5-Day Mikumi and Nyerere National Park

• You'll be collected from the airport.
• Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.

Arrival in Mikumi National Park

Arrive at Mikumi National Park and check into your lodge. After settling in, enjoy an afternoon game drive to get an initial glimpse of the park’s diverse wildlife, including elephants, giraffes, and buffaloes. Return to your lodge for dinner and relax while reflecting on your first day in the park.

Main Destination:

Mikumi National Park

Best Time To Visit Late June to October (Animals are attracted to the waterholes)

High Season June to October

Best Weather June to October (Little to no rainfall)

Wildlife in Mikumi NP

ElephantCommon

GiraffeCommon

BuffaloCommon

ZebraCommon

WildebeestCommon

LionOccasional

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HippoOccasional

LeopardRare

HyenaRare

Wild DogRare

White RhinoNone

Black RhinoNone

CheetahNone

Accommodation:

Camp Bastian Mikumi

• Mid-range lodge located just outside Mikumi NP

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Meals & Drinks:

• Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included)
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Full-Day Game Drive in Mikumi

Embark on a full-day game drive in Mikumi National Park. Explore the park’s varied habitats, from open plains to dense woodlands, and search for predators such as lions and leopards. Enjoy a picnic lunch amidst the park’s scenic beauty and continue your exploration into the afternoon. Return to your lodge for dinner and rest.

Main Destination:

Mikumi National Park

Accommodation:

Camp Bastian Mikumi

• Mid-range lodge located just outside Mikumi NP

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Transfer to Nyerere National Park

After breakfast, depart Mikumi National Park and travel to Nyerere National Park. Upon arrival, check into your accommodation and take some time to settle in. In the afternoon, enjoy a relaxing game drive to start familiarizing yourself with the park's diverse wildlife and landscapes. Return to your lodge for dinner and a well-deserved rest.

Main Destination:

Nyerere National Park

Best Time To Visit June to October (Easiest wildlife viewing)

High Season June to October (The main tourist area gets crowded)

Best Weather June to October (Little to no rainfall)

Wildlife in Nyerere NP

ElephantCommon

GiraffeAbundant

BuffaloCommon

ZebraCommon

WildebeestCommon

HippoAbundant

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HyenaCommon

LionOccasional

Wild DogOccasional

LeopardRare

White RhinoNone

Black RhinoNone

CheetahNone

Accommodation:

Africa Safari Selous (Banda Bungalow)

• Mid-range lodge located just outside Nyerere NP

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Full-Day Game Drive and River Cruise in Nyerere

Begin your day with an early breakfast before heading out for a full-day game drive in Nyerere National Park. Explore different areas of the park, from the savannas to the woodlands, and spot a variety of wildlife, including elephants and lions. After a picnic lunch, embark on a scenic river cruise along the Rufiji River, offering opportunities for birdwatching and spotting hippos and crocodiles. Return to your lodge for dinner and a relaxing evening.

Main Destination:

Nyerere National Park

Accommodation:

Africa Safari Selous (Banda Bungalow)

• Mid-range lodge located just outside Nyerere NP

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Guided Walking Safari and Departure

Start your final day with a guided walking safari, gaining a unique perspective on the park’s ecosystem and learning about its flora and smaller fauna. After breakfast, check out of your lodge and, if time allows, enjoy a brief game drive before departing for your next destination.

Main Destination:

Nyerere National Park

Accommodation:

No accommodation (End of tour)

Meals & Drinks:

• Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included)
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

• Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost.
• You'll be dropped off at the airport.