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Mikumi Wildlife Safari & Game Drive with Lunch from Dar es salaam

About this experience

Set out on an unforgettable day trip to Mikumi National Park from Dar es Salaam. Travel comfortably by train to Morogoro, then enjoy an exciting game drive through the park’s open savannah. Spot incredible wildlife including lions, buffalo, giraffes, zebras, wildebeest, impalas, warthogs, elephants, hippos, and over 300 species of birds — all in just one day.

Start with hotel pickup and transfer to the station for the 6:00 AM express train to Morogoro (SGR), arriving at 7:37 AM. Meet your driver and continue to the park, with a short breakfast stop en route.

Enjoy an exciting game drive across Mikumi’s open plains, with a lunch break inside the park. Spot wildlife such as lions, buffalo, giraffes, zebras, wildebeest, impalas, warthogs, elephants, hippos, and over 300 bird species.

After your afternoon game drive, depart around 4:00 PM for Morogoro to catch the 7:18 PM train back to Dar. Arrive at 9:05 PM and transfer to your hotel, completing a seamless one-day safari experience.

At a glance

  • Duration: 14 hr–15 hr
  • Private experience

Choose your tour option

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Private & Personalised Tour
Private Jeep: Enjoy a private safari adventure from Dar es Salaam to Mikumi National Park by train, including game drive, lunch & transfers
Pickup included
Shared - Small Group Tour
Shared: Join a shared safari adventure from Dar es Salaam to Mikumi National Park with game drives, wildlife viewing, park fees, and
Pickup included

Plan your experience

Time on the tour14 hr–15 hr
Getting therePickup offeredSee pickup details
Guide languagesEnglish (live guide)
Tour arrangementPrivate experience

Set aside 14 hr–15 hr for the experience itself, with additional time to reach your meeting or pickup point.

Compare the available options before choosing: their itinerary, inclusions and pickup arrangements can differ. Check the price for your date and whole group.

Before you go

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

What is included

  • Express train tickets to and from Morogoro
  • Breakfast in Morogoro town
  • Lunch within the park
  • Pickup and drop-off from residency/hotel
  • Game drives in Mikumi National Park

Itinerary and highlights

Be picked up from your hotel in Dar es Salaam and head to the train station to take the 6:00 AM Express train to Morogoro SGR train Station. Arrive in Morogoro town at 7:37 AM and be picked up to start your drive to Mikumi National Park with a breakfast stop in Morogoro town.

Enjoy a day trip to Mikumi National Park from Dar es Salaam. Take a train ride to Morogoro and enjoy a game drive in the park to spot lions, buffalos, giraffes, wildebeests, zebras, and more.

After game drives, start driving back to Morogoro town at around 4:00 PM to be able to catch the 7:18 PM train to Dar Es Salaam. When you arrive in Dar at 9:05 PM, be taken to your hotel to end your day trip.

Meeting and pickup information

  • You'll be picked up from your hotel or residence in Dar es Salaam

Languages and tickets

  • English — Guide
  • Mobile Only

Tour operator

  • KEY 2 DESTINATIONS

Accessibility and practical details

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Questions about this experience

How long is this experience?
The supplier lists a duration of 14 hr–15 hr. Check your chosen tour option for its specific itinerary.
What are the pickup arrangements?
You'll be picked up from your hotel or residence in Dar es Salaam
Which guide languages are listed?
English (live guide).
What ticket format is listed?
Mobile ticket.
What ticket age bands are listed?
Child tickets: age 3–11; Adult tickets: age 12+. Check the practical details for participation requirements.
What is the cancellation policy?
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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