Explore the icons of East Africa on this enchanting journey across some of the region’s best safari parks.
Spend a spectacular hour with the mountain gorillas on a hike into Bwindi Impenetrable Forest and marvel at the abundant wildlife in Masai Mara, Serengeti National Park, and Ngorongoro Crater. A local cultural visit, nature walk, and optional hot air balloon safari round out a truly unforgettable safari.
End the journey after your safari or continue on with us to explore the island beaches of Zanzibar.
- 13 days | 12 nights
- Uganda, Kenya, Tanzania
Highlights
- Explore Masai Mara , Ngorongoro Crater, and the Serengeti on private game drives
- Visit with the Maasai tribe for an authentic local cultural experience and explore on foot with a nature walk
- Track the mountain gorillas in the forests of Bwindi National Park
Destinations
DAY 1: Entebbe
DAY 2-3: Bwindi National Park
DAY 4-6: Masai Mara National Reserve
DAY 7-10: Serengeti National Park
DAY 11-12: Ngorongoro
DAY 13: Departure
Trip Itinerary
Day 1: In the Pearl of Africa
- 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
- 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
Day 3: Gorilla Trekking in Bwindi
- BWINDI NATIONAL PARK
The hike of a lifetime begins today. 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. Gorilla trekking begins where the gorillas were last seen the previous day.
After your trek, return to your accommodations or set out on a cultural visit in the area.
ACCOMMODATIONS: Bwindi Lodge, Sanctuary Gorilla Forest Camp, Mahogany Springs, Nkuringo Gorilla Lodge, Clouds Mountain Gorilla Lodge
Day 4: Transfer to Masai Mara
- BWINDI NATIONAL PARK & MASAI MARA NATIONAL RESERVE
Transfer to the airstrip for your scheduled flight to Masai Mara via Entebbe. Upon arrival in the Mara, you will be met at the airstrip and transferred to your lodge.
There’s time to relax before setting out on an evening game drive.
ACCOMMODATIONS: Mara Plains Camp, Mahali Mzuri, Sarova Mara, Governors Camp, Kichwa Tembo, Bateleur Camp, Sanctuary Olonana, Angama Mara, or others
Day 5-6: Exploring Masai Mara
- MASAI MARA NATIONAL RESERVE
Over the next two days, explore Masai Mara on game drives. You’ll also have the chance to enjoy a nature walk and a visit with the Maasai tribe for an authentic cultural experience.
If you would like, set out on a hot air balloon safari early in the morning to watch the sun rise over the Mara as the wildlife begins to wake. The experience ends with a bush breakfast awaiting you in the wilderness, with glasses of bubbly to toast your flight.
ACCOMMODATIONS: Mara Plains Camp, Mahali Mzuri, Sarova Mara, Governors Camp, Kichwa Tembo, Bateleur Camp, Sanctuary Olonana, Angama Mara, or others
Day 7: Welcome to the Serengeti
- SERENGETI NATIONAL PARK
In the morning, transfer to the Serengeti via scheduled flights & road transfer. Depending on your season of travel, your travel specialist might recommend a stay in Northern, Central, or Southern Serengeti, or a combination.
Upon arrival, there’s time to relax before setting out on an evening game drive in the park.
ACCOMMODATIONS: North: Lemala Kuria Hills, Singita Mara River Camp, Mara Mara Tented Camp, Sanctuary Kichakani, or others. Central: Dunia Camp, Four Seasons Serengeti, Kubu Kubu Tented Lodge, Sanctuary Kichakani, Lemala Ewanjan, Nyikani Camp, or others.
Day 8-10: Wildlife Viewing in the Serengeti
- SERENGETI NATIONAL PARK
Spend the next few days exploring the Serengeti. Your game drive schedule can be arranged with your guide the day before, with game drives conducted in the morning and evening or as a full day experience with picnic lunch.
ACCOMMODATIONS: North: Lemala Kuria Hills, Singita Mara River Camp, Mara Mara Tented Camp, Sanctuary Kichakani, or others. Central: Dunia Camp, Four Seasons Serengeti, Kubu Kubu Tented Lodge, Sanctuary Kichakani, Lemala Ewanjan, or others.
Day 11: Ngorongoro
- NGORONGORO REGION
In the morning, transfer to the Ngorongoro region, with a stay along the Crater rim or in the Highlands. Enjoy wildlife viewing en-route as you depart the Serengeti.
INCLUDED: All meals, entrance fees and excursions, accommodations.
ACCOMMODATIONS: Kitela Lodge, Gibbs Farm, Plantation Lodge, andBeyond Crater Lodge, Sanctuary Ngorongoro, Lemala Ngorongoro Tented Camp
Day 12: Ngorongoro Crater
- NGORONGORO CRATER
A spectacular experience awaits as you descend into the Ngorongoro Crater on an extended game drive. Afterwards, return to the lodge for dinner and an overnight stay.
INCLUDED: All meals, entrance fees and excursions, accommodations.
ACCOMMODATIONS: Kitela Lodge, Gibbs Farm, Plantation Lodge, andBeyond Crater Lodge, Sanctuary Ngorongoro, Lemala Ngorongoro Tented Camp
Day 13: Departure
- KILIMANJARO
After breakfast, transfer to Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) by road or scheduled flight, arriving 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.
