Mikumi and udzungwa adventure
3 days—Embark on a thrilling 3-day safari combining the best of Tanzania’s wildlife and landscapes.
$1600-1650 USD
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Safari summary
Day 1: Depart early from your base and drive to Mikumi National Park, Tanzania’s fourth-largest park. Upon arrival, enjoy a guided afternoon game drive through the savannah and Acacia woodlands. Look out for elephants, lions, giraffes, zebras, buffaloes, and a variety of antelopes. Bird enthusiasts can spot species like lilac-breasted rollers and hornbills. Return to your lodge or camp for dinner and overnight stay.
Day 2: Begin the day with an early morning game drive in Mikumi for prime wildlife viewing. After breakfast, depart for Udzungwa Mountains National Park, known for its lush forests and endemic wildlife. Check into your lodge near the park and prepare for a short evening nature walk to experience the forest’s sounds and unique flora.
Day 3: Spend the day hiking in Udzungwa Mountains National Park. Trails lead through dense rainforest to spectacular waterfalls, natural pools, and viewpoints over the surrounding valleys. Keep an eye out for rare primates, including Sanje mangabeys and endemic bird species. After a full day of exploration, descend and return to your base, reflecting on an unforgettable blend of Tanzania’s savannahs and highland forests.
This 3-day safari is ideal for travelers seeking a mix of big-game wildlife, scenic landscapes, and tropical forest adventures. It combines the thrill of game drives with the tranquility of nature walks and waterfall hikes, offering a compact yet immersive experience of Tanzania’s natural wonders.
About this tour
| Tour type | Custom, tailor-made, private | |
| Main focus | Game drives | |
| Activity level | Strenuous activity | |
| Best months | All months | |
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| Accesibility |
This tour is modifiable for those with limited mobility.
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Fine details
Safari highlights
- Bird watching—with professional guide
- Photography safari—with professional guide
- Hiking | trekking
What’s included?
- Accommodation
- Meals
- Park fees
- Private vehicle and driver
Itinerary
Mikumi national park game drive
Depart early for Mikumi National Park. Enjoy a guided game drive through open savannahs and Acacia woodlands, spotting elephants, lions, giraffes, zebras, buffaloes, and various antelopes. Birdwatchers can spot lilac-breasted rollers and hornbills. In the late afternoon, return to the lodge for dinner and overnight stay.
Vuma hills tended camp
Udzungwa mountains journey
After breakfast, drive to Udzungwa Mountains National Park. Arrive at your lodge near the park, such as Udzungwa Forest Tented Camp or Sanctuary Udzungwa. Spend the afternoon on a guided nature walk, discovering the forest’s endemic birds, primates, and unique flora. Return to the lodge for dinner and overnight stay in the peaceful rainforest setting.
udzungwa forest tented camp
Udzungwa Mountains ; Waterfall
Begin early with a guided hike through Udzungwa Mountains National Park. Explore lush rainforest trails leading to waterfalls, natural pools, and scenic viewpoints. Look for rare primates like the Sanje mangabey and endemic birds. Enjoy a picnic lunch amid nature before returning to your lodge
Udzungwa forest tented camp
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