3 Days Mikumi & Udzungwa Mountains Safari from Zanzibar | Wildlife & Hiking Adventure

3 Days

Mikumi & Udzungwa Mountains Safari from Zanzibar | Wildlife & Hiking Adventure

Tour Overview

Experience the perfect combination of wildlife safari and mountain adventure on this 4-day tour from Zanzibar. Explore Mikumi National Park, Tanzania’s fourth-largest park, famous for its almost guaranteed sightings of elephants, giraffes, zebras, lions, and more. Then venture into the Udzungwa Mountains National Park, part of Tanzania’s Eastern Arc, where pristine forests, endemic primates, and the stunning Sanje Waterfalls await.

This safari is ideal for travelers who want a mix of classic game drives, hiking, cultural immersion, and nature exploration in one memorable trip.

Safari Highlights

Game drives in Mikumi National Park with wildlife sightings including elephants, lions, leopards, and African wild dogs
Hiking in Udzungwa Mountains to the base and top of Sanje Waterfalls with opportunities to spot rare primates like the Iringa Red Colobus and Sanje Mangabey.
Cultural visit to a local Maasai village to learn about traditional customs

Included

Accommodation at Camp Bastian Mikumi
Meals as indicated in the itinerary
Bottled water during safari
2 x game drives in Mikumi National Park
1 x guided hike in Udzungwa Mountains including Sanje Waterfalls
Cultural visit to a Maasai village
Transportation in a 4×4 safari vehicle
Professional English-speaking safari guide
All national park fees
Transfers to/from Dar es Salaam

Excluded

Day 1: Arrival in Dar es Salaam – Mikumi National Park

● Meet & greet in Dar es Salaam.
● Drive to Mikumi National Park (approx. 4–5 hours).
● Check-in at Camp Bastian Mikumi.
● Afternoon game drive in the park, spotting elephants, giraffes, zebras, and buffalo.
● Overnight at Camp Bastian Mikumi.

Meals: Lunch & Dinner

Day 2: Hiking in Udzungwa Mountains – Sanje Waterfalls

● After breakfast, drive to Udzungwa Mountains National Park.
● Begin a guided hike through pristine forest to the base and top of Sanje Waterfalls (180 m).
● Spot endemic primates along the trail, including Iringa Red Colobus and Sanje Mangabey.
● Swim in natural plunge pools and enjoy lunch at the top of the falls.
● Descend and drive back to Camp Bastian Mikumi for overnight stay

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 3: Maasai Village Visit – Return to Dar es Salaam

● After breakfast, enjoy a game drive exploring Mikumi National Park.
● Depart at 10:00 am for the drive back to Dar es Salaam.
● Transfer to hotel or airport.

Meals: Breakfast & Lunch