Game Drive
Destination Mikumi National Park
Vast, Golden, Alive
Where the Savannah Meets the Sky
Stretching over 3,230 km², Mikumi National Park lies between the Uluguru and Lumango mountain ranges in southern Tanzania. Often called a “mini Serengeti,” Mikumi’s open plains, baobab-studded hills and seasonal rivers create a classic African safari setting with easy accessibility from Dar es Salaam.
The park is home to large herds of elephants, buffaloes, zebras, and wildebeest, often seen grazing across the Mkata Floodplain, a sight that captures the timeless beauty of Tanzania’s wild heart.
Discover the Soul of
Southern Tanzania’s Wilderness
Activities
what to do
Photography
Cultural Tour
Walking Tour
Bird Watching
The Heart of the South
Mikumi offers a genuine safari experience: wild, scenic, and less crowded. The park’s open landscapes resemble the Serengeti, making it a perfect choice for travelers seeking great wildlife viewing in a tranquil setting. Watch elephants crossing dusty plains, giraffes silhouetted against the sunset, and antelopes grazing near watchful predators.
The Mkata Floodplain is the park’s centerpiece, a vast grassland where lions, hyenas, and wild dogs roam freely. The Hippo Pools provide close-up views of hippos and crocodiles, while the skies are filled with eagles, hornbills, and colorful bee-eaters.
Month-by-month guide
When to visit
Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep & Oct
Best
The dry season draws animals to waterholes and rivers, and the thinner vegetation makes wildlife easier to spot.
Jan, Feb, Nov and Dec
Good
Birdlife thrives, and the park comes alive with young animals and fresh green vegetation. Short showers are possible.
Mar, Apr & May
Wet
The rains can affect road access and limit game drives, but the park stays green, scenic and quiet.
Iconic Wildlife in Mikumi
Explore Mikumi’s incredible wildlife diversity, where savannah, woodland, and rivers meet.
Elephant
Lion
Buffalo
Wildebeest
Zebra
Giraffe
Safari Experience in the Park
Mikumi National Park delivers the essence of a classic African safari dramatic landscapes, abundant wildlife, and quiet serenity. Whether on a sunrise game drive, a guided walking safari, or a cultural visit to nearby villages, every moment immerses you in Tanzania’s untamed beauty.
Game Drive Safari
Walking Safari
Bird Watching
Photography Safari
Accomodation Option in The Park
Rest amid the wild plains and sounds of nature. Mikumi offers a variety of accommodations from luxury lodges overlooking the savannah to intimate tented camps near the park’s main gates.
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