A compact 3-day loop from Dar es Salaam that pairs Mikumi’s open game drives with a dramatic hike to Sanje Falls in Udzungwa. Expect large mammals, vivid birdlife, and a waterfall plunge pool at the end of a mossy trail.
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Morning light from Dar es Salaam stretches across the intercontinental highway and the city gives way to wide grassland; the safari begins with a low, steady hum of an air-conditioned vehicle and a guide scanning horizons for movement. By afternoon the miombo woodland opens up around Mikumi—giraffes pick their way between termite mounds, buffalo shade beneath flat-topped acacias, and the Mkata floodplain pushes the eye to the far horizon where lions sometimes linger.
Difficulty
moderate
Duration
3 days (approx. 72 hours)
Fitness Level
Moderate fitness for short hikes and long game-drive days; able to walk uneven trail and tolerate vehicle transfers.
Wildlife
History
Mikumi became a national park in the 1960s and acts as a savannah corridor in southern Tanzania; Udzungwa was later protected as part of the Eastern Arc Mountains to preserve endemic forest species.
Conservation
Both park areas face pressure from poaching and land conversion; support local guides, follow park rules, and use refillable water to reduce plastic waste.
Reserve your spot on the 3 days safari to Mikumi and Udzungwa today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Plan early game drives
Wildlife is most active at dawn and dusk—schedule drives at those times for the best sightings.
Bring binoculars and a zoom lens
Animals and birds can be a long way off on the floodplain; optics make the difference.
Protect against insects and sun
Use DEET-based repellent in the bush and broad-spectrum sunscreen for midday drives.
Carry small local currency
Some park services, village visits or tips may require cash—ATMs are limited outside Dar es Salaam.
Binoculars (8–10x)
Essential for spotting distant animals and birds on the Mkata floodplain.
Sturdy hiking shoes
Grip and ankle support for the wet, root-strewn approach to Sanje Falls.
Light rain jacket
Protects against short rains and spray near the falls during wet months.
spring
Sun hat and sunscreen
Open plains and midday transfers expose you to strong equatorial sun.
summer