The experience
A journey to remember.
Discover two of Tanzania's remarkable national parks on a five-day journey combining beautiful landscapes, thrilling wildlife encounters and peaceful moments in nature.
- Duration
- 5 days · 4 nights
- Destination
- Ruaha National Park
- Starting point
- Dar es Salaam SGR Station
- Places covered
- Dar es Salaam
- Morogoro
- Mikumi National Park
- Ruaha National Park
- Great Ruaha River
Destinations on this journey
Price available on request. The quotation depends on your travel dates, number of travellers, accommodation, transport and applicable fees.
Moments to look forward to
Journey highlights
- Experience Tanzania's SGR train from Dar es Salaam to Morogoro.
- Discover Mikumi's wildlife-rich Mkata plains.
- Enjoy peaceful mornings, scenic game drives and relaxed lodge afternoons.
- Explore Ruaha's baobab landscapes, elephant herds and Great Ruaha River.
- Enjoy an intimate safari experience away from the busier northern circuit.
- Return comfortably to Dar es Salaam by air.
About this journey
Discover two of Tanzania's remarkable national parks on a five-day journey combining beautiful landscapes, thrilling wildlife encounters and peaceful moments in nature. Your adventure begins with a comfortable SGR train journey from Dar es Salaam to Morogoro, followed by a scenic drive to Mikumi National Park. Explore its open savannahs, where giraffes, zebras, elephants and lions roam across the plains. After two nights in Mikumi, take a scenic bush flight to Ruaha National Park, a quieter wilderness known for its dramatic baobab landscapes, large elephant herds and exceptional predator sightings. Enjoy relaxed game drives, beautiful safari lodges, unforgettable sunsets and time to unwind before flying back to Dar es Salaam.
One day at a time
Your journey unfolds.
Day 1Dar es Salaam - Morogoro - Mikumi National Park
Places visited: Dar es Salaam - Morogoro - Mikumi National Park
Begin with a comfortable morning SGR train journey to Morogoro, enjoying countryside views along the way. Meet your safari guide for a scenic drive to Mikumi, arriving for lunch and relaxation at your lodge. Later, enjoy your first afternoon game drive across the Mkata plains, searching for giraffes, zebras, elephants and lions before returning for dinner.
- Stay
- Camp Bastian Mikumi
- Meals
- Lunch and dinner
Day 2Mikumi - Wildlife Encounters & Relaxation
Places visited: Mikumi - Wildlife Encounters & Relaxation
Wake up to the sounds of nature and set out for a morning game drive when wildlife is most active. Explore the plains, waterholes and woodland in search of elephants, buffaloes, lions and other animals. Return to your lodge for lunch and a restful afternoon by the pool or on your private veranda. Later, enjoy a gentle late-afternoon safari before dinner under the African sky.
- Stay
- Camp Bastian Mikumi
- Meals
- Breakfast, lunch and dinner
Day 3Mikumi - Flight to Ruaha National Park
Places visited: Mikumi - Flight to Ruaha National Park
Enjoy breakfast and a peaceful morning before transferring to Mikumi Airstrip for your bush flight to Ruaha. On arrival, meet your safari guide and continue to your riverside lodge, with wildlife and river view. Settle in, enjoy lunch and unwind before an afternoon game drive through Ruaha's striking baobab landscapes.
- Stay
- Ruaha River Lodge
- Meals
- Breakfast,lunch and dinner
Day 4Ruaha - the Heart of the Wilderness
Places visited: Ruaha - the Heart of the Wilderness
Set off on a morning game drive through Ruaha's beautiful wilderness, searching for lions, leopards, elephants, giraffes and other wildlife along the Great Ruaha River. Enjoy a scenic bush breakfast or return to the lodge for a leisurely meal. Spend the afternoon relaxing and watching the river before an optional late-afternoon drive. End the day with a beautiful safari sunset.
- Stay
- Ruaha River Lodge
- Meals
- Breakfast, lunch and dinner
Day 5Fly Back to Dar es Salaam
Places visited: Fly Back to Dar es Salaam
Begin your final day with an exciting early morning game drive through Ruaha National Park, enjoying the peaceful wilderness and searching for wildlife. Return to your lodge for a delicious breakfast and some time to relax before enjoying an early lunch, Later, transfer to the airstrip for your scenic flight back to Dar es Salaam
- Meals
- Breakfast and lunch.
Rest between adventures
Accommodation plan
Your written proposal confirms the final properties, room categories and meal arrangements for your travel dates. Named properties are planned stays, subject to availability.
- Nights 1 to 2
- Nights 3 to 4
ComfortOutside Mikumi National Park
Camp Bastian Mikumi
A planned overnight stop in Outside Mikumi National Park for your journey. Your personal quotation confirms availability, the room category, meal arrangements and any suitable alternative before booking.
- Garden setting
- Swimming pool
- Cottage accommodation
A closer look
Photographs of Camp Bastian Mikumi
ComfortRuaha National Park
Ruaha River Lodge
A planned overnight stop in Ruaha National Park for your journey. Your personal quotation confirms availability, the room category, meal arrangements and any suitable alternative before booking.
A closer look
Photographs of Ruaha River Lodge
Included in your journey
- The programme describes the planned experience. Your written quotation itemises the accommodation
- meals
- transport
- guide services
- activities and applicable fees included for your dates.
Plan for separately
- Services and personal expenses not expressly included in your accepted written quotation.
Find your fit
Who this journey suits
Travellers interested in Dar es Salaam, Morogoro, Mikumi National Park. Share the needs and interests of your party when requesting a proposal.
Fitness, age and accessibility
Discuss fitness, mobility, dietary requirements and the needs of your travel party before booking.
Before you travel
A little preparation
Availability
By arrangement for your preferred dates. Transport, activities and named accommodation are subject to confirmation. Transport: SGR train to Morogoro, approximately two hours by road to Mikumi, bush flight to Ruaha and return flight to Dar es Salaam. Flight timings: Flights actual timings and routing must be reconfirmed. Experience: A private safari can be arranged at an unhurried pace, with optional activities subject to availability and park regulations. Accommodation: Four nights in just two comfortable safari properties.
What to pack
- Comfortable clothing and suitable footwear
- Sun protection and a hat
- Identification and travel documents
- Camera and personal essentials
Travel requirements
Check current passport, visa and applicable inbound-insurance requirements for your route. Confirm baggage allowances, connections and any activity-specific preparation with the team.
Booking with confidence
Payment and cancellation
We will share payment and cancellation terms in your written quote before payment.
A little clarity before you go
Your journey questions
How is the price calculated?
Request a personal quotation for your travel dates and party size. Your written quote confirms the price, accommodation and included services before booking.
Can I personalise this itinerary?
Send our team your dates, interests and preferred pace. We will discuss possible changes and confirm the arrangements in a written proposal.
