✅ KILISERENGORO TOURS 2025-2026: (7-day-mikumi-serengeti-safari-from-dar-es-salaam)

Embark on a 7-day luxury fly-in safari from Dar es Salaam combining the southern plains of Mikumi National Park with the world-famous Serengeti National Park in northern Tanzania. This itinerary is designed for travelers who want high-quality wildlife encounters, Big Five sightings, and luxury lodge accommodations without long overland transfers. Mikumi National Park, known as the “mini-Serengeti of the south,” offers classic savannah landscapes teeming with elephants, lions, giraffes, zebras, and buffalo. Morning and afternoon game drives provide ample opportunity to photograph wildlife against the golden plains. After Mikumi, fly to Serengeti National Park, one of the world’s most iconic safari destinations. The Serengeti offers vast plains, seasonal wildebeest migrations, and unmatched predator encounters including lions, leopards, cheetahs, and wild dogs. Luxury lodges and tented camps are carefully selected to provide comfort, en-suite amenities, and fine cuisine while immersing guests in Tanzania’s unparalleled wildlife landscapes. This 7-day Dar es Salaam safari is perfect for families, couples, wildlife photographers, and adventure seekers, offering a seamless combination of southern and northern Tanzania safari highlights.

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Tour Highlights

  • 7-day luxury safari covering Mikumi National Park and Serengeti National Park
  • Fly-in option between Mikumi and Serengeti to save travel time
  • Morning and afternoon game drives in both parks
  • Luxury lodge and tented camp accommodation with full board meals
  • Professional English-speaking safari guide throughout
  • Wildlife sightings: lions, leopards, elephants, cheetahs, giraffes, zebras, buffalo, hippos, wildebeest migration (seasonal), and diverse bird species

Day-by-Day Detailed Itinerary

Day 1: Dar es Salaam – Mikumi National Park

Morning: Pick-up from hotel or airport. Drive to Mikumi National Park (approx. 4–5 hours).

Afternoon: Check-in at luxury lodge, enjoy lunch, then embark on your first afternoon game drive to spot elephants, lions, giraffes, zebras, and buffalo.

Evening: Dinner and overnight stay at the lodge.

Day 2: Full-Day Game Drives in Mikumi

Morning: Early morning game drive exploring savannah plains, riverine areas, and open grasslands. Return to lodge for lunch.

Afternoon: Afternoon game drive to different park zones for additional wildlife encounters and photography opportunities. Dinner and overnight stay.

Day 3: Mikumi – Morning Game Drive – Fly to Serengeti

Morning: Optional early morning game drive in Mikumi before breakfast. Return to lodge for check-out.

Late Morning: Fly from Mikumi/nearby airstrip to Serengeti National Park. Arrive at luxury lodge/tented camp and enjoy lunch.

Afternoon: First Serengeti game drive to spot lions, elephants, giraffes, zebras, and other wildlife in the expansive plains.

Evening: Dinner and overnight stay at the lodge/camp.

Day 4: Full-Day Game Drives in Serengeti

Morning: Early morning game drive for prime wildlife viewing, photographing predators and herbivores. Return to lodge for lunch.

Afternoon: Continue exploring central or northern Serengeti for Big Five encounters. Optional sunset drive for panoramic photography. Dinner and overnight stay.

Day 5: Serengeti – Optional Migration or Northern Plains Excursion

Morning: Early morning game drive targeting specific wildlife or seasonal wildebeest migration areas.

Afternoon: Picnic lunch or return to lodge. Continue afternoon game drive exploring remote parts of the Serengeti. Dinner and overnight stay.

Day 6: Serengeti – Optional Hot Air Balloon Safari – Game Drives

Morning: Optional hot air balloon safari over Serengeti (seasonal, additional cost). Return to lodge for breakfast.

Afternoon: Full-day game drive in Serengeti focusing on predators, elephants, and plains wildlife. Dinner and overnight stay at lodge/camp.

Day 7: Morning Game Drive – Fly Back to Dar es Salaam

Morning: Early morning game drive or wildlife photography session. Return to lodge for breakfast and check-out.

Late Morning – Afternoon: Fly back to Dar es Salaam. Drop-off at hotel or airport. End of safari.

Inclusions

  • Round-trip transport from Dar es Salaam to Mikumi airstrip
  • Flights from Mikumi to Serengeti and return to Dar es Salaam (fly-in option)
  • Park entry and conservation fees for Mikumi and Serengeti
  • Luxury lodge/tented camp accommodation (6 nights, full board)
  • Morning and afternoon game drives in Mikumi and Serengeti
  • Optional hot air balloon safari over Serengeti (extra cost)
  • Professional driver-guide and bottled water

Exclusions

  • International flights and visas
  • Travel insurance
  • Alcoholic beverages and soft drinks
  • Tips, personal expenses, souvenirs

Best Time to Book

The best time for Mikumi and Serengeti safari is the dry season (June–October) for optimal wildlife viewing, including Big Five and wildebeest migration (seasonal). The green season (November–May) offers lush landscapes and fewer tourists, though some roads may be muddy.

Why Choose This Safari?

  • Combination of southern and northern Tanzania in one luxury fly-in safari
  • Luxury lodge accommodation ensures comfort in remote locations
  • Big Five and iconic wildlife encounters, with optional migration and balloon safari
  • Ideal for families, couples, wildlife photographers, and adventure seekers
  • Expert guides provide professional insights and personalized safari experience

FAQs

How long is the flight from Mikumi to Serengeti? Approx. 1–1.5 hours depending on airstrip and weather conditions.

What wildlife will I see? Lions, leopards, elephants, cheetahs, giraffes, zebras, buffalo, wildebeest (seasonal), and diverse bird species.

Are the lodges luxurious? Yes, all lodges and camps have en-suite rooms, full board meals, and scenic surroundings.

Is this safari family-friendly? Yes, suitable for families; some optional activities (balloon safari) may have age restrictions.

What should I pack? Lightweight clothing, hat, sunscreen, binoculars, camera, insect repellent, and small backpack for game drives.

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