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2-Day Mikumi Safari from Dar es Salaam by SGR Train

Overview

This 2-day safari uses the Tanzania Standard Gauge Railway (SGR) to reach Mikumi National Park from Dar es Salaam without a long road transfer — the train covers the distance to Morogoro in approximately 2.5 hours, and the park is a further short drive. An overnight stay adds a morning game drive on Day 2, giving two separate sessions in the park and the chance to observe wildlife at different times of day. The return to Dar es Salaam is by afternoon SGR train on Day 2.

For the day-trip version without overnight accommodation, see our 1-day Mikumi SGR safari. For three days including a walking safari and Maasai village visit, see our 3-day Mikumi SGR safari.

Tour Highlights

  • SGR train from Dar es Salaam to Morogoro — 2.5 hours on East Africa's newest railway
  • Full-day game drive on Day 1 through Mikumi's open savannah plains
  • Overnight lodge accommodation near Mikumi National Park
  • Early morning game drive on Day 2 when wildlife is most active
  • Afternoon game drive on Day 2 before the return SGR train to Dar es Salaam
  • Elephants, giraffes, lions, zebras, buffalo, wildebeest, and hippos throughout

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Group price (per person)

$1,370 per person when 1 person travels alone

$686 per person when 2 people travel together

$556 per person when 3 people travel together

$491 per person when 4 people travel together

$452 per person when 5 people travel together

$426 per person when 6 people travel together


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Day-by-day itinerary

Day 1

Dar es Salaam to Mikumi National Park

Early morning hotel pick-up at approximately 4:30 AM for transfer to the SGR station in Dar es Salaam, in time for the 6:00 AM train to Morogoro (approximately 2.5 hours). Your guide meets you at Morogoro station and drives to Mikumi National Park. A morning game drive through the park offers the chance to spot several members of the Big Five alongside giraffes, zebras, wildebeest, and a wide variety of birdlife. After a picnic lunch, the afternoon game drive continues until evening. The day concludes with accommodation check-in and dinner.

Distance: Approximately 2.5 hours by SGR to Morogoro; 2 hours drive to Mikumi

Activity: Full-day game drives in Mikumi National Park with picnic lunch

Accommodation: Lodge or camp near Mikumi National Park

Meals: Lunch and Dinner

Day 2

Mikumi Game Drives — Return to Dar es Salaam by SGR

After an early breakfast, a morning game drive in Mikumi National Park gives the best opportunity to observe predators and the park's elephant herds in the early light. After lunch surrounded by the Mikumi plains, an afternoon game drive continues before departing for Morogoro station in time for the 4:30 PM SGR train to Dar es Salaam. Your driver meets you on arrival and transfers you back to your hotel.

Distance: Approximately 2 hours from Mikumi to Morogoro; 2.5 hours by SGR to Dar es Salaam

Activity: Morning and afternoon game drives; SGR return to Dar es Salaam

Accommodation: N/A – return to Dar es Salaam

Meals: Breakfast and Lunch

Extend your trip

Add a third day with a walking safari and Maasai village visit — see our 3-day Mikumi SGR safari. For the quickest Mikumi experience, the 1-day Mikumi SGR day trip returns the same evening.

What's included

  • Park fees for non-residents
  • All game drive activities as specified
  • Lodge accommodation near Mikumi National Park (Full Board)
  • Professional driver-guide
  • All transportation within the safari
  • All government taxes and VAT
  • Return SGR train tickets (Dar es Salaam to Morogoro and return)
  • Return airport or hotel transfer in Dar es Salaam
  • Meals as specified in the day-by-day itinerary
  • Drinks as specified

Not included

  • International flights
  • Tanzania visa fees
  • Travel insurance
  • Tips and gratuities for guide and lodge staff
  • Personal expenses and souvenirs
  • Alcoholic beverages and soft drinks (unless specified)
  • Meals not specified as included

Frequently asked questions

Why travel by SGR rather than road?

The SGR train covers Dar es Salaam to Morogoro in approximately 2.5 hours — similar to or faster than road, more comfortable, and a notable experience in its own right as one of East Africa's newest rail services. It also means no lengthy road transfers at the beginning and end of the safari.

What wildlife can I see in Mikumi?

Mikumi's open plains regularly support elephants, giraffes, zebras, wildebeest, buffalo, lions, and hippos in the Mkata River pools. The park is often described as the "Serengeti of the south" for its landscape character, and wildlife viewing can be excellent year-round.

What does the price include?

Park fees for non-residents, all game drive activities, lodge accommodation, a professional driver-guide, all transportation, government taxes, return SGR train tickets, return airport or hotel transfer, and meals as specified.

Is this suitable for families with children?

Yes. Game drives are family-friendly at all ages. Please discuss your family composition at booking.

How does this 2-day version differ from the day trip?

The overnight stay adds a morning game drive on Day 2 — wildlife is most active in the early morning hours, and this is when predators are most reliably encountered. Two full game drive sessions also give more sustained time in the park.

Can the itinerary be extended?

Yes. The 3-day version adds a guided walking safari and a Maasai village visit. Contact us to discuss options.

Do I need a visa for Tanzania?

Most nationalities require a tourist visa, available as an e-visa in advance or on arrival at Dar es Salaam International Airport. Yellow fever documentation may be required. Consult a travel health clinic in advance.

What time does the safari start?

Hotel pick-up is typically at approximately 4:30 AM to reach the SGR station in time for the 6:00 AM train. The exact times depend on the current SGR schedule, which your guide will confirm at booking.

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