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Mikumi National Park Day Trip from Zanzibar or Dar es Salaam

About this experience

- Experience a true mainland safari without leaving Zanzibar overnight
- Fly over the Indian Ocean coastline before landing directly in the wild
- Explore wide-open savannah plains often compared to the Serengeti
- High wildlife visibility thanks to Mikumi’s flat Mkata Plains
- Seamless beach-to-bush adventure in just one day
- Small-group safari for a more personal wildlife experience
- Perfect add-on to a Zanzibar beach holiday

At a glance

  • Duration: 10 hr

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From Zanzibar to Mikumi National Park Day Trip With Flight
Dar to Mikumi National park
Duration: 10 hours
Lunch
Dar es Salaam to Mikumi: a perfect one-day safari escape. Travel by SGR from Dar es Salaam to Morogoro, then enjoy an exciting game drive in Mikumi,
Train and a car
Pickup included

Plan your experience

Time on the tour10 hr
Getting therePickup offeredSee pickup details
Guide languagesEnglish (live guide), French (live guide), Spanish (live guide)

Set aside 10 hr for the experience itself, with additional time to reach your meeting or pickup point.

Compare the available options before choosing: their itinerary, inclusions and pickup arrangements can differ. Check the price for your date and whole group.

Before you go

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

What is included

  • Bottled drinking water
  • Professional English-speaking guide
  • A full day game drive in 4x4 safari vehicle with pop-up roof
  • Return flight Zanzibar – Mikumi – Zanzibar
  • Bush lunch inside the park
  • Hotel pickup & drop-off in Zanzibar
  • Park entrance fees

Not included

  • Tips & gratuities
  • Personal expenses
  • International Flights

Itinerary and highlights

On this exciting fly-in safari from Zanzibar to Mikumi National Park, travellers will experience a full African wildlife adventure in just one day.

Take a Scenic Flight from Zanzibar,
Travellers start their day with a light aircraft flight from Zanzibar to Mikumi.
During the flight, they enjoy beautiful aerial views of the coastline, villages, rivers, and savannah landscapes of mainland Tanzania.

Upon arrival, travelers board a 4x4 safari vehicle with a professional guide and begin exploring the park.
They will:
Search for lions,Watch large elephant herds,See giraffes,zebras, buffalo, and wildebeest. Also Visit hippo pools and Observe a wide variety of bird species with the opportunity of taking plenty wildlife photos and videos

Enjoy a Bush Lunch Inside the Park,
Guests stop for a picnic lunch in a scenic area inside the park, surrounded by nature.
This is a relaxing break before continuing the adventure.

After lunch, travellers continue exploring different areas of the park to increase chances of spotting predators and other

In the evening, Travelers return to the airstrip and fly back to Zanzibar, arriving in the evening experiencing a complete safari in just one day.

See the overview, available options and booking details for the experience schedule.

Meeting and pickup information

  • Guests will be picked at Abeid Aman Karume International Airport, Driver will be waiting with a sign board reading your names
  • Guests will be picked up from their hotel lobby or designated meeting points within Zanzibar Island. Please be ready at least 10–15 minutes before the scheduled pickup time. Our Wildpack Safaris driver-guide will arrive in a branded safari vehicle and confirm your booking details upon arrival. Specific pickup instructions will be shared in advance where necessary.

Languages and tickets

  • English — Guide
  • French — Guide
  • Spanish — Guide
  • Mobile Only

Tour operator

  • Wildpack Safaris

Accessibility and practical details

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Questions about this experience

How long is this experience?
The supplier lists a duration of 10 hr. Check your chosen tour option for its specific itinerary.
What are the pickup arrangements?
Guests will be picked up from their hotel lobby or designated meeting points within Zanzibar Island. Please be ready at least 10–15 minutes before the scheduled pickup time. Our Wildpack Safaris driver-guide will arrive in a branded safari vehicle and confirm your booking details upon arrival. Specific pickup instructions will be shared in advance where necessary.
Which guide languages are listed?
English (live guide), French (live guide), Spanish (live guide).
What ticket format is listed?
Mobile ticket.
What ticket age bands are listed?
Child tickets: age 2–16; Adult tickets: age 17+. Check the practical details for participation requirements.
What accessibility information is provided?
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
What is the cancellation policy?
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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