3-Day Safaris

3-Day Affordable Mikumi & Nyerere Iconic Safari

This 3-day affordable safari is designed to maximize wildlife encounters across Mikumi and Nyerere National Parks. Enjoy two full days of exciting game drives, including a visit to the beautiful Majimoto Hot Springs. The experience also features a sunrise boat safari along the Rufiji River and a cultural village visit. On the final day, drive back to Dar es Salaam to catch your flight home or continue your journey to Zanzibar for a relaxing beach getaway.

Want to Extend the Days or Request a Custom Quote

Prices vary by season. Contact us for a personalized quote based on your travel dates.

Luxury Package
Starting from around
$1000 Per Person
Standard Package
Starting from around
$952 Per Person
Budget Package
Starting from around
$900 Per Person
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Day-By-Day Itinerary

Day 1 +

Day 1: Morning Drive From Dar es Salaam to Mikumi (Full-Day Game Drive)

In the morning, depart from Dar es Salaam and drive to Mikumi National Park.

Upon arrival, meet your safari guide and begin an exciting afternoon game drive, exploring the park’s open savannahs and riverine forests, home to elephants, lions, giraffes, zebras, buffaloes, hippos, and a wide variety of bird species.

Later in the evening, return to your lodge or accommodation outside Mikumi for dinner and an overnight stay.


Accommodation Budget

Vamos Hotel Mikumi– Basic but clean hotel located about 15 km from the park entrance. Good value for budget travelers.Subject to availability; similar alternative provided.

Accommodation standard

Mikumi Safari Lodge– Comfortable mid-range lodge with cottages, restaurant, and bar. Located just 300 meters from the park gate.Subject to availability; similar alternative provided.

Accommodation Luxury

Mikumi Wildlife Lodge – Upscale 48-room lodge overlooking a natural watering hole inside the park. Features infinity pool, modern African design, and excellent wildlife viewing from the property.Subject to availability; similar alternative provided.

Day 2 +

Day 2: Drive From Mikumi to Nyerere National Park (Full-Day Game Drive)

After breakfast, drive from Mikumi National Park to Nyerere National Park.

Upon arrival, begin a full-day game drive through the park’s diverse landscapes, searching for wildlife such as elephants, lions, giraffes, buffaloes, hippos, and a wide variety of bird species.

Continue the safari until sunset, then head to your accommodation outside the park for dinner and an overnight stay


Accommodation Budget

Selous River Camp– Affordable camp on the Rufiji River offering both mudhut rooms and basic forest tents.Subject to availability; similar alternative provided.

Accommodation standard

Selous Kinga Lodge– Comfortable lodge with swimming pool, restaurant, and en-suite rooms. Subject to availability; similar alternative provided

Accommodation Luxury

Serena Mivumo River Lodge– Part of the renowned Serena chain, located at the breathtaking Stiegler's Gorge on the Rufiji River. Subject to availability; similar alternative provided.

Day 3 +

Day 3: Sunrise Boat Safari & Village Tour - Drive Back to Dar es Salaam

Begin the day with a sunrise boat safari along the Rufiji River, where you may spot hippos, crocodiles, elephants, and a variety of bird species.

After breakfast, visit a nearby village for a cultural experience and interactions with the local community.

Later, drive back to Dar es Salaam, where you can either continue to Zanzibar for a beach holiday or catch your international flight from Julius Nyerere International Airport.


Accommodation


 No Overnight

Tour ends after sunrise boat safari and village tour, then drive back to Dar es Salaam

Best Time of Year to Visit

Best Time To Visit

January to February and June to October – Different areas are best at different times
January to February: moderate prices (calving season)
June to October: higher prices (dry season, excellent wildlife viewing)

High Season

July to March (The Seronera area is crowded)
Prices are highest during these months due to high demand

Best Weather

June to October (Little to no rainfall)
Prices are higher – this is peak safari season

Safari Packages

Our History

Born from a deep Chagga tribal pride, our story is rooted in the shadows of Mount Kilimanjaro. Founder Paul Ngoty began his guiding career in 1978 and has since completed over 19,500 safaris, sharing his ancestral land with the world. His profound understanding of the terrain and wildlife, honed over 48 years, has earned him roles as an ambassador driver for Tanzania and a guide for dignitaries such as Bill Clinton's staff. Now, Paul and his daughter, Janeth, pour this passion into Simcha Safaris, ensuring every journey honors the land, the wildlife, and the generations of guides who came before.

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Extra Excursions (Safari Add-Ons)

Hot Air Balloon Safari (Serengeti) – Float silently above the plains at dawn, followed by a champagne breakfast in the bush. Available in Central & Western Serengeti.

Swahili Cooking Class (Zanzibar / Arusha) – Learn to prepare traditional dishes like pilau and chapati using local spices and fresh ingredients. A perfect cultural immersion.

Sunset Dhow Cruise (Mafia Island / Zanzibar) – Sail the Indian Ocean on a traditional wooden dhow, enjoy light snacks, and watch the sun melt into the sea.

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Safari Experiences

Tanzania offers some of the most diverse wildlife adventures on earth. From the endless golden plains of the Serengeti, where the Great Migration thunders across the land, to the ancient volcanic walls of the Ngorongoro Crater, teeming with the Big Five. Explore the elephant-rich herds of Tarangire, the boat safaris and bush walks of Nyerere National Park, or conquer the majestic heights of Mount Kilimanjaro. Whether you have just a few days or two weeks, we help you craft the perfect Tanzanian safari—wild, authentic, and unforgettable.

Important to Know

This tour is not available to solo travelers or groups larger than 14 people.

Rates are per person and exclude the international flight from/to your home country.

This tour accepts children who are 5 years and older. Children under 12 receive a discount.