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3-Days mikumi national park
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3 DAYS MIKUMI SAFARI FROM ZANZIBAR + ELECTRIC TRAIN Zanzibar to Bush in 48hrs - No Flights Needed Pick up: Zanzibar Stone Town/Beach Hotels | Drop off: Zanzibar This is the new budget option for Zanzibar clients. Ferry + Electric Train cheap + scenic. Start your trip with a ferry boat ride in Dar es Salaam then travel in comfort on the electric SGR train to Morogoro From Morogoro, continue by 4x4 safari jeep straight into Mikumi for unforgettable game drives. Spot lions, elephants, giraffe, zebra, and large herds of antelope across open plains. With less time on the road and more time in the park, this trip is perfect for families, couples, and weekend travelers looking for wildlife close to Dar. Turn your Zanzibar beach holiday into a real African safari — the easy way. Start with a scenic ferry ride across the Indian Ocean from Zanzibar to Dar es Salaam. From there, board Tanzania’s brand new Electric SGR Train for a fast, comfortable 2-hour ride through villages and countryside to Morogoro At Morogoro, meet your safari driver and transfer by private 4x4 jeep for 1.5 hours into Mikumi National Park — Tanzania’s "Little Serengeti". Mikumi is famous for open plains where wildlife is easy to spot. Expect lions, elephants, giraffes, zebras, buffalo, hippos, and plenty of birdlife. Game drives happen right from your lodge, with the Uluguru Mountains as your backdrop. This is the perfect add-on for guests in Zanzibar who want wildlife without domestic flights. Comfortable train, short road transfer, and maximum game viewing in just 3 days. Ideal for Families, couples, and budget-conscious travelers in Zanzibar looking for an affordable, comfortable, and unforgettable safari Day 1: Zanzibar to Dar to Morogoro by Train > Mikumi > Game Drive 06:00am Pick up from Stone Town Hotel. Transfer to Zanzibar Ferry Terminal. 07:00am Fast Ferry to Dar es Salaam 1hr 45min. 09:00am : Arrive at Dar Port. Transfer 5 minutes to Dar SGR Station - Kamata 9:30am ; SGR Electric Train to Morogoro 2 hours. AC, WiFi, snacks on board. Beautiful views of Pugu Hills + farms. 11:30 am ; Arrive Morogoro SGR Station. Meet driver/guide. 1.30-hour drive to Mikumi National Park, lunch at restaurant or picnic then afternoon game drive. 06:30pm Dinner + overnight. Stay at camp Bastian lodge Day 2: Full Day Mikumi Safari 06:00am Morning game drive with packed breakfast. 12:00pm Lunch + rest. Afternoon game drive to Hippo Pool. 06:00pm, Dinner + overnight at Camp Bastian Day 3: MIKUMI → DAR → ZANZIBAR 05:30am Morning Masai village Drive - 09:00am Drive 1.30 hours to Morogoro 02:00pm SGR Electric Train Morogoro → Dar es Salaam- 1.5hrs 05:00pm Ferry Dar → Zanzibar - 2 hours 07:30 pm Drop off at Zanzibar hotel Meals Breakfast, Lunch Masai village tour Mikumi > Morogoro by Road > SGR > Dar > Zanzibar. Arrive Stone Town. End of safari.
Highlights
- 1. No Flights - Save $400pp. Use ferry + SGR Electric Train
- 2. SGR Electric Train - New, clean, AC, 160km/hr. Dar to Morogoro in 1.5 hours
- 3. Mikumi "Little Serengeti"- Flat plains = easy wildlife viewing
- 4. Big 5 Possible - Lion, Elephant, Buffalo, Leopard, Rhino rare
- 5. Hippo Pools - 200+ hippos in one place
- 6. Shortest Safari from Zanzibar - Back in 3 days
- 7. Great for Families - Train is an experience itself
Included
- Zanzibar → Dar Ferry Return
- SGR Electric Train Dar ↔ Morogoro Return - 1st Class
- Transport Morogoro ↔ Mikumi in 4x4 Safari Van
- Park Fees 2 days
- 2 Nights Accommodation FB: Camp Bastian Lodge
- Game Drives, Professional Guide, Bottled Water
- All Transfers
Not included
- EXCLUDES
- Visa $50, Tips $25/day, Alcoholic Drinks
- International flights
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