From Zanzibar: Mikumi Safari Day Trip with Flights and Meal
Description
Embark on a thrilling day safari to Mikumi National Park, Tanzania's fourth-largest national park, where you'll have the opportunity to witness its diverse wildlife and natural beauty. The adventure begins with a flight from Zanzibar, followed by an exhilarating game drive through the park. Your journey commences with a morning pick-up from your hotel, whisked away to the airport for your flight to Mikumi. Upon arrival, you'll embark on a shared safari game drive, guided by experienced drivers who will impart their extensive knowledge of the local fauna and terrain. As you traverse the park, you'll be treated to the sight of Tanzania's wildlife in their natural habitat. As midday approaches, you'll indulge in a bush lunch amidst the wilderness before continuing your exploration of the park. In the afternoon, you'll return to the airstrip for your flight back to Zanzibar. Upon landing, a transfer will be arranged to take you back to your hote.
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Itinerary
Transfer from your place of stay to the airport where you will fly to Mikumi National Park will your safari adventure will begin.
During your safari in Mikumi National Park you will do a game drive and visit the wild animals up close. You will see the various ponds where you might catch animals drinking and hippopotamus or other inhabitans of the pond. During lunch you will remain close to nature with and incredible view.
Transfer from the airport to your place of stay
Highlights
What's included
Pickup Locations & Times
The cars we use have a logo from Beach & Safari and Crabtours on the car.
Traveller Ratings
Important Information
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Please note: * Beach Safari Holidays reserves the right to change departure times or carrier when so required for operational, weather or safety reasons. * Beach Safari Holidays cannot be held responsible for missed connections on flights booked with other airlines due to flight delays. * Beach Safari Holidays cannot be held responsible for missed activities, due to flight delays. * Between April 1st and June 1st, weather or airfield conditions may necessitate postponement or advancement of the safari * We strongly recommend booking this package with a return to Zanzibar no later than 2 nights before (international) departure from the island.
- people with mobility impairments
Reviews(82)
Saga Expedition delivered an amazing safari experience. Our driver Ernest was outstanding — safe, friendly, and incredibly knowledgeable. Raymond was excellent as well: professional, experienced, and he taught me so much about the animals and their behaviour. A truly memorable safari with a team that goes above and beyond.
Dear Valued Guest, What a fantastic review to read! We are absolutely thrilled that Saga Expedition delivered such an incredible safari experience for you from start to finish. Ernest and Raymond are true stars on our team! Knowing that Ernest kept you safe, comfortable, and smiling throughout your drive, while Raymond brought the wilderness to life with his deep knowledge of animal behavior, makes us so proud. They truly love what they do and consistently go the extra mile to create those magical moments, so they will both be beaming when we share your lovely feedback with them. Thank you so much for choosing to explore with us. It was a absolute pleasure having you, and we hope to see you back on the trail with us again soon! Warm regards, The Team at Beach & Safari Holidays
I was very disappointed with our safari experience in Mikumi National Park. While seeing the wildlife was incredible, the overall standard of the tour raised several concerns. The driving was often uncomfortable and, at times, felt unsafe. The roads were extremely bumpy, there were no seatbelts provided, the vehicle frequently smelled of exhaust fumes, and the driver appeared to be speeding on several occasions. Although I understand that English may not have been the guide’s first language, communication was frustrating throughout the trip. Questions were often ignored or left unanswered, and instead of providing information about the wildlife, the guide would frequently start driving away or make jokes that nobody seemed to understand, creating an awkward atmosphere. My biggest concern was the apparent lack of consideration for animal welfare. On multiple occasions, vehicles drove far too close to wildlife, causing animals to move away. The most concerning incident involved a lion resting in the shade during the heat of the day. Our vehicle approached so closely that the lion snarled and was forced to move from the shade into direct sunlight. Responsible wildlife tourism should prioritise the wellbeing of animals and minimise disturbance to their natural behaviour. Overall, while the wildlife itself was remarkable, I left feeling disappointed by the standards of guiding, safety, and respect shown towards the animals.
Dear Valued Guest, Thank you so much for taking the time to share your detailed feedback with us. We truly value hearing about your journey, as the comfort and satisfaction of our guests mean everything to our team. We appreciate you highlighting the areas where your experience did not fully match your expectations. Please be assured that your comments have been noted and passed directly to our relevant operations and management teams for a thorough internal review. Your insights are incredibly important to us as we continuously work to maintain our high standards of quality and ensure every detail is handled with care. Thank you again for your honest feedback. We genuinely value your comments as they help us understand how we can continue to enhance the overall experience for our guests. Warm regards The Team at Beach & Safari Holidays
Glad to have booked this package. It was very well organized from start to finish. The lunch was really good and the staff are friendly. Knowledgeable tour guide and drivers. Overall excellent experience!
Dear Valued Guest Thank you so much for your wonderful review and for taking the time to share your experience with us. We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed your safari and that the organization of your trip met your expectations. It is especially rewarding to know that you appreciated the lunch arrangements, the friendliness of our team, and the knowledge and professionalism of our guides and drivers. Creating seamless and memorable experiences for our guests is what we strive for, and your kind words mean a great deal to us. We will be sure to share your feedback with the entire team, who will be thrilled to know they helped make your journey special. Thank you for choosing to travel with us. We hope to have the pleasure of welcoming you back to Tanzania for another unforgettable adventure in the future. Best regards The Team at Beach & Safari Holidays
the safari was super great a unique experience with many animals
Dear Valued Guest, Thank you so much for sharing your wonderful experience! We’re pleased that you had a fantastic safari and enjoyed the unique experience with so many amazing animals. We hope you also enjoyed the comfortable jeep, our guide, the delicious food, the stunning views, and had the chance to capture some beautiful photos. We look forward to welcoming you back for another unforgettable adventure! Warm Regards The Team at Beach & Safari Holidays
We visited as part of our holiday to Zanzibar, and indeed going on Safari was part of the reason we went. The day started early with a smooth transition to the airport, where there was a small delay due to a sudden downpour. Nevertheless we were soon on our way with at least one of us (me) genuinely excited about the flight, never mind the safari! :-). Anyway, we had a thoroughly enjoyable day, with Barack, our guide giving us full info as to what we saw. Sadly we didn’t see any big cats, but unlike some reviewers on here, we understand that it’s never a guarantee. We did see all the other animals and probably had the most interactions with elephants which was a highlight for us. No doubt doing a 2 or 3 day safari might bring more to the table, but one day is perfectly adequate, and definitely a bucket list event!
Dear Valued Guest, Thank you for sharing your experience! We’re thrilled that your safari added so much excitement to your holiday in Zanzibar. It’s great that the transfer and flight went smoothly and that your enthusiasm made the day even more special. We’re delighted that Barack provided such informative guidance and that you enjoyed seeing so many animals, especially the elephants, it sounds like a truly memorable highlight! You’re right, while big cats aren’t guaranteed on every safari, we’re glad your day was filled with remarkable wildlife encounters and memories. We look forward to welcoming you again for an even longer safari adventure in the future, to enjoy more of the park’s wildlife, breathtaking views, and unforgettable moments! Warm Regards The Team at Beach & Safari Holidays
So, first of all, I was only informed about the pick-up time at 19:00 the day before, and only after I contacted Beach & Safari. I received the e-mail with the pick-up time and the flight details around 7:30 p.m. It said the pickup would be at 6:00 a.m. At 22:00 I then received another email in which the pick-up time was moved to 4:00 in the morning. I was really lucky to see that, as I actually wanted to sleep by this time. I was also lucky to have internet access at that time, which is not always the case here. The pickup went smoothly, as did the flight. During the safari it was annoying that we had to wait in the jeep for an hour and a half because other vehicles were stuck on the roads and could not move forward or backward. Shouldn’t tractors be available at such problem areas to pull the vehicles out quickly? According to the driver, this is more common. We therefore saw only two lions, and even those only partially and from a great distance. We could not detect other predators as the roads were closed. After an hour and a half of wasted time, we returned to the airfield where we had lunch. Then the driver drove us another lap around the airfield before taking us back to the plane. Honestly, I expected more from the safari. Too bad about all the money.
Dear Valued Guest, Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We are sorry to hear that parts of your experience did not meet your expectations. We would kindly note that wildlife sightings cannot be guaranteed, as this is a natural national park environment and the animals raom freely, movements are unpredictable. Your comments have been shared with our operations team for review, as we continuously work to improve our communication and overall guest experience. Kind regards, The Team at Beach & Safari Holidays
Absolutely splendor. My daughter and her God Mother's were emotionally full after this excursion. Superior.
Dear value Guest. Thank you for sharing your wonderful experience! We’re happy to hear that the excursion left your daughter and her mother feeling so fulfilled and that it was a superior experience. It means a lot to us to know we could create such special memories for your family. We hope to welcome you again for another unforgettable experience in the future! Warm Regards The Team at Beach & Safari Holidays
I had a good trip arranged by this agent everything went well and I see many wild animals that is famous in the world so good trip
Dear Valued Guest, Thank you for sharing your experience! We’re happy to hear that the safari was well organized and that you enjoyed seeing so many world-famous wild animals. We’re glad everything went smoothly and hope to welcome you again for another extraordinary experience in the future! Warm Regards The Team at Beach & Safari Holidays
Everything went smooth. Great guides and drivers. Got to see a lot of animals up close (even lions). Highly recommend to join this trip!
Dear Valued Guest, Thank you for sharing your experience! We’re delighted to hear that everything went smoothly and that you enjoyed the experience with our guides and drivers. Seeing animals up close, especially lions, is always a highlight, and we’re thrilled you had such memorable moments. Your recommendation means a lot to us and motivates our team to keep delivering great experiences. We hope to welcome you again for another extraordinary adventure in the future! Warm Regards The Team at Beach & Safari Holidays
The booking worked well but the execution was still as desired At the 1st time we were picked up at 5 am and at 10 am we learned that the flight is not taking place because the plane is defective. 2 ter attempt 2 days later pickup at the hotel at 4 am at 6:30 should start. After some back and forth we finally flew off at 10 o'clock. Have wasted with waiting and transfer almost a whole day of vacation. In the hotel we were only back at 21:30 We were not offered any remuneration. The park is nice but not outstanding
Dear Valued Guest, Thank you for sharing your experience. We understand that the flight schedule was frustrating; unfortunately, the changes were due to operational and weather reasons from the airline, and safety is always our top priority. We hope you still enjoyed your time exploring Mikumi National Park and were able to capture some wonderful moments. Warm regards, The Team at Beach & Safari Holidays
