Mikumi is among the largest National parks in Tanzania. Additionally, Dar es Salaam has the easiest access to it. It is the perfect safari destination for individuals who don’t have a lot of time because wildlife encounters are almost guaranteed. Mikumi National Park had been anticipated to become a major tourist destination in Tanzania with the completion of the paved road connecting the park gate with Dar es Salaam.

The fourth-biggest national park in Tanzania, Mikumi, is only a few hours’ drive from the country’s main metropolis and is situated between the Uluguru Mountains and the Lumango range.

The park is home to a large diversity of species that is both easily spotted and used to game viewing. Mikumi National Park is a well-liked destination for weekend visitors from the city or for business travelers who don’t have a lot of time to spend on an extensive safari itinerary because of its proximity to Dar es Salaam and the abundance of wildlife that lives inside its limits.

The ‘Big Five’—the cheetah, lion, elephant, buffalo, and rhino—are the main draws for visitors to Mikumi National Park, and they almost never leave disappointed. The mud-loving animals can be viewed up close in hippo pools, and bird-watching along the canals is also rewarding. Together, the Selous Game Reserve, Udzungwa National Park, and Mikumi National Park provide a diverse and enjoyable safari circuit.

The approaching dawn is obscured by swirls of thick mist. The first rays of sunlight cast a reddish glow over the puffy grasses that are rippling across the plain. At this hour when predators are most active, a herd of zebras strikes a ballerina-like position with their heads in line and stripes flowing together.