Mikumi National Park is abouts the northern border of Africa’s biggest game reserve – the Selous – and is transected by the surfaced road between Dar es Salaam and Iringa. It is thus the most accessible part of a 75,000 square kilometre (47,000 square mile) tract of wilderness that stretches east almost as far as the Indian Ocean.
Size: 3,230 sq km (1,250 sq miles), the fourth-largest park in Tanzania, and part of a much larger ecosystem centred on the uniquely vast Selous Game Reserve.
Location: 283 km (175 miles) west of Dar es Salaam, north of Selous, and en route to Ruaha, Udzungwa and (for the intrepid) Katavi.
Lions survey their grassy kingdom – and the zebra, wildebeest, impala and buffalo herds that migrate across it from the flattened tops of termite mounds, or sometimes, during the rains, from perches high in the trees. Giraffes forage in the isolated acacia stands that fringe the Mkata River, islets of shade favoured also by Mikumi’s elephants.
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Grilled meat, usually goat or beef, served with vegetables and rice or ugali.
A staple food made from maize flour, served with stews or vegetables.
A fragrant rice dish cooked with spices, meat, and vegetables.
This is the dry season, offering the best weather for outdoor activities and wildlife viewing. The skies are clear, and the landscapes are lush and green.
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Morogoro is generally safe for travelers, but it's important to take basic precautions to ensure a safe and enjoyable trip.
Morogoro Station
Morogoro Bus Terminal
Dala-dalas are the primary mode of public transport in Morogoro. They are minibuses that follow fixed routes and are affordable but can be crowded.
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Mikumi National Park is a stunning wildlife sanctuary offering safari experiences and a chance to see a variety of animals in their natural habitat.
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