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Mikumi Day Trip Safari From Zanzibar - at $450
1 Day Mikumi Safari from Zanzibar Overview
This action-packed day trip combines Zanzibar's beaches with a thrilling Big Five safari experience in Mikumi National Park. After an early morning flight to Dar es Salaam, travelers enjoy a full day of game drives in Tanzania's fourth-largest park before returning to Zanzibar by evening - perfect for adding a wilderness adventure to your beach holiday without overnight stays.

Why Choose Mikumi for a Day Trip from Zanzibar
Mikumi's proximity to Dar es Salaam (4-hour drive) makes it the most accessible safari destination from Zanzibar, unlike northern parks which require multiple travel days. The park's compact size and dense wildlife populations maximize sightings in limited time, offering better value than longer excursions to distant reserves.

About Mikumi National Park
Often called "Little Serengeti," Mikumi's 3,230 sq km of floodplains and miombo woodlands host four of the Big Five (excluding rhinos), with particularly strong lion and elephant populations. The Mkata Floodplain forms the park's centerpiece, resembling Serengeti's landscapes with its acacia-dotted savannahs and abundant grazers.

Best Time for Mikumi Day Safari
June-October (dry season) provides optimal wildlife viewing as animals congregate around water sources, while November-May (green season) offers lush landscapes and birdwatching opportunities. Morning hours are most active for predators regardless of season.

Mikumi Day Safari Wildlife Encounters
Expect frequent sightings of lions, elephants, giraffes, zebras, and buffalo herds, along with 400+ bird species. The Mkata Plains are particularly reliable for spotting hunting wild dogs and large bachelor groups of elands, Africa's largest antelope.

Mikumi Day Trip Cost & Logistics
Mikumi Day Trip Safari prices start from $450 per person including flights, transfers, park fees, and guided game drives. Tours typically depart Zanzibar at 6am, returning by 8pm, with packed lunch provided during safari.

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