All Dar es Salaam Tours & Excursions in 2026 - page 9

This tour combines Zanzibar’s top highlights in one unforgettable experience, including Salaam Cave (sea turtles), Jozani Forest, and The Rock Restaurant. With hotel pickup, a professional guide, and a well-organized itinerary, travelers enjoy a smooth, comfortable, and unique adventure in one day.

Nyerere National Park is the largest National Park in Tanzania covers a total area of 30,200 km2 , located in the south of Tanzania. Formerly name of Selous GR, was named after Englishman Sir Frederick Selous, a famous big game hunter and early conservationist, who died at Behobeho in his territory in 1917 while fighting against the Germans during First World War.  The Selous Game Reserve was designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1982 due to the diversity of its wildlife and undisturbed nature. In 2019 President of Tanzania decided to change it to National Park and become a largest National Park in Tanzania. Mikumi NP was established in1964 covering an area of 1070 square kilometers; it was later extended in 1975 to cover the current area of 3,230 square kilometers. Mikumi National Park is located to the North of the famous Selous Game Reserve. The park is the fifth largest National Park in Tanzania and the most accessible from Dar es Salaam throughout the year

Begin your adventure with an early morning departure from Dar es Salaam Railway Station. Board the SGR train and enjoy a scenic journey to Mikumi Station, taking in the beautiful landscapes along the way. Upon arrival, meet your driver-guide and hop into a 4WD pop-up roof Land Cruiser for your safari experience. Begin your half-day game drive in Mikumi National Park, exploring the miombo woodland savannas and open grasslands. Spot a wide variety of wildlife, including lions (often seen climbing trees in Mikumi), eland, zebra, giraffe, and wildebeest. With over 400 bird species, Mikumi is a paradise for bird watchers. Stop at a scenic picnic site for lunch, either packed or at a local lodge, based on your package. End the game drive around 3:00 PM and transfer to Mikumi train station for your return SGR train to Dar es Salaam. Arrive in the evening, concluding your unforgettable day trip.

Big Game Without Big Crowds Unlike the more crowded parks in northern Tanzania, Selous (Nyerere National Park) offers a more authentic and peaceful safari, with higher chances of spotting wildlife in their natural behavior—no rush, no traffic jams of safari vehicles. Rufiji River Boat Safari Where else can you glide past hippos, crocodiles, and elephants drinking by the river—all on your first afternoon? The boat safari is a highlight that many travelers never get to experience in other parks. Expert-Led Game Drives Your guides from Kihindo Tours and Safaris are not just drivers—they are passionate local experts who know the land and its wildlife intimately, ensuring a deeper, richer safari experience. All-Inclusive Comfort From comfortable lodge accommodations to hearty meals and cold drinks, everything is arranged. All you have to do is relax and enjoy the adventure.

Spend One night and Two days visiting Mikumi National Park with this private safari tour from Dar es Salaam. This tour departs and returns to Dar es Salaam, Mikumi National Park Road Safari is a short tour from Dar es Salaam-Tanzania, which takes you to visit one of the spectacular southern circuit National parks of Tanzania. A well-surfaced road connects Mikumi to Dar es Salaam via Morogoro, a roughly 7-hour drive. You'll learn about local people, Masai Village and history on multiple game drives at different times of day to maximize your likelihood of spotting animal, with game drives The park is well-known for its population of elephants, giraffes buffaloes, zebras, elands, greater Kudu, wildebeest, Meals and accommodation will also be provided.

Mikumi National Park is the closest place to Dar es Salaam where you can spot Africa’s Big Five, but it’s still a six-hour drive each way. This extended day tour is ideal for time-crunched travelers, allowing you to take in all the highlights without staying overnight. On arrival, enjoy lunch and a guided game drive, with the chance to spot lions, elephants, buffalos, hippos, and many more animals.

• Private, small-group experience ensures personalized attention and a relaxed vibe. • Hotel pick-up and drop-off included for hassle-free convenience anywhere in Zanzibar. • Expert local guides share insider knowledge about marine life and island ecology. • Dolphin sightings almost guaranteed thanks to our boat route and timing. • Top-quality snorkeling gear provided for a safe and comfortable underwater adventure. • Flexible tour duration tailored to your group’s pace and preferences. • Perfect for families, couples, and friends looking to explore Zanzibar’s natural beauty together.

Mikumi is Tanzania’s fourth-largest national park. It’s also the most accessible from Dar es Salaam. With almost guaranteed wildlife sightings, it makes an ideal safari destination for those without much time. Since the completion of the paved road connecting the park gate with Dar es Salaam, Mikumi National Park has been slated to become a hotspot for tourism in Tanzania. Located between the Uluguru Mountains and the Lumango range, Mikumi is the fourth largest national park in Tanzania and only a few hours’ drive from Tanzania’s largest city. The park has a wide variety of wildlife that can be easy spotted and also well acclimatized to game viewing. Its proximity to Dar es Salaam and the amount of wildlife that live within its borders makes Mikumi National Park a popular option for weekend visitors from the city, or for business visitors who don’t have to spend a long time on an extended safari itinerary.

This half-day tour is designed to provide visitors insight into the real life of locals from different socio-economic backgrounds in Dar es Salaam. This includes a visit to many local businesses and workers around Dar es Salaam. The tour will travel by bajaj or bicycles, which will be provided as part of the tour.