2-Day Mikumi Safari from Zanzibar by SGR Train – Tanzania Wildlife Adventure

Southern Tanzania

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$1959.00

Duration

2 days

Tour Type

4.47 by 3 reviews
  • Quality4.67
  • Location4.67
  • Amenities4
  • Services5
  • Price4

Tour Overview

Experience an exciting Mikumi Safari from Zanzibar combining a beach holiday with a short Tanzania wildlife adventure. This 2-day, 1-night safari takes you from the white sandy beaches of Zanzibar to Mikumi National Park, one of Tanzania’s most accessible safari destinations.

Your journey combines Zanzibar, the ferry to Dar es Salaam, SGR electric train travel to Morogoro and a guided transfer to Mikumi National Park. Once inside the park, enjoy exciting game drives in search of lions, elephants, giraffes, zebras, buffaloes and other African wildlife.

This Mikumi Safari by Train is an excellent option for travelers staying in Zanzibar who want to experience Tanzania’s wildlife without committing to a longer safari.

Mikumi Safari from Zanzibar Highlights

  • 🚢 Travel from Zanzibar to Dar es Salaam by ferry
  • 🚆 Experience Tanzania’s modern SGR electric train
  • 🏔️ Enjoy scenic views on the journey to Morogoro
  • 🐘 Explore Mikumi National Park by 4×4 safari vehicle
  • 🦁 Search for lions and other predators
  • 🦒 See giraffes, elephants, zebras and buffaloes
  • 🌅 Enjoy an early morning sunrise game drive
  • 🏕️ Stay overnight near or inside the park, depending on accommodation
  • 🌴 Combine a Zanzibar beach holiday with a Tanzania safari
  • 🇹🇿 Experience Tanzania by sea, rail and road

Why Choose a Mikumi Safari from Zanzibar?

A Mikumi Safari from Zanzibar is perfect for travelers who want to add a short wildlife experience to their Zanzibar holiday.

Instead of flying directly, this itinerary provides a more adventurous way to experience Tanzania by combining ferry, SGR train and safari vehicle travel. The journey itself becomes part of the adventure, while Mikumi provides the opportunity to experience African wildlife in a short period.

Itinerary

On Day 1, your journey begins with an early morning hotel pickup in Zanzibar around 5:00 AM, followed by a transfer to the ferry terminal for the 7:00 AM boat to Dar es Salaam. Upon arrival at 8:30 AM, you will be greeted by our driver and taken to the electric train station for a comfortable 1.5-hour journey to Morogoro. From there, a scenic one-hour drive will take you to Mikumi National Park, where you will arrive in time for lunch. Afterward, embark on an exhilarating afternoon safari, exploring the diverse landscapes and spotting iconic wildlife such as lions, elephants, giraffes, and zebras. As the sun sets, you will head to your bandas inside the park for a delicious dinner and an overnight stay surrounded by nature.

Accommodation & Meals (Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner)

On Day 2, the adventure continues with an early sunrise game drive at 5:00 AM, offering a chance to witness the breathtaking beauty of the park as wildlife becomes active in the morning light. After the game drive, you will depart for Morogoro at 7:00 AM to catch the train back to Dar es Salaam. Upon arrival, enjoy a leisurely lunch before boarding the ferry back to Zanzibar, concluding your unforgettable safari experience.
Accommodation & Meals (Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner)

Included/Exclude

  • Accommodation as per the above itinerary
  • Professional and experienced English-speaking safari guide
  • New 4x4 Toyota land cruiser with a pop-up roof
  • Park Entrance Fees
  • Food/Meals as outlined in the itinerary
  • Water for drinking
  • Government Taxes
  • Transfer to airport
  • All sightseeing and excursions as mentioned in the itinerary
  • Tipping
  • Visa to Tanzania
  • Meals not mentioned in the itinerary
  • Drinks
  • International airfares
  • Early or late check in at hotels
  • Travel insurance
  • Any Private Expenses

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