5 Days Women-Only Luxury Road Safari to Mikumi and Udzungwa

6:30 AM–12:30 PM: Private Departure from Dar es Salaam

Your private safari guide will meet your group in Dar es Salaam and begin the journey toward Mikumi. With a private vehicle reserved exclusively for your group, you can enjoy a relaxed departure, planned comfort stops and opportunities to photograph the changing scenery.

12:30 PM–2:30 PM: Luxury Lunch and Check-In

Arrive at your luxury accommodation in the Mikumi area. After lunch, settle into your rooms and take time to refresh before heading into the national park.

3:00 PM–6:00 PM: Afternoon Game Drive

Enter Mikumi National Park for your first wildlife experience. The open landscapes offer wonderful opportunities for wildlife viewing and photography. Your guide will explain the animals and ecosystems you encounter while allowing the group to decide how much time to spend at individual sightings.

6:00 PM–7:30 PM: Lodge Relaxation

Return to your accommodation, freshen up and enjoy dinner. The evening provides a relaxed setting for your group to share photographs and stories from the first safari drive.

6:30 AM–11:30 AM: Morning Game Drive

After breakfast, embark on a full-day exploration of Mikumi. The morning is dedicated to wildlife observation and photography, with your guide adjusting the route according to the group's interests.

11:30 AM–1:30 PM: Picnic Lunch in the Wilderness

Stop at an approved picnic area for lunch. Your guide will help the group make the most of the break while respecting park safety regulations.

1:30 PM–4:30 PM: Birdwatching and Wildlife Drive

The afternoon brings a slower-paced exploration of Mikumi's habitats. In addition to larger mammals, the group can concentrate on birdwatching and smaller wildlife. Anyone interested in photography can use this period to work on landscape and wildlife images.

4:30 PM–6:00 PM: Final Safari Circuit

Complete a final loop through the park before returning toward your lodge.

Evening: Dinner and Leisure

Enjoy a comfortable evening with time to relax, discuss the day's sightings and prepare for the transition to Udzungwa.

6:30 AM–9:30 AM: Final Mikumi Game Drive

Take an early game drive for one last opportunity to observe Mikumi's wildlife. Morning light also provides attractive conditions for photography.

9:30 AM–11:00 AM: Breakfast and Departure

Return for breakfast, collect your belongings and depart toward Udzungwa.

11:00 AM–1:30 PM: Private Scenic Transfer

Travel through the countryside toward the Udzungwa Mountains. The landscape gradually changes from open safari plains to agricultural areas and mountain foothills.

1:30 PM–3:00 PM: Lunch and Check-In

Arrive at your accommodation, enjoy lunch and take a short rest.

3:00 PM–5:30 PM: Introductory Rainforest Experience

Join a gentle forest walk with your local guide. Learn about native plants, forest ecology and possible primate and bird sightings while becoming familiar with the Udzungwa environment

7:00 AM–12:00 PM: Guided Sanje Waterfalls Adventure

After breakfast, begin the guided hike toward Sanje Waterfalls. Your local guide will introduce the group to the forest's plants, birds, insects and primates while maintaining a comfortable pace.

12:00 PM–1:30 PM: Picnic and Forest Rest

Enjoy a prepared picnic in an appropriate area before continuing your nature experience.

1:30 PM–3:30 PM: Return Through the Rainforest

Descend through the forest while continuing to look for birds and primates. The return journey offers different perspectives of the surrounding vegetation and mountain scenery.

3:30 PM–5:30 PM: Mang'ula Cultural Experience

Later, enjoy a cultural activity around Mang'ula where available and appropriate. This provides an opportunity to learn about local livelihoods, traditions and community life.

Evening: Luxury Lodge Dinner

Return to your accommodation for a relaxed evening and dinner.

7:00 AM–9:30 AM: Gentle Forest Morning

Enjoy a final nature experience focused on birdwatching, forest scenery and relaxed photography.

9:30 AM–11:00 AM: Breakfast and Check-Out

Return to the lodge for breakfast, packing and check-out.

11:00 AM–6:30 PM: Private Drive to Dar es Salaam

Begin the return journey in your private safari vehicle. A roadside market stop can be included where suitable, allowing your group to browse local produce, crafts and everyday goods.

Evening: Arrival in Dar es Salaam

Arrive in Dar es Salaam and conclude your women-only luxury Southern Circuit safari.