Tour Overview
An authentic and accessible southern Tanzania wildlife and island combo: Discover Mikumi National Park, nicknamed the 'Little Serengeti' for its wide floodplains packed with lions, elephants, giraffes, and zebras. From Mikumi, travel seamlessly to the historic spice island of Zanzibar for idyllic turquoise beach relaxation.
Perfect for travelers seeking exceptional wildlife viewing without lengthy northern drives, combined with an authentic Swahili island getaway.
Tour Highlights
Multi-Destination Safari Extensions
Extend your journey across additional wildlife reserves, alpine lakes, or tropical island coasts before or after your main safari. Select any extension to dynamically update your complete journey timeline, duration, and quotation.
Remote Safari Extension
+3 Days / 2 Nights
Ruaha National Park Untamed Wilderness Extension
Explore Tanzania's wildest park, home to 10% of the world's wild lion population, enormous elephant herds, and dramatic baobab-studded landscapes.
Day-by-Day Itinerary
Base Itinerary: 6 Days / 5 NightsDay 1: Dar es Salaam to Mikumi National Park
Early morning pickup in Dar es Salaam and scenic drive through the Uluguru Mountain foothills to Mikumi National Park. Afternoon game drive across the Mkata Floodplain where zebras, wildebeest, and impalas congregate.
Day 2: Full-Day Wildlife Safari in Mikumi
Full day exploring the diverse ecosystems of Mikumi. Watch elephants bathing at the Chamgore Hippo Pools and look for lions resting on termite mounds. Overnight at your eco-tented camp.
Day 3: Morning Game Drive & Transfer to Zanzibar
Early morning sunrise game drive followed by breakfast. Transfer to Dar es Salaam port for your high-speed luxury ferry (or flight) to Zanzibar. Arrive in Stone Town and check in.
Day 4: Stone Town Culture & Spice Farm Tour
Explore the UNESCO architecture of Stone Town, followed by a sensory spice tour. Continue to the east coast beaches of Zanzibar and check into your oceanfront resort.
Day 5: Beach Relaxation & Snorkeling at Mnemba
Enjoy an entire day of sun, sea, and relaxation. Optional dhow sailing and snorkeling with colorful reef life. Sunset dinner on the sand.
Day 6: Zanzibar Departure
Breakfast by the ocean and time for last-minute spice shopping before your airport transfer for onward international travels.
Transit to Ruaha National Park Ruaha National Park Extension
Arrive in Ruaha National Park and begin exploring the rocky riverbanks and open plains.
Full-Day Ruaha Wilderness Safari Ruaha National Park Extension
Full day tracking lions, wild dogs, leopards, and greater kudu in pristine wilderness.
What's Included & Excluded
What's Included
- All park fees in Mikumi National Park
- 4x4 safari cruiser with professional guide
- High-speed ferry / flight ticket to Zanzibar
- All accommodations & meal plans as specified
- Guided Stone Town & Spice farm tour
- All ground transfers
What's Excluded
- International airfare & visas
- Personal travel insurance
- Gratuities for driver and guide
Accommodation & Ground Logistics
Eco-Luxury Lodging
Handpicked luxury safari lodges and tented camps featuring private en-suite verandas, gourmet bush dining, and breathtaking wilderness vistas.
Custom 4x4 Cruisers
Purpose-built 4x4 Safari Land Cruisers with 360-degree pop-up game-viewing roofs, USB charging sockets, onboard cooler fridge, and binoculars.
