3 Day Mikumi & Uluguru

Overview

This is more than just a Safari; it’s a complete escape from Zanzibar.

This itinerary offers the perfect balance of adventure and variety. Begin with a classic safari experience in Mikumi National Park, then journey into the Uluguru Mountains for a completely different side of Tanzania; green, peaceful and rich in local culture.

Highlights

Safari in Mikumi National Park
Guided hike in the Uluguru Mountains
Breathtaking views and lush landscapes
Chance to see lions, elephants & giraffes
Visit local villages and experience authentic Tanzania
Unique mix of wildlife and nature

✔ Fully customisable itinerary

✔ Handpicked accommodation

✔ Experienced local guides

Day by Day Itinerary

Day 1 - Zanzibar to Mikumi

Early morning transfer from your hotel to the airport for your flight to Mikumi.

Upon arrival, your safari guide will meet you and begin your game drive straight away. Explore the park as you search for wildlife across the open plains and enjoy a picnic lunch in the park surrounded by nature.

In the late afternoon, continue your game drive as the light softens and animals become more active.

🏨 Accommodation: Mikumi Bandas

🍽️ Meals: Lunch & Dinner

Day 2 - Uluguru Mountains Experience

After breakfast, travel towards Morogoro and into the Uluguru Mountains.

Enjoy a guided hike through lush forest, local villages and scenic viewpoints. This is a completely different side of Tanzania — peaceful, green and full of culture.

Depending on the route, you may visit waterfalls, viewpoints or local communities before returning in the afternoon.

🍽️ Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

🏨 Accommodation: Mikumi Bandas

Day 3 - Mikumi to Zanzibar

Early morning game drive — one of the best times to see wildlife in action.

Return for breakfast before heading to the airstrip for your flight back to Zanzibar.

🍽️ Meals: Breakfast & Lunch

☑️Included:

⬆️Optional Extras:

❌Not Included:

✔ Return flights from Zanzibar

✔ National park entry fees

✔ Professional safari guide

✔ Guided mountain hike

✔ Game drives

✔ Accommodation (2 nights)

✔ Meals during safari

✔ Drinking water

❌Not Included:

⬆️Optional Extras:

❌Not Included:

✖ International flights

✖ Travel insurance

✖ Tanzania visa

✖ Tips for guide

✖ Personal expenses (drinks, food not mentioned, etc)

✖ Optional extras

⬆️Optional Extras:

Private safari upgrade
Extended hiking routes in Uluguru
Dar Es Salaam extension

🏨Accommodation:

⬆️Optional Extras:

Your transport will collect you from your Zanzibar location and take you back after the safari.

🦁 Best time to visit:

🏝️Possible from Zanzibar?

🦁 Best time to visit:

Year-round experience

Best wildlife viewing: June – October

Best hiking conditions: June – February

✈️ Travel:

🏝️Possible from Zanzibar?

🦁 Best time to visit:

Depart from:

Zanzibar Airport
Dar Es Salaam also available

Fly into:

Mikumi National Park

🏝️Possible from Zanzibar?

Yes – this safari starts and ends in Zanzibar

✨ Perfect combination of beach, bush and nature ✨

⭐️Best For:

🏝️Possible from Zanzibar?

Travellers wanting something different
Couples & small groups
Adventure + nature lovers
Those wanting more than just a safari

The Parks You Will Explore

Mikumi National Park

Mikumi is one of Tanzania’s most accessible national parks, known for its wide open plains and rich wildlife. Often compared to the Serengeti on a smaller scale, it offers excellent opportunities to spot lions, elephants, buffalo, giraffes and zebras in a single day.

Uluguru Mountains (Morogoro)

The Uluguru Mountains offer a completely different landscape; lush forests, cool air and incredible viewpoints. This area is known for its hiking trails, waterfalls and traditional villages, giving you a deeper and more authentic experience of Tanzania.

From $950 per person, based on 2 people sharing

3 Day Mikumi & Mountain Escape

Overview

Highlights

Day by Day Itinerary

Day 1 - Zanzibar to Mikumi

Day 2 - Uluguru Mountains Experience

Day 3 - Mikumi to Zanzibar

☑️Included:

⬆️Optional Extras:

❌Not Included:

❌Not Included:

⬆️Optional Extras:

❌Not Included:

⬆️Optional Extras:

⬆️Optional Extras:

⬆️Optional Extras:

🏨Accommodation:

⬆️Optional Extras:

⬆️Optional Extras:

🦁 Best time to visit:

🏝️Possible from Zanzibar?

🦁 Best time to visit:

✈️ Travel:

🏝️Possible from Zanzibar?

🦁 Best time to visit:

🏝️Possible from Zanzibar?

🏝️Possible from Zanzibar?

🏝️Possible from Zanzibar?

⭐️Best For:

🏝️Possible from Zanzibar?

🏝️Possible from Zanzibar?

From $950 per person (based on 2 people sharing)

We travel not to escape life, but for life not to escape us

The Parks You Will Explore

Mikumi National Park

Uluguru Mountains (Morogoro)

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