Volcanoes National Park expands to 160 square kilometers but very amazing with waterfalls, forest vegetation, different unique birds and more. While on this tour, have a city tour in Kigali where places like the Kigali genocide museum, Kimironko market, gallery centers and more will be visited. Optional activities like community tours, and visiting the twin lakes will not be missed.
Be picked up at the agreed point in Kigali and transfer to Volcanoes National Park a drive that will take about 3 to 4 hours. Enjoy the land of a thousand hills- Rwanda as the capital city of Rwanda which is ever clean and green surrounded by rolling hills. Arrive and head to check in the lodge and this will be the end of the day.
Meals and Accommodation: Da Vinci Gorilla Lodge
Day2. Gorilla trekking and Ibyi’wacu cultural centre visit
Wake up and head to the briefing point after breakfast and learn more about Gorillas. During this exercise get to know about the rules and regulations, and trekking requirements such as drinking water, camera, Binoculars and many more others. The rules to follow are don’t use the flashlight camera while taking photos, keep a distance of about 8 metres, don’t litter the park premises and more.
Head into the forest to begin the search for these gentle giants and on meeting a gorilla family, spend an hour in their presence creating memories together. The overall experience takes about 7 hours but is full of fun and enjoyment in the forest meeting other creatures and attractions. Have an optional activity and this can be visiting the Iby’iwachu cultural village or the twin lakes of Burera and Ruhondo basing on the weather and time and flexibility. Meals and Accommodation: Da Vinci Gorilla Lodge
Day3. Transfer back to Kigali, city tour and departure flight
Have breakfast and then transfer back to Kigali the capital city in Rwanda and then have a city tour where you will enjoy visiting different city-based attractions like the genocide memorial grounds, Kimironko market, art and gallery centres and more. Thereafter being dropped at the airport to board your departure flight.
The time you spend with your families is never a waste; this 10 day kenya family safari gives you a chance to explore magical Kenya both in the wild and in the leisurely style at Mombasa white sands.
The journey begins from Nairobi national park to have the touch of nature and savannah plains, having a chance to enjoy its massive wildlife like giraffes and big cats, later proceed to Masai Mara for the great wildlife encounters, culture experiences, sundowners, bush picnics, optional balloon trip to have the aerial view of the stunning Masai Mara, break off from the wildlife treat and transfer to the white sands beach and resort and spa as you enjoy the low tides, swimming in the pools, kids play club, incredible dining, gym, this gives a whole family smiles and the holiday is wrapped in style as you move around Mombasa for ancient history.
Day 1: Arrival and Nairobi national park visit (1 night)
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Depending on where you will have an overnight stay, the driver guide will pick you up from the airport and transfer you to the lodge as you prepare for an evening game drive in Nairobi national park in search of, rhinos lions, giraffes, and many others, you will also have an option of visiting the giraffe center or go for shopping in the city malls.
DAY 2-5: Masai Mara (4 Nights)
Prepare and transfer to Mara plains, where you have the best wildlife game viewing, enjoying a friendly Sarova camp with babysitters, swimming pools, a spa for the old, and entertainment for both ages. Have a standalone Masai Mara photo as you stand in the middle of endless landscapes have plenty of fun with complimented bush picnics, and sundowners, and follow the sunrise catch-ups early in the mornings. Explore the Mara River as you may witness the world’s renowned spectacle depending on the months of June-late September as the wildebeest and zebras roam the yards.
Have the aerial of the Mara reserve as you use the air balloon to have the best drama. Explore the Masai Mara warriors to enjoy the high jumps, unique dressing codes, bracelets, and unique stories.
DAY 6-9: Mombasa (4 Nights)
Have an early morning breakfast and transfer back to Nairobi for your next flight to the Mombasa coastline, have lunch at the famous carnivore restaurant before your departure, and transfer to the coastline as you enjoy the endless dry plains of Tsavo and magnificent sceneries. Check-in at Sarova white sands beach resort where you will have the rest of the 4 nights.
Have yourself a good time during this 10 day kenya family safari, swim, play beach soccer, enjoy the health spa has early sunrises, take a short city tour if you wish, and see the chaotic tukutuku and historical monuments, have that coconut as you bask in the white sands. It’s a place your family will have the best time on warm Indian Ocean waters with your family.
DAY 10: Kenya Family Safari Ends
Perhaps have the last stroll of the white sands and the low tide before you proceed to Nairobi on your scheduled flight. Have breakfast and say farewell to the historically second largest in Kenya’s city
Have a memorable time as your book and participate in this 6 Days gorilla and golden monkey tracking Rwanda Uganda safari. This takes you to two national parks in different countries known for homing the rare primates that is the endangered mountain gorillas and golden monkeys. The gorillas are human close relatives sharing 98% of DNA whereas the golden monkeys known to be the most playful primates. Some of the golden monkeys have short tails as they are cut by tree branches while playing.
Gorillas live in groups known as families and each group is headed by a Silverback and during trekking, have a good time witnessing their behaviours and movement. Visit Volcanoes national park in Rwanda and Mgahinga National Park in Uganda with great sights, scenery and memories like on the twin lakes of Burera and Ruhondo, equator cross point and more.
Day1. Transfer from Kigali city to Volcanoes national park
Meet the driver guide and transfer to Volcanoes national park in Rwanda a renowned park for homing the remaining endangered mountain gorillas and the golden monkeys both rare species. The journey will last for 3 to 5 hours and this includes an ample time that will be spent while visiting the twin lakes of Burera and Ruhondo. Take an afternoon canoeing and watch over the different hills and birds. Arrive and check in the booked accommodation for a hot shower and dinner. meals and accommodation: Da Vinci Gorilla lodge
Day 2. Mount Bisoke Hike
Mount Bisoke is Rwanda’s wonder volcano, at a height of 3711m above sea level, the dormant volcano portrays stunning art while up there. you will have an early breakfast and drive to Kinigi wildlife headquarters where you will have your briefing and be signed a ranger guide who will lead you in the days activity. Bisoke is in the line of the 8 famous volcanoes that build the Virunga massive, it’s a beautiful mountain with two crater lakes one sitting on top of the summit at 400M wide and 100M deep and the other just half way to the summit. The trek takes 5-7 hours or even less depending ones pace, and its a home of a number wildlife species like buffaloes, forest elephants, dykers, lots of bird species and much more. After the trek come back to the lodge for leisure . You will an optional Ibyi’wacu cultural centre visit. Meals and Accommodation: Da Vinci gorilla Lodge
Day3. Golden monkey trekking and transfer to Bwindi park Uganda
Wake up and have a delicious cup of tea followed by a short drive or walk to the park offices for briefing. Golden monkeys are so interesting as your watch them play, jumping from one tree to another and more.
The park guide will tell your about what to follow while in the forest such as keeping distance, not feeding wild animals, use of flash light camera, keep within the group of tourists trekked with and more.
Spend an hour in their presence and this will create everlasting memories. After the experience m, head to bwindi national park in Uganda crossing the Cyanika boarder. drive through the south western contours as you check in to your next lodge. Meals and Accommodation: Ichumbi gorilla lodge
Day4. Gorilla trekking and Transfer To Ishasha sector
Gorilla trekking starts as early as possible ,enjoy a morning cup of coffee and then make a short drive to the park office for briefing. This will be the same like in Volcanoes national park where the dos and don’ts, trekking requirements and more are well told. Join other trekkers with a park guide to begin the search for these primates.
The gentle giants will be in groups/family of which are as interesting as members of the family as they play, feed, search for food and more. Trekking can last for about 8 hours including an hour spent with the gorillas. After the gorilla trek, drive to the home of tree climbing lions Ishasha and this will be the end of the day. Meals and Accommodation: Enjojo Lodge
Day5. Morning Game Drive Ishasha And Afternoon Boat Cruise | Kazinga Channel
Morning game drives in Ishasha start very early in the morning, its more rewarding was the grazers are waking up and the nocturnals going back to their dens. Ishasha sector is rich in Hyenas, Leopards, tree climbing lions, topis, Uganda Kobs, elephants both forest and savanna, lots of birds like bee eaters, vultures, eagles and having a chance to spot a ,mighty shoebill in the marshy areas of the park. In the due course you driver guide will advise you on what time you will have to drive catch up with the boat ride on the Kazinga Channel, this draws you closer to nile crocodiles, buffaloes and elephants playing in the channel , birds and more cool breathe. After this adventurous day drive back to your lodge via the Kyambura game reserve and have a relaxed evening. Meals and Accommodation: Elephant Hab Lodge
Day6. Morning Game drive and Transfer To Entebbe Airport Via The Equator
Wake up very early and go for a morning game drive in the Kasenyi grounds , search for more wildlife that you may have missed in Ishasha the previous day and after drive to Entebbe airport via the equator line. Have a wonderful stopover at the equator line in Kayabwe, a point where your will enjoy hot en-route lunch, buy crafts and take memorable photos. Be dropped at an agreed point either in Entebbe or Kampala. Meals- Half Board No Accommodation NOTE: THIS MORNING GAME DRIVE CAN ALSO BE EXCHANGED WITH A WALK IN KYAMBURA GORGE THE VALLEY OF APES FOR CHIMPANZEE LOVERS.
The 7 days Rwanda Classic Wildlife Safari is a memorable adventure in your lifetime where you will visit the three national parks in Rwanda that is Volcanoes, Akagera and Nyungwe each known for its unique attractions. The gorillas, the big five, and the chimpanzees will not be missed while on this great safari.
Also, have a chance to tour some of the city-based attractions in Kigali the capital of Rwanda, the twin lakes of Ruhondo and Burera and optional tours like community walks nature walks and more. Expect to take part in these experiences; gorilla trekking, boat cruise, city tours, optional hot air ballooning, chimpanzee trekking, game drive and the mighty gorilla trekking.
Day1. Kigali city tour and transfer to Akagera national park from
Wake up at the hotel in Kigali and transfer to Akagera National park the renowned and the only savannah protected area in Rwanda the land of a thousand hills. Our driver guide will pick you up and take you around the Kigali city before transfer to Akagera with a chance of visiting some of the city based attractions like the genocide memorial centre, Inema art center, Kimironko market and more. After the city exploration, leave for Akagera and upon arrival, relax and time willing go for a brief evening drive. Meals and Accommodation: Akagera Game Lodge
Day2. Game drive, boat tour on lake Ihema and optional Hot air ballooning.
This will be a day to enjoy the savannah of Akagera National Park as you take part in a a morning game drive. You can also enjoy a hot air balloon tour with stunning aerial views of the surroundings such as hills, lakes, trees and more. The drive can take 3-4 hours and in air 2 hours. You chanced for hot lunch at the lodge.
After lunch, head for a boat cruise tour on Lake Ihema one of the lakes in the park, and enjoy more of the wild life. Animals to spot are hippos, crocodiles, warthogs, and more. Animals to be spotted on this day are elephants, lions, leopards, cheetahs, buffalos, zebras, Masai giraffes, impalas, kudu, bush bucks, and more. Also birds like the eagles, kingfishers, vultures, ibis, and hornbills will also be spotted. Return to the lodge, refresh up and enjoy the night. Meals and Accommodation: Akagera Game Lodge
Day3. Transfer to Volcanoes national Park and Twin Lakes Visit
Leave early morning and head to Volcanoes National Park a unique tourist destination homing the endangered mountain gorillas which means that it’s located in the Virunga massive. While on the way, have a chance to witness the twin lakes in Rwanda that is Lake Ruhondo and Burera. Take part in canoeing adventure to enjoy the hills, fishermen, storytelling by the local guide, birds and more. Meals and Accommodation: Da Vinci Gorilla Lodge
Day4. Gorilla trekking and Iby’iwacu Cultural Centre Visit
Gorilla trekking in the volcanoes commences early morning. Wake up excited to meet our closest relatives on this day with a sumptuous breakfast. Then have a short drive to the park offices in Kinigi where the trekking briefing is held from. Meet fellow trekkers, park guides, as briefing will immediately commence conducted by one of the park staffs. Be told about the guidelines to follow such as feeding wild animals is not allowed, keep a distance from the gorillas and other animals, don’t eat, smoke or drink in the presence of these primates and more.
Begin the trek with the help of the park ranger guide who will be well armed to offer protection and while in the forest, meet more than what is expected including primates, birds, butterflies , water falls and more. Upon arrival spend an hour with them learning and observing their behaviours, movements and more. Head to the lodge and have leisure since this experience involves hiking and walking long distances. You will visit the iby’iwacu cultural centre after you have relaxed from the gorilla hikes. Meals and Accommodation: Da Vinci Gorilla Lodge
Day5. Transfer to Nyungwe national park
Leave Volcanoes National park and head to Nyungwe national park home to different primates of over 12 species and the chimpanzees being the most outstanding. The road trip is amazing as you encounter different landscapes, forests, farmlands, lake Kivu and more. Arrive and check in the lodge booked. Meals and Accommodation: Nyungwe Top Hill View Hotel
Day6. Chimp tracking, canopy walk
Wake up and enjoy breakfast and drive to the briefing point with your enough drinking water and energy-giving snack. While on the briefing, the park warden in charge will crosscheck the chimpanzee tracking permits as you be told about the materials you need to have while in the forest like the cameras and Binoculars. Also, be told about the dos and don’ts to follow while on the trail such as keep distance from wild animals, don’t throw rubbish, don’t use flash light camera, always keep quiet and more.
The park guide will put you in the group of tourists to trek with and then begin the search while meeting other creatures like varvet monkeys, black and white colobus monkeys, different bird species, plants, butterflies, and more. Spend an hour in the presence of chimpanzees taking and capturing great moments with your cameras. The overall experience takes about 6 hours but is full of memories.
After the experience, head back to the lodge for lunch followed by an afternoon forest canopy walk where you get a chance to view the forest with an eagle eye or earial view. The bridge-like structures is about 70m high and 160m long. The experience takes about 2 to 3 hours as the primates will be crossing while jumping from one tree to another, the birds singing and more. Return to the lodge for your last night.
Meals and Accommodation: Nyungwe Hill Top View Hotel
Day7. Transfer to Kigali International Airport
Its a 6 hour drive but filled up with stunning views of the other side of Rwanda, such as, tea gardens , plantains of After heading back to Kigali and be dropped at the airport and this marks the end of 7 Days Rwanda Classic Wildlife Safari.
Meals – Half board No Accommodation
The 6 day Rwanda Uganda chimpanzee Safari starts from Rwanda and proceeds to Uganda for chimpanzee, golden monkey and gorilla trekking activities. Gorillas will be tracked from Bwindi, chimpanzees from the Kyambura gorge and golden monkeys from Mgahinga gorilla park. You will also have a chance to participate in game drive and boat cruise activities from queen elizabeth national park, its important to note tis trip will end from Kigali international airport Rwanda.
Day1. Kigali City Tour and Transfer To Queen Elizabeth National Park
You will be picked from either airport or your hotel of choice and leave fro a city tour around Kigali city. Areas like the genocide memorial are visited as you read the history of over 250000 lives that were put to rest during the massacre. other areas like craft markets and food markets can also be visited before you transfer to Queen Elizabeth national park. The journey usually takes 4-6 hours due to border checks. Meals and Accommodation: Elephant Hab Lodge
Day2. Morning Game Drive | Afternoon Boat Cruise
Wake up early morning and have a great time exploring the beautiful plains of Queen Elizabeth national park. Search for animals like elephants, leopards, buffaloes, lions, hippos, warthogs and more. Enjoy an afternoon boat cruise on the Kazinga channel. This is an amazing experience where you spot animals and different birds like the pelicans, kingfishers, fish eagles and more. After your great day relax at the lodge at your own leisure. Meals and Accommodation: Elephant Hab Lodge
Day3. Kyambura Gorge walk | Tree Climbing Lions | Bwindi Forest
leave early morning to the valley of apes Kyambura gorge. Search for the chimpanzees fro about 2-5 hours or even less and drive to Bwindi via Ishasha sector the home of tree climbing lions. The drive is so rewarding as you may encounter lots of wildlife and amazing landscapes. You will have packed or hot lunch depending on the flexibility, this will enable you have enough time in the Ishasha sector before leaving for Bwindi gorilla forest. Meals and Accommodation: Gorilla Mist Camp
Day4. Gorilla Trekking And Transfer To Kisoro
Wake up early morning and go for gorilla trekking that is commenced by a general briefing. You are later given your gorilla family led by a ranger guide, and required to have enough drinking water and packed lunch due to the unpredicted return time. This can be between 1-7 hours depending on where the gorillas are located. upon arrival, you are given 1 good viewing hour, after your good stay with gorillas, you will trek back to your starting point and this marking the end of the excursion. drive to Kisoro via the curvaceous ridges, have have stoves for landscape viewing as you drive to your next accommodation. Meals and Accommodation: Ichumbi Ikoro Hotel Kisoro
Day5. Golden Monkey Trekking | Transfer To Lake Bunyonyi
Wake up early morning and have yourself morning breakfast before driving to mount Sabyinyo for your golden monkey tracking. You will be led a ranger guide who will advise you in the dos and don’ts while trekking, carry enough drinking water and lunch, rain jacket, good hiking shoes as they are required in thick forests of Mgahinga gorilla park. Golden monkey trekking viewing is one hour and after that you leave these skittish creatures to enjoy their privacy. Drive to lake Bunyonyi the second deepest lake in Africa after Tanganyika where you will relax from the long treks. Meals and Accommodation: Birdnest Resort
Day6. Island Tour and Transfer To Kigali Airport
The 6 day Rwanda Uganda chimpanzee gorilla trekking safari is getting to its climax. Explore lake Bunyonyi islands before driving off to Kigali. lake Bunyonyi has 29 islands with different interesting traditional stories like the punishment island and much more. The cruise takes 1-2 hours as you are enjoying the beautiful landscapes of this lava damed lake. leave for Kigali airport after your lake tour, this will cost you about 4 hours and this will mark the end of the trip.
Day 1: Arrival in Kigali Rwanda and transfer to your hotel
Our driver guide will be gladly happy to meet you from the airport on your arrival and transfers you to the hotel.A short briefing about this combined 10 day Rwanda Uganda classic Gorilla Chimpanzee Safari, acquiring all the necessities you need to use while on the safari and more will be done by our guide.
Meals and Accommodation: Quiet Haven Hotel Kigali or your Desired choice
Day 2: Kigali City Tour and Transfer To The Volcanoes
Have a short city tour where you have a chance to visit the famous Kigali genocide memorial centre a great history site for the 1994 Rwanda genocide wars. Visit the local markets such as Kimironko market which displays local materials and food sold on a daily basis, visit art and galley centers and then have a local meal in one of the restaurant.
Transfer to Volcanoes National Park one of a few protected areas and home to the rare endangered mountain gorillas in the world. Arrive and head to the lodge after a 3-4 hour drive for leisure and dinner.
Meals and Accommodation: Da Vinci Gorilla Lodge
Day 3: Gorilla trekking and Iby’iwachu cultural centre
Our safari guide driver will meet you at the restaurant for breakfast and then drive to the briefing point. Here, meet the park guide and wardens ready to take you through a quick exercise that will highlight the gorilla behaviours, rules and regulations to follow while in the forest such as don’t use the flash light cameras, crosschecking the gorilla trekking permits, joking a group of fellow tourists to trek with, hiring Porters to assist you in carrying extra luggage and more.
The park guide, potters and escorts will be part of the team to go with in the forest to search for this beautiful creature. While on this trail, expect to meet a lot such as beautiful birds, varvet monkeys, colobus monkeys, baboons and more. Have a graceful time exploring the beautiful time while in the presence of the gentle giants, playing, searching for food, breastfeeding, grooming and much more.
After the experience, head back to the lodge for lunch and then head to Iby’iwachu cultural village for a community experience. During this tour encounter the Rwandese culture through music and dances, storytelling, tasting on the local dishes and beverages and more. Later on, head back to the lodge | Da Vinci Gorilla Lodge
Day 4: Golden monkey trekking and transfer to Bwindi NP
Breakfast will be served and this will be followed by a drive to the park offices ready to trek with the golden monkeys one of the rare primate species. Briefing will commence where you be told about the use of flash light while taking photos since these primates enjoy the light. Begin the search with the help of the park guide as you will spend an hour in the presence of golden monkeys. Notice that some of them have short tails as they are cut off by tree branches since they are so playful.
After, head to Bwindi National Park a renowned protected area homing almost half of the remaining mountain gorilla population. The guide driver will help you at the border cross point to acquire all the necessary documents required by the immigration office. Arrive and head to the lodge and this will be the end of the day.
Meals and Accommodation: Four Gorillas Lodge
Day 5: Bwindi Gorilla trekking and Batwa tour
Like in Volcanoes National Park, trek to the gorillas in this park only that the terrain and the number of gorilla individuals in a family will be different. Also, spend an hour in the presence of these gorillas and this will create everlasting memories.
After, head back to the lodge for dinner followed by the community tour of the Batwa people. This tour will introduce you to storytelling by elders, firemaking, music and dances and more. Support the locals by buying some of their handmade crafts. Return to the lodge for dinner.
Meals and Accommodation: Four Gorillas Lodge
Day 6: Transfer to Queen Elizabeth national park.
This will be a day of transferring from Bwindi to Queen Elizabeth national park using the Ishasha sector route. In the Ishasha sector which is part of Queen Elizabeth national park, track the rare tree-climbing lions. Other animals that are spotted on this day are Uganda kobs, elephants, buffalo, warthogs, leopards, waterbucks and more. Basing on your pace as advised by your driver guide, you will either have packed lunch or hot lunch enroute. Head to the booked lodge for dinner and a nap. Meals and Accommodation: Elephant Hab Lodge
Day 7: Morning game drive and Kazinga boat cruise
Have a morning game drive in the park where you encounter different animals such as lions, leopards, elephants, buffalos, warthogs, bushbucks, warthogs and more. The game drive lasts for about 4-6 hours including several stopovers for game viewing and other encounters. Later on after lunch, head for an afternoon boat cruise on the Kazinga channel. Here there is a lot to see such as schools of hippos, crocodiles, buffalos, elephants, warthogs, and birds like pelicans, jacanas, fish eagles, kingfishers and more. Return to the lodge for an evening leisure at ease. Meals and Accommodation: Elephant Hab Lodge
Day 8: Kyambura Gorge Nature Walk and Transfer To Kibale Forest
wake up early enough for your breakfast and after drive to the valley of apes Kyambura gorge. It’s a permanent rain forest between the savannah harbouring chimpanzees , red-tailed monkeys, black and white monkeys, birds like fish eagles, vultures, hamerkops, wildlife like the permanent residents the hippos due to the permanent river that powers its waters to swampy lake George. The gorge is about 11.5 kms long, 100m deep, 1.5 km wide with stunning scenery. after the walk , head back to the lodge for refreshening and drive to Kibale National park passing through the crater lakes of ndali-Kasenda with the twin lakes of Nyinambuga and Kifuruka. Kibale National park is the primate capital of the world since it has 13 primates including the chimpanzees and our human close relatives. Arrive and leisure at the lodge. Meals and Accommodation: Isunga Lodge
Day 9: Chimpanzee trekking and Isunga Cultural Community walk
Wake up ready to trek the chimpanzees in Kibale forest after breakfast and this begun with briefing at Kanyanchu visitor center. This exercise is very important since you get used to the rules and regulations to follow while in the forest, trekking materials and requirements, the assignment of the park guide ranger and more. Begin the search while spotting varvet monkeys, colobus monkeys, red-tailed monkeys, different bird calls and more others. Spend an hour in the presence of these primates recording memories by taking photos.
After the experience, head to the lodge for lunch followed by a community walk in Isunga village where crater lakes, coffee and tea plantations will be explored. Learn about the daily life of the locals and you can support them by buying some of the handmade crafts. Head back to the lodge for dinner.
Day 10: Transfer to Entebbe for departure
Depending on your departure flight, take part in any optional activity and then transfer back to Kampala with a great journey driving through tea plantations for photos. Arrive at Entebbe international Airport and board a departure flight.
Note: This last can also be eased by an inbound flight from kasese which is 2 hours away from Kibale forest. This might be easy for those who can’t mange the 5-6 hour drive , our team is ready tailor this adventure with you. It’s a 10 day Rwanda Uganda classic Gorilla Chimpanzee Safari boosting the adrenaline.
Experience the ultimate African safari adventure on our 10-day Tanzania Wildebeest Migration Safari. Witness the Great Migration, explore the world’s most breathtaking national parks, and spot the Big Five in their natural habitat.
Safari Highlights
1. Tarangire National Park: Discover the park’s unique landscape and abundant wildlife, including elephants, giraffes, and lions.
2. Serengeti National Par: Witness the Great Migration’s spectacular display of wildebeests and zebras.
3. Lake Manyara National Park: Marvel at the vibrant flamingos and diverse wildlife.
4. Ngorongoro Conservation Area:Explore the world’s largest intact caldera and spot the Big Five.
5. Arusha National Park: Trek through lush forests, ascend Mount Meru’s foothills, and spot unique wildlife.
Wildlife Encounters
– Big Five: lions, lephants, buffalo, leopards, and rhinos (including rare black rhinos)
– Other notable species: giraffes, zebras, wildebeests, and over 500 bird species
Safari Details
– Duration: 10 days / 9 nights
– Starting/ending point: Arusha, Tanzania
– Accommodation: midrange lodges and campsites (options available)
– Transportation: Private safari vehicle and experienced driver-guide
Upon arrival, your safari driver-guide will welcome you and take you on a short Arusha city tour. Visit the Arusha National Museum and craft shop before returning to your lodge for dinner and overnight.
Have breakfast from the lodge early morning and prepare to check out heading to Tarangire National Park. Jump into your safari car and embark on your journey to check in with the booked lodge. As soon as you start entering the park you will be welcomed by several wild animals then after check in for lunch.
Enjoy an evening game drive and spot as many animals as you can during the drive then later drive back to the lodge for dinner and overnight stay. MbaMbali Lodge
Day 3. Head to Lake Manyara NP
Begin your day with an early morning breakfast, then embark on a scenic drive to Lake Manyara National Park. The approximately 2-hour and 50-minute journey from Tarangire National Park offers breathtaking views of the Tanzanian landscape.
Arrival and Lunch
Upon arrival, check-in at your lodge and indulge in a delicious lunch. Take some time to relax and unwind, preparing yourself for an exciting afternoon game drive.
Afternoon Game Drive in Lake Manyara National Park
In the afternoon, venture into the stunning Lake Manyara National Park for an unforgettable game drive experience. Explore the park’s diverse landscapes, including hills, mountains, and plains, and spot an array of wildlife, such as:Hippos Impalas,Giraffes,Various bird species
Experience the Beauty of Lake Manyara
Lake Manyara National Park is renowned for its unique ecosystem, which supports an incredible variety of flora and fauna. As you navigate the park’s scenic trails, take in the majestic views and immerse yourself in the unspoiled beauty of this Tanzanian gem.
Day 4. Transfer to Serengeti National Park
Serengeti National Park is a protected area located in the Northern part of Tanzania. It is well known for its large herds of wildebeests and Zebras which migrate from south to Nort plains searching for new pasture. Therefore, have your delicious breakfast early morning then depart to Serengeti National Park.
Accommodation and Meals: Into Wild Tented Camp
Day 5-6. Discover Serengeti (game drives and hot air ballooning)
Full-Day Serengeti National Park Game Drive
Experience an unforgettable full-day game drive in the breathtaking Serengeti National Park. Witness the majestic wildlife of Africa in their natural habitat. Early Morning Game Drive
Wake up at dawn for an early morning game drive in the Serengeti plains. Spot predators and nocturnal animals, such as:
– Hippos
– Civets
– Genets
– Other nocturnal species
Return to the lodge for a hearty breakfast, then head back out for the afternoon session with a packed lunch. Afternoon Game Drive
Embark on an exciting afternoon game drive, spotting an array of wildlife, including:
– Elephants
– Lions
– Leopards
– Zebras
– Buffalo
– Wildebeests
Enjoy a picnic lunch while watching these incredible animals feed or rest. Optional Hot Air Ballooning Experience
For a unique perspective, take an optional hot air ballooning tour over the Serengeti. Spot incredible wildlife, such as:Wildebeests,Elephants,Large bird species, Breathtaking hills and mountains
This experience is best enjoyed during sunset when the wind is calm and stable. Meals and Accommodation
– Accommodation: Into Wild Tented Lodge
– Meals: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner
Day 7: Serengeti to Ngorongoro Crater
Begin the day with a leisurely breakfast at the lodge, accompanied by a cup of coffee or tea. Take a moment to soak up the sun and explore the lodge’s surroundings, discovering vibrant flowers, butterflies, and bird species. After check out and embark on a scenic drive to the Ngorongoro Crater Conservation Area. Upon arrival, check-in at the lodge and unwind.
Accommodation: RHINO LODGE
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 8. Ngorongoro crater Drive
Embark on an unforgettable adventure to the Ngorongoro Crater, one of Africa’s most renowned wildlife reserves. Enjoy an early morning breakfast, then set off on a thrilling game drive to spot lions, leopards, elephants, giraffes, hippos, rhinos, flamingos, and rare black rhinos.
After an exciting day of game viewing, return to the lodge for a delicious dinner and overnight stay.
Accommodation: RHINO LODGE
– Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Day 9. Arusha National Park Adventure
Embark on a thrilling 3-4 hour, journey to Arusha National Park, where the wild awaits! Check-in at your lodge and set out on a game drive with a packed lunch, spotting majestic wildebeests, regal lions, sleek leopards, and gentle elephants.
Return to the lodge for relaxation and overnight
Accommodation: PLANET LODGE KILIMANJARO or Alternative
– Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 10. Departure Day: Arusha Kilimanjaro, Tanzania
Bid farewell to the Tanzanian wilderness on Day 10, the final day of your 10-day safari adventure.
Enjoy a delicious breakfast, then embark on a scenic drive back to Arusha, Tanzania.
Your safari driver-guide will drop you off at the agreed location or the airport, marking the end of your unforgettable Tanzanian safari adventure.
It’s the pearl of Africa for you! keenly enjoy these 6 days as you trek to the mountain gorillas and enjoy the savannah specials of Queen Elizabeth and Lake Mburo national parks, game drives and a nature walk will bring u closer to the wildlife bonanza.
Day 1: Fly to Kihihi Airstrip and drive to Bwindi Forest.
flying eases and shortens the long drive from Entebbe airport to Bwindi which takes about 9-10 hours on the road and only 1-2 hours by air. You are picked up by our driver guide from the Kihihi airstrip and driven to your lodge in Bwindi national park
Depending on the time and weather, you have a number of options around and within Bwindi Forest, community visits, and nature walks for brief birding watching and to the waterfalls to straighten you from the long airplane fatigue. Meal and Accommodation: BUHOMA LODGE
Day 2- Gorilla Tracking and Drive to Ishasha – home of tree-climbing lions
wake up early morning and have breakfast, it’s a beautiful day for trekking to the mountain gorillas. better hiking shoes, enough drinking water, long pants, and shirts are required, a a snack is key as you are not so sure what time you will be back from the forest. it takes 2-8 hours and 1 good hour of viewing, after this great experience drive to the home of tree-climbing lions for evening relaxation and wait for the next adventure. Meals and Accommodation: ISHASHA WILDERNESS CAMP
Day 3- Game viewing and after lunch Boat Cruise
game drives in Ishasha start very early in the morning. having a chance to spot hyenas heading to their dens, leopards, and lions when lucky enough. The southern sector also offers variety of bird species and hundreds of buffaloes, elephants , Topis and much more. After game viewing, drive back to your camp and have yourself a delicious meal. You will therefore checkout and drive to the north of the park via the Maramagambo forest and Lake Edward suburbs. Once you check in to your lodge, relax and later on go for an after lunch or evening sundowner. This boat ride takes place on the Kazinga Channel, the biggest natural channel in the world, have a chance to encounter large schools of hippos, elephants of channel bank, birds, monitor lizards, giant hogs, buffaloes lying on the shores of the channel, cool breathe is such an awe feeling. Meals and Accommodation: BUFFALO SAFARI LODGE
Day 4: Kyambura Gorge Nature walk
The Kyambura Gorge is a famous and one of the most beautiful places at Queen Elizabeth
National Park. In this mystical gorge, a small isolated population of chimpanzees survives. Drive for chimpanzee lookout after your breakfast and have a relaxed evening as you having a good time just right by the swimming pool waiting the sun to come down or you can go for an evening game drive to search for more wildlife such as, Lins, leopards, elephants, Uganda Kobs, birds, and much more. Meals and Accommodation: BUFFALO SAFARI LODGE
Day 5- Drive to Lake Mburo National Park for a night game drive
After exploring Queen Elizabeth’s diversity, drive to another different savannah wonder area with a stronghold of zebras, impalas, giraffes, elands, buffaloes, birds, pumba, and leopards which are pure nocturnal but on a lucky visible during the day.
Before you check in to your beautiful lodge, conduct an afternoon short drive as it’s a highlight of what is expected. later in the evening go for a 3-4 hour evening and look out for the nocturnals such as the leopards, hyenas, and much more. Meals And Accommodation: MIHINGO LODGE
Day 6- Morning game walk and drive to Kampala / Entebbe airport
Explore more on foot as you get closer to these animals, learn about trees and shrubs, and feel the pure wild as you are led by a ranger guide, this takes 2-3 hours.
After the walk drive to Entebbe airport or hotel via the equator as you will have a stopover for lunch shopping and photography and learning more about the 0 latitude and southern and northern hemispheres.
Explore both Uganda and Rwanda in 15 days. Among other destinations to visit on this epic safari will include; Volcanoes National Park, Dian Fossey grave visit, Bwindi Forest, Ishasha sector, Kyambura Gorge, Kibale national Park, and Kampala city.
Upon arrival, you will be picked up by our driver guide and taken to your hotel, on time you can explore the serene city of Rwanda Kigali. Traverse this hilly clean city, reach out to the genocide memorial, shopping malls, and local markets. This gives you a chance to enjoy this colorful city.
Meals And Accommodation: Kigali Marriot Hotel
Day 2: Transfer to Volcanoes National Park | Dian Fossey Museum Visit
Have an early breakfast, and visit any missed areas before exiting the city. Drive to Kinigi for about 4 hours, it’s pretty green and beautiful along the way these trigger stopovers to feel more of the country.
Upon arrival check-in and later drive to read and know more mountain gorillas as you see how Dian Fossey contributed to the future of these endangered apes. Meals And Accommodation: Sambora lodge
Day 3: Gorilla trekking
It’s an experience words cannot surely aptly explain. Have an early breakfast drive shortly to the briefing grounds as you are welcomed by a cup of organic coffee. After you are given a gorilla family, trek to the mountains of the volcanoes, with your ranger guide and others for great company. Note that, gorilla trekking is a strenuous activity, and seeing these great apes isn’t a guarantee however 95% chances are to be seen.
You are given one full hour for viewing. Prepare yourself with good jungle shoes, rain gear, a snack, drinking water, and a walking stick. 1-8 hours are usually expected while visiting gorillas as they are in their homeland and depending on where they are located.
If you come out of the forest in time, you can opt for a cultural experience at the famous Ibyiwachu Cultural Center. Meals And Accommodation: Sambora lodge
Day 4: Golden Monkey trekking | Transfer to Uganda
Same attire and requirements as for the gorillas. Have an early breakfast and have your briefing from the headquarters, start your journey to the charming golden monkeys. Have the best time with them in the Volcanoes National Park. They at times come out of the forest closer to the park margins
After drive to Uganda, incredible sceneries till you check in to your lodge. Have a chance to drive at the edges and through Bwindi Forest. This drive takes about 6 hours with an hour spared for border crossing. Meals And Accommodation: Four Gorillas Lodge
Day 5: Gorilla trekking| transfer to the Home tree climbing Lions Ishasha
It’s a fresh day for discoveries, trekking through the impenetrable forest of Bwindi. Feel the cool air of the jungle, and spend one good hour while viewing. It’s an incredible experience encountering different gorilla families From different countries. A lot to learn indeed, Bwindi is rich in biodiversity, with about 120 mammal species, 346 species of birds, 202 butterfly species, 100 species of ferns, and 163 species of trees. At 331 km-sq it’s a designated UNESCO world heritage site. After trekking drive to Ishasha in the true wilderness and watch animals from your lodge rooms and other surroundings. Given a chance, a lot is encountered as drive to your next lodge as it’s in the center of the game. Meals And Accommodation: Ishasha Wilderness Camp
Day 6-8: Tree climbing lions | Walk to the Kyambura Gorge| Boat ride on The Kazinga channel | Crater drive and Kasenyi exploration.
It’s time to have a true treat of the savannah specials, Have a game drive in the south that’s Ishasha in search of tree-climbing lions and other animals like Topis, Uganda kobs, leopards, hyenas, buffalos, elephants, and much more. Proceed to the north in the kyambura wildlife reserve a better place to feel a place away from home.
Walk to the valley of apes in search of chimpanzees, so beautiful with a forest amidst the open savannah. This shall be a catalyst to the Kazinga channel for a pleasant water treat, hippos, crocodiles, elephants, lots of birds, and more are expected. Furthermore, have a game drive to truly explore the northern sector of the park, search for lions and leopards, and have a magical feel in the craters of Queen Elizabeth National Park. About 32 craters cover this beautiful park, it’s an outstanding area for all nature lovers. These 4 nights both south and north in Queen Elizabeth shall let you explore it to the maximum. Meals And Accommodation: Elephant Hab Lodge
Day 9-10: Kibale national Park | chimpanzee tracking
On the 9th day drive to your next destination, have a walk around the crater lake at your lodge. Get enough time to relax a bit from the fixed days as you can talk to family and friends, and have complementary massage to have your body at ease. Trek to chimpanzees, an incredible feeling as you enjoy the primate capital. if time allows, visit the Bigodi community for coffee, locally distilled brew, traditional cooking, and fun with the traditional dances. Metals And Accommodation: Primate Lodge Kibale
Day 11-13: Fly to Murchison Falls National Park | Wildlife Bonanza | Nile Exploration
Fly to the land of the world’s most powerful waterfall, you will be driven early morning to the nearest airstrip in Kasese. Arrive early, relax at your luxury cottage facing the Nile, and Swim as you feel the Nile breeze.
Murchison Falls National Park is the country’s biggest protected area beautified by the Murchison Falls and the Uhuru that was created in 1962 after the river burst its banks. A lot can be done around this wonder area, have game drives in search of lions, leopards, elephants, hartebeests, birds, and more. The beautiful Borras palm trees create a magical scenery view. Go for a boat ride in the afternoon upstream from Paraa creates a memorable display of wildlife like crocodiles, elephants, giraffes, and birds and culminates with an astonishing frontal view of the two falls.
Recommended for birders is a morning cruise on the Nile Delta. Alternatively, the tranquil sundowner cruise creates a classic view of the equatorial sunset reflected on the Nile. Explore the top of falls on foot, as you witness the violent compression of waters through a narrow gorge, spraying misty droplets along their awake 50m radius. Have beautiful views of the permanent rainbow in the continuous roar over the battlefield. Meals and Accommodation: Nile Safari Lodge
Day 14: Rhino tracking | Hotel No.5
Wake up early morning and drive out of the mighty Murchison Falls National Park to the Rhino sanctuary. Walk in the wild to the rhinos guided by a professional ranger guide. These are animals that were already extinct but reintroduced in the 2000s and the zeal is on, the animal population is doing fairly well. Spend one-two hours with these creatures, have a hot meal within the sanctuary, and proceed with your journey to Entebbe. On the road, the journey is about 5-6 hours.
Day 15: Optional Activities | Entebbe airport
Have a relaxed morning with optional activities like exploring Entebbe town, or going for a shoebill search on Lake Victoria. Entebbe has a lot to offer like the botanical gardens, craft markets, shopping mall, local food markets and much more. After making up your mind, depending on your flight time, you will be driven to the airport and this marking the end of the trip.
Explore the pearl of Africa starting from Lake Victoria up to the primate capital, have the descent nature walks, track the gorillas and chimps, have fun at the equator points, feel and see the green side of the country as you drive the highlands of Bwindi. Sum up the trip as you interact with the people and say farewell to Uganda as we escort them to the airport.
Day 1: Shoebill tracking |optional Kampala city tour.
Exploring mabamba swamp for the shoebill is worth the visit. keenly enjoy the beauty of this marshy swamp located on the fringes of Lake Victoria while on local motorised boats. The activity takes 2 to 3 hours and after return to your hotel as you prepare for the next days adventure. There’s also an option of visiting the Kampala city or Entebbe town, in areas like the botanical gardens famous for birders and a conducive walk, local markets, shopping malls, and local restaurants. Meals and Accommodation: Boma Guest House Entebbe
Day 2: Transfer to Lake Mburo National Park | Evening Game Drive.
As the morning sun rises over the rolling hills of Uganda, our journey to the western region begins. With a hearty breakfast to fuel our adventure, we set off towards the Equator, making a brief stop at Kayabwe to capture memories of this iconic landmark.
As we continue our journey, the landscape unfolds, revealing the unique terrain and plantations of western Uganda. The Ankole long-horned cattle, with their distinctive horns, graze peacefully in the fields, adding to the region’s natural beauty.
Upon arrival at the lodge, nestled on a rock outcrop, we are greeted by the stunning views of the wilderness. The lodge’s strategic location provides the perfect vantage point to observe the surrounding landscape and wildlife.
As the day draws to a close, we embark on an evening game drive, venturing into the heart of the wilderness. The thrill of spotting leopards, elands, zebras, topis, impalas, and various bird species is exhilarating, and the experience is truly unforgettable.
As night falls, we return to the lodge, where a warm meal and comfortable accommodation await. Reflecting on the day’s adventures, we are filled with a sense of wonder and awe at the natural beauty and wildlife of western Uganda.Rwakobo Rock
Day 3: Morning Nature Walk and Transfer to Bwindi National Park.
Have an early nature walk as you get closer to the animals while on foot. You are escorted by a ranger guide who will give you thorough nature explanations, encounter giraffes, zebras, impalas, topis, and lots of birds. After your wonder nature walk, and leave for the magical land of Bwindi. Enjoy the cascading landscapes, and pure green vegetation with endless tea plantations, via the cool, breathe the Bwindi itself.
The lodge that you will have your two nights is just meters from Bwindi forest, pleasing and enriched with local women making crafts as empowerment for steady progress in the community. Ride 4 A Woman
Day 4: Gorilla Trekking Adventure in Bwindi Forest
The day begins with an early morning meal, building anticipation for the highly awaited gorilla trekking activity. At 8:00 am, trekkers are assigned to a gorilla group, accompanied by two armed rangers and a lead guide, ensuring safety in the wilderness.
The trek itself is a challenging yet exhilarating experience, navigating through thick shrubs and damp floors. Proper gear, including good hiking shoes, rain jackets, and insect repellents, is essential. Physical fitness is also required, although special arrangements can be made for those who need them.
The reward for this effort is a 60-minute viewing of the majestic mountain gorillas, at a distance of 10 meters, while wearing masks to respect their privacy. This intimate encounter is a truly unforgettable experience.
After the trek, participants can opt for a community walk, guided by the locals, to learn about the Batwa people, who once inhabited the Bwindi forest. This optional activity, facilitated by Ride 4 A Woman, provides a unique opportunity to engage with the local culture.
Day 5: Transfer to Queen Elizabeth national park.
Wake up lazily and have your breakfast, later on, have a farewell to the classic Bwindi forest and head to the vast Savannah landscapes of Queen Elizabeth national park.
The drive takes about 4 hours but you will have a brief game drive in the southern sector of the park Ishaha, in search of the tree-climbing lions. Ishasha sector is just a stone’s throw away from the Congo border; this gives a chance to spot the massive migrants from the Congo basin like the humongous Savannah elephants, leopards, and many others.
On your way to the north, you can have a chance to visit the Kasenyi landing site on Lake Edward and see how the fishermen live and spend their time, with a chance to meet the forest elephants of the Maramagambo amidst Queen Elizabeth National Park Meals and Accommodation:Elephant Hab
Day 6: Morning Game Drive | Afternoon Boat Cruise | Transfer to Kibale national park.
wake up early morning and drive to Kasenyi grounds to search for more wildlife like the elephants, lions, leopards. The park is also a home to Uganda Kobs, water bucks, about 600 bird species and the lush vegetation beautifying this albertine stretch. After the game search, leave for Kibale forest park the primate capital. This 2-3 hour drive is beautified by the crater lakes and the chain of the Rwenzori mountains.
Day 7: Chimpanzee Trekking and Optional Community Visit
Wake up early morning and have breakfast and by 7 am set off to the briefing grounds. After the general briefing you are allocated into different groups led by ranger a guide, shortly the tour to the chimpanzees commences. Kibale forest stands to be the primate capital of the world with over 1500 chimpanzees under the park’s equatorial rainforest canopy and other 12 primate species such as the black & white colobus, blue monkey, olive baboon, red-tailed monkey, and grey-cheeked mangabey.
during the course of the trek, the ranger guide, helps you to listen and follow all the possible signs this costs you 2-6 hours depending on where the chimpanzees are located. It takes you one-hour of viewing before you exit the jungle and have the final graduation. You will have an option of visiting the community for interactions and learning a lot on their way of life.
Day 8: Transfer to Entebbe Airport
Enjoy your last adventure breakfast and drive through the gorgeous Fort Portal city just at the fringes of the Rwenzori Mountains to Entebbe through the capital of entertainment Kampala.
