Overview
Perfect for beach guests with only two days to spare. Mikumi's Mkata floodplain is often compared to the Serengeti and delivers elephant, giraffe, zebra, buffalo and lion on almost every departure.
Highlights
- Flights Zanzibar–Dar es Salaam included
- Two game drives on the Mkata floodplain
- Private 4x4 with pop-up roof
- Full board lodge inside or beside the park
- Back on the beach by day two evening
Itinerary
Day 1
Morning flight to Dar, drive to Mikumi, afternoon game drive, dinner and overnight at the lodge.
Day 2
Sunrise game drive, brunch, drive to Dar and evening flight to Zanzibar.
What's included
- Return flights Zanzibar–Dar
- All road transfers
- Private 4x4 and driver-guide
- Park fees
- Full board accommodation
- Drinking water
What's excluded
- Alcoholic drinks
- Tips
- Travel insurance
- Optional Maasai village visit (USD 25)
Pick-up information
Hotel pick-up in Zanzibar around 05:30 for the morning flight.
What to bring
- · Neutral clothing
- · Light jacket
- · Binoculars
- · Insect repellent
Frequently asked
Is two days enough?
For a first safari, yes — Mikumi is compact and game-rich. For the Big Five and the migration, choose the Serengeti itinerary.
Can we go by road only?
Yes, via the ferry and a longer drive, from USD 690 per person.
