Elia Wildlife Safari Experience

6 Days - Mikumi, Ruaha (2 nights) and Udzungwa Mountains

Itenaries

Day 1: Dar es Salaam to Mikumi. Afternoon game drives.

Depart Dar es Salaam for Mikumi National Park, renowned for its diverse wildlife including elephants, giraffes, buffaloes, zebras, and more. Look out for the majestic greater Kudu, graceful wildebeest, and elusive leopards. The park is also home to tree-climbing lions, wild hunting dogs, and black-backed jackals. Enjoy a thrilling game drive upon arrival, soaking in the beauty of the savannah until sunset. Dinner and overnight stay.

Day 2: Mikumi to Udzungwa Mountains National Park. Hike to Sanje waterfalls(3-4 hours).

Mikumi to Udzungwa mountains. Hike to the Sanje Waterfalls, the highest waterfall in the Udzungwa mountains. Take a refreshing dip in the pools of the waterfalls and lookout for birds and animals in this unique wild habitat. Baboons and vervet monkeys are often seen and encounter of amphibians, birds might be possible. Stay at Udzungwa.

Day 3: Udzungwa to Ruaha.

After breakfast start the journey to Ruaha National Park. Arrive and stay at Ruaha.

Day 4: Ruaha. Full-day game drives.

After breakfast you will have full day game drive to explore the beautiful of the park, with its full of rocky, kopjes and ancient baobab trees.

Day 5: Ruaha (Walking Safari - 3 to 4 hours) and transfer to Mikumi.

A walking tour in Ruaha National Park offers a unique and immersive experience in Tanzania’s largest national park. Unlike traditional game drives, where you observe wildlife from the comfort of a vehicle, a walking safari allows you to explore the bush on foot, accompanied by a trained and knowledgeable guide.
During the walking tour, you’ll have the opportunity to appreciate the smaller details of the ecosystem, such as animal tracks, bird calls, and the diverse plant life. Your guide will provide insights into the park’s ecology, animal behavior, and conservation efforts, offering a deeper understanding of the natural world. Transfer to Mikumi and stay at Mikumi.

Day 6: Morning game drives at Mikumi and transfer to Dar Es Salaam.

Morning game drives at Mikumi and transfer to Dar Es Salaam.

Stay Location

  • Day 1 – Mikumi (Within the Park) or Mikumi (Outside the Park)
  • Day 2 – Mikumi (Within the Park) or Mikumi (Outside the Park) or Udzungwa (Outside the Park)
  • Day 3 – Ruaha (Within the Park) or Ruaha (Outside the Park)
  • Day 4 – Ruaha (Within the Park) or Ruaha (Outside the Park)
  • Day 5 – Mikumi (Within the Park) or Mikumi (Outside the Park) or Udzungwa (Outside the Park)

Meals

  • Park Fees (for Non-Residents).
  • Concession/ Camping Fees.
  • Daily game drives while on Safari.
  • A professional driver/ guide.
  • 4×4 Land Cruiser.
  • All Taxes and VAT.
  • Meals as per itinerary.
  • Drinking water while on safari (2 litres per person per day).
  • International flights.
  • Airport Transfers (Unless mentioned otherwise).
  • Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour (Unless mentioned otherwise).
  • Tips.
  • Personal Items (Souvenirs, Travel Insurance, Visa Fees, etc.).
  • Government imposed increase of Taxes and or Park Fees.
  • Any activities not mentioned in the itinerary.

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