7 Train Experiences in Tanzania Worth Booking

1.Mikumi National Park Day Trip with Train Ride

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 25 reviews · 1 day · from $400Our pick

Take the 6:00 AM train from Dar es Salaam to Morogoro, enjoy breakfast, then continue to Mikumi for a private game drive and park lunch. Guides such as Michael and Richard have earned praise for their animal knowledge and care. Return by train at 7:18 PM.

“⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ We had an amazing one-day safari experience! Everything was perfectly organized from start to finish – smooth pick-up, great communication, and no issues at all. We were lucky enough to see all the animals we had hoped for, and the whole day was just incredible. A special thank you to our guide Michael – he was absolutely fantastic! He knew so much about all the animals and the park, and shared so many interesting facts. He really made the trip so enjoyable and comfortable for us, always taking our wishes into account and making sure we had the best experience possible. Michael is honestly one of the best guides…”

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2.1. Day safaris to Mikumi by Train from dar es salaam

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 19 reviews · from $370Top rated

Travel by SGR from Dar es Salaam to Morogoro, then continue by private air-conditioned vehicle to Mikumi National Park. A licensed guide and driver lead late-morning and evening game drives, with a picnic lunch included. Winnie, Pili, Isaya, and Dan Ford are named among the tour team.

“We had such an amazing time on this one-day safari. Everything was well-organized, communication was attentive, and our guide was so knowledgeable and a pleasure to spend the day with. We saw so many animals, I didn't think it would be possible!! Train travel was easy and pleasant. We would absolutely book a tour with Kihindo again!”

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3.Day Trip Safari to Mikumi National Park by Train

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 15 reviews · from $300Best value

Take the 6:00am express train from Dar es Salaam to Morogoro, then continue by road to Mikumi National Park for two game drives. Your private group of up to four gets hotel transfers, lunch, refreshments, park access, and a guide who explains Tanzania’s wildlife and culture.

“The only negative thing was the long way from DAR to Mikumi. All the rest was perfect. Our driver was very friendly and explained us a lot about Tanzania, their culture and for sure, the animals. We have seen a lot of them during our two game drives.”

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4.3 Days / 2 Nights Mikumi Safari by SGR Train from Zanzibar

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 5 reviews · 3 days · from $700

Travel from Zanzibar by ferry and SGR train, then continue by road to Mikumi National Park for a Masai Boma visit and full-day game drive. English-speaking guides lead the safari, with French-speaking guide Stéphane available on some departures. Expect lions, elephants, zebras, buffalo, and plenty of travel time.

“En résumé, si vous cherchez un safari où vous vous sentirez en sécurité, où vous apprendrez une foule de choses sans jamais vous ennuyer, et où l'équipe vous chouchoutera comme si vous étiez de la famille, n'hésitez pas une seconde ! Choisissez cette compagnie et demandez surtout cette équipe de choc Mussa et Saloniki! Ce fut bien plus qu'une simple excursion, c'est un souvenir qui restera gravé à jamais. Merci kihindo tours!”

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5.2 DAYS – MIKUMI PARK FROM DAR ES SALAAM BY LUXURY TRAIN

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 5 reviews · 2 days · from $396

Leave Dar es Salaam around 6:00 am, ride in luxury by train toward Mikumi, and spend the day on a private game drive among elephants, giraffes, buffalo, lions, hippos, and birdlife. Your package includes park fees, meals, lodge accommodation, a safari jeep, soft drinks, and a professional guide.

“Our safari with Mmary Wild Expedition was absolutely incredible! This guys are so amazing🥰🥰, smooth transport to expert guiding, every detail was perfectly arranged by Mmary. We saw lions, elephants, and giraffes, hippos, i enjoyed and felt completely safe and cared for. I highly recommend for anyone visiting Tanzania. Hakuna matata 😍🥰”

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6.Mikumi National Park Day Trip by Train From Dar Es Salaam

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 4 reviews · from $390

Leave Dar es Salaam at 5:00 am for a private, train-based day trip to Mikumi National Park. Airfox Tours includes your train ticket, transport, guide, lunch, fees, and taxes. Hussein is available as the tour organizer and guide, with seven hours in the park to seek lions, elephants, giraffes, buffalo, hippos, and crocodiles.

“I had an incredible day trip safari to Mikumi National Park with Airfox Tours last month, and I highly recommend them! From start to finish, everything was well-organized, professional, and exceeded my expectations.”

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7.Transport Dar es Salaam Airport Port, Ferry or Train to Hotel

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3 reviews

Book a private one-way transfer from Dar es Salaam airport, ferry dock, or train station to your hotel. A local driver, including Alleyn when assigned, meets you with a sign, handles luggage, and drives a clean Toyota Alphard for up to six people.

“This was an excellent, reliable service provided efficiently and on time. Alleyn, our driver was courteous and polite and an excellent driver who collected us from Dar es salaam airport and drove us to our hotel. He also drove us back to the airpoRead more”

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