Mikumi National Park
Easily accessible from Dar es Salaam, offering classic savanna landscapes and excellent wildlife viewing.
Highlights
- Easy Access
- Open Plains
- Buffalo Herds
- The Mini Serengeti
Best time: June - February
Best for: Easy Access, Open Plains, Buffalo Herds
Mikumi National Park is easily accessible from Dar es Salaam, offering classic savanna landscapes and excellent wildlife viewing.
The park's flood plains resemble a miniature Serengeti, supporting diverse wildlife including elephants, lions, buffalos, and numerous antelope species.
The Mkata Flood Plain provides excellent game viewing with reliable wildlife sightings throughout the year.
Mikumi's proximity to Dar es Salaam makes it perfect for weekend getaways and as an introduction to Tanzania's southern circuit.
The park offers diverse habitats from grasslands to woodlands, supporting over 400 bird species and varied wildlife communities.
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