Genesis - Mikumi National Park
Discover Genesis, nestled within Tanzania's Mikumi National Park, a gateway to the rich
- Location
- Mikumi National Park, Southern Tanzania Wilderness, Tanzania, East Africa
- Coordinates
- -7.397547, 36.997906
- Elevation
- 520m
- Activities
- hotel
PlnrScore: 29/100
Wildlife Near This Lodge
487 species observed within 20 km, 33 mammals, 245 birds.
- Impala (Mammalia, 90 observations)
- Maasai Giraffe (Mammalia, 78 observations)
- Plains Zebra (Mammalia, 61 observations)
- African Savanna Elephant (Mammalia, 59 observations)
- Yellow Baboon (Mammalia, 50 observations)
- Common Wildebeest (Mammalia, 46 observations)
- Marabou Stork (Aves, 45 observations)
- Lion (Mammalia, 43 observations)
- Lilac-breasted Roller (Aves, 42 observations)
- Common Warthog (Mammalia, 40 observations)
Best Time to Visit Genesis
The best months to visit Genesis are May, June, July, based on temperature, rainfall, weather conditions, and wildlife viewing opportunities.
Month-by-Month Safari Conditions
- January: Good, temperature 24.34°C, rainfall 167.2mm, sunshine 9.2 hrs, humidity 79.6%
- February: Good, temperature 24.6°C, rainfall 120.7mm, sunshine 9.5 hrs, humidity 79.3%
- March: Good, temperature 24.14°C, rainfall 160.2mm, sunshine 9.3 hrs, humidity 81%
- April: Good, temperature 22.5°C, rainfall 230.3mm, sunshine 8.5 hrs, humidity 87.4%
- May: Great, temperature 21.85°C, rainfall 49.1mm, sunshine 10.4 hrs, humidity 76.6%
- June: Great, temperature 21.17°C, rainfall 17.6mm, sunshine 10.6 hrs, humidity 68.9%
- July: Great, temperature 20.69°C, rainfall 32.3mm, sunshine 10.5 hrs, humidity 68.5%
- August: Great, temperature 21.58°C, rainfall 23.4mm, sunshine 10.7 hrs, humidity 68.6%
- September: Great, temperature 23.05°C, rainfall 19.3mm, sunshine 10.8 hrs, humidity 65.1%
- October: Great, temperature 24.44°C, rainfall 46.6mm, sunshine 11 hrs, humidity 64.9%
- November: Great, temperature 24.94°C, rainfall 100.8mm, sunshine 10.8 hrs, humidity 70.3%
- December: Good, temperature 24.63°C, rainfall 164.9mm, sunshine 10.5 hrs, humidity 76.1%
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the best time of year to stay at Genesis and visit Mikumi National Park?
The dry season, from June to October, is generally considered the best time to visit Genesis and Mikumi National Park. During these months, wildlife congregates around water sources, making game viewing easier, and the weather is typically pleasant for exploring.
What kind of amenities and services can I expect at Genesis, being a hotel near Mikumi National Park?
Genesis offers comfortable hotel-style accommodation, typically including private rooms with en-suite bathrooms, a restaurant serving meals, and often a swimming pool. While it's a convenient base for park access, it focuses on providing a relaxing stay rather than direct safari activities from the premises.
How do I get to Genesis Hotel from major Tanzanian cities, and is transportation to Mikumi National Park readily available?
Genesis is accessible by road, typically a 4-5 hour drive from Dar es Salaam, or via scheduled flights to the nearby Mikumi Airstrip, followed by a short transfer. The hotel can usually assist guests in arranging game drives into Mikumi National Park, or you can pre-book with a safari operator.
What specific wildlife can I expect to see when staying at Genesis and visiting Mikumi National Park?
Mikumi National Park, easily accessed from Genesis, is renowned for its large herds of elephants, buffalo, and zebras, as well as wildebeest, giraffes, and various antelope species. You also have a good chance of spotting lions, and if lucky, leopards or wild dogs, particularly in the Mkata Floodplain area.
What is the typical price range for a stay at Genesis, and does it include safari activities?
Genesis generally offers mid-range accommodation, with room rates varying based on the season and room type. These rates typically cover your stay and meals, but game drives and park entry fees for Mikumi National Park are usually separate costs that need to be arranged and paid for independently.
Other Safari Lodges in Mikumi National Park
Parks in Southern Tanzania Wilderness
- Chipanje Chetu Wildlife Management Area
- Idodi-Pawaga Wildlife Management Area
- Kiguruvumi Forest
- Kilombero Game Reserve
- Kitulo National Park
- Kizigo Game Reserve
- Lukwika Game Reserve
- Lunda-Nkwambi Game Control Area
- Muhesi Game Reserve
- Ngarambe-Tapika Community Widlife Management Area
- Niassa Bloco A
- Nyerere National Park
- Ruaha National Park
- Rungwa Game Reserve
- Selous Game Reserve