2 Days Mikumi Safari Tour from Zanzibar
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2 days
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Start an unforgettable two-day safari from Zanzibar to Mikumi National Park. Right after landing, we dive into the adventure with a visit to the Mkata flood plains. This spot is amazing for watching elephants, buffaloes, zebras, and lions in their natural setting.
The highlight of this safari is not just the wildlife. You'll also visit a Masai village to experience this unique community's culture. Learn about their traditions and lifestyle in a personal and engaging way.
After spending a night at our camp, the next day is filled with more exploration, including a trip to the Hippo pool, a popular spot for animals to gather. By the end of your journey back to Zanzibar, you'll have seen the best of Tanzania’s wildlife and culture.
Additional Info
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
What To Expect
Zanzibar to Mikumi National Park – Into the Wild
Accommodations
Stanley's Kopje - Classic Wilderness Safari Camp on a Rocky Kopje Inside Mikumi NP
Food and Drinks
LUNCH
Lunch
DINNER
Dinner
Mikumi National Park
Your adventure begins with a scenic morning flight from Zanzibar to Mikumi National Park, where the vast wilderness of Southern Tanzania unfolds beneath you. Upon arrival at Kikoboga Airstrip, meet your safari guide and head straight into the heart of the park for an unforgettable game drive across the legendary Mkata Floodplains, often compared to the Serengeti for their sweeping landscapes and rich wildlife. Track elephants, lions, giraffes, zebras, buffaloes, wildebeests, hyenas, and other wildlife roaming freely across the savannah while enjoying the thrill of an authentic African safari. Pause for a hot lunch in the bush before continuing your afternoon game drive through Mikumi’s diverse landscapes as the golden light of sunset transforms the wilderness. Later, retreat to the camp for dinner and a relaxing evening under the African sky.
Game Drive in Mikumi & Afteroon Flight Back to Zanzibar
Food and Drinks
BREAKFAST
Breakfast
LUNCH
Lunch
Mikumi National Park
After an early breakfast, enjoy a full day of game viewing in Mikumi, focusing on the iconic Mkata floodplains—often likened to the Serengeti for their sweeping vistas and abundant wildlife. Look out for lions, zebras, wildebeest, impalas, and buffaloes, often seen from termite mounds or even treetops during the rainy season. Stop for a hot lunch before continuing to the Hippo Pool, a popular watering spot for elephants, lions, and other wildlife. Later, drive to the airstrip for your scheduled flight back to Zanzibar, closing your journey with a truly memorable safari experience.
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2 Days Mikumi Safari Tour from Zanzibar
Pickup included
What‘s Included
All Fees and Taxes
Dinner
Breakfast
Round-Trip Flights from Zanzibar
Tips & Items of personal nature
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Cancellation Policy
If you cancel at least 6 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.<br>If you cancel between 2 and 6 day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a 50% refund.<br>If you cancel within 2 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.
Reviews
3 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Tipptopp
Scenic04888215869,Mar 14, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Felix was super leader and it was worth it was roller the animals in the ferin so see
Unforgettable 2-Day Safari in Mikumi with Erick from Safari Gateways
IvaM272,Apr 26, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I had the most amazing 2-day safari experience in Mikumi National Park with Erick from Safari Gateways, and I can’t recommend him as a guide enough! We chose a 2-day safari tour in Mikumi with visit to Maasai village on second day. Our guide, Erick, was absolutely fantastic—friendly, knowledgeable, and incredibly kind. He made sure we didn’t miss a thing, from majestic elephants and giraffes to lions lounging in the sun and herds of zebras crossing the plains. His deep understanding of the park and its animals truly enhanced the entire experience and you could truly see that he is passionate about the job and shared all his knowledge with us. His english was perfect so we could also very well understand everything. Although there was a missunderatanding regarding the organisation of the second day of the trip he was responsive and we managed to arrange everything in a short amount of time. The vehicle was comfortable, the lodge we stayed in (Camp Bastian) was big and well-kept, and the food was local. Every moment felt like a dream come true. Erick was also very attentive to our needs and always made sure we were comfortable and safe. If you’re looking for an authentic, memorable safari in Tanzania, Safari Gateways is the way to go—and ask for Erick if you can! This experience exceeded all expectations and left me with memories I’ll cherish forever.
Safari at it’s finest - Raw, wild, unforgettable experience guided by the best
makkus003,Apr 23, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The first african safari in Mikumi National Park started with a warm welcome after a smooth flight from Zanzibar to Mikumi airfield in the middle of the park. Everything was organised and taken care of. We had a very sympathetic, professional and experienced guide named Erick who is also a park ranger, so you are in very good hands. He knows each and every corner of the park, the spots where the animals are, what they do when and how they behave. With that you will have a high probability to see a lot of animals even from up close. During the safari tour Erick explained a lot about the flora and fauna, answers questions patiently and professional, but still it was a very relaxed and fun atmosphere. You can listen even to some amazing stories that happen in the park and a life of a guide & ranger. Having Erick as game driver and guide you will feel welcome, save and can enjoy the full beauty of Mikumi park and he truly made this safari a life time memorable experience. Personally it was amazing to get the change to not only see “almost” the big fives but to see different kind of animals among each other which is truly a national geographic like photo scenery and all that thanks to Safari Gateway Team and especially Erick who made this to a lifetime memorable experience! Thank you again! I can genuinely recommend this experience to anyone looking for something truly memorable and enriching.
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