What you pay to enter Mikumi
The Mikumi National Park entrance fee is a conservation fee per person. It depends on who you are: non-East African visitors pay the highest rate, foreign residents of Tanzania pay less, and citizens of East African Community countries pay the lowest. On top of that you pay for the vehicle you drive in, and for anything extra such as a guide, a walk or a night drive.
The 2023/24 tariff, valid from 1 July 2023 to 30 June 2024, set $30 a day for adults aged 16 and over who are not East African and $10 for children aged 5 to 15. Rates of $50 for adults and $15 for children are quoted for 2026/27. Check the current amount before you book, and ask whether it is already included in a safari price.
Mikumi and Udzungwa sit in the same fee category, but you pay for each park separately. If you plan a safari on the Mkata Floodplain and a hike to the Sanje waterfalls, you need entry for both.
Mikumi National Park entrance fee by visitor group
Conservation fee per person and day, 2023/24 tariff, before VAT.
| Visitor group | Age 16 and over | Age 5 to 15 | Under 5 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Non-East African visitors | $30 | $10 | Free |
| Expatriates and residents of Tanzania | $15 | $5 | Free |
| Citizens of East African Community countries, including Tanzanians | TZS 5,000 | TZS 2,000 | Free |
The 2023/24 amounts are before 18 percent VAT, so ask any operator whether a quote is net or gross. You show a passport or national ID at the gate, and residents need proof of residence.
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Vehicle, guide, walks and night drives
Extra charges in the 2023/24 tariff, before VAT. Not every trip adds all of them.
| Item | East African | Non-East African and residents |
|---|---|---|
| Guide, per group and day | TZS 5,000 | $20 |
| Short walk, 1 to 4 hours, adult | TZS 5,000 | $20 |
| Long walk, over 4 hours, adult | TZS 10,000 | $25 |
| Night drive, age 16 and over | TZS 10,000 | $50 |
| Night drive, age 5 to 15 | TZS 5,000 | $25 |
| Vehicle up to 2,000 kg | TZS 20,000 (Tanzanian or private EAC registration) | $40 (commercial EAC or foreign registration) |
| Vehicle 2,001 to 3,000 kg | TZS 35,000 | $150 |
| Vehicle 3,001 to 7,000 kg | TZS 60,000 | $200 |
Open vehicles pay a 50 percent surcharge on the vehicle fee. Walks need an authorised guide and only happen in areas set aside for them. The 2023/24 tariff also set a fine of TZS 50,000 for speeding in the park and TZS 200,000 for a vehicle that causes an accident, so drive carefully on the tracks and on the highway.
How a Mikumi day permit works
Five points that change what you pay.
Day permit or overnight permit
In the 2023/24 tariff a day permit is valid for 12 daylight hours and an overnight permit for 24 hours. Ask which one your booking uses, and plan your entry time around it.
Gates close in the evening
Gates normally close at 6 p.m. The main entrance is near Mikumi town. Plan the last hours of your drive around closing time.
Guide and activity are separate lines
The guide and the activity are charged separately. That does not mean every tour adds both. Ask for a quote that shows each cost line.
Packages and tour prices
A safari from Dar es Salaam or a multi-day trip may include park fees or list them on top. Compare quotes that show the same items.
Concessions for groups
School and education groups can apply for a reduction in advance.
How to pay Mikumi park fees
The ways to pay.
At the gate
Visa and Mastercard are accepted at the gate, and mobile money is accepted as well. Ask your operator before the trip which method your gate takes, and carry a backup.
Through the government payment system
Park fees can be paid through the government electronic payment system (GePG). An online reservation option also exists, and operators can pay by bank transfer.
Included in a package
With a booked safari, your operator normally settles the fees. The invoice then shows whether they are in the price.
If you sleep in the park, camping is charged per person and night in the 2023/24 tariff: $30 for adults at a public campsite and $5 for children aged 5 to 15, or $50 and $10 at a special campsite, which you book in advance. More options are on the Mikumi accommodation page.
Other fees on the same trip
Neighbouring places charge on their own.
Udzungwa Mountains
A separate park with its own entry and the Sanje waterfalls.
Uluguru Mountains
Run by the forest service, so the park fee does not cover it.
Animals in Mikumi
What lives on the plain and where to look.
Nyerere National Park in the south has its own tariff and tickets, which do not carry over. See the Nyerere park fees.
Mikumi National Park fees: frequently asked questions
How much is the Mikumi National Park entrance fee?
In the 2023/24 tariff, a non-East African adult paid $30 and a child aged 5 to 15 paid $10 per day, before VAT. Rates of $50 and $15 are quoted for 2026/27. Confirm the current amount before you book.
Is VAT included in the Mikumi fee?
In the 2023/24 tariff the amounts were net, with 18 percent VAT on top, while current park pages describe their rates as inclusive. Ask for a quote that states net or gross.
How long is the Mikumi permit valid?
In the 2023/24 tariff a day permit covers 12 daylight hours and an overnight permit covers 24 hours. Ask which one applies to your booking.
Can I pay by card at Mikumi?
Visa and Mastercard are accepted at the gate, along with mobile money. Confirm with your operator which method works at the gate you use.
Do the Mikumi fees cover Udzungwa or the Uluguru Mountains?
No. Udzungwa is a separate national park, and the Uluguru Mountains are a forest reserve run by the forest service. Each place charges on its own.
Who runs Mikumi National Park?
Tanzania National Parks (TANAPA) runs the park. Confirm the current fees with the park or your operator before you travel.