Mikumi National Park Day Trip by SGR Train or Road
Overview
Take the 06:00 fast train to Morogoro, spend six hours on game drives in Mikumi, and return to Dar es Salaam by 19:00.
Highlights
Itinerary
- 05:30
Pick-up in Dar es Salaam
Transfer to the SGR main station. (Road option: 04:00 pick-up and a 4 to 5 hour drive in the 4x4.)
- 06:00
SGR fast train to Morogoro
About 1 hour 45 minutes on the standard gauge railway.
- 08:00
Meet your guide in Morogoro
About 1 hour by road to Mikumi National Park.
- 09:30 to 15:30
Game drive in Mikumi
Lions, elephants, giraffes, zebras, buffalo and wildebeest on the Mkata floodplain. Hot lunch inside the park.
Meals: Lunch - 16:30
Train back to Dar es Salaam
Transfer to Morogoro station, arrive in Dar es Salaam about 19:00 and transfer to your hotel.
What's included
- Return SGR train tickets (economy) or a private 4x4 safari vehicle
- Park entry and conservation fees
- Pop-up roof 4x4 for game viewing
- Professional English-speaking driver-guide
- Hot lunch and bottled water
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off in Dar es Salaam
Not included
- Tips
- Drinks other than water
- Souvenirs and personal expenses
- Travel insurance
Important information
- Valid ID or passport (needed for SGR trains and park entry)
- Light clothing and comfortable shoes
- Camera, sunscreen and sunglasses
- Pocket money for souvenirs
Questions about this tour
Where does the tour start?
Pick-up is from your hotel. Tell us where you are staying in the request.
Is the tour private?
Yes, Kodo day trips run with a private vehicle and guide for your group.
Can I book for tomorrow?
Often yes. Message Kodo on WhatsApp for short-notice bookings.
Why is there no price on the website?
Group size and pick-up location change the price. Send a request for a quote.
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Booking request
Mikumi National Park Day Trip by SGR Train or Road
Give us your dates and who is travelling. We confirm availability and send the full plan and quote before anything is booked.
- You send this requestTakes about two minutes.
- We check availabilityParks, lodges, vehicles and guide for your dates.
- You get your plan and quoteBy email or WhatsApp, Tanzania time UTC+3.
- You approve, then we bookNo charge before you say yes.
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