2 Nights and 3 Days in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania: Visiting Mikumi National Park

Going on a holiday, or even better, going on a Safari can often be a time consuming, expensive and strenuous affair. But what if your wants and desires could be met within a comfortable budget, without asking you to sacrifice time and pleasure? Well, then you should go and spend 2 Nights and 3 Days in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania and visit Mikumi National Park.

Mikumi National Park is one of the most sought-after wildlife destinations in Tanzania. Located in the Southern Tourist Circuit, it is one of the premier parks of the country. The park has an area of about 3230 square kilometers, full of wildlife and offering the best experience for a wildlife enthusiast.

Why should you choose traveling to Mikumi National Park

Mikumi National Park has a vast array of spectacular plains, lush grasslands and rivers that are just waiting to be explored. The park offers spectacular views of tall grasslands and open savannah where elephants, zebras, buffaloes and impala live side-by-side in harmony. There are also plenty of places to see predators including lion, leopard, cheetah and hyena.

It is also an interesting choice because it is easily accessible by road. It is situated at just 5 hours drive from Dar es Salaam and there are regular buses plying to Mikumi National Park from almost every major town in Tanzania. It is really quite picturesque as it has its own unique landscape due to the presence of the Udzungwa Mountains.

What activities you can explore during your time in Mikumi

The park abounds in wildlife and offers visitors the opportunity to spot the Big 5 (elephant, lion, buffalo, leopard and rhino). Tourists here can enjoy game drives in the morning and evening on open-backed safaris. The drive through the park is striking, particularly when you get to the top of one of the crossroads and can look out over the expansive plains.

Other activities that you can enjoy include bird watching as the park boasts of a variety of bird species such as red-capped robins, stilts, bee-eaters, kingfishers and shrikes. Birders should also not miss out checking out the numerous waterbirds present here. In addition to this, the park also serves as a great place for nature lovers who can explore diverse variety of flora and fauna here.

How to visit Mikumi National Park in 2 Nights and 3 Days

It is recommended to start your journey with a journey of 5 hours to reach Mikumi National Park. When you reach there it is advisable to book a tour package or have a local guide to introduce you to all the options available with regards to vehicle hire and other activities that they offer.

Day 1: Dubbed The Safari Drive day, the first day should be dedicated to searching for game on your local game drive. After set off for your game drive around Mikumi National Park in the morning where you will basically try to spot different animals like elephants, zebras, lions etc. Midday will typically be spent enjoying some rest in your lodge/camp or alternatively, having lunch with some game still on the lookout. Then when the day cools down you will head back out for more game surveying on afternoon game drives; depending on your timing you may even decide to stay all evening out in order to catch the unique animal movements that take place at dusk and night.

Day 2: On the second day you can either spend more time on the Safari Drive or head out for an exploration of other sites present in the vicinity of Mikumi National Park. You can explore further locations around the park with some cultural visits or scenic getaways or else enjoy some leisure activities like swimming in the pools of Mbuyu resort or camping overnight at Mkata River Campsite located at a distance of 20 miles from Mikumi National Park gate.

Day 3: On this day you will head back to Dar es Salaam for your flight back home, but before that why not take some time for yourself and go for a stroll to some local markets like Mvwa market or Sunderji bazaar? Both are located closeby offering you some perfect final souvenir shopping before you leave this amazing country.

Additional Tips

• When planning your trip make sure you have done enough research so that you are aware of all the rules before visiting a wild place like Mikumi.
• Make sure to dress appropriately as you don’t want to scare away wild animals by wearing bright colors.
• It is recommended to carry sun block lotion as it gets quite hot in midday.
• Make sure you enquire about accommodation options in advance.
• Do remember to carry your binoculars along with you.
• Do not forget to carry along a hat or something to cover yourself from dust.

Overall, spending 2 Nights and 3 Days in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania is something that all wildlife enthusiasts should definitely look into! The combination of nature, wildlife, animals and picturesque sceneries all in one place makes it a not-so-normal holiday experience which is sure to leave an impression on everyone who visits it! A perfect blend of modern convenience with a dash of wild adventure awaits those who choose to go here. Planning your next trip here? Then save time and effort by clicking this link and get your tour booked hassle-free!