4-Day Safari to Nyerere and Mikumi National Park
- Nyerere, Mikumi National Park
- Nyerere, Mikumi National Park
Tour Overview
You’re in for a treat with this 4-day safari to Nyerere and Mikumi Park. It’s the perfect way to get a real feel for Tanzania’s Southern Circuit, and the best part is it’s super easy, starting and ending right in Dar es Salaam. We kick things off in the massive, wild area of Nyerere National Park. Get ready for a unique boat safari right on the Rufiji River, you’ll see huge groups of hippos and crocodiles, plus tons of cool birds! Then we head over to Mikumi National Park. It’s known for having wide-open plains where spotting those big guys, elephants, giraffes, and buffalo, is almost guaranteed. Honestly, squeezing both the river action and the plain’s excitement into four days is an absolute blast, leaving you with memories and photos you’ll be showing off forever.
This area first became a protected space in 1896 under the German Governor, Hermann von Wissmann. It was later turned into a place for hunting in 1905. The park features interesting spots like the Rufiji River, which eventually meets the Indian Ocean near Mafia Island. The land itself has varied environments, including open grasslands, classic acacia trees, wet marsh areas, and large miombo forests. Despite the mix of habitats, the overall number of animals living here remains very high.
4-Day Safari Pricing (Per Person)
| 1 Pax | 2 Pax | 3 Pax | 4 Pax | 5 Pax |
| $2,200 | $1,100 | $980 | $975 | $960 |
Day by Day Itinerary
• Travel Distance/Time: 200–250 km / 5–6 hours drive from Dar es Salaam
• Accommodation: Mloka Safari Lodge – a budget lodge located less than 1hr drive from Nyerere NP
• Meals: Lunch and Dinner
• Vehicle Type: 4×4 private safari vehicle with pop-up roof
• Activities: Road transfer, boat safari, wildlife viewing, birdwatching
You will meet your guide at your hotel in Dar es Salaam at 7:30 am and begin the 5-to-6-hour drive to Nyerere National Park (formerly known as the Selous Game Reserve). Upon arrival at your chosen accommodation in the early afternoon, you will have lunch. Later in the day, you will participate in a thrilling boat safari along the mighty Rufiji River, where you will easily spot large populations of hippos, crocodiles, and diverse birdlife. Afterwards, you’ll proceed to your camp for dinner and overnight.
• Travel Distance/Time: Local game drives within Nyerere National Park
• Accommodation: Mloka Safari Lodge (Budget lodge located less than a 1-hour drive from Nyerere NP)
• Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner (Full Board)
• Vehicle Type: 4×4 private safari vehicle with pop-up roof
• Activities: Full-day game drives, wildlife viewing, photography
Today is dedicated to a full day of classic-style game drives, exploring the vast bush of Nyerere National Park in open 4×4 vehicles. You will look for common species like waterbuck, southern reedbuck, and bushbuck. The area also offers sightings of rarer animals such as sable antelopes, as well as predators like lions and the striking greater kudu. All your meals (full board) and your overnight stay are included at Mloka Safari Lodge, situated just outside the park boundary.
• Travel Distance/Time: 200–250 km / 6–7 hours (including game drive stops)
• Accommodation: Mikumi Resort (Budget hotel located just outside Mikumi NP)
• Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner (Full Board)
• Vehicle Type: 4×4 private safari vehicle with pop-up roof
• Activities: Road transfer, en-route game drive, wildlife viewing
Today, you will depart from Nyerere National Park (formerly Selous Game Reserve) and begin your journey toward Mikumi National Park. The trip includes exciting game drives en route through the northern section of Nyerere, offering a last chance to spot the area’s rich variety of wildlife. Keep an eye out for a huge range of birds, as well as mammals including giraffes, zebras, lions, leopards, African wild dogs, hippos, hartebeests, and wildebeests. After the scenic transfer, you will arrive at Mikumi Resort for dinner and an overnight stay just outside the park boundary.
• Travel Distance/Time: 285 km / 5–6 hours drive to Dar es Salaam
• Accommodation: No accommodation (End of tour/Drop-off)
• Meals: Breakfast and Lunch (Dinner not included)
• Vehicle Type: 4×4 private safari vehicle
• Activities: Morning game drive, road transfer, scenic drive
After an early breakfast at the camp, you will take part in a final morning game drive within Mikumi National Park, making the most of the cool hours before midday. This drive will conclude in time for lunch. Following lunch, you will begin the 5-to-6-hour road transfer back to Dar es Salaam, where you will be dropped off at the airport or your preferred location, concluding your incredible 4-day safari.
Inclusions
What's Included
- Park fees and government taxes
- All activities (Unless labeled as optional)
- All accommodation (Unless listed as upgrade)
- A professional driver/guide
- All transportation (Unless labeled as optional)
- Meals (As specified in the day-by-day section)
- Soft Drinks (As specified in the day-by-day section)
- Roundtrip airport transfer
What's Excluded
- International flights (From/to your home country)
- Tips for your guide, cook and crew.
- Personal items (Souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees, etc.)
- Government-imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees
- Extra accommodation before and after tour
- Extra activities not mentioned on the itinerary
Optional Safari Add-Ons (Extra Charges Apply)
All add-ons are optional and available at extra cost. Just tell us what you’d like, and we’ll make it happen.
- Guided walking safari or canoe trip on Nyerere National Park
- Hot Air Balloon Ride in Serengeti/Tarangire National Park
- Lodge or Tented Camp Upgrade - Stay in a higher-end lodge or luxury tented camp
- Special Occasion Setup—Surprise setup for birthdays, anniversaries, or honeymoons
- Maasai Village Visit - Visit a traditional Maasai village and learn about their culture
- Child-Friendly Safari Activities - Fun extras for kids games, guides, and family-friendly options
- Bush Breakfast or Bush Lunch - Enjoy a meal in the wild, surrounded by nature
- Airport Pick-Up or Drop-Off - Private transfer to or from Julius Nyerere, Kilimanjaro or Arusha Airport
- Extra Park Visit - Add another national park to your trip (e.g., Ruaha NP or Nyerere NP)
- Extra Night Before or After Safari - Stay in Dar es Salaam before or after your safari
- Safari Video Package - Edited video of your safari experience to keep or share
- Travel Essentials Kit - Includes sunscreen, insect repellent, snacks, and a refillable water bottle
- Professional Photographer - A local photographer joins your trip to capture beautiful safari moments
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Tour Highlights
- This tour can be customized
- This is a private tour
- This tour can start any day
- Activities - game drives
- Vehicle Type: Private 4x4 Safari Jeep
- Luxury lodges and tented camps
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Tanzania has amazing places to visit like Serengeti National Park, Ngorongoro Crater, Mount Kilimanjaro, Zanzibar Island, Lake Eyasi, Lake Natron, Ruaha National Park, Mikumi National Park, Arusha National Park, Mount Meru, Lake Manyara National Park, and Tarangire National Park.
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Yes! Many places are great for families, with fun activities for kids. It’s an amazing experience for children to see wild animals up close and it’s guaranteeing safe.
Most people need a visa. You can get it when you arrive in Tanzania, but check the rules for your country.
Talk to a doctor before you go. They’ll tell you if you need yellow fever vaccines or medicine for things like malaria. Note yellow fever vaccines is recommended in Tanzania.
Swahili and English are spoken. You can get by with English, but learning some Swahili phrases is helpful.
Yes, Tanzania is usually safe for tourists, especially in popular safari destinations and attractions. Just follow the rules and be respectful.
You can stay in budget hotels, mid-range lodges, luxury mid-range hotels, luxury hotels, luxury lodges, and tented camps. There are various accommodations options you will find in Tanzania!
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Go from June to October, when it’s dry. Animals gather around water, so it’s easier to spot them. But if you like green landscapes, go from November to May, when it’s wet. All seasons have an incredible and a wonderful experience
Bring light clothes, safari boots, a hat, sunscreen, bug spray, binoculars, a camera, and any medicine you need. And most importantly, be ready for a memorable adventure!
Most safaris last from 3 to 7 days. This gives you time for seeing animals, relaxing, and learning about the Tanzania culture.
Yes! You can go to Zanzibar for beach vacation, climb Mount Kilimanjaro, or visit Ngorongoro and Serengeti to see all big 5 animals at once.
Yes, you can go on a safari even if you have a disability. Many safari places are accessible by vehicles and places to stay that are easy to use. They make sure everyone can enjoy the safari, even if they have disabilities or find it hard to move.
Tanzania has amazing 22 national parks, more than 12 game reserves, Mount Kilimanjaro, Mount Meru, Mount Oldoinyo Lengai, Lake Eyasi, Lake Natron, Zanzibar Island. It’s a special place for a safari adventure!
You can book through travel companies or directly with lodges and camps. Make sure to read reviews and choose a trusted place.
The Great Wildebeest Migration is a massive movement of wildebest and zebra in from Serengeti to Maasai Mara in Kenya. It starts in the southern Serengeti in Tanzania around December and heads north Serengeti across to the Maasai Mara river in Kenya by July. Then, it goes back to the Serengeti by October. You can witness it from December to July in Tanzania and from July to October in Kenya.
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