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“A Short Summary of iconic Mikumi National Park”
→ The park is endowed with spectacular concentration of wildlife which are rarely seen in other parks like magnificent Sable antelope, African hunting dog, blue wildebeest, Lichtenstein’s hartebeest and others. Mikumi is one of the most popular National Park in Tanzania. It is about 300km to the West of Dar es salaam along the Dar-Mbeya highway. The gentle foothills and vast miombo woodland savanna in the southern parts of the park are quite spectacular.
Location:
»» Mikumi National Park is a national park in Tanzania located near the city of Morogoro, with an area of 3,230 km²
Things To Do:
»» Mikumi National Park offers a variety of activities for visitors, including game drives, bird watching, and nature walks. It's known for its abundant wildlife, including elephants, lions, and giraffes, and is easily accessible for day trips or longer safaris. You can also experience a bush lunch in the park or take a train ride to reach it. Game Drives: **Explore the park in a 4x4 vehicle with a knowledgeable guide, spotting animals like lions, elephants, giraffes, zebras, buffaloes, and various antelopes. Bird Watching: **Mikumi boasts a diverse birdlife, making it a great destination for bird enthusiasts Nature Walks: **Guided nature walks offer a closer look at the park's ecosystem and smaller creatures.
Animals:
»» Mikumi National Park is known for its abundant wildlife, including many species typical of the African savannah. Notable animals include elephants, buffalo, zebras, wildebeest, lions, leopards, giraffes, and various antelope species like impala, greater kudu, and eland. The park also boasts a large population of hippos, often seen in and around the hippo pools.
Animals:
»» Big Cats: **Lions and leopards are common sights, and the park is known for the occasional sighting of tree-climbing lions, a behavior more frequently observed in Mikumi than in other parks like Lake Manyara. Large Mammals: **Elephants, buffalo, zebras, wildebeest, and giraffes are abundant and easily spotted, particularly on the Mkata plains. Antelope: **Various antelope species like impala, greater kudu, sable antelope, and eland are common, with the latter two often seen around the Miombo woodlands and Vuma Hills. Hippos: **Two artificial pools attract large numbers of hippos, providing excellent opportunities for viewing these animals, as well as the wildlife that gathers around the water sources.
“Excursions and activities in Mikumi National Park”
Game Drives
»» The game drives at Mikumi National Park offer the travellers an oppurtunity to explore and see the widlife in their natural habitat. With the game drive, you will also encounter pride of lions and if you are lucky you could meet them on a hunt making skills.
»» Morning, afternoon, or full-day game drives are available, offering different perspectives of the park's wildlife and landscapes
»» Night game drives are offered at select lodges and camps, providing a unique opportunity to see nocturnal animals.
Hot Air Balloon Safaris
»» For a remarkable experience, embark on a hot air balloon safari to take you high above the African savannah of Mikumi National Park. As you ascend into the sky, you’ll be greeted with breathtaking vistas and a bird’s-eye view of the park below.
»» The hot air balloon safari provides a unique perspective, letting you appreciate the vastness of Mikumi National Park from a whole new dimension. From this elevated position, you’ll witness the expansive landscapes stretching out before you, with the horizon extending as far as the eye can see.
Walking Safaris
»» This activity offers an excellent chance to explore the park’s natural beauty on foot, capturing stunning photos of landscapes, flora, and fauna under expert guidance. This experience enhances your understanding of the ecosystem and its dynamics.
»» Nature is another way of getting acquainted with your environment, with Great guide enables you to see what your surrounding is composed mainly is in terms of features ,wildlife and another environmental deatails.
The Great Migration
»» The Great Migration, a natural spectacle of millions of wildebeest and zebras, is a must-see event during certain times of the year.
»» Witnessing the herds cross the Grumeti River or other areas is a highlight of any Serengeti safari.
“What is the best month to visit the Mikumi National Park"
Mikumi National Park In from late June to October
Dry Season
During this period, the vegetation thins out, making it easier to spot wildlife, and animals congregate around water sources, particularly in September and October as water becomes scarce.
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