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What animals can be seen in Mikumi?

Direct answer

Lions, elephants, buffaloes, giraffes, zebras, wildebeest, hippos, and numerous bird species occur throughout the park.

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Lions, elephants, buffaloes, giraffes, zebras, wildebeest, hippos, and numerous bird species occur throughout the park.

Lions, elephants, buffaloes, giraffes, zebras, wildebeest, hippos, and numerous bird species occur throughout the park.

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  • Lions, elephants, buffaloes, giraffes, zebras, wildebeest, hippos, and numerous bird species occur throughout the park.

Costs, Permits, and Logistics

Confirm current fees when you book — tariffs are set by national park authorities and can change by season or residency status.

  • Queen Elizabeth NP entry is about $40/day; Murchison Falls about $45/day (foreign non-resident rates).
  • Road transfers are long — AeroLink flights to Kihihi/Kisoro save a full day on gorilla circuits.

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