8 Days Safari to Mikumi, Udzungwa & Ruaha
Day 1: After breakfast transfer to Mikumi National park from Dar es Salaam.
This park derives its name from the Kiswahili word for the Borassus palm, which once grew there in profusion. It is located 300 km. west of Dar es Salaam and is popular with weekend visitors. The park is also famous for its tree – climbing lions which are rarely seen in other parks, and the Africa’s rare wild dogs.
Lunch at the lodge/tented camp/campsite
Afternoon/Evening game drive fin the park
Day 2: Morning game drive in the park
Lunch at the lodge/tented camp/campsite
Afternoon departure for Udzungwa National Park.
It is only in Udzungwa National Park where you can see the two endemic species of primates which include the Iringa Selous monkey and the Sanje crested Mangabey. While still in the Udzungwa don’t forget to visit the most spectacular scenery of Prince Bernhard Falls.
Dinner and overnight at ……………………..lodge/campsite
Dinner and overnight at the lodge/tented camp/campsite.
Day 3: After breakfast morning walking safari in the park
Lunch at the lodge/campsite
Afternoon game drive in the park
Dinner and overnight at the lodge/campsite.
Day 4: After breakfast transfer to Ruaha National Park
The park derives its name from the /Ruaha River and is part of a much large ecosystem which includes two further protected area, the Rungwa and Kizigo Game Reserves. In addition to the teeming wildlife populations the park has such as roan and sable antelopes greater and lesser kudu, the exciting great Ruaha River features large numbers of hippo and crocodile. Over 465 bird species have been sighted within the park.
Lunch at Iringa Town.
After lunch a tour to various historical sites (which will include chief Mkwawa grave yard at Kalenga, Isimalah caves and Tosamaganga hill)
Dinner and overnight at Hotel In Iringa town.
Day 5: After breakfast proceed to Ruaha National Park.
Lunch at the Mwagusi Safari camp/campsite
Afternoon leisure time and rest
Dinner and overnight at Mwagusi safari camp/campsite.
Day 6: After breakfast full day game drive with picnic.
Lunch (with a possibility of visiting Kisima cha Mkwawa – (Mkwawas well)
Dinner and overnight at Mwagusi Safari camp/campsite.
Day 7: After breakfast full day game drive towards Lunda/Ikuka – Mpululu
Directon with picnic lunches.
Dinner and overnight at Mwagusi safari camp/ campsite
Day 8: After breakfast drive back to Dar es Salaam
End of the tour.
What's included:
- Park entry fees,
- Lodge accommodation,
- Safari jeep (Land Rover or Toyota Land cruiser with open roof for game viewing),
- Air condition,
- Cooler box,
- Drinking water and food (three meals a day from the lodges).
What's excluded:
- Accommodation before and after safari
- Tips
- Drinks