3 Days / 2 Nights Mikumi National Park Safari by Train from Dar es Salaam
Safari Overview
Embark on an unforgettable 3-day adventure to Mikumi National Park, one of Tanzania’s most accessible and wildlife-rich parks. Known for its open savannah landscapes that resemble the famous Serengeti National Park, Mikumi offers excellent game viewing opportunities.
This unique safari combines a scenic train journey from Dar es Salaam to Morogoro, thrilling wildlife encounters, and an authentic cultural visit to a Maasai village.
Detailed Itinerary
Day 1: Dar es Salaam ➡ Morogoro ➡ Mikumi + Maasai Village
08:00 AM: Pick-up from your hotel/residence in Dar es Salaam and transfer to the train station.
09:45 AM: Depart by train, enjoying views of Tanzania’s countryside.
11:40 AM: Arrival in Morogoro; meet your professional driver-guide.
12:00 PM: Drive to Mikumi National Park (approx. 1h 45min).
02:00 PM: Arrival at your lodge/camp; check-in and lunch.
04:30 PM: Visit a local Maasai village—experience traditional dances, culture, and lifestyle.
06:30 PM: Return to the lodge for dinner and overnight stay.
Overnight: Lodge/Camp in Mikumi
Meals: Lunch & Dinner
Day 2: Full-Day Game Drive in Mikumi National Park
06:00 AM: Early breakfast.
06:30 AM: Start a full-day game drive in Mikumi National Park.
Explore the famous Mkata Floodplain, home to:
Elephants, buffaloes, zebras, giraffes, and wildebeests
Lions often seen resting under acacia trees
Hippos and crocodiles at the park’s hippo pools
01:00 PM: Picnic lunch inside the park.
02:00 PM: Continue afternoon game drive and photography.
06:00 PM: Return to the lodge.
07:30 PM: Dinner and overnight.
Overnight: Lodge/Camp in Mikumi
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 3: Mikumi ➡ Morogoro ➡ Dar es Salaam
06:30 AM: Breakfast at the lodge.
07:00 AM: Check-out and drive to Morogoro train station.
09:50 AM: Train departure to Dar es Salaam.
11:45 AM: Arrival and transfer to your hotel, airport, or ferry terminal.
Meals: Breakfast