7 Days Luxury Holiday Safari Across Mikumi, Ruaha and Iringa Tanzania

Depart Dar es Salaam by road and travel towards Mikumi National Park through rural Tanzania. The journey offers changing scenery, including countryside, villages and open landscapes along the route. After arriving in the Mikumi area, check in and take some time to rest before heading out for an afternoon game drive, if arrival time and park conditions allow. Explore Mikumi’s open plains and woodland habitats while looking for elephants, giraffes, zebras and antelopes. Your guide will introduce the park’s wildlife and explain the environment as you travel. Return to the accommodation for dinner and an evening at leisure.

Time: Morning departure; afternoon game drive, subject to arrival time.
Main activities: Road transfer, afternoon game drive, wildlife observation and scenic viewing.
Distance: Dar es Salaam to Mikumi by road; exact distance depends on the route and accommodation.
Attractions: Mikumi National Park, open plains, woodland and surrounding countryside.

Destination:

Mikumi Natinal Park

Overnight:

Wellworth Mikumi Wildlife Lodge

  luxury 4 star lodge

Meals & Drinks:

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

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Enjoy a full day of guided game drives in Mikumi National Park. Explore the park’s grasslands and woodland in search of elephants, giraffes, zebras, buffaloes, antelopes and predators that may be encountered along the route. Your guide will help you understand the wildlife and identify interesting animal behaviour. Pause for a picnic lunch at a designated site, allowing time to relax in the natural setting. Birdwatching and photography add variety to the day, depending on conditions and wildlife activity. Continue the afternoon drive before returning to your accommodation for dinner and rest.

Time: Full day, morning to late afternoon.
Main activities: Full-day game drive, birdwatching, wildlife photography and picnic lunch.
Distance: Varies according to the selected game-drive route.
Attractions: Mikumi National Park, Mkata Floodplain, grasslands, woodland and wildlife habitats.

Destination:

Mikumi Natinal Park

Overnight:

Wellworth Mikumi Wildlife Lodge

  luxury 4 star lodge

Meals & Drinks:

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

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After breakfast, leave Mikumi and travel by road towards Ruaha National Park via Iringa. The route passes through the scenic Southern Highlands, with views of countryside and rural settlements along the way. Take suitable rest stops as needed, depending on road conditions and the day’s schedule. On arrival in Ruaha, complete park entry formalities and settle into your accommodation. If time allows, enjoy an evening game drive to begin exploring the park’s distinctive scenery and wildlife. The change of environment brings a new experience to the holiday, with baobab trees and riverine habitats defining the landscape.

Time: Morning departure; afternoon or evening arrival.
Main activities: Road transfer, scenic viewing, park entry and optional evening game drive.
Distance: Mikumi to Ruaha via Iringa; exact distance depends on the entry gate and accommodation.
Attractions: Iringa highlands, Ruaha National Park, baobab landscapes and riverine habitats.

Destination:

Ruaha National Park

Overnight:

Kigelia Ruaha

  luxury 4 star lodge

Meals & Drinks:

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

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Spend the day exploring Ruaha National Park on a full-day guided game drive. Travel through woodland, open plains and areas near the Great Ruaha River, observing wildlife and the park’s distinctive landscapes. Elephants, buffaloes, giraffes, antelopes and predators may be encountered, depending on seasonal conditions and animal movements. Your guide will explain how the different habitats support wildlife and influence their behaviour. Enjoy a picnic lunch at an approved location before continuing the afternoon drive. Return to your accommodation after a full day of wildlife discovery.

Time: Full day, morning to late afternoon.
Main activities: Guided game drive, wildlife viewing, landscape photography, birdwatching and picnic lunch.
Distance: Varies according to the game-drive route.
Attractions: Ruaha National Park, Great Ruaha River, baobab trees, woodland and open plains.

Destination:

Ruaha National Park

Overnight:

Kigelia Ruaha

  luxury 4 star lodge

Meals & Drinks:

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

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Subject to availability and park regulations, take part in a guided walking safari in an authorised area of Ruaha. Discover animal tracks, plants, insects and bird calls while exploring the natural environment on foot with an approved guide. The walk follows designated safety procedures, with the route and pace determined by the guide. Return to your accommodation for a break before setting out on an afternoon game drive. Explore additional habitats and look for wildlife while enjoying the changing light across the park. An optional sundowner may be arranged at a permitted location if available.

Time: Morning walking safari; afternoon game drive.
Main activities: Guided walking safari, nature observation, afternoon game drive and optional sundowner.
Distance: Depends on the authorised walking route and game-drive plan.
Attractions: Ruaha National Park, natural trails, woodland, riverine habitats and baobab scenery.

Destination:

Ruaha National Park

Overnight:

Kigelia Ruaha

  luxury 4 star lodge

Meals & Drinks:

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

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Begin with an early morning game drive in Ruaha, taking advantage of the cooler hours to observe wildlife along the permitted routes. After breakfast, depart for Iringa through the Southern Highlands. Enjoy the scenery and make suitable rest stops during the road journey. Depending on the schedule and opening arrangements, visit either Isimila Stone Age Site or Kalenga Museum to learn about the region’s archaeological or cultural heritage. Continue to your accommodation in Iringa and enjoy a restful evening before the final day of travel.

Time: Early morning game drive; road transfer and optional afternoon visit.
Main activities: Sunrise game drive, road transfer, historical or cultural sightseeing.
Distance: Ruaha to Iringa; exact distance depends on the accommodation and route.
Attractions: Ruaha National Park, Iringa, Isimila Stone Age Site or Kalenga Museum.

Destination:

Iringa Attractions

Overnight:

Hans Poppe Hotel

  luxury 5 star lodge

Meals & Drinks:

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

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After breakfast, travel from Iringa to Dar es Salaam via the Kitonga route. The road passes through highland scenery, rural settlements and countryside, offering a final look at the landscapes of southern Tanzania. Suitable rest and refreshment stops will be made according to road conditions and the schedule. As this is a long transfer day, most of the time will be spent travelling. Arrival in Dar es Salaam will depend on traffic, weather and stop duration. The holiday safari concludes at the agreed drop-off point.

Time: Full-day road transfer.
Main activities: Road journey, scenic viewing and rest stops.
Distance: Iringa to Dar es Salaam via Kitonga; exact distance depends on route and drop-off point.
Attractions: Southern Highlands, Kitonga route, countryside and rural settlements.