Tour overview
2 Days Private Safari from Zanzibar to Mikumi National Park
Experience an unforgettable wildlife adventure with our exclusive 2 Days Private Safari from Zanzibar to Mikumi National Park. Designed specifically for travelers who seek a quick yet deeply immersive bush experience, this short trip takes you directly into Tanzania’s magnificent wilderness. We ensure you get full round-trip domestic flights included for a seamless journey.
What Makes This 2 Days Private Safari Unique?
Planning a getaway from the spice island does not mean you have to miss out on the classic East African wildlife safari. Furthermore, our premium 2 Days Private Safari from Zanzibar to Mikumi National Park stands out for several key reasons:
- Exclusive Private Safari Experience: First and foremost, you will enjoy an intimate and very personal game drive. This is achieved with your own private 4×4 Safari vehicle and a dedicated, professional guide. Consequently, you will have no sharing with strangers, allowing you to focus completely on the animals.
- Round-Trip Domestic Flights Included: We provide hassle-free transfers. This means round-trip domestic flights between Zanzibar and Dar es Salaam are already included in your package. As a result, your travel time is minimized significantly.
- Seamless Door-to-Door Service: We value your convenience. Therefore, we pick you up directly from any hotel in Zanzibar as early as 6:00 AM. Ultimately, we drop you back safely at your accommodation at the end of the trip.
- Optimized Short Itinerary: This plan is perfect for travelers with limited time. It packs maximum wildlife viewing into just two action-packed days. In particular, it includes both evening and morning game drives.
- Rich Biodiversity: Mikumi National Park is often called the ‘mini-Serengeti.’ It offers incredible sightings of lions, elephants, and giraffes. Additionally, you can expect to see zebras, hippos, and much more against breathtaking landscapes.
Detailed Day-by-Day Itinerary
Day 1: Zanzibar to Mikumi National Park – Evening Game Drive
Your adventure begins bright and early. First, at 6:00 AM, our dedicated team will pick you up from your hotel anywhere in Zanzibar. We then transfer you to the airport for your quick domestic flight to Dar es Salaam. Next, upon your arrival in Dar es Salaam, your private professional driver-guide will meet you. Afterward, you will board your custom 4×4 Safari vehicle to head toward Mikumi National Park.
During the journey, we will make a stop. We will pause at a popular restaurant in Morogoro town. Here, you will enjoy a delicious, traditional buffet lunch to refuel. Following lunch, we continue driving straight into Mikumi National Park. We anticipate reaching the park gates by the late afternoon. As a result, we will immediately embark on an exciting evening game drive. This drive explores the expansive Mkata Floodplain and continues until 6:00 PM. In light of this, please keep your cameras ready. You might see elephants, giraffes, and zebras. Furthermore, you may even spot prides of lions resting in the beautiful golden evening light. Finally, we will head to a comfortable lodge for dinner and an overnight stay.
Day 2: Morning Game Drive in Mikumi & Return to Zanzibar
Wake up to the fresh sounds of the African bush. Following an early breakfast at 6:00 AM, we set out immediately. We go back into Mikumi National Park for a thrilling morning game drive. Early mornings are typically prime time for wildlife activity. Because of this, you will have great chances to spot predators, such as leopards and hyenas. You will also see herds of buffaloes, wildebeests, and antelopes roaming the plains. Consequently, this is the perfect time for amazing photography.
Later, at around 12:00 PM, we will pause for a satisfying lunch. This will be at a scenic restaurant located within Mikumi. Following this meal, we will begin our comfortable drive back to Dar es Salaam. Our goal is to catch your evening return flight to Zanzibar. We will ensure you arrive there at around 6:00 PM. Upon your arrival in Zanzibar, our team will be waiting. They will drop you off safely back at your hotel. This will bring your unforgettable 2 Days Private Safari from Zanzibar to Mikumi National Park to a final and happy close.
What Is Included in the Package
We believe in transparent pricing. Therefore, this package includes the following:
- Hotel pickup and drop-off from any location in Zanzibar
- Round-trip domestic flights (Zanzibar – Dar es Salaam – Zanzibar)
- Your own private 4×4 Safari Land Cruiser with a professional driver-guide
- All necessary Mikumi National Park entry fees
- All meals as specified in the itinerary (Buffet lunch in Morogoro on Day 1, Dinner on Day 1, and both Breakfast & Lunch on Day 2)
- Overnight accommodation at a comfortable and secure Mikumi lodge
- Complimentary bottled drinking water during all game drives
What Is Excluded from the Package
For clarity, the following items are not included:
- International flight tickets
- Any visa fees
- Alcoholic beverages and extra soft drinks
- Tips and gratuities for your driver-guide and lodge staff
- Personal items, such as souvenirs, travel insurance, and laundry services
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Day 1: Zanzibar to Mikumi National Park – Evening Game Drive
At 6:00 AM, we pick you up from your hotel in Zanzibar and transfer you to the airport for your flight to Dar es Salaam. Upon arrival, your private driver-guide meets you for a 4x4 safari drive to Mikumi. We stop in Morogoro for a buffet lunch, then enter the park by late afternoon for an exciting evening game drive until 6:00 PM. Dinner and overnight at a Mikumi lodge.
Day 2: Morning Game Drive in Mikumi & Return to Zanzibar
After an early breakfast at 6:00 AM, we head out for a thrilling morning game drive in Mikumi National Park to spot lions, leopards, and other wildlife. At 12:00 PM, we enjoy lunch at a park restaurant before driving back to Dar es Salaam. Catch your evening return flight to Zanzibar, where our team drops you safely back at your hotel
