Here’s a tailored 2 days / 1 night Mikumi National Park itinerary for your group of 5:
It balances game drives, rest, and authentic experiences, ensuring you maximize wildlife encounters while keeping logistics smooth.
Day 1: Arrival & Afternoon Safari
Morning (Departure from Dar es Salaam / Morogoro)
- Pick-up at your hotel in Dar es Salaam around 6:00–7:00 AM.
- Scenic drive to Mikumi National Park (approx. 5–6 hours).
- Stop in Morogoro for hot lunch and refreshments.
Afternoon (First Game Drive)
- Enter Mikumi National Park around 2:00–3:00 PM.
- Begin your afternoon game drive across the Mkata floodplain, famous for elephants, lions, giraffes, zebras, wildebeests, and buffalo.
- Guides will help spot elusive predators and birdlife.
Evening (Dinner & Overnight)
- Check into Mikumi Bandas, Vuma Hills Tented Camp, or mid-range lodge depending on preference.
- Dinner served at the lodge.
- Overnight stay inside or near the park, surrounded by savanna sounds.
Day 2: Sunrise Safari & Return
Early Morning (Sunrise Game Drive)
- Wake up at 5:30 AM for coffee/tea.
- Depart for a sunrise game drive when animals are most active.
- Spot hippos at pools, crocodiles basking, and predators returning from night hunts.
Late Morning (Breakfast & Relaxation)
- Return to lodge for breakfast.
- Short rest or optional walking safari (if available).
Midday (Departure)
- Check out and begin drive back to Dar es Salaam.
- Arrive in the city by late afternoon/early evening.
Key Notes
- Total Pax: 5 (ideal for one safari vehicle, ensuring comfort and visibility).
- Meals: Lunch on the road (Day 1), dinner at lodge, breakfast on Day 2.
- Wildlife Highlights: Lions, elephants, giraffes, zebras, wildebeests, buffalo, hippos, crocodiles, and diverse birdlife.
- Best Season: Year-round, but dry season (June–October) offers easier sightings.
This itinerary is compact yet immersive—perfect for a short getaway that still delivers the thrill of East Africa’s wildlife..
