Back-to-back gorilla treks, incredible game drives, and epic wildlife viewing set the stage for this journey across Uganda and Northern Tanzania.
Designed for witnessing the Crossing Season of the Great Migration, you’ll explore two regions of the Serengeti in search of the massive wildebeest herds as they make their way north. You’ll also explore Ngorongoro Crater and trek into Uganda’s forests to meet the mountain gorillas that live there.
This journey includes several of our most-requested experiences, curated together to create one unforgettable safari.
- 12 days | 11 nights
- Uganda & Tanzania
Highlights
- Meet the mountain gorillas of Bwindi National Park, Uganda
- Witness the Wildebeest Migration during river crossing season with game drives in Northern & Central Serengeti
- Explore Ngorongoro Crater on a game drive on the crater floor
Destinations
DAY 1: Entebbe
DAY 2-4: Bwindi National Park
DAY 5: Arusha
DAY 6: Lake Manyara National Park
DAY 7: Ngorongoro Crater
DAY 8-11: Serengeti National Park
DAY 12: Departure
Trip Itinerary
Day 1: Welcome to Uganda
- ENTEBBE
Karibu—a very warm welcome to Uganda! Upon arrival at Entebbe International Airport, you will be picked up by a representative of Hornbill Treks & Safaris and transferred to your accommodations in Entebbe. Enjoy the rest of the evening at your leisure.
ACCOMMODATIONS: Hotel No. 5, Lake Victoria Serena, Boma Hotel Entebbe
Day 2: Bwindi National Park
- ENTEBBE & BWINDI NATIONAL PARK
In the morning, transfer to the airport for your scheduled flight to Bwindi. From there, transfer to your lodge for check-in. Relax and enjoy the amenities of your lodge or venture out on an optional activity in the region.
ACCOMMODATIONS: Bwindi Lodge, Sanctuary Gorilla Forest Camp, Mahogany Springs, Nkuringo Gorilla Lodge, Clouds Mountain Gorilla Lodge, Buhoma Lodge
Day 3-4: Gorilla Trekking in Bwindi
- BWINDI NATIONAL PARK
Over these next two days, set out on gorilla treks in Bwindi. After breakfast we will meet the park rangers who will be our guides for the day, and then we will start the trek in search of the exquisite mountain gorillas of Uganda. Trekking can last between thirty minutes and eight hours, but once you discover the gorillas, you will be able to spend one unforgettable hour with them.
After your trek, return to your accommodations or set out on a cultural visit in the area. If desired, add on our exclusive Beyond the Trek Session to meet with a local conservationist and learn about the care and protection of the mountain gorillas.
ACCOMMODATIONS: Bwindi Lodge, Sanctuary Gorilla Forest Camp, Mahogany Springs, Nkuringo Gorilla Lodge, Clouds Mountain Gorilla Lodge, Buhoma Lodge
Day 5: Transfer to Arusha
- BWINDI & ARUSHA
Transfer to the airstrip for your scheduled flight to Entebbe, before connecting onwards to your flight to Kilimanjaro. Upon arrival, in Tanzania, you will be met and transferred to your lodge in Arusha.
ACCOMMODATIONS: Katambuga House, Legendary Lodge, Arusha Coffee Lodge
Day 6: Wildlife Viewing in Lake Manyara National Park
- LAKE MANYARA NATIONAL PARK & KARATU
In the morning, set out for Lake Manyara National Park, enjoying a cultural visit in the region along the way, with a village walk in Mto wa Mbu. Then, explore Lake Manyara on a game drive–including a search for the park’s famous tree-climbing lions–before continuing on to your lodge in nearby Karatu or along the Crater Rim.
ACCOMMODATIONS: Gibbs Farm, Kitela Lodge, Plantation Lodge, &Beyond Crater Lodge, Sanctuary Ngorongoro, Lemala Ngorongoro
Day 7: Ngorongoro Crater
- NGORONGORO CRATER
A spectacular experience awaits as you descend into the Ngorongoro Crater on an extended game drive, with a picnic lunch in the Crater. Afterwards, return to the lodge for dinner and an overnight stay.
ACCOMMODATIONS: Gibbs Farm, Kitela Lodge, Plantation Lodge, &Beyond Crater Lodge, Sanctuary Ngorongoro, Lemala Ngorongoro
Day 8-9: Central Serengeti
- SERENGETI NATIONAL PARK
In the morning, transfer to Central Serengeti with a game drive en-route (or opt for a scheduled light aircraft flight). End the day at your accommodations, taking in classic views of the savanna.
The following day holds game drives in the Serengeti, which is home to abundant wildlife year-round. You might opt to do a morning and evening game drive, or set out on a full-day game drive with a picnic lunch. Your daily schedule can be determined with your guide the day before.
ACCOMMODATIONS: Lemala Nanyukie, Four Seasons Serengeti, Kubu Kubu Tented Lodge, Lemala Ewanjan, Siringit Serengeti Camp, or others.
Day 10-11: Northern Serengeti
- SERENGETI NATIONAL PARK
In the morning, transfer to the northern region of the park, arriving at your lodge for lunch. The main draw of Northern Serengeti is the wildebeest migration–on game drives, you’ll have a chance to search for the spectacular herds as they thunder across the river to Kenya’s Masai Mara National Reserve.
ACCOMMODATIONS: Lemala Kuria Hills, Singita Mara River Camp, Mara Mara Tented Camp, Sanctuary Kichakani, or others.
Day 12: Departure
- KILIMANJARO
After breakfast, transfer to the airstrip for your scheduled flight to Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) in time for your outbound international flight. Or, continue your journey with a transfer to Zanzibar to explore Stone Town and relax along the shores of the Indian Ocean–see a sample itinerary here.
How It Works
1. Share Your Inspiration
We’ll listen to your aspirations and discuss the experiences that will meet your travel needs.
2. We'll Plan & Fine-Tune
We’ll put our knowledge of the region to work and create a personalized safari for you.
3. Reserve Your Safari
When you’re ready to book, we’ll handle the details of reserving everything for your trip.
