7 Days Group-Joining Midrange Safari to Mikumi, Udzungwa and Ruaha

Meet at the confirmed Dar es Salaam collection point and begin the road journey to Mikumi. Everyone should arrive punctually and respect the stated luggage allowance. After reaching the park, explore the Mkata Floodplain during an afternoon game drive. Group members will share viewing space while observing elephants, giraffes, zebras, buffaloes and possible predators.

Distance: Approximately 300–320 kilometres
Driving Time: Approximately 5–7 hours
Game-Drive Time: Approximately 2–4 hours
Attractions: Mkata Floodplain and plains wildlife
Location: Dar es Salaam to Mikumi National Park

Destination:

Mikumi Natinal Park

Overnight:

Tan-Swiss Lodge

  mid rage 3 star lodge

Meals & Drinks:

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

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Explore Mikumi’s floodplain, woodland and Hippo Pool area. The guide will balance interests in mammals, birds and photography while managing time for the entire group. Participants should rotate suitable viewing positions and avoid blocking windows. Possible wildlife includes elephants, giraffes, buffaloes, zebras, hippos and lions.

Distance: Varies according to the route
Activity Time: Approximately 8–10 hours
Attractions: Hippo Pool, wildlife, predators and birds
Location: Mikumi National Park

Destination:

Mikumi Natinal Park

Overnight:

Tan-Swiss Lodge

  mid rage 3 star lodge

Meals & Drinks:

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

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Travel to Udzungwa and join a local guide for the Sanje experience. The group may naturally contain different walking speeds, but nobody should continue alone. The complete trail is steep and can be slippery. Route options depend on local guides and park arrangements. Participants should communicate fitness honestly before the activity begins.

Driving Distance: Approximately 75–100 kilometres
Driving Time: Approximately 2–3 hours
Hiking Time: Approximately 4–7 hours
Attractions: Sanje Waterfalls, rainforest, primates and birds
Location: Mikumi to Udzungwa

Destination:

Udzungwa Mountains

Overnight:

Udzungwa Falls Lodge

  mid rage 3 star lodge

Meals & Drinks:

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

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Travel through Kilombero and Iringa toward Ruaha. Group members should respect agreed stop durations so one person does not delay everyone. Seating may be rotated when practical. The evening is at leisure, allowing the group to recover from the hike and long transfer before the following day’s wildlife experience.

Distance: Approximately 300–370 kilometres
Driving Time: Approximately 6–9 hours
Attractions: Southern Highlands, Iringa and rural scenery
Location: Udzungwa to Ruaha area.

Destination:

Udzungwa Mountains

Overnight:

Mdonya Old River Camp

  mid rage 3 star lodge

Meals & Drinks:

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

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Explore the Great Ruaha River, baobabs, plains and rocky landscapes. Search for elephants, giraffes, buffaloes, greater kudus, sable antelopes and predators. The guide will provide fair viewing opportunities and balance photography with interpretation. Participants should not pressure the group to follow one individual’s target species or preferred pace.

Distance: Varies according to wildlife movement
Activity Time: Approximately 8–10 hours
Attractions: Great Ruaha River, elephants, predators and baobabs
Location: Ruaha National Park

Destination:

Ruaha

Overnight:

Mdonya Old River Camp

  mid rage 3 star lodge

Meals & Drinks:

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

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Follow the confirmed group choice of morning game drive or walking safari. Splitting the group may require extra guides or transport and cannot be assumed. Continue to Isimila for an archaeological and landscape experience. Everyone should remain punctual so the site can be explored without delaying the onward program.

Distance: Approximately 160–210 kilometres
Driving Time: Approximately 3–5 hours
Activity Time: Approximately 4–6 hours combined
Attractions: Ruaha wildlife and Isimila Stone Age Site
Location: Ruaha to Iringa

Destination:

Ruaha National Park

Overnight:

Iringa Sunset Hotel

  mid rage 3 star lodge

Meals & Drinks:

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

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Leave Iringa early and travel through Kitonga Escarpment. Comfort stops and drop-off arrangements will follow the shared schedule. Numerous individual deviations may not be possible. Traffic can delay arrival, so every participant should avoid a same-evening international flight and maintain flexible onward arrangements.

Distance: Approximately 500–520 kilometres
Driving Time: Approximately 9–12 hours
Attractions: Kitonga Escarpment and highland landscapes
Location: Iringa to Dar es Salaam