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Mikumi National Park
Mikumi National Park Overview
Located near the bustling city of Morogoro, Mikumi National Park is celebrated for its diverse wildlife and stunning landscapes, with its unique mountain formations serving as key attractions. From elephants and buffaloes to zebras and wildebeests, the park offers an unforgettable safari experience. The nearby Uluguru Mountains, along with other surrounding peaks like the Udzungwa and Malundwe Mountains, provide breathtaking vistas and opportunities for hiking enthusiasts and nature lovers alike.
Best Mikumi National Park Packages
2 Days Safari
Mikumi National Park
3 Days/2 Night Safari
Mikumi National Park
4 Days Safari
Mikumi & Udzungwa Mountain Park
Attractions in Mikumi National Park
Wildlife
Nicknamed as little Serengeti national park is Mikumi national park, its rich with a wide range of wildlife. The park hosts large number of the big game that covers four members of African bi five only missing Rhinos. Mikumi is a home of large herds of Elephants, Buffaloes, Zebras, wildebeest, hyenas, Leopards, Lions, Sable Antelopes, Great Kudu, and many more. The chances of seeing tree climbing lions in Mikumi national park are higher than in the famous tree climbing lions home that is Lake Manyara national park.
Birds Species
Birds is one of the key Attractions in Mikumi national park, the park has over 400 bird species with both permanent habitats and migratory birds. This large number of birds has made the park one of the birding destinations in the Southern part of Tanzania. The long lists of birds can be achieved with patient Mikumi national park safaris that last beyond 3 days. However much the size of the park is not all that very big but the diversity of the ecosystem and the vegetation has attracted different bird species. The most sighted birds are: Black billied bustard, Secretary bird, Guinea fowl, Ox peckers, Bateleur eagles, cattle egret.
Mountains
Nestled amidst mountains, Mikumi National Park boasts stunning scenic views, drawing visitors including writers, photographers, and researchers. The Uluguru Mountains, a highlight of the park, are a popular choice for hiking enthusiasts. Other notable peaks such as the Udzungwa and Malundwe Mountains offer captivating landscapes and opportunities for exploration. Malundwe Mountains, the largest and highest in the region, comprise three peaks, with the southern peak reaching up to 1290 meters. These mountains serve as key attractions, enhancing the allure of Mikumi National Park for nature lovers and adventurers alike.