5 Days Safari
Mikumi & Ruaha National Park
Overview
Experience the raw beauty and tranquility of Southern Tanzania with this 5-day safari through Mikumi and Ruaha National Parks. Perfect for travelers seeking a quieter, off-the-beaten-path adventure, this itinerary offers an authentic encounter with nature—away from the crowds.
From the open plains of Mikumi, teeming with elephants, giraffes, and predators, to the rugged terrain and baobab-studded landscapes of Ruaha, home to one of the largest populations of lions in Africa—each day brings new sights, sounds, and stories.
Highlights:
- Scenic drives through some of Tanzania’s most untouched safari regions
- Exceptional wildlife viewing in Mikumi’s wide savannahs
- Explore Ruaha, the largest and wildest national park in Tanzania
- Opportunities to spot elephants, buffalo, lions, leopards, antelopes, hippos, crocodiles, and more
- Optional walking safaris and cultural encounters (available upon request)
Detailed Itinerary
Day 1: Dar es Salaam for Mikumi N. Park
After a short briefing, depart Dar for Mikumi. Lunch at Vuma Hill Camp/Mikumi Wildlife Camp. Afternoon game drives in Mikumi National Park, which is rich in wildlife with numerous buffalo, elephants, lions, wildebeest, zebra, and giraffes. Dinner and overnight at Vuma Hill Camp/Mikumi Wildlife Camp.
Day 2: Mikumi for Ruaha National Park
After breakfast, depart for Ruaha National Park. Lunch in Iringa. Afternoon game drives of Ruaha National Park. Dinner and overnight at Ruaha River Lodge.
Day 3: Game Drives in Ruaha N. Park
After breakfast, a full-day game drive of Ruaha with a picnic lunch. Ruaha is the second-largest park and second-largest elephant sanctuary in Tanzania. The wide varieties of animals include Greater and Lesser Kudu, roan and sable antelope with rich birdlife including over 370 species recorded. Dinner and overnight at Ruaha River Lodge.
Day 4: Depart Ruaha for Mikumi
After breakfast, a short game drive to Ruaha National Park. Depart for Mikumi with a picnic lunch. Dinner and overnight at Vuma Hill Camp/Mikumi Wildlife Camp.
Day 5 – Depart Mikumi for Dar
After breakfast, the short game drive of Mikumi. Depart for Dar es Salaam late lunch in Dar. All Meals Included.
Accommodation
Budget Accommodation
Safari using affordable Hotels, Lodges, or Camps, comparable to a 1-2 star Hotel. Accommodation is usually located outside the National Park.
Mid-range Accommodation
Safari using medium to large–scale Lodges, tented camps, or Cottage Camps, comparable to a 3-star Hotel
Luxury – Accommodation
Safari using deluxe tented camps or Lodges usually located inside the National Park and comparable to a 4-star hotel. Accommodation is usually located inside the Park.
Luxury+ – Accommodation
Safari using extremely luxurious tented camps or Lodge, usually located in a private wildlife – Viewing area and comparable to a 5-star Hotel. Expect great food, excellent service, top-quality guiding, and gorgeous tents or rooms. Most luxury + properties charge around USD$ 850 to 1850 per person per night!
Includes & Excludes
- All Park entry fees – All Park Camping fees
- Pick up from the Airport
- Boat & walking safari
- Transport 4×4 Toyota Land Cruiser with pop-up roof with driver cum guidePick up from the Airport
- Overnight at the Hotels/Lodge/Tented Camps/Campsites according to the program
- Chef/Meals as per the above itinerary
- Complimentary bottles of drinking water 1.5 litter per person per day during safari
- 1-night free Hotel accommodation on your arrival in Dar with bed & breakfast
- Tents/Sleeping mats/Sleeping bags/Chairs/Table/Pillow
- International flights & Domestic flights
- Fees for passports, visas, immunisations, and insurance
- Expenses of personal nature (like souvenirs)
- Tips for staff such as driver cum guides/chef/porter
Note (COVID-19)
“Please note that all these are sample itineraries. We will tailor-make your safari according to your wish and due to COVID-19 restrictions on travel around the world, it is free to postpone your travel up to 1 year after the original travel date”
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Places: Dar es Salaam, Mikumi & Ruaha National Park
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