Private Tour
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1 week
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The national parks and game reserves of the southern circuit are arguably the hidden treasures of Tanzania’s authentic Africa. These parks are enormous, with some of the highest concentrations of animals anywhere in Africa and a spectacular diversity of wildlife including roan antelopes, lions, sable antelopes, big herds of elephants, African wild dogs (Cape hunting dogs), and a multitude of colorful birdlife.
Public transportation options are available nearby
Specialized infant seats are available
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Mikumi bandaz inside to mikumi national park
BREAKFAST
Breakfast
LUNCH
Lunch
DINNER
Dinner
Mikumi National Park
You will be picked up from Dar es Salaam Airport or ferry and leave for Mikumi National Park, which takes approximately 5-6 hours. You will stop for lunch and then head off for a late afternoon game drive to Visada, Kisungura Circuit, Mkata Drive, and Obama Circuit. Birdlife in this woodland savannah is spectacular from both the lilac rollers, Hadeda ibises, and saddle-billed storks, which are often spotted in nearby hippo pools. Animals such as hippos can be seen for 3 hours until sunset which will be followed by dinner and an overnight stay at Mikumi Bandas.
camp bastian mikumi
BREAKFAST
Breakfast
LUNCH
Lunch
DINNER
Dinner
Mikumi National Park
After breakfast, you will start with a full-day game drive to spot animals in Mikumi National Park. One of Mikumi's features is that it's stretched across a big plain, so you have the ability to spot a lot of animals. Mikumi National Park hosts animals like lions, elephants, buffalos, impalas, zebras, and many other wild animals. You'll enjoy your lunch at the picnic campsites in Mikumi National Park. In the evening, you will go to visit Maasai village (boma) then head to the hotel for dinner and an overnight stay at Camp Bastian Mikumi.
ruaha bandaz inside to ruaha national park
BREAKFAST
Breakfast
LUNCH
Lunch
DINNER
Dinner
Ruaha National Park
You will be picked up from the hotel, have breakfast, and then depart for Ruaha National Park in approximately 5 hours. You will have lunch upon arrival. You will start with an afternoon to evening game drive. The eponymous Great Ruaha River serves as a lifeline for the park’s wildlife. Although it’s one of the largest national parks in the country and rich in wildlife, Ruaha is one of the least busy places to visit in Tanzania, so safaris here feel remote and exclusive. Your dinner and overnight stay will be in Ruaha Park Cottages.
ruaha bandaz i9n side ruaha national park
BREAKFAST
Breakfast
LUNCH
Lunch
DINNER
Dinner
Ruaha National Park
This will be a full day of safari in Ruaha National Park. Your activities will basically concentrate along the Great Ruaha River, Mwagusi Sand River, and Mdonya River. Lunch will be in the middle of nowhere followed by more drive to the homes of buffaloes, elephants, lions, leopards, antelopes, colorful birds, and plants until 6.30 pm for the beautiful sunset in the East African Great Rift Valley. You will enjoy your dinner and overnight stay at Ruaha Cottage.
Ruaha National Park
You will wake up for an early morning game drive in Ruaha until 8:30 a.m. then drive back to the camp, lodge, or cottage for breakfast. After breakfast, you will continue with the game drive until lunchtime. Then, you will drive to Mikumi town for dinner and an overnight stay at Camp Bastian Mikumi.
camp bastian mikumi
BREAKFAST
Breakfast
LUNCH
Lunch
DINNER
Dinner
Udzungwa Mountains National Park
You will leave the lodge after breakfast and then transfer to Udzungwa Mountains National Park which takes about 45 minutes. You will check in at the gate and head out to the Sanje waterfalls, which is a 3 to 4-hour trek through the green forest. You can expect to see monkeys, including rare indigenous Iringa red Colobus, and some ancient trees some of them 200 years old! You will explore tropical forests until evening then transfer to Camp Bastian Mikumi for dinner and an overnight stay.
Dar es Salaam
After breakfast, you will start a 5 - 6 hour drive to Dar es Salaam amid the now-familiar landscapes and colorful villages. You will have one stop for lunch and continue the journey to Dar es Salaam. The adventure comes to an end. Kihindo Tours & Safaris representative will assist you to the ferry, airport, or to your hotel. We look forward to receiving you soon for your next adventure. There is so much more to discover and enjoy in Tanzania!
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3 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
giorgiafY4646XQ,Dec 24, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
We booked a 4-day, 3-night safari to Mikumi National Park combined with a visit to Udzungwa Mountains National Park, and the entire experience was simply perfect from start to finish! The organisation by Pilly was outstanding – he was extremely responsive to all our questions and doubts, making the planning stress-free. The accommodations they arranged for us was amazing, and from the moment we landed until they brought us back to the airport, we felt completely taken care of. Our safari guides, Michael and Nuhu, were knowledgeable, friendly, and made every game drive truly memorable. Our taxi driver was always punctual, ensuring everything ran on schedule. The excursion to Udzungwa was a highlight – hiking to the stunning Sanja Waterfall was a wonderful experience we’ll never forget. We highly recommend this team to anyone looking for a flawless safari and national park adventure in Tanzania!




Dream721886,Jul 8, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
Still full of nostalgia thinking about my trip to Tanzania last May... A huge thank you to all the local team especially in Isaya and Kapende, for this experience of several days on absolutely magical safaris! This trip far exceeded my expectations: a rich itinerary, mixing wilderness, human encounters and moments of relaxation. We were a small group of 6 travelers, which made the experience even more convivial, with easy travel in one car, always accompanied by our two amazing coaches. The safaris were simply unforgettable: majestic lions, elephant families, giraffes, zebras, not to mention the famous "Pumba" and "Timon"... all in spectacular landscapes! They are also cultural and human moments, such as our immersion in a Maasai village in the heart of Mikumi Park. Throughout the trip, I was touched by the kindness of the people I met, the beauty of the accommodations integrated into the local culture, and the constant feeling of being surrounded and safe. We also discover the famous way of life: everything is "pole-pole" and "Hakuna Matata"!! A special mention to our guide Isaya, for his kindness, good humor and passion for animals and adventure that he shares with so much generosity. And of course to Kapende, our super driver, always smiling, experienced and complicit in our crazy laughs! You are a golden duo, and you have made our journey more beautiful! Thank you from the bottom of my heart, I leave with stars full of eyes, and unforgettable memories!!









Dido974ch,May 23, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
We had an unforgettable experience with Kihindo Safaris! A one-week safari through Mikumi and Ruaha National Parks, flawlessly organized from start to finish. Our guide, Isaya, was absolutely fantastic – knowledgeable, kind, and deeply passionate about nature and wildlife. Our driver, Kapande, was professional, experienced, and always alert, ensuring safe and smooth journeys throughout. The game drives were diverse and exciting, and the whole trip was filled with a relaxed, joyful holiday spirit. You can truly feel the attention to detail and the team’s genuine love for what they do. Highly recommended – we would go again without hesitation!




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