Located in southern Tanzania, Mikumi National Park is often called the “Little Serengeti” — a hidden gem that offers spectacular wildlife encounters without the heavy crowds. Covering more than 3,200 square kilometers, Mikumi is the fourth-largest national park in Tanzania and part of the vast Selous (Nyerere) ecosystem, one of the richest wildlife regions in Africa.
Its open savannahs, scenic mountain backdrops, and abundant game make Mikumi the perfect introduction to Tanzania’s wild south — easily accessible and rewarding all year round.
Wildlife and Landscape
Mikumi’s wide Mkata Floodplain is reminiscent of the Serengeti, where herds of elephants, buffaloes, zebras, giraffes, wildebeests, and elands graze under the African sun. Lions are often spotted lounging under acacia trees or surveying the plains from termite mounds, while leopards, spotted hyenas, and African wild dogs roam the area.
The park also shelters over 400 bird species, including lilac-breasted rollers, bateleur eagles, and yellow-throated longclaws. Hippos and crocodiles thrive in the park’s pools and rivers, providing great photo opportunities.
Mikumi’s landscapes range from golden savannahs and baobab-studded woodlands to rolling hills that border the Uluguru and Udzungwa Mountains, creating a breathtaking natural setting.
