All Mikumi National Park Tours in September 2026
51 Trips in Mikumi National Park during September 2026 with 11 Reviews
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Mikumi National Park 2Days Safari from Dar es salaam - September 2026
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Good experience. Quick communication. Nice land cruiser, good hotel, driver acted as guide and was knowledgeable and accommodating to our wishes. Would use their services again.
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The Best of Tanzania Southern Circuit Safari - September 2026
5
From start to finish this trip was perfect. In Tanzania, our guide was a top notch professional and extremely knowledgeable, taking us off the beaten path to provide us with an unrivaled experience in the parks. Our tour operator's advice for Tanzania were also unimpeachable. Our guide provided us with a social and political perspective no travel brochure could provide. It was a privilege for us to have him share his story with us which was honest, raw, and poignant and changed us in profound ways. We surprised by the level of hospitality from the owner of the tour operator, he organized for us a free BBq dinner at the end of our trip and he bother to drive us to the airport himself he made us felt we paid less for all we got. We recommend you to our friends and travelers.
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Mikumi National Park Safari - September 2026
The abundant wildlife of the Mkata floodplain makes it a popular wildlife destination, with Mikumi National Park as its shining gem, a park that is often compared to the mighty Serengeti National Park.
Mikumi is full of excitement and adventure. It presents some of the best and most luxurious accommodations in the country and its plains host a vast variety of wildlife. Every trip to Mikumi offers something new, something even more incredible, and no matter how many times you visit this inspiring work of nature, you're always left speechless.
Mikumi National Park is one of the most popular national parks in Tanzania and this is because it is easily accessible from Dar es salaam. Mikumi National Park is named after a village, which in turn takes its name from the Swahili word for Borassus Palm, which once grew there abundantly.
This park can be visited in a single day from Dar es Salaam. But, if you have more time, this charming park warrants a longer stay. The wide expanses of the Mkata Floodplain are full of wildlife: lions, wildebeest, impala, eland and buffalo migrate across the plains. In the Miombo woodland on the foothills of the local mountains greater kudu and sable antelopes can be seen. More than 400 species of birds have also been sighted in Mikumi.
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Tanzania Southern Circuit Budget Safari - September 2026
The southern circuit of Tanzania is getting more and more popular. Although it is less frequently visited than the northern circuit, it offers a similar variety of wildlife, varied landscapes, and culture.
The Nyerere National Park is the largest in Africa, approximately the size of Switzerland and is a vast open landscape with savanna plains, woodland, and many lakes and swamps in the Rufiji valley. It became a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1982 due to its diversity of wildlife and undisturbed nature.
A guided boat trip on the Rufiji River will be arranged during which you will see many majestic birds, hippos, and crocodiles, probably elephants and, if you are lucky, a Nile monitor or a pride of lions coming down to drink.
Mikumi National Park can be visited in one day from Dar es Salaam, but if you have more time, this charming park is well worth a more extended visit. The vast expanses of the Mkata Floodplain are full of wildlife: lions, wildebeest, impala, eland, and buffalo migrate across the plains. In the Miombo woodland on the foothills of the local mountains, greater kudu and sable antelopes can be seen. More than 400 species of birds have been sighted in Mikumi.
We will also visit Udzungwa - the largest and most biologically diverse chain of forests in Tanzania. This archipelago of isolated massifs has been dubbed the Galapagos of Africa for its treasure trove of endemic plants and animals. Known collectively as the Eastern Arch, the ancient crystalline mountains were formed more than 200 million years ago. Geological changes caused the rising of the central plateau, now the Tanzania/Kenya Highlands, and the formation of the Rift valley.
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Dar es salaam city tour -Mikumi safari -Zanzibar beach - September 2026
Book this 10-day, guided Tanzania trip and got the chance to enjoy various shades of the country. From the sprawling metropolis of Dar es Salaam to Mikumi National Park's wildlife and the beaches of Zanzibar, this tour will provide you with a comprehensive introduction to the country.
We will pick you up at JNI Airport and transfer you to your beach abode in Dar es Salaam. Go out on a city tour of the capital on the second day of the trip. Head for Mikumi National Park the day after that and enjoy four game drives in reserve before heading for the final destination on your itinerary, Zanzibar, an island that was a popular trade transit in the past.
Visit the island's Stone Town and enjoy a spice tour (Zanzibar was renowned as a center of the spice trade in the past) before catching a flight back to Dar es Salaam, from where you can take the flight back home.
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7 Days Wildlife Encounter Safari – Best of Southern Tanzania - September 2026
Experience the stunning wildlife and scenic beauty of Tanzania on this 6-day safari trip! Don't worry about anything; your meals, accommodation, and transportation are all covered on this private tour. We are also open to changes if you wish to adjust the itinerary.
First, we spend a few days in Mikumi National Park, which lies alongside the Northern border of Africa's biggest Game Reserve - the Selous Game Reserve. The open horizons and abundant wildlife of the Mkata Floodplain, the fashionable centerpiece of Mikumi, draw frequent comparisons to the more famous Serengeti Plains. More than 400 bird species were recorded, the lilac-breasted rollers, yellow-throated longclaws, and bateleur eagles joined by a host of European migrants during the rainy season.
Next, we visit Ruaha National Park, the second-largest national park in Tanzania which covers an area of about 22,000 km². It is one of Tanzania's few famous wilderness areas, whereby the experience of game viewing is spiced up by the exciting landscape and the Great Ruaha River. The park has a high concentration of elephants and magnificent mammals and a habitat for endangered wild dogs, leopards, cheetahs, giraffes, zebras, elands, impalas, bat-eared foxes, and jackals.
Last, we spend a day and a half at Udzungwa, the most significant example of the Eastern Arc Mountains' natural world, which runs in a chain through the whole of Tanzania. The forest makes Udzungwa unique in East Africa, and there is no other place with unbroken series of wood stretching from an altitude of 250 meters up to more than 2000 meters.
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Vic Falls to Stone Town - September 2026
Travel from the mighty Victoria Falls through Zimbabwe, Zambia, Malawi and Tanzania – to experience all the incredible sights, sounds and cultures Eastern Africa has to offer. Track rhinos on foot and spot lions and leopards on 4x4 game drives. Explore World Heritage-listed sites like the Great Zimbabwe Ruins. Meet locals to gain insight into the enduring cultures of these communities. Wind up on the shores of the Indian Ocean in Zanzibar after an unforgettable 17-day journey full of local knowledge and epic adventures.
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Stone Town to Vic Falls - September 2026
Embrace the wilds of Eastern Africa on a 16-day adventure. Track rhinos on foot, discover the winding alleyways of Stone Town, journey through epic landscapes in search of zebras and elephants, explore ancient Zimbabwean ruins and gaze at the sweeping plains of the savanna. With a local leader and crew on hand to sweat all the small stuff, you can focus on exploring. This is your chance to spot the Big Five and escape the chaotic pace of the city for the quiet of villages Africa’s pride lands.
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23-day Kruger, Victoria Falls Zanzibar Camping - September 2026
For families ready for an epic overland experience, the 23-day Kruger, Victoria Falls & Zanzibar Camping trip delivers adventure in spades. Travelling from Pretoria to Dar Es Salaam, you’ll visit South Luangwa National Park, Lusaka, Dar Es Salaam, and twelve other destinations across South Africa, Zambia, and Tanzania. With accommodation, transport, and meals handled, the focus is on exploration. This trip’s unique allure is the combination of southern Africa’s rich wildlife reserves with the relaxation of Zanzibar’s beaches, providing variety and excitement throughout the journey.
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21-day Victoria Falls to Serengeti Camping - September 2026
Experience the wild beauty of Africa on the 21-day Victoria Falls to Serengeti Camping tour. Starting in Livingstone and ending in Nairobi, this small group explorer trip covers Mikumi National Park, Dar Es Salaam, Nairobi, and 11 other destinations in Tanzania and Zambia. With all logistics—accommodation, transport, meals—managed for you, it’s an easy choice for families seeking adventure. The unique aspect is the seamless connection between Victoria Falls’ grandeur and the Serengeti’s wildlife spectacle, creating an exceptional journey across iconic African landscapes.
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Africa Encompassed Northbound - September 2026
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I really enjoyed the locations. Especially the Roman ruins and the villages we stayed in. It was a really great cultural experience.
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Zanzibar to Vic Falls - September 2026
Dive into a lesser-known Africa on this 19-day trip from the east of Tanzania through Malawi, Zambia and Zimbabwe. Begin on the pristine beaches of Zanzibar's northern coastline, then travel through rolling savanna and wide-open plains on a series of game drives and hikes. Get close to incredible wildlife in remote nature reserves and embrace local hospitality in the regional cities and traditional villages. Take on this eye-opening African overland adventure with a local crew to guide you to the best of the region, all shared with a small group of travellers ready to explore.
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22-day Zanzibar, Victoria Falls Kruger Camping - September 2026
From Zanzibar’s turquoise waters to the wildlife-rich plains of Kruger, the 22-day Zanzibar, Victoria Falls & Kruger Camping tour is a fantastic option for families eager to explore. Starting in Dar Es Salaam and ending in Pretoria, you’ll visit Livingstone, Tshipise, Bulawayo, and 13 other destinations in Zimbabwe, South Africa, and Tanzania. Camping accommodation, all transport, and meals are included, making the journey smooth and enjoyable. The tour’s unique selling point is its diverse route, linking beach relaxation, cultural encounters, and premier game viewing in one comprehensive tour package.
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39-day Gorillas to Victoria Falls Accommodated - September 2026
5
This was an excellent Safari. The Tour was as described for style and is not for the faint hearted. We observed all of the animals and birdlife you could wish for. This was a real adventure and both my Wife and I thoroughly enjoyed it. The itinery could do with an update although in the grand scheme of things would not have made much difference.
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