15 Days Uganda & Tanzania Safari
Embark on the ultimate East African adventure with this 15-day Uganda and Tanzania safari, designed for wildlife enthusiasts and adventure seekers. This safari combines the thrill of gorilla trekking in Uganda, chimpanzee tracking, and game drives in Queen Elizabeth, Bwindi, and Kibale National Parks, with the grandeur of Tanzania’s Serengeti, Ngorongoro Crater, Tarangire, and Lake Manyara. Witness the Great Migration, encounter Africa’s iconic Big Five, and experience breathtaking landscapes—from lush rainforests and volcanic mountains to the endless savannahs of the Serengeti. This all-inclusive itinerary offers guided drives, comfortable lodges or luxury tented camps, and once-in-a-lifetime wildlife encounters for an unforgettable African journey.
Day 1: Arrival in Entebbe – Transfer to Kampala
Arrive at Entebbe International Airport in Uganda and transfer to your hotel in Kampala. Rest and enjoy a welcome dinner while your safari guide briefs you on the adventure ahead.
Day 2: Kampala – Kibale Forest National Park (Chimpanzee Tracking)
Drive to Kibale Forest National Park, home to Uganda’s largest chimpanzee population. Enjoy a guided chimpanzee trekking adventure and learn about primate conservation. Overnight at a nearby lodge.
Day 3: Kibale – Queen Elizabeth National Park
Transfer to Queen Elizabeth National Park, with optional stops at Bigodi Wetlands for birdwatching and local culture. Afternoon game drive through the savannah offers sightings of lions, elephants, and buffalo. Overnight in a lodge within the park.
Day 4: Queen Elizabeth – Ishasha Sector & Boat Cruise
Morning game drive in the Ishasha sector, famous for tree-climbing lions. In the afternoon, enjoy a boat cruise on the Kazinga Channel, spotting hippos, crocodiles, and waterbirds. Overnight at a lodge in Queen Elizabeth NP.
Day 5: Queen Elizabeth – Bwindi Impenetrable Forest
Drive to Bwindi Impenetrable Forest, passing scenic landscapes and small villages. Relax at the lodge before preparing for the next day’s gorilla trekking adventure. Overnight in Bwindi.
Day 6: Gorilla Trekking in Bwindi
Early morning briefing, then embark on a gorilla trekking expedition. Spend an hour observing the majestic mountain gorillas in their natural habitat. Return to the lodge for relaxation and dinner.
Day 7: Bwindi – Lake Bunyonyi / Mgahinga (Optional Golden Monkey Tracking)
Morning at leisure or optional Golden Monkey tracking in Mgahinga Gorilla National Park. Afternoon scenic drive around Lake Bunyonyi, enjoying the beautiful hills and terraced landscapes. Overnight near Mgahinga.
Day 8: Bwindi – Transfer to Entebbe
Drive back to Entebbe, stopping at scenic spots and local markets along the way. Overnight in Entebbe.
Day 9: Entebbe – Nairobi, Kenya – Maasai Mara
Fly or drive to Nairobi, Kenya, then transfer to Maasai Mara National Reserve. Afternoon game drive in the reserve to spot lions, elephants, and cheetahs. Overnight at a luxury camp.
Day 10: Maasai Mara Game Drives
Full-day game drives in Maasai Mara, observing the Great Migration (seasonal) and abundant wildlife. Optional hot air balloon safari in the early morning. Overnight in Maasai Mara.
Day 11: Maasai Mara – Serengeti National Park, Tanzania
Drive or fly to Serengeti National Park. Afternoon game drive exploring the northern Serengeti, following the migrating herds. Overnight in a tented camp.
Day 12: Serengeti – Ngorongoro Crater
Morning game drive in Serengeti, then transfer to Ngorongoro Crater. Descend into the crater for an afternoon game drive, spotting lions, elephants, rhinos, and hippos. Overnight at Ngorongoro lodge.
Day 13: Ngorongoro – Tarangire National Park
Drive to Tarangire National Park, known for its massive elephant herds and iconic baobab trees. Afternoon game drive and overnight at a lodge inside the park.
Day 14: Tarangire – Lake Manyara National Park – Arusha
Morning game drive in Tarangire, then proceed to Lake Manyara National Park for birdwatching and tree-climbing lions. Continue to Arusha, arriving in the evening. Overnight in Arusha.
Day 15: Departure from Kilimanjaro / Arusha
After breakfast, transfer to Kilimanjaro International Airport for your departure flight. End of an unforgettable 15-day Uganda and Tanzania Safari, filled with gorilla encounters, chimpanzee tracking, Big Five sightings, and the wonders of the Great Migration.