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Mikumi National Park

Tanzania's Most Accessible Wildlife Sanctuary

3,230 km²
Park Size
Big 5
Wildlife
3hrs from DSM
Easy Access
Year Round
Best Time

About Mikumi

Mikumi National Park is Tanzania's fourth largest national park and one of the most accessible — just a 3-hour drive from Dar es Salaam. Often called the "Serengeti of the South," its open floodplains are home to impressive concentrations of wildlife including lions, elephants, giraffes, zebras, wildebeest, and large hippo pools.

Famous for its tree-climbing lions, Mikumi is perfect for a quick yet rewarding safari escape from the city. It also serves as the gateway to the remote Selous Game Reserve, making it an ideal starting point for a southern Tanzania adventure.

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Zebras and Giraffes Mikumi
Lion on tree Mikumi
Impala Mikumi
Buffalo Mikumi
Elephants Mikumi
Lionesses Mikumi
Giraffes close up Mikumi
Mikumi landscape

Highlights

  • Big Five — Lion, Elephant, Buffalo, Leopard, Rhino
  • Tree-climbing lions unique to Mikumi
  • Large hippo pools
  • Giraffes, zebras & wildebeest herds
  • Over 400 bird species
  • Close to Dar es Salaam — easy access
  • Gateway to Selous Game Reserve

Trip Information

  • Duration: 2–3 days recommended
  • Best time: June – October (dry season)
  • Access: 3hrs drive from Dar es Salaam
  • Accommodation: Lodges inside the park
  • Combine with: Selous Game Reserve
  • Suitable for: All levels & families

Experiences & Activities

A taste of local culture alongside Mikumi's open plains.

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Local Village Visit
Meet communities living alongside Mikumi and learn about their daily life.
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Ugali & Nyama Choma Dinner
End your day with a classic Tanzanian meal of ugali and grilled meat.
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Plains Sundowner
Enjoy a drink overlooking Mikumi's open grasslands as the light turns golden.
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Baobab & Wildlife Photo Stops
Pause for photos among baobabs and grazing herds of buffalo, zebra and giraffe.

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