Day Trip to Mikumi National Park
- 1 Day
- 2 Age
- Safari & Nature
Price: $450/ person (Shared)
A one-day trip to Mikumi National Park from Zanzibar offers an exciting opportunity to experience a classic African safari within a short time. Mikumi, located in southern Tanzania, is known for its open savannah landscapes and abundant wildlife, making it an excellent destination for a quick but rewarding safari adventure.
1 Day Trip to Mikumi National Park:
Departure/Return Location: Your Hotel/Lodge
Departure Time: Please arrive by 7:15 AM for a departure at 7:30 AM.
Return Time: Approximately 7:30 PM.
Dress Code: Lightweight, comfortable clothing and sturdy walking shoes are recommended. Neutral colors are best for wildlife viewing. Consider layers as the weather can change.
Trip Inclusions
- Round-trip charter or scheduled flight from Zanzibar to Mikumi.
- Park entry fees and guided safari with a professional driver-guide.
- Game drive in a 4×4 safari vehicle with an open roof for optimal wildlife viewing.
- Picnic lunch and refreshments.
TOUR ITINERARY
Morning: Flight from Zanzibar to Mikumi
- Depart early from Zanzibar’s Abeid Amani Karume International Airport on a charter or scheduled flight to Mikumi. The flight takes approximately 1 hour 30 minutes and offers scenic aerial views of Tanzania’s coastline and inland landscapes.
- Arrive at Mikumi Airstrip, where your safari guide will be waiting to take you on a half-day game drive.
Mid-Morning to Afternoon: Game Drive in Mikumi
- Begin your safari in Mikumi National Park, which is home to a variety of wildlife, including:
- Elephants, giraffes, zebras, wildebeest, and buffalo grazing in the open plains.
- Lions and leopards, which are occasionally spotted hunting.
- Hippos and crocodiles at the Mkata River and hippo pools.
- Over 400 bird species, making it a paradise for birdwatchers.
- Enjoy a picnic lunch at a scenic spot inside the park while taking in the beauty of the African wilderness.
Afternoon: Return Flight to Zanzibar
- Continue your game drive, covering different areas of the park.
- Transfer back to Mikumi Airstrip for your afternoon flight to Zanzibar.
- Arrive in Zanzibar in the early evening, perfect for unwinding at a beach resort or enjoying a sunset dinner.
Why Choose Mikumi for a Day Trip?
- Convenient Access: One of the closest national parks accessible from Zanzibar by air.
- Big Game Experience: Offers excellent chances to see iconic African wildlife in a short period.
- Less Crowded: Compared to parks like Serengeti, Mikumi is quieter and offers a more intimate safari experience.
This one-day Mikumi safari from Zanzibar is ideal for travelers with limited time who still want to experience Tanzania’s incredible wildlife.
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Wonderful experience - What am amazing experience our 2 day safari was. I spent ages researching and was pleased to choose Plex. Edward, was great in responding really quickly to any questions... read more I had, all the staff were so friendly and helpful from Morris who dropped and collected us to the airport, to our safari guide Jafari, our drivers Eugenio, G and captain Kasimi in the boat they all ensured we had the best experience. All arrangements were stress free and were seamless.
The safari day inside the park was one we’ll never forget, we saw Giraffes, Antelopes, Impalas, Warthogs, Wilderbeast, Zebras, Hippos , Crocodiles, Baboons and our favourite Elephants. Our driver Eugenio was fantastic at taking us off the main roads to have the best chance of seeing so many animals and Jafari our guide was very knowledgable and informative. All the food was delicious and drinks were provided on the jeep. We were met at 8.30am off the plane and were dropped at the Selous lodge at 6.30pm, it was a whole day driving vast distances around the park, and the scenery and animals were fantastic. The Selous lodge was lovely, with a pool so a wonderful place to unwind. All the staff again were so friendly and helpful. Day 2 Jafari picked us up again and we went on a boat safari seeing hippos, crocodiles, and lots of wonderful birds, followed by a village tour to get a feel of local life in Tanzania and a school visit with lots of wonderfully curious children keen to show us their English and counting skills.
We had such an amazing experience, the Plex staff really did do their utmost to ensure we had a fantastic time. We felt it was good value for money. Just bear in mind the extra tips for the drivers, guide, captain etc It’s been the highlight of our holiday and an experience we’ll never forget. Thanks Plex!waders10
August 15, 2024An unforgettable adventure! - We did a one-day safari with Plex Africa Safari. From the first communication everything went smoothly. The questions we asked for the organization of our day trip were answered quickly... read more and correctly. Everything was well organised, from the pick-up at the hotel, the safari and the return journey to our hotel. The safari was amazing. Jafari was our amazing guide and took our wishes into account. He answered all of our questions and was very patient when we took photos. Jafari also had a lot of knowledge of the animals that live in Nyerere and told us all about them with lots of enthousiasm. Breakfast at the Baobab tree was super nice and lunch was very tasty. We would definitely recommend this day trip and our guide to any nature lovers.
Wander435482
November 7, 2024Great First Safari Experience! - What differentiated Plex from the other companies for us was their responsiveness during the booking process, also in the run-up to the safari starting and the transfer arrangements before and... read more after. Eddy always provided the required information and reassurance exactly when we needed it, regarding all of the key arrangements.
When we arrived in Neyere we were met off the plane by the Guide (Omary) and Driver (Keresa) and the safari began almost immediately as we drove into the National Park and began to observe a wonderful array of animals. Omary was extremely knowledgeable regarding their identification and behaviour (which included the stunning birdlife). He was also flexible and adapted to what we wanted to see (this included the wonderful old Baobab trees that he knew I loved). He also has great observational skills and was able to identify highly camouflaged rare birds from a long distance (e.g. Nightjar).
We stayed at the Selous Safari Lodge which we would also highly recommend. The staff were fantastic and made us feel so welcome. The rooms are well equipped and comfortable and we enjoyed swimming in the pool. Breakfast and dinner were also of a high standard.
Overall we had a great experience with Plex and would have no hesitation in recommending them to other people who are looking for a great African safari experience!BARRY L
November 18, 2024 -
Amazing experience seeing wild animals up close - Plex Africa arranged everything 100% perfect. We were in a two day trip in Nyerere National Park. Communication was smooth, taxi drivers were right in time for pick up, speak... read more good English and are polite and professional. We travelled with two heavy luggage full of diving gear. The luggage was too big to take in the small plane so our driver Morris offered to take them to his home and picked us up next day from the airport with the luggage and drove to our hotel. In Nyerere our guide Songoro went over and beyond for finding the best spots to see animals and action up close during the game drive. I can highly recommend!
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October 16, 2024Unforgettable! - My family and I spent an amazing day at Nyerere national park with our excited and knowledgeable guide Jafari. He taught us a lot about the bigger and smaller animals... read more living inside of the national park and made the experience unforgettable. I would highly recommend this experience and guide to anyone who loves nature!
Count S
November 7, 2024Fantastic one-day safari to Mikumi National Park from Zanzibar - We booked a one day safari to Mikumi National Park from Zanzibar. Communication with Eddy beforehand was excellent, and everything was really well-organsed. The guides were great, really well-informed, and... read more we saw a good variety of wildlife, including lions. We would highly recommend Plex Africa Safaris.
Anna B
November 4, 2024
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