Selous & Mikumi Game Drive – 4 Days

Selous & Mikumi Game Drive – 4 Days

4
Days

Overview

Set out on an unforgettable journey through two of Tanzania’s most incredible wildlife destinations. Your adventure begins in Selous Game Reserve, known for its vast, untouched landscapes, exciting boat safaris along the Rufiji River, and rich wildlife, including elephants, lions, and African wild dogs.

From there, continue to Mikumi National Park, where wide-open savannahs create the perfect setting for rewarding game drives. Here, you’ll have the chance to spot giraffes, zebras, buffalo, and a variety of other animals in their natural habitat.

This safari offers a wonderful mix of landscapes, abundant wildlife, and memorable experiences, making it a great choice for anyone looking to connect with nature and explore Tanzania’s beauty.

Highlights

Base Price

From

$ 1,200 / Adult

From

$ 840 / Child

Pricing Breakdown

1 Person

$ 1,200

2 – 4 Pesons

$ 1,000

5 – 7 Persons

$ 900

8+ Persons

$ 850

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Itinerary

Day 1 : Pick Up, transfer to Selous Game Reserve
You will be picked up early in the morning from Dar es Salaam, around 5:30 AM, to begin your journey to Selous Game Reserve. Upon arrival, you’ll check in at your accommodation, enjoy lunch, and later in the afternoon head out for a relaxing boat safari along the Rufiji River. Dinner and overnight at the hotel.
Day 2 : Game drives in Selous enroute to Mikumi
The next day is dedicated to exploring the vast wilderness of Selous. You’ll depart early with packed breakfast and lunch for a full day of game drives, visiting different areas of the reserve. Later, you’ll continue your journey toward Mikumi via Kisaki Village and Morogoro Town. Upon arrival in Mikumi, check in and unwind before dinner and an overnight stay at the hotel.
Day 3: Full day game drive – Mikumi National Park
On the following day, start with an early morning game drive from around 6:30 AM to 8:30 AM, followed by breakfast. You’ll then continue with game drives throughout the day until late afternoon. In Mikumi National Park, you can expect to see a variety of wildlife including lions, buffaloes, giraffes, wildebeest, zebras, impalas, warthogs, elephants, hippos, as well as over 300 bird species and diverse plant life. Dinner and overnight at the hotel.
Day 4: Sunrise game drive and Transfer back to Dar es Salaam
On your final day, enjoy one last sunrise game drive before returning to the hotel for breakfast. Afterwards, begin your journey back to Dar es Salaam via Morogoro. There is also an option to connect to Zanzibar by catching the afternoon ferry. Upon arrival in Dar es Salaam, you’ll be dropped off at your residence, marking the end of your 4-day, 3-night safari experience.
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FAQS

Pack packs without flames are better than suitcases. This luggage may be packed on the back or in the roof rack of the safari 20 Kg ( 44 Lbs) are maximum weight.

Joanne Adventures team will pick you up and transfer you to designated Hotels. Pick up on arrival airport and drop off are included on our package. We arrange also other group transport if required.

A valid visa is required for travel to Tanzania. A passport with a minimum validity of 6 months prior to expiry is required.
A single-entry visa is valid for 3 months from the date of issue. Visas-on-arrival are available at Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO)for US$50. (For U.S. Citizens, the cost is US$100 for a multiple entry visa.) However, it is advised that visitors traveling from a country where visa services are available should obtain a visa prior to arrival in order to avoid potential delays at the airport

Swahili is the national language of Tanzania, but many tribal languages are spoken amongst the 120+ ethnic communities in Tanzania. English is considered the de facto official language. It is widely spoken by those who work in tourism and hospitality.

Summer: September to April.
Temperature: 20°C to 30°C.
Winter: May to August. Temperature: 19°C to 25°C.
Rainfall: April-May (long rains) and November to mid-December (short rains).

If you have any allergies or special dietary requirements, please let us know beforehand at the time of booking, so we can advise the lodgings accordingly. Most places will be able to accommodate to your preferred meal options, though sometimes vegetarian/vegan options may be a bit limited and repetitive. If you require any special health supplement, please kindly bring it with you.

This is your safari trip, your adventure! You decide how you want to spend your time on this vacation. If you would like to spend a full day on safari, you are definitely welcome to do so. Safari Infinity does not restrict your mileage, fuel, or how much time you want to be on safari. While some days you may decide to set out by sunrise, other days you can have a slower-paced breakfast before starting your daily exploration. Simply sit down with your guide to plan your day and meals the night before. Your guide will have plenty of suggestions, but of course, the decision is yours.

Bottled water is included in the safari vehicle. You can also buy any drinks along your way to the safari. There will be mini-markets in town.

They are licensed by TALA, trained, friendly, and have years of experience!

We use 4 or 6-passenger 4-wheel-drive Land Cruisers, all with viewing roofs for the safaris. The vehicles have an inverter for charging batteries, a radio, and a cooler.

Yes, just let us know what’s in your mind and we will put all together for you!

We recommend booking your trip as soon as possible. Lodges and tented camps on safari are booked quickly, so we need to reserve those before they fill up.

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