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Arrival
Day 1
Drive to Lake Nakuru – Afternoon Game Drive
Drive to Lake Nakuru – Afternoon Game Drive
You will be warmly welcomed at the airport or hotel by your private guide. After a short briefing, step into your private Land Cruiser and head west as you make your way to Lake Nakuru National Park.
You'll arrive at Lake Nakuru in the early afternoon and head straight into the park for an afternoon game drive. Known for its flamingos, endangered white rhinos, and lions, Nakuru offers a very different safari environment. Watch the sun begin to set over the lake as you check into your lodge or camp for the night.
Transfer time: 4 hours.
- Main Destination:
- Lake Nakuru National Park (Kenya)
- Accommodation:
- Lake Nakuru Sopa Lodge
Wildlife in Lake Nakuru NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 2
Lake Nakuru Game Drive and to Masai Mara
Lake Nakuru Game Drive and to Masai Mara
Wake up early for a morning game drive through Lake Nakuru National Park, a beautiful reserve known for its diverse wildlife and shimmering alkaline lake. Keep your eyes peeled for white and black rhinos grazing on the open plains, Rothschild’s giraffes silhouetted against the acacia trees, and an impressive array of birdlife — from pelicans to the famous flamingos that paint the lake’s edge pink when water levels are right.
Afterward, we drive through the Great Rift Valley as we make our way to the world-famous Masai Mara.
Arrive in the Masai Mara by early evening, where you can settle into your lodge and enjoy a relaxed evening, or choose to visit a traditional Maasai village (Manyatta).
Transfer time: 4-5 hours.
- Main Destination:
- Masai Mara National Reserve (Kenya)
- Accommodation:
- Kobe Mara Camp
Wildlife in Masai Mara NR
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 3
Full-Day Game Drive in Masai Mara
Full-Day Game Drive in Masai Mara
After an early breakfast, set off on a full-day game drive inside the Masai Mara National Reserve. This park is one of Africa’s best safari destinations, known for its incredible density of wildlife and rolling savannah landscapes. Expect to encounter lions, elephants, giraffes, buffalo, and leopards.
You’ll also have a chance to see cheetahs hunting on the open plains and hippos wallowing in the Mara River. Depending on the season, you may even witness the Great Migration. Lunch will be served picnic-style in the bush, before continuing your wildlife adventure into the afternoon.
- Main Destination:
- Masai Mara National Reserve (Kenya)
- Accommodation:
- Kobe Mara Camp
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 4
Safari in Masai Mara and Serengeti National Park
Safari in Masai Mara and Serengeti National Park
Your second day in the Masai Mara gives you another chance to explore new areas of the reserve and deepen your wildlife sightings. Head out at dawn for optimal viewing and follow fresh tracks with your guide, possibly catching dramatic predator-prey interactions in the golden morning light.
After your morning game drive, you will cross the border into Serengeti, where a local Tanzanian guide will be waiting to welcome you and continue your journey. From there, you will embark on a game drive through the vast plains of the Serengeti, enjoying wildlife sightings along the way as you make your way to your lodge located inside the park.
Transfer time: 3-4 hours.
- Main Destination:
- Northern Serengeti National Park (Tanzania)
- Accommodation:
- Africa Safari Serengeti Ikoma Camp
Wildlife in Serengeti NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 5
Full Day in the Heart of the Serengeti
Full Day in the Heart of the Serengeti
Today is dedicated entirely to exploring the Serengeti, allowing you to fully immerse yourself in its rhythm and scale. With no rush, your guide will tailor the game drives based on wildlife movements, taking you to prime areas known for predator activity and large concentrations of plains game. Each drive offers something different, from dramatic hunting scenes to quiet moments observing animals in their natural behavior.
Between game drives, you’ll have time to relax, enjoy the scenery, and reflect on the incredible diversity of life surrounding you. The Serengeti’s open landscapes provide exceptional photographic opportunities, with golden light, wide skies, and iconic wildlife creating unforgettable moments throughout the day.
- Main Destination:
- Central Serengeti National Park (Tanzania)
- Accommodation:
- Africa Safari Serengeti Ikoma Camp
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 6
Morning in Serengeti & Descending into the Ngorongoro Crater
Morning in Serengeti & Descending into the Ngorongoro Crater
An early morning game drive offers one last opportunity to experience the Serengeti at its most active. As the sun rises, predators return from their ноч hunts, and herbivores begin grazing across the plains. This is often one of the most rewarding times to spot lions, cheetahs, and hyenas in action.
Later in the morning, you’ll begin your journey toward the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. This brings one of the safari’s true highlights: descending into the Ngorongoro Crater. This natural amphitheater is home to an extraordinary concentration of wildlife, including elephants, lions, buffalo, hippos, and the critically endangered black rhino. The crater floor offers year-round water and grazing, making wildlife sightings consistently exceptional.
- Main Destination:
- Ngorongoro Crater (Tanzania)
- Accommodation:
- Eileen's Trees Inn
Wildlife in Ngorongoro Crater
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 7
Kigali Tour and Volcanoes National Park
Kigali Tour and Volcanoes National Park
This morning, you will fly to Rwanda, where the next part of your journey begins with a pickup from Kigali International Airport by your private guide. You'll travel comfortably in a well-equipped safari vehicle.
You'll start the day with a guided Kigali city tour, including a moving visit to the Genocide Memorial, vibrant local craft markets, and key cultural landmarks that offer insight into Rwanda.
After the city tour, you'll depart for Volcanoes National Park, a scenic drive through Rwanda’s beautiful countryside.
Transfer time: 3 hours.
- Main Destination:
- Kigali (Rwanda)
- Accommodation:
- Kinigi Cottage
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 8
Golden Monkey Trekking or Dian Fossey Hike
Golden Monkey Trekking or Dian Fossey Hike
Today’s adventure offers a choice between two unforgettable experiences: You can choose to track the vibrant and energetic Golden Monkeys, known for their striking orange-gold coats and playful nature. Found only in a few places in the world, these rare primates leap through the lush greenery of the Virunga Mountains in large, lively troops—making for an incredible sight and a dream for photographers and wildlife lovers alike.
Alternatively, you may opt for a hike to the Dian Fossey Tomb, a powerful and moving journey through the forest to the resting place of the legendary primatologist. Along the way, you'll learn about her tireless work to protect mountain gorillas and the legacy she left behind in these misty mountains.
Afterwards, begin your scenic drive to Bwindi Impenetrable Forest.
Transfer time: 2-3 hours.
- Main Destination:
- Volcanoes National Park (Gorillas)
- Accommodation:
- Rushaga Gorilla Lodge
Wildlife in Volcanoes NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 9
Gorilla Trekking in Bwindi Forest
Gorilla Trekking in Bwindi Forest
Today you’ll trek in Bwindi Impenetrable Forest, a UNESCO World Heritage Site that is home to nearly half of the world’s remaining mountain gorillas. After a short briefing, set off with your guide into the forest to track one of the habituated gorilla families. Once located, you’ll spend one unforgettable hour observing them up close — playing, moving through the trees, and interacting with each other in their natural environment.
After the trek, continue your journey to Lake Bunyonyi, one of the deepest lakes in Africa, known for its scenic beauty and dotted with terraced hills and small islands. Settle in and enjoy the peaceful lakeside atmosphere.
Transfer time: 1-2 hours.
- Main Destination:
- Bwindi Impenetrable National Park (Gorillas)
- Accommodation:
-
Itambira Island Resort
Wildlife in Bwindi Impenetrable NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 10
Private Boat on Lake Bunyonyi
Private Boat on Lake Bunyonyi
Lake Bunyonyi, often called the “Switzerland of Africa,” is framed by misty hills and scattered with 29 story-filled islands. This morning, you’ll set out on a tranquil boat excursion to explore some of these islands, admire the breathtaking scenery, and experience the rhythms of local life along the lakeshore.
After your boat adventure, begin the scenic journey to Queen Elizabeth National Park. Upon arrival, check into your lodge, perfectly situated on the park’s edge — where elephants and other wildlife are often seen grazing nearby.
Enjoy a relaxing evening and dinner as you soak in the sounds of the wilderness and prepare for tomorrow’s thrilling game drive.
Transfer time: 3-4 hours.
- Main Destination:
- Lake Bunyonyi (Uganda)
- Accommodation:
- Tabingi Safari Lodge
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 11
Game Drive and Boat Safari at Kazinga Channel
Game Drive and Boat Safari at Kazinga Channel
Start your morning with a scenic drive through Queen Elizabeth National Park, one of Uganda’s premier wildlife destinations. The park is home to an incredible variety of animals, including lions, elephants, buffaloes, and elusive leopards often seen lounging in the shade.
In the afternoon, set off on a boat safari along the Kazinga Channel, home to one of the world’s largest hippo populations. You’ll glide past massive pods of hippos, crocodiles basking on the banks, and large herds of elephants and buffaloes coming to drink. Few places in Africa offer such consistent and close-up encounters with wildlife.
After continuing with another game drive for sunset hour!
- Main Destination:
- Queen Elizabeth National Park (Uganda)
- Accommodation:
- Tabingi Safari Lodge
Wildlife in Queen Elizabeth NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 12
Chimpanzee Trekking in Kalinzu Forest
Chimpanzee Trekking in Kalinzu Forest
This morning, head for chimpanzee trekking experience at Kalinzu Forest. With the guidance of expert trackers, you’ll follow signs through the forest until you find one of the habituated chimp families. Once located, you’ll spend one hour observing their interactions—grooming, feeding, or moving through the canopy. It’s an up-close and authentic encounter with one of our closest animal relatives.
Afterward, you'll begin your journey toward Lake Mburo. As you travel, keep an eye out for some of the park’s wildlife, which occasionally wanders beyond its boundaries, as well as flocks of Uganda’s famous Ankole cows with their impressive horns. You'll arrive at your lodge in time to relax and prepare for tomorrow's exploration.
Transfer time: 3 hours.
- Main Destination:
- Kalinzu Forest Reserve (Chimps)
- Accommodation:
- Hyena Hill Lodge
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 13
Walking Safari at Lake Mburo National Park
Walking Safari at Lake Mburo National Park
Begin the day with a guided walking safari, led by an armed ranger — a unique way to get closer to the animals in Lake Mburo National Park. The park is one of the best places in Uganda to see large herds of zebras and the striking Rothschild’s giraffe. You may also encounter topis, elands, and other antelope species, along with a wide variety of birdlife.
After the walk, you'll begin the drive back to Entebbe. Along the way, you'll stop at the Equator for photos and a chance to pick up some local crafts. You’re expected to arrive in Entebbe by early evening to check into your lodge and rest.
Transfer time: 5 hours.
- Main Destination:
- Lake Mburo National Park (Uganda)
- Accommodation:
- ViaVia Entebbe Guesthouse
Wildlife in Lake Mburo NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 14
Search for Shoebills at Mabamba Swamp
Search for Shoebills at Mabamba Swamp
Begin your final day in Uganda with a morning boat trip on Lake Victoria — the largest lake in Africa. You'll head out as the sun rises, passing early-morning fishermen before reaching the Mabamba Swamps, one of the best places in the world to see the elusive shoebills.
From here, accompanied by a birding guide, you'll switch to a traditional canoe and glide deeper into the swamp channels.
Spotting a shoebill in the wild is a special moment — this rare bird, with its massive beak and prehistoric look, is often described as “something out of the dinosaur age.”
After the excursion, return to Entebbe for airport dropoff.
- Main Destination:
- Mabamba Swamp (Uganda)
- Accommodation:
- No accommodation (End of tour)
- Meals & Drinks:
