This 3-day safari combines an exciting wildlife experience in Mikumi National Park with an adventurous hike in the Uluguru Mountains. Mikumi, located near the bustling city of Dar es Salaam, is known for its impressive wildlife, including lions, elephants, giraffes, and zebras. The nearby Uluguru Mountains offer a scenic trek with panoramic views, lush forests, and cultural encounters with the local Luguru people.
Morning: Depart early from Dar es Salaam and drive 4-5 hours to Mikumi National Park. Enjoy scenic views of the countryside as you head towards the park. Afternoon: Arrive at Mikumi, have lunch, and embark on your first game drive. Explore the Mkata floodplain, known for frequent sightings of giraffes, elephants, wildebeest, zebras, and impalas. Evening: Head to your lodge or camp for a relaxing evening, sundowners, and dinner. Accommodation: Lodge or tented camp inside or near Mikumi National Park.
Morning: After breakfast, embark on a full-day game drive in Mikumi National Park. Visit the hippo pools and explore the park's diverse wildlife. You may spot lions, leopards, buffalo, warthogs, and an array of bird species. Lunch: Enjoy a picnic lunch in the park and continue your exploration in the afternoon. Evening: Return to your accommodation for dinner and relaxation after an adventurous day in the wild. Accommodation: Lodge or tented camp inside or near Mikumi National Park.
Morning: After breakfast, drive to the Uluguru Mountains (about a 1.5-hour drive from Mikumi). Meet your local guide and start a half-day trek. The trek takes you through beautiful montane forests, home to rare birds and vibrant plant life, while offering stunning views of the surrounding plains and Dar es Salaam in the distance. Cultural Experience: Along the way, you will visit Luguru villages and learn about their traditional ways of life, including farming practices and cultural customs. Lunch: Enjoy a packed lunch during your trek. Afternoon: Descend from the mountains and begin your return journey to Dar es Salaam. Evening: Arrive in Dar es Salaam in the late afternoon or early evening.
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