Summary
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DestinationMikumi National Park
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Days1 Days
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TransportReturn Flight & Open-Sided 4x4 Vehicle
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Meal PlanPicnic Bush Lunch
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Pick up and Drop offYes
Experience the “Little Serengeti” with a high-impact day safari. After a short scenic flight from Zanzibar, you’ll explore the Mkata Floodplain, famous for its large herds of elephants, lions, and the rare African wild dog. This is the most popular choice for a classic African savannah experience in a single day.
Tour Highlights:
Aerial Safari: Enjoy breathtaking views of the Zanzibar archipelago and the Tanzanian coastline during your 45-minute flight.
Wildlife Central: Experience the Mkata Floodplain, often cited as the most reliable place in Tanzania for sightings of the world’s largest antelope, the eland.
The “Big Four”: High probability of encountering Lion, Elephant, Buffalo, and the elusive Leopard.
Unique Biodiversity: Spot the “Mikumi Giraffe,” a subspecies that links the Reticulated and Masai giraffes..
Itinerary
Time & Activities
07:45: Departure flight from Zanzibar Airport to Mikumi National Park.
08:30: Arrival at Mikumi Airstrip; meet your professional driver-guide and board your 4×4.
09:00: Morning game drive exploring the savannah and groundwater forests.
13:00: Break for a traditional bush lunch surrounded by the sounds of the wild.
14:00: Afternoon exploration focusing on predator sightings and birdwatching.
15:45: Transfer back to the airstrip for your return flight.
16:30: Arrival in Zanzibar followed by a private transfer to your hotel.
Package Pricing
| Category | Age Group | Price (Per Person) |
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| Adult | 12+ Years | $450 |
| Child | Under 12 Years | $380 |
Know before you go
What's included?
- Round-trip hotel transfers in Zanzibar
- Return domestic flights (Zanzibar – Mikumi – Zanzibar)
- Full-day game drive in a pop-up roof or open-sided 4×4 vehicle
- All park entrance fees and conservation taxes
- Professional English-speaking guide
- Picnic lunch box and bottled water/soft drinks
What's excluded?
- Tips and gratuities for the guide
- Personal travel insurance
- Items of a personal nature
