A Six-Day Tanzania Expedition
Experience:
Explore the heart of Tanzania’s Mikumi and Udzungwa parks. This six-day package delivers a perfect mix of thrilling game drives, breathtaking mountain hikes (including waterfalls), and authentic local culture, ensuring a truly memorable experience amidst natural wonders.
Arrive at the airport and receive a private transfer to your hotel. Settle in and receive a briefing about the next day’s journey to Mikumi National Park.
Fuel up with an early breakfast for the 4-5 hour drive deep into the Tanzanian wilderness, heading for Mikumi National Park. Upon reaching
A satisfying lunch will be served. Relax, or jump straight into the adventure with an optional game drive to spot your first animals. Dinner and an evening of relaxation under the stars await.”
Following an early breakfast, we strike out for an all-day safari through Mikumi’s prime territory. The destination is the famous Mkata floodplain, where the action happens. Get your cameras ready to capture sightings of lions on the hunt, vast herds of elephants, and the classic silhouettes of zebras and giraffes. We’ll refuel with a wilderness picnic lunch before returning to Vuma Hills for a hearty dinner and overnight stay.”
“We begin with a crisp morning game drive in Mikumi before breakfast. The adventure then shifts gears with a short 2-3 hour drive to the biodiversity hotspot of Udzungwa Mountains National Park. Settle into Udzungwa Forest Camp (Hondo Hondo) for lunch. The afternoon features a guided ascent to the stunning Sanje Waterfalls, offering unparalleled vistas of the surrounding Eastern Arc Mountains and lush forests. We return to camp for dinner and an evening at leisure.”
Fuel up for an all-day guided trek into the heart of the Udzungwa Mountains. We’ll navigate the dense, ancient Magombera forest, seeking out incredible wildlife spotting opportunities. This is the home of rare primates like the Iringa red colobus and the Sanje mangabey. A trailside picnic lunch keeps us energized before we head back to camp to relax with dinner and an overnight stay.”
Savor one last early breakfast at the camp, perhaps engaging in a final optional activity—a brief hike through the morning mist or a heartwarming visit to a nearby village—before bidding the mountains farewell. We then embark on the scenic 6-hour journey back to Dar es Salaam, enjoying a packed lunch en route. You will be transferred directly to the airport for your onward flight, or to your hotel to continue your Tanzanian adventure.”