Mikumi National Park Full-Day Safari by Flight
- Fly from Zanzibar directly toward Mikumi National Park
- Enjoy a full-day guided safari and game drive
- Search for elephants, lions, giraffes, zebras and buffalo
- Discover Mikumi's beautiful wildlife-rich savannah
- Plenty of opportunities for wildlife photography
- Enjoy lunch during your safari day
- Travel with an experienced professional safari guide
- Return to Zanzibar the same day
- Hotel pickup and drop-off in Zanzibar
Fly from Zanzibar to Mikumi National Park for an unforgettable full-day safari. Enjoy exciting game drives in search of elephants, lions, giraffes, zebras, buffalo and other wildlife before flying back to Zanzibar the same day.
Experience the wild beauty of Tanzania on a full-day safari from Zanzibar to Mikumi National Park by flight. This carefully organized day trip is ideal for travelers who want to experience an authentic African safari without spending several days away from Zanzibar.
Your adventure begins with an early morning transfer from your Zanzibar hotel to the airport. From there, take a scenic flight to Mikumi National Park, one of Tanzania’s most accessible safari destinations.
After landing, meet your professional safari guide and begin your game drive through the park. Mikumi is famous for its open grasslands and diverse wildlife, giving you excellent opportunities to see elephants, giraffes, zebras, wildebeest, buffalo, impala, hippos and crocodiles, with lions and other predators also possible.
Your experienced guide will help you spot wildlife, explain the animals and their behavior, and take you to areas where sightings are most likely. Keep your camera ready throughout the day, as every game drive can bring a different wildlife encounter.
Enjoy a packed lunch or picnic lunch in the park, surrounded by the spectacular Tanzanian landscape, before continuing your safari.
Later in the afternoon, return to the airstrip for your flight back to Zanzibar. Upon arrival, your driver will meet you and transfer you comfortably back to your hotel.
This Mikumi National Park day safari from Zanzibar combines the excitement of a Tanzanian safari with the convenience of flying, making it an excellent choice for couples, families, friends, and first-time safari travelers
05:00–06:00 — Hotel Pickup in Zanzibar
Your Maryam Tours driver will pick you up from your hotel or accommodation in Zanzibar and transfer you to the airport.
Exact pickup time depends on your hotel location and flight schedule.
Early Morning — Flight from Zanzibar to Mikumi
Check in for your flight and enjoy a scenic journey from Zanzibar toward Mikumi National Park.
The flight significantly reduces travel time compared with traveling by road, allowing you to maximize your time on safari.
Morning — Arrival at Mikumi & Meet Your Guide
Upon arrival at the Mikumi airstrip, meet your professional safari guide and board your safari vehicle.
After a short briefing, your exciting game drive begins.
Morning to Afternoon — Full-Day Game Drive
Spend the majority of the day exploring Mikumi National Park.
Your guide will drive through different areas of the park while searching for wildlife. Depending on the season and animal movements, you may have the opportunity to see:
- Elephants
- Lions
- Giraffes
- Zebras
- Buffalo
- Wildebeest
- Impala and other antelopes
- Hippos
- Crocodiles
- Warthogs
- Baboons and other monkeys
- Numerous bird species
Wildlife sightings cannot be guaranteed because animals move freely in their natural habitat, but Mikumi offers excellent opportunities for game viewing.
Lunch — Picnic in the Park
Take a break from the game drive and enjoy your lunch in a designated area.
After lunch, continue exploring the park and searching for more wildlife.
Afternoon — Final Game Drive
Continue your safari through Mikumi's scenic plains and wildlife areas before heading toward the airstrip.
Your guide will make the most of the remaining safari time based on the flight departure schedule.
Late Afternoon — Flight Back to Zanzibar
Transfer to the airstrip and board your return flight to Zanzibar.
Relax and enjoy the views as you leave mainland Tanzania behind.
Evening — Hotel Drop-Off in Zanzibar
Upon arrival in Zanzibar, your driver will meet you at the airport and transfer you back to your hotel, bringing your full-day safari adventure to an end.
Please note: Flight and pickup times may vary according to the confirmed flight schedule, airline operations, weather, and seasonal conditions.
Pickup is available from any hotel or agreed meeting point in Kiwengwa, Zanzibar.
Please wait at your hotel’s main pickup/drop-off lobby or reception area. Our driver will come to the designated pickup point and find you there.
Please clearly provide the exact hotel name and pickup location when making your booking.
Our driver will confirm your booking details and pickup arrangements before departure.
Please be ready and waiting at least 15 minutes before the scheduled departure time.
If your hotel has a specific pickup procedure, please follow the hotel’s instructions and remain at the agreed meeting point.
Look for the Maryam Tours Zanzibar driver/vehicle and have your booking details available.
Important: To avoid delays, please make sure your pickup location is clearly stated and be ready on time.
At the end of your safari, fly back from Mikumi to Zanzibar, where your Maryam Tours driver will meet you at Zanzibar Airport and transfer you directly to your hotel or accommodation.
Drop-off is available at hotels and accommodations throughout Zanzibar. Exact arrival and drop-off time depends on the return flight schedule and operational conditions.
- Passport or valid identification
- Comfortable lightweight clothing
- Closed comfortable shoes
- Hat or cap
- Sunglasses
- Sunscreen
- Camera or smartphone
- Binoculars if available
- Light jacket for the early morning
- Cash for personal expenses and tips
- Hotel pickup and drop-off in Zanzibar
- Return flight between Zanzibar and Mikumi
- Airport/airstrip transfers
- Entrance fees to Mikumi National Park
- Professional English-speaking safari guide
- Private or shared safari vehicle, according to the selected option
- Full-day game drive
- Lunch
- Government and park fees
- Bottled drinking water during the safari
- ersonal expenses
- Tips and gratuities
- Alcoholic drinks and soft drinks unless specified
- Travel insurance
- Items not specifically mentioned under "What's Included"
- Optional activities or services
Please be ready at your hotel reception or agreed pickup point at the confirmed pickup time provided after booking. Your driver will collect you and transfer you to Zanzibar Airport for your flight to Mikumi.
Important: Please send a clear photo of your passport via WhatsApp after booking, as passport details are required for the flight arrangements.
- lease send a clear photo of each passenger’s passport via WhatsApp after booking to arrange the flight tickets.
- Pickup and return times depend on the confirmed flight schedule and may vary.
- Please provide your hotel name and location when booking so we can arrange the correct pickup time.
- The safari involves a full day of travel and game driving; comfortable clothing and shoes are recommended.
- Wildlife sightings are in their natural habitat and cannot be guaranteed.
- Children must be accompanied by an adult.
- Please inform us in advance of any dietary requirements, mobility concerns, or special requests.
- Flight schedules may change due to weather, airline operations, or other circumstances beyond our control.
- Bring sunscreen, sunglasses, a hat, a camera, and a light jacket for the morning.
- Luggage allowance is subject to the airline's baggage policy.
- Please arrive at the airport on time and follow the flight operator's check-in requirements.
Please send a clear photo of each traveler's passport to our WhatsApp after booking. Passport details are required to arrange the flight. Your exact pickup and flight times will be confirmed after booking.
Free cancellation up to 48 hours before the scheduled departure.
Cancellations made less than 48 hours before departure are non-refundable.
No-shows or late arrivals for the scheduled pickup are non-refundable.
If the safari or flight is cancelled by the operator due to weather, airline operations, park conditions, or other circumstances beyond our control, we will offer a suitable alternative or refund according to the applicable airline and service-provider policies.
Any refund is subject to airline cancellation and booking conditions where flight tickets have already been issued.
Date changes may be possible subject to availability and any applicable airline or service fees.
Important: Please make sure your passport details are correct when provided for flight booking, as incorrect or incomplete information may result in additional charges or cancellation fees.
