This remarkable 14-day journey combines the ultimate African adventure—tracking mountain gorillas in Uganda, witnessing world-class wildlife in Tanzania’s iconic parks, and unwinding on the white sandy beaches of Zanzibar. Carefully designed for adventure seekers and nature lovers, the tour balances thrilling game drives, cultural encounters, and moments of pure relaxation.
Day 1: Arrival – Entebbe International Airport
Upon arrival at Entebbe Airport, you will be warmly welcomed by our representative and transferred to your hotel. Depending on your arrival time, you may relax at the lodge or take a short stroll around the leafy neighborhood.
Overnight: Hotel No.5 (High-end) /
Meal Plan: Dinner
Day 2: Entebbe – Lake Mburo National Park (Approx. 4 hrs drive)
After breakfast, begin your journey southwest with a stop at the Equator in Masaka for photos and cultural shopping. Arrive at Lake Mburo National Park in time for lunch. In the afternoon, enjoy a boat cruise on Lake Mburo amidst pods of hippos, basking crocodiles, and waterbirds such as fish eagles and kingfishers. Later, enjoy an adventurous sunset mountain biking safari, spotting zebras, giraffes, impalas, elands, buffalo, and oribis as the sun dips behind the acacia woodlands.
Overnight: Mihingo Lodge (High-end) /
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 3: Lake Mburo – Bwindi Impenetrable National Park (Approx. 5 hrs drive)
This morning, set off on a unique horseback safari, an unforgettable way to explore Lake Mburo’s rolling savannah. The absence of engine noise allows close encounters with wildlife—zebras curiously approach, elands linger nearby, and if lucky, even leopards may be spotted. After lunch, continue your journey through Uganda’s scenic highlands to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and home to the endangered mountain gorilla.
Overnight: Buhoma Lodge / Mahogany Springs (High-end)
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 4: Gorilla Trekking – Bwindi Impenetrable Forest
After an early breakfast, transfer to the park headquarters for a gorilla trekking briefing. Equipped with packed lunch and hiking gear, set out with rangers into the dense rainforest. Trekking can take 2–6 hours depending on the location of the gorilla family, but the reward is an awe-inspiring hour in the company of these gentle giants—one of the most moving wildlife encounters on earth. In the afternoon, visit a local village for a community walk, experiencing traditional life, local crafts, and farming practices. This is also a way of directly supporting the communities living around Bwindi.
Overnight: Buhoma Lodge / Mahogany Springs (High-end)
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 5: Fly Bwindi – Entebbe – Arusha (Tanzania)
After breakfast, transfer to Kihihi Airstrip for your morning flight (09:45) to Entebbe, arriving at 11:25. Connect with your afternoon flight to Kilimanjaro International Airport. Upon arrival, our Tanzanian representative will welcome you and transfer you to your lodge set amidst the tranquil coffee plantations on the outskirts of Arusha. Enjoy a pre-safari briefing and relax.
Overnight: Arusha Coffee Lodge – Plantation Room
Meal Plan: Bed & Breakfast
Day 6: Arusha – Ngorongoro Conservation Area (Approx. 3 hrs drive)
Depart after breakfast for the Ngorongoro Highlands via the villages of Mto wa Mbu and Karatu. Arrive at your lodge for lunch with the afternoon at leisure to enjoy the breathtaking scenery. Optional activities such as horse riding are available.
Overnight: The Manor at Ngorongoro – Luxury Cottage
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 7: Ngorongoro Crater Safari
Today, descend into the world-famous Ngorongoro Crater, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of Africa’s Seven Natural Wonders. The crater floor teems with wildlife including lions, elephants, buffaloes, black rhinos, cheetahs, hyenas, and countless antelopes. Picnic lunch will be enjoyed inside the crater before ascending back to the lodge in the late afternoon.
Overnight: The Manor at Ngorongoro – Luxury Cottage
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 8: Ngorongoro – Serengeti National Park (Flight)
After breakfast, transfer to Manyara Airstrip for your scheduled flight to Serengeti, arriving mid-morning. Your guide will transfer you to your lodge with game viewing en route. After lunch, embark on your first Serengeti game drive, exploring the endless plains in search of the Big Five.
Overnight: Four Seasons Serengeti Lodge – Savannah View Room
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 9: Full Day in Serengeti
Spend a full day exploring Serengeti, famous for its vast savannahs and rich wildlife. Game drives can be customized—either early morning and late afternoon, or a full-day safari with picnic lunch. The park is home to the annual Great Migration, predators like cheetahs and lions, and diverse birdlife.
Optional: Experience a breathtaking hot air balloon safari over the Serengeti at sunrise (must be booked in advance).
Overnight: Four Seasons Serengeti Lodge – Savannah View Room
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 10: Serengeti – Zanzibar (Flight)
Enjoy a final morning game drive before transferring to Seronera Airstrip for your flight to Zanzibar via Arusha. Arrive in the afternoon and transfer to your beachfront resort. Relax as the turquoise waters of the Indian Ocean welcome you to paradise.
Overnight: Bluebay Beach Resort – Garden View Room
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Days 11–13: Zanzibar Beach Stay
Spend three full days at leisure on Zanzibar’s pristine beaches. Relax under palm trees, swim in the warm Indian Ocean, or indulge in optional activities such as snorkeling, diving, spice plantation tours, or Stone Town excursions. Evenings can be enjoyed with oceanfront dinners and traditional Swahili hospitality.
Overnight: Bluebay Beach Resort – Garden View Room
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Dinner
Day 14: Departure – Zanzibar International Airport
After breakfast, check out by 10:00 and transfer to Zanzibar Airport for your onward flight.
Meal Plan: Breakfast
End of Services
- All airport transfers (Uganda, Tanzania & Zanzibar).
- Transportation in 4×4 safari vehicle (Uganda & Tanzania).
- Accommodation and meals as per itinerary.
- One Gorilla Permit (Uganda) per person.
- Park entrance fees (Uganda & Tanzania).
- Game drives and guided nature walks.
- Horse riding and mountain biking in Lake Mburo.
- Boat trip on Lake Mburo & Kazinga Channel.
- Scheduled domestic flights (Bwindi–Entebbe, Serengeti–Zanzibar).
- Zanzibar airport transfers and 4 nights’ accommodation (half board).
- AMREF Emergency Evacuation Insurance.
- International flights from home country.
- Visa fees (Uganda & Tanzania).
- Tips, porterage, laundry, and personal expenses.
- Soft drinks and alcoholic beverages.
- Optional excursions (e.g. Serengeti balloon safari, Zanzibar activities).
- Covid-19 testing fees (if applicable).
- Zanzibar infrastructure tax (USD 1 per person per night).