Vuma Hills, Mikumi National Park

Mikumi National Park Tented Camp

Mikumi National Park is the closest National Park to Dar es Salaam, Tanzania.  As part of the Selous ecosystem, it benefits from the highest game density in the entire conservation area. Vuma Hills is a luxurious permanent tented camp, perched above the trees stretching over the seemingly endless wilderness south west of Mikumi National Park.

Accommodation 

Accommodation at Vuma consists of sixteen spacious and comfortable tents with luxurious, colonial interiors. Sleeping under this canvas is a world away from the discomfort usually associated with camping.  Complete with shaded wooden veranda at the front and en suite bathroom with shower, basin and toilet at the back, each tent caters for all your needs in this remote wilderness.  All water is solar heated.  The entire tent is mosquito proof.  Tents have electricity in the morning and afternoon until 11pm.  The tents are accompanied by a tranquil bar dining area that overlooks the swimming pool.

Activities & Game Viewing

Mikumi is a prime game viewing area.  The Mkata plain supports vast herds of plains game such as wildebeest, impala, zebra and giraffe, hunted by their associated predators; whilst finding greater kudu, ran and sable antelope in the surrounding less fertile hills.  Although game sightings can never be guaranteed, there are lots of sightings of the African wild dog hunting the plains in packs.. 

The guides at Vuma are some of the best and have extensive local knowledge.  This ensures that guests get the most from Mikumi and its magnificent surroundings.  

All game drives around the park are in open 4 wheel drive vehicles. They are led by trained experienced English speaking guides.

If a break from the bush is required, guests can take a dip in the pool that has outstanding views over the floodplain.

When to Go

The best time to visit is in the dry months between June and February.  Vuma Hills Tented Camp remains open all year round but access to some areas of the park may be limited during March to June, due to the rains.  Birdlife during this time of year is magnificent and compensates for the scarcer viewings of game animals.

Pricing

Please contact us for current rates.

Suggested Daily Activity Schedule

Please contact us for suggested itineraries.

How to get there

Mikumi National Park can be reached by road (4hrs from Dar es Salaam), rail or air.  Please contact us for details, Sun Safaris can arrange all transfers.

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