4-Day Mikumi Safari & Udzungwa Mountains Hike from Dar es Salaam

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$800.00

Duration

4 days

Tour Overview

This 4-day itinerary is the perfect short escape into Southern Tanzania’s wild landscapes and cultural heritage. You’ll experience the incredible wildlife of Mikumi National Park, hike to waterfalls in Udzungwa Mountains National Park, and engage with the vibrant Maasai culture near Mikumi. Ideal for travelers looking for a diverse mix of nature, adventure, and culture within a short timeframe.

Stay all 3 nights at the charming Camp Bastian Mikumi, known for its eco-friendly comfort and great hospitality.


Safari Highlights

  • Cultural visit to a local Maasai village near Mikumi

  • Game drives in Mikumi National Park

  • Guided hike in Udzungwa Mountains National Park

  • Visit to Sanje Waterfalls and lush rainforest trails

  • Comfortable stay at Camp Bastian Mikumi

Included/Exclude

  • Private transport in 4x4 safari vehicle

  • 3 nights accommodation at Camp Bastian Mikumi (full board)

  • Maasai village tour

  • Park entrance fees for Mikumi and Udzungwa

  • Game drives and guided hike to Sanje Waterfalls

  • English-speaking driver/guide

  • Bottled drinking water during activities

  • Government taxes and conservation fees

  • International/domestic flights

  • Travel insurance and visa fees

  • Personal expenses (souvenirs, laundry, etc.)

  • Alcoholic and soft drinks

  • Tips for guide and lodge staff

Tour Plan

  • Pick up from your hotel or airport in Dar es Salaam

  • Depart for Mikumi National Park (approx. 5–6 hours' drive)

  • Arrive in Mikumi by afternoon and check into Camp Bastian

  • After a short rest, visit a nearby Maasai village

    Learn about Maasai traditions, customs, and daily life

  • Return to the lodge for dinner and overnight stay

Meals: Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Camp Bastian Mikumi

  • Early breakfast at the lodge

  • Depart for a full-day game drive in Mikumi National Park

    Explore the Mkata floodplains, home to elephants, lions, giraffes, zebras, wildebeest, and hippos

  • Visit various observation points and enjoy your picnic lunch inside the park

  • Continue game viewing in the afternoon before returning to the lodge

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Camp Bastian Mikumi

  • Early breakfast and packed lunch

  • Depart for a day trip to Udzungwa Mountains National Park (approx. 1.5 hours)

  • Begin your guided hike through the rainforest to Sanje Waterfalls (up to 170 meters high!)

    Along the way, spot endemic primates, butterflies, and birds

  • Enjoy your lunch in the forest before descending

  • Return to Camp Bastian for a hot shower, dinner, and overnight stay

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Camp Bastian Mikumi

  • Leisurely breakfast and optional short walk around the lodge

  • Check out and begin drive back to Dar es Salaam

  • Arrive in the afternoon and drop-off at your hotel or airport for departure

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

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Tour Information

Best Season

100

Duration

4 days

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