Where is Mikumi National Park located?

Mikumi National Park is located in the Southern part of Tanzania, in the Morogoro region. It being in the Sourthern part of Tanzania makes it automatically qualify to be among the national parks on the Sourthern safari circuit. It covers approximately an area of 3,230 kilometers square, a 5 to 6-hour drive from Dar Es Salam, and over 1 hour and 30-minute flight from Arusha.

When is the best time to tour Mikumi National Park?

Choosing the right time to visit Mikumi National Park is a matter of trusting Tanzania Distance Adventures as your tour operator in Tanzania, and through the team of smart tour consultants, you will be advised well. The park’s dry season is from June to October and is widely regarded as the best time for wildlife spotting. During this period, animals gather around water sources, making them easier to find. The temperatures are mild, and the clear skies offer excellent photographic opportunities. 

Attractions and Activities to participate in Mikumi National Park

Mikumi National Park is an anchorage for African wildlife, swaggering diverse array of wild animals such as Lions, buffalos,  elephants, and leopards mainly known as the “Big Five”. The park’s landscape also makes it a tremendous location for sightseeing giraffes, zebras, and wildebeests. The sight of birds such as the Conic lilac-breasted roller and the striking yellow-throated longclaw are experienced in Mikumi National Park.

Mikumi National Park’s Marvelous Landscape

The National Park’s scenery is a stunning masterpiece painted by nature. There are gentle hills, vast open plains, and breathtaking views everywhere you look, setting the perfect stage for your adventures. A special place in the park is the Mikumi floodplain, where the Mkata River flows. This is a favorite meeting spot for animals and a fantastic place to watch them. The views here are truly unique, and you’ll have incredible chances to see wildlife up close.

What activities can be done in Mikumi National Park?

Game Drives: In this activity, tourists get a chance to move close to the gateways of nature and view wildlife and wonders in different crow’s nests of nature’s ecosystem. Many birds and wild animals can be viewed easily in the morning as animals are active during these hours. This experience gives tourists chances to experience the true African Nature in Mikumi National Park. Experienced tour guides from Tanzania Distance Adventures will lead you on this exciting African wildlife safari through the park’s vast savannahs and woodlands.

Walking Safaris: This activity is more intimate and gives you an up-close experience. Guided walking safaris are an excellent option. Accompanied by knowledgeable guides, you can explore the park on foot, observing the smaller creatures and diverse plant life and tracking animal footprints while learning about the ecosystem. Guided by experienced rangers, you’ll learn about the park’s flora and fauna and even gain insights into tracking techniques.

Bird Watching: With over 400 bird species, Bird sightseeing is also another prominent experience in Mikumi National Park’s terrestrials. Due to the magnificent and unique ecosystem in Mikumi National Park, it adds an advantage to the birds’ habitation in the park. Mikumi National Park is also known for having 5 different species of birds that are not found anywhere else in the world. This experience gives holidaymakers a chance to know what kinds of birds are found in Tanzania..

Hot Air Balloon Safaris: For a truly memorable experience, consider taking a hot air balloon safari over Mikumi. This activity is unique and gives you a different experience to the uncluttered endless plains in different National parks. This involves floating on air with other birds in seeing the wildlife, bubbles of nature and trees from different angles. This provides a chance to take the best pictures and videos for an exclusive tour as the hot air balloon session starts in the early morning which is the best timing.

Accommodations in Mikumi National Park

Just like other National Parks, Mikumi National Park offers tented camping facilities, hotels, and lodges allowing holidaymakers to submerge themselves in the serene sounds of the wilderness during the day and night. In addition, Mikumi National Park accommodation offers services ranging from budget to luxury lodges, ensuring tourists get a comfortable stay.