Ultimate East Africa Safari – Kenya, Tanzania & Gorilla Trekking in Uganda

Duration: 14 Days / 13 Nights

Route: JKIA (Nairobi) ➝ Masai Mara (2 nights) ➝ Serengeti (2 nights) ➝ Ngorongoro (1 night) ➝ Arusha (1 night) ➝ Entebbe (Uganda) ➝ Bwindi Impenetrable Forest (2 nights) ➝ Lake Bunyonyi (1 night) ➝ Entebbe (1 night) ➝ Departure / Optional Jinja

Destinations: Nairobi, Masai Mara (Kenya) – Serengeti, Ngorongoro (Tanzania) – Bwindi Impenetrable Forest (Uganda)

Package Type: Mid-Range Safari

Best Time to Visit: June – October (Dry Season, Best Wildlife Viewing) & December – March (Great for Gorilla Trekking & Big Five Safaris)

This 14-day East African safari is the ultimate adventure for wildlife lovers, covering the Big Five safari experience in Masai Mara, Serengeti, and Ngorongoro Crater before heading to Uganda for an unforgettable gorilla trekking experience in Bwindi Impenetrable Forest.

Expect breathtaking landscapes, rich cultural encounters, and world-class wildlife viewing as you explore the greatest safari destinations in Africa.

Mid-Range Hotel Options:

Basecamp Masai Mara (Kenya) – Beautiful eco-friendly lodge in prime location.
Serengeti Heritage Camp (Tanzania) – Tented camp close to migration routes.
Ngorongoro Rhino Lodge (Tanzania) – Cozy lodge near the crater rim.
Ichumbi Gorilla Lodge (Uganda) – Perfect for gorilla trekking access.
Birdnest @ Bunyonyi (Uganda) – Stunning views of the lake.
Boma Hotel Entebbe (Uganda) – Best for relaxation before flights.

Why Choose This Safari?

✔ Covers the best parks in Kenya, Tanzania, and Uganda.
✔ High chances of seeing the Big Five & Great Migration.
✔ Once-in-a-lifetime gorilla trekking experience.
✔ Comfortable mid-range accommodations in prime locations.
✔ Mix of wildlife, culture, and adventure.

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EXCLUSIONS

✅ 13 nights’ accommodation in mid-range lodges or tented camps
✅ Full-board meals (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
✅ All park entry fees (Masai Mara, Serengeti, Ngorongoro, Bwindi)
✅ Professional English-speaking safari guide
✅ Unlimited game drives in a 4×4 Land Cruiser with a pop-up roof
✅ 1 Gorilla trekking permit per person ($700)
✅ Bottled drinking water throughout the safari
✅ Kenya-Tanzania-Uganda border assistance
✅ Airport/hotel transfers

❌ International flights
❌ Visa fees (Kenya, Tanzania & Uganda require separate visas)
❌ Optional activities (Hot air balloon safari, Maasai village visit, Jinja tours)
❌ Tips and personal expenses

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Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival in Nairobi, Kenya

Pick-up from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) and transfer to hotel.
Safari briefing and optional Nairobi city tour (Giraffe Centre, Karen Blixen Museum).
Dinner and overnight at Tamarind Tree Hotel / Sarova Stanley Hotel.

Day 2:Nairobi – Transfer to Masai Mara

Scenic drive (approx. 5-6 hours) through the Great Rift Valley to Masai Mara.
Arrive for lunch & check-in at the lodge.
Afternoon game drive in search of lions, leopards, elephants, and cheetahs.
Dinner and overnight at Mara Sopa Lodge / Zebra Plains Camp / Basecamp Masai Mara.

Day 3: Full-Day Safari in Masai Mara – The Great Migration

Early morning game drive for predator sightings.
Full-day safari with picnic lunch at Mara River (seasonal migration crossings).
Optional Maasai village visit in the evening.
Dinner and overnight stay.

Day 4: Masai Mara – Transfer to Serengeti, Tanzania

Morning game drive, then drive to Isebania Border (Kenya-Tanzania).
Cross into Tanzania and enter Serengeti National Park.
Game drive en route to the lodge/camp.
Dinner and overnight at Serengeti Heritage Camp / Serengeti Serena Lodge / Kubu Kubu Tented Camp.

Day 5:Full-Day Game Drive in Serengeti National Park

Sunrise game drive to spot lions, cheetahs, and leopards.
Follow the Great Migration herds (seasonal).
Full-day game drive with picnic lunch.
Dinner and overnight stay.

Day 6: Serengeti – Transfer to Ngorongoro Crater

Morning safari in Serengeti, then drive to Ngorongoro Conservation Area.
Check-in at your lodge near the crater rim.
Dinner and overnight at Ngorongoro Rhino Lodge / Ngorongoro Serena Safari Lodge.

Day 7:Ngorongoro Crater Safari – Transfer to Arusha

Early morning descent into Ngorongoro Crater, home to black rhinos, lions, and elephants.
Picnic lunch inside the crater, then drive to Arusha (approx. 4 hours).

Dinner and overnight at Arusha Planet Lodge / Mount Meru Hotel

Day 8:Flight from Arusha to Entebbe, Uganda – Transfer to Bwindi

Morning flight from Arusha to Entebbe, Uganda.
Drive to Bwindi Impenetrable Forest (approx. 7-8 hours) or take a short domestic flight.
Check-in at the lodge and relax before the gorilla trek.
Dinner and overnight at Ichumbi Gorilla Lodge / Bakiga Lodge / Mahogany Springs Lodge.

Day 9:Gorilla Trekking in Bwindi Impenetrable Forest

Early breakfast, then transfer to Bwindi Park Headquarters.
Gorilla trekking briefing, then hike through the rainforest to find a habituated gorilla family (trek duration: 2-6 hours).
One hour with the gorillas, observing their behavior.
Return to the lodge for dinner and relaxation.

Day 10:Bwindi – Transfer to Lake Bunyonyi

Scenic drive to Lake Bunyonyi (approx. 3 hours), known for stunning landscapes and birdlife.
Boat ride & cultural visit to local communities.
Dinner and overnight at Birdnest @ Bunyonyi / Arcadia Lodge.

Day 11: Lake Bunyonyi – Transfer to Entebbe

Leisurely morning at Lake Bunyonyi, then drive back to Entebbe.
Optional visit to the Uganda Wildlife Education Centre or craft markets.
Dinner and overnight at Boma Hotel Entebbe / Papyrus Guesthouse.

Day 12:Departure or Optional Jinja Adventure

Transfer to Entebbe International Airport (EBB) for your departure flight.
Optional 1-day extension to Jinja for white-water rafting or a Nile River cruise.

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Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival in Nairobi, Kenya

Day 2:Nairobi – Transfer to Masai Mara

Day 3: Full-Day Safari in Masai Mara – The Great Migration

Day 4: Masai Mara – Transfer to Serengeti, Tanzania

Day 5:Full-Day Game Drive in Serengeti National Park

Day 6: Serengeti – Transfer to Ngorongoro Crater

Day 7:Ngorongoro Crater Safari – Transfer to Arusha

Day 8:Flight from Arusha to Entebbe, Uganda – Transfer to Bwindi

Day 9:Gorilla Trekking in Bwindi Impenetrable Forest

Day 10:Bwindi – Transfer to Lake Bunyonyi

Day 11: Lake Bunyonyi – Transfer to Entebbe

Day 12:Departure or Optional Jinja Adventure

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Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival in Nairobi, Kenya

Day 2:Nairobi – Transfer to Masai Mara

Day 3: Full-Day Safari in Masai Mara – The Great Migration

Day 4: Masai Mara – Transfer to Serengeti, Tanzania

Day 5:Full-Day Game Drive in Serengeti National Park

Day 6: Serengeti – Transfer to Ngorongoro Crater

Day 7:Ngorongoro Crater Safari – Transfer to Arusha

Day 8:Flight from Arusha to Entebbe, Uganda – Transfer to Bwindi

Day 9:Gorilla Trekking in Bwindi Impenetrable Forest

Day 10:Bwindi – Transfer to Lake Bunyonyi

Day 11: Lake Bunyonyi – Transfer to Entebbe

Day 12:Departure or Optional Jinja Adventure

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