Travel overland on a 3-day midrange drive-in drive-out safari from Dar through Mikumi and Udzungwa, featuring wildlife, waterfalls and culture.
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Explore Tanzania’s Southern Circuit entirely by road on this 3-Day Midrange Drive-In Drive-Out Safari Package in Tanzania. The overland itinerary starts in Dar es Salaam, continues to Mikumi for an afternoon wildlife drive and then reaches Udzungwa for the Sanje Waterfalls hike and a Mang’ula village experience. Travelling by road removes the need for domestic flights and allows you to observe changing landscapes between the coast, savannah and Eastern Arc Mountains. The package includes coordinated drive-in and drive-out transfers, guided activities and midrange overnight stays.
Drive-In to Mikumi
Depart Dar es Salaam early and follow the main inland route through Morogoro. Stop at suitable facilities along the road before reaching Mikumi National Park.
Enter the park for an afternoon game drive across the Mkata Floodplain. Possible sightings include elephants, giraffes, buffaloes, zebras, wildebeest and lions.
Route: Dar es Salaam to Morogoro to Mikumi.
Distance: Approximately 300 kilometres.
Drive-in time: Approximately 5–7 hours.
Game drive: Approximately 3–4 hours.
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Road Transfer and Sanje Hike
Continue overland through the Kilombero Valley to Mang’ula. On arrival, meet the Udzungwa guide and begin hiking towards Sanje Waterfalls.
The route passes through forest inhabited by endemic primates and numerous bird species. Enjoy waterfall and valley views before returning to your midrange accommodation.
Route: Mikumi to Kilombero Valley to Mang’ula.
Distance: Approximately 65–90 kilometres.
Transfer time: Approximately 1.5–2.5 hours.
Hiking time: Approximately 4–6 hours.
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Village Activity and Drive-Out
Take part in a cycling tour or cultural walk around Mang’ula before starting the drive-out journey. The activity provides an introduction to farming and community life near Udzungwa.
Travel through Morogoro and continue to Dar es Salaam, where the road safari concludes at your agreed drop-off point.
Route: Mang’ula to Morogoro to Dar es Salaam.
Distance: Approximately 350–380 kilometres.
Village activity: Approximately 1.5–3 hours.
Drive-out time: Approximately 6–8 hours.
We offer two pricing options:
The cost is shared within your private group. More people means a lower price per person.
Join others on a fixed-date tour at a set per-person rate—ideal for solo travelers or small groups.
| No of pax | Adult Price | Child Price |
|---|---|---|
| 1 Pax | From $1,035 pp | From $776 pp |
| 2 Pax | From $660 pp | From $495 pp |
| 3 Pax | From $535 pp | From $401 pp |
| 4 Pax | From $473 pp | From $354 pp |
| 5 Pax | From $435 pp | From $326 pp |
| 6 Pax | From $410 pp | From $308 pp |
| 7+ Pax | From $392 pp | From $294 pp |
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Travel overland on a 3-day midrange drive-in drive-out safari from Dar through Mikumi and Udzungwa, featuring wildlife, waterfalls and culture.
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