15-Day Gorilla Trekking Great Migration and Zanzibar Tour

• You'll be collected from the airport.
• Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.

Arrival in Kigali Rwanda

Upon arrival at Kigali International Airport, you will be warmly welcomed by your professional safari guide from Safari 2 Gorilla Tours Company Limited. After introductions and a short safari briefing, transfer to your hotel in Kigali. Depending on your arrival time, spend the remainder of the day relaxing at the hotel or exploring the nearby surroundings at your leisure. Enjoy dinner and an overnight stay in Rwanda’s welcoming capital.
Accommodation: kigali Marriott Hotel or similar
Meal Plan: Bed and Breakfast.

Main Destination:

Kigali (Rwanda)

Activities:

• No wildlife-viewing activities on this day

Accommodation:

Kigali Marriott Hotel

• Luxury hotel located in Kigali (Rwanda)

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Meals & Drinks:

• Meals at own expense
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Kigali Genocide Memorial and Transfer to Bwindi

Following an early breakfast, visit the Kigali Genocide Memorial, an important historical and educational site commemorating the 1994 Genocide against the Tutsi. Learn about Rwanda’s history, remembrance and remarkable journey towards recovery. Afterwards, depart Kigali and travel through the scenic landscapes of southwestern Rwanda, crossing into Uganda and continuing to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park. Arrive at your lodge, check in and enjoy the peaceful forest surroundings ahead of your gorilla trekking adventure.
Accommodation: Buhoma Lodge or similar
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner.

Main Destination:

Bwindi Impenetrable National Park (Gorillas)

Best Time To Visit June to August and December to February (Gorilla trekking is easiest)

High Season June to September (Gorilla permits are scarce)

Best Weather June to July and December to February (Less rainfall)

Wildlife in Bwindi Impenetrable NP

GorillaCommon

ChimpanzeeRare

ElephantRare

White RhinoNone

Black RhinoNone

LionNone

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GiraffeNone

LeopardNone

CheetahNone

BuffaloNone

ZebraNone

WildebeestNone

HippoNone

Activities:

• Morning nature hike/walk

Accommodation:

Buhoma Lodge

• Luxury lodge inside Bwindi Impenetrable NP (Gorillas, Uganda)

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Gorilla Trekking in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park

After an early breakfast, proceed to the park headquarters for a briefing by Uganda Wildlife Authority rangers before entering Bwindi Impenetrable Forest in search of a habituated mountain gorilla family. Accompanied by experienced trackers and park rangers, navigate the beautiful rainforest in search of these endangered primates. Once the gorillas are located, spend one unforgettable hour observing their behaviour, interactions and family dynamics in their natural habitat. Afterwards, return to your lodge to relax and reflect on this remarkable wildlife encounter.
Accommodation: Buhoma Lodge or similar
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner.

Main Destination:

Bwindi Impenetrable National Park (Gorillas)

Activities:

• Gorilla tracking

Accommodation:

Buhoma Lodge

• Luxury lodge inside Bwindi Impenetrable NP (Gorillas, Uganda)

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Transfer from Bwindi to Kibale National Park

After breakfast, depart Bwindi Impenetrable National Park and journey towards Kibale National Park, one of Africa’s most important primate destinations. Enjoy spectacular views of southwestern Uganda’s rolling hills, terraced agricultural landscapes, traditional villages and beautiful countryside along the way. The journey offers opportunities to appreciate rural Ugandan life and its scenic surroundings. Arrive near Kibale Forest in the afternoon, check in at your lodge and enjoy the peaceful natural environment. The remainder of the day is reserved for relaxation ahead of tomorrow’s chimpanzee trekking adventure.
Accommodation: Chimpundu Lodge or similar Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner.

Main Destination:

Kibale National Park (Chimps)

Best Time To Visit January to February and June to July (Chimp trekking is easiest)

High Season June to September (Peak time for Uganda)

Best Weather January to February and June to July (Least rain)

Wildlife in Kibale NP

ChimpanzeeCommon

ElephantOccasional

BuffaloOccasional

LionVery Rare

LeopardVery Rare

HippoRare

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GiraffeNone

White RhinoNone

Black RhinoNone

CheetahNone

ZebraNone

WildebeestNone

Activities:

• No wildlife-viewing activities on this day

Accommodation:

Chimpundu Lodge

• Luxury lodge bordering Kibale NP (Chimps, Uganda) without fences

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Chimpanzee Trekking and Bigodi Wetland Walk

Following breakfast, head to the Kanyanchu Visitor Centre in Kibale National Park for a briefing before entering the rainforest in search of wild chimpanzees. Accompanied by experienced park rangers, explore the forest and observe these fascinating primates in their natural habitat, spending up to one hour with them once located. In the afternoon, enjoy a guided community walk through Bigodi Wetland Sanctuary, renowned for its rich biodiversity, colourful birdlife, monkeys and community-based conservation initiatives. Return to your lodge for dinner and overnight.
Accommodation: Chimpundu Lodge or similar Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner.

Main Destination:

Kibale National Park (Chimps)

Activities:

• Morning chimpanzee tracking & afternoon nature hike/walk

Accommodation:

Chimpundu Lodge

• Luxury lodge bordering Kibale NP (Chimps, Uganda) without fences

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Transfer to Mbarara and Ankole Longhorn Cattle Experience

After breakfast, depart Kibale and travel towards Mbarara through Uganda’s beautiful western countryside. Enjoy scenic views of traditional homesteads, rolling hills, farmlands and rural communities along the way. Arrive at Emburara Farm Lodge in time for lunch and check in. Later in the afternoon, experience the unique Ankole longhorn cattle culture, learning about the significance of these magnificent cattle in the traditions, livelihoods and heritage of the Ankole people. Enjoy the peaceful farm surroundings, dinner and overnight at the lodge.
Accommodation: Emburara Farm Lodge or similar
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner.

Main Destination:

Mbarara (Town, Uganda)

Activities:

• No wildlife-viewing activities on this day

Accommodation:

Emburara Farm Lodge

• Mid-range lodgenear Mbarara (Town, Uganda)

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Transfer to Tanzania via Mutukula Border and Flight to Mwanza

After breakfast, depart Mbarara and drive towards the Mutukula border crossing between Uganda and Tanzania. Complete the immigration and customs formalities before continuing to Bukoba, Tanzania. Upon arrival, proceed to Bukoba Airport for your scheduled domestic flight to Mwanza, a beautiful lakeside city situated along the southern shores of Lake Victoria. Upon arrival in Mwanza, meet your representative and transfer to your hotel. Spend the evening relaxing and preparing for the exciting Tanzania wildlife safari ahead.
Accommodation: Malaika Beach Hotel or similar Meal Plan: Breakfast and Dinner.

Main Destination:

Lake Victoria (Tanzania)

Activities:

• No wildlife-viewing activities on this day

Accommodation:

Malaika Beach Resort

• Mid-range lodge in Mwanza (City, Tanzania)

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Transfer from Mwanza to Serengeti National Park and Afternoon Game Drive

After an early breakfast, depart Mwanza and travel towards the world-famous Serengeti National Park. Enjoy the changing landscapes as you approach Tanzania’s most celebrated wildlife destination, renowned for its vast savannah plains, abundant wildlife and spectacular Great Wildebeest Migration. Upon entering the park, embark on an afternoon game drive, exploring areas determined by the current location of migrating wildebeest and zebras, depending on the season. Look out for lions, elephants, giraffes, cheetahs and other fascinating wildlife. Later, proceed to your tented camp for dinner and overnight in the Serengeti wilderness.
Accommodation: Kontiki Tented Camp or similar Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner.

Main Destination:

Serengeti National Park (Tanzania)

Best Time To Visit January to February and June to October (Different areas are best at different times)

High Season July to March (The Seronera area is crowded)

Best Weather June to October (Little to no rainfall)

Wildlife in Serengeti NP

ElephantCommon

LionCommon

CheetahCommon

BuffaloAbundant

ZebraAbundant

WildebeestAbundant

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GiraffeCommon

HippoCommon

HyenaCommon

LeopardOccasional

Black RhinoVery Rare

Wild DogVery Rare

White RhinoNone

Activities:

• Afternoon game drive (pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle)

Accommodation:

Kontiki Serengeti Camp

• Mid-range tented camp located inside Central Serengeti NP (Tanzania)

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Full Day Serengeti Wildlife Safari and The Great Wildebeest Migration

Enjoy a full day exploring the spectacular landscapes of Serengeti National Park, with particular attention to the seasonal movements of the Great Wildebeest Migration. Depending on your travel dates, your safari guide will take you to the areas where migrating herds are concentrated, offering opportunities to witness thousands of wildebeest and zebras moving across the endless plains in search of fresh grazing and water. Depending on the season, you may witness dramatic river crossings, the calving season or large migrating herds accompanied by predators such as lions, cheetahs, hyenas and leopards. Enjoy a picnic lunch in the wilderness before continuing with an afternoon game drive.
Accommodation: Kontiki Tented Camp or similar Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner.

Main Destination:

Serengeti National Park (Tanzania)

Activities:

• Game drive (pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle)

Accommodation:

Kontiki Serengeti Camp

• Mid-range tented camp located inside Central Serengeti NP (Tanzania)

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Full Day Wildlife Game Drive in Serengeti National Park

Spend another rewarding day exploring the magnificent wilderness of Serengeti National Park. After breakfast, embark on morning and afternoon game drives across the park's diverse landscapes, searching for its incredible wildlife. Look out for the Big Five, including lions, leopards, elephants, buffaloes and, with some luck, rhinoceroses, alongside giraffes, zebras, wildebeest, cheetahs, hyenas and numerous bird species. Your experienced safari guide will help identify wildlife and interpret animal behaviour while exploring different sections of the park. Enjoy a picnic lunch in the wilderness before continuing with an afternoon game drive. Return to your tented camp for dinner and overnight.
Accommodation: Kontiki Tented Camp or similar
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner.

Main Destination:

Serengeti National Park (Tanzania)

Activities:

• Game drive (pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle)

Accommodation:

Kontiki Serengeti Camp

• Mid-range tented camp located inside Central Serengeti NP (Tanzania)

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Ngorongoro Crater Game Drive and Transfer to Karatu

After an early breakfast, depart the Serengeti and travel towards the spectacular Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Descend into the magnificent Ngorongoro Crater for an exciting game drive across its wildlife-rich floor. This UNESCO World Heritage Site is one of Africa’s most remarkable natural wildlife destinations, supporting large populations of elephants, buffaloes, zebras, wildebeest, hippos and lions. With some luck, you may also encounter the endangered black rhinoceros. Enjoy a picnic lunch inside the crater before ascending to the crater rim and continuing to Karatu for dinner and overnight.
Accommodation: Bougainvillea Safari Lodge or similar
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner.

Main Destination:

Ngorongoro Crater (Tanzania)

Best Time To Visit June to October (Wildlife viewing is best)

High Season Most of the year – July to March (Expect crowds)

Best Weather June to October (Rainfall is little to none)

Wildlife in Ngorongoro Crater

Black RhinoCommon

LionCommon

BuffaloAbundant

ZebraAbundant

WildebeestAbundant

HyenaAbundant

Show more

ElephantCommon

HippoCommon

White RhinoOccasional

LeopardOccasional

GiraffeNone

CheetahNone

Wild DogNone

Activities:

• Game drive (pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle)

Accommodation:

Bougainvillea Safari Lodge

• Mid-range lodge located 1-2hr drive from Ngorongoro Crater (Tanzania)

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Tarangire National Park Game Drive and Flight to Zanzibar

Following an early breakfast, depart Karatu and travel to Tarangire National Park, renowned for its magnificent baobab trees, large elephant populations and beautiful savannah landscapes. Enjoy a rewarding game drive through the park, searching for elephants, giraffes, zebras, wildebeest, lions and other wildlife. After your safari, continue towards Arusha Airport or Kilimanjaro International Airport for your scheduled domestic flight to Zanzibar. Upon arrival, meet your representative and transfer to your hotel in historic Stone Town for check-in and relaxation.
Accommodation: Hotel Verde Zanzibar Azam Luxury Resort and Spa or similar
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner.

Main Destination:

Zanzibar Stone Town (Zanzibar, Tanzania)

Best Time To Visit January to February and June to October (Dry and warm)

High Season December to February and June to October

Best Weather January to February and June to September (Low rainfall)

Activities:

• Morning game drive (pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle)

Accommodation:

Hotel Verde Zanzibar

• Mid-range hotel on Zanzibar (Tanzania Beaches, Tanzania)

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Stone Town Tour Prison Island and Transfer to Nungwi Beach

After breakfast, embark on a guided exploration of historic Stone Town, a UNESCO World Heritage Site celebrated for its fascinating Swahili culture, winding streets, traditional carved doors and remarkable architecture. Discover the island’s rich trading history and diverse cultural influences before boarding a boat to Prison Island, also known as Changuu Island. Visit the famous giant tortoise sanctuary and enjoy the island’s beautiful coastal scenery. Later in the afternoon, transfer to Nungwi Beach in northern Zanzibar, where you will check in at your beach hotel and enjoy the spectacular Indian Ocean coastline.
Accommodation: Villa Kiva Hotel or similar
Meal Plan: Breakfast and Dinner.

Main Destination:

Matemwe Beach (Zanzibar, Tanzania)

Activities:

• Morning nature hike/walk

Accommodation:

Villa Kiva Hotel

• Luxury hotel at Matemwe Beach (Zanzibar, Tanzania)

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Zanzibar Beach Relaxation and Leisure

Enjoy a leisurely breakfast before spending the day relaxing along Zanzibar’s spectacular coastline. Unwind on the soft white sandy beaches, swim in the warm turquoise waters of the Indian Ocean or simply relax beneath swaying palm trees while enjoying the peaceful tropical atmosphere. For additional adventure, optional activities may include snorkelling, scuba diving, kayaking, a traditional dhow cruise or exploring nearby coastal villages. As the afternoon unfolds, enjoy the beautiful ocean scenery and reflect on the remarkable wildlife encounters and cultural experiences of your East African adventure.
Accommodation: Villa Kiva Hotel or similar
Meal Plan: Breakfast and Dinner.

Main Destination:

Matemwe Beach (Zanzibar, Tanzania)

Activities:

• No wildlife-viewing activities on this day

Accommodation:

Villa Kiva Hotel

• Luxury hotel at Matemwe Beach (Zanzibar, Tanzania)

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Zanzibar Airport Transfer and International Departure

After breakfast, enjoy your final moments in Zanzibar before your driver transfers you to Abeid Amani Karume International Airport for your departure, marking the end of your 15-day East African adventure.

Meal Plan: Breakfast

Safari Flexibility and Great Migration Customization

This safari can also operate in reverse, starting in Zanzibar and ending in Kigali. Dates, accommodation and activities are customizable. Serengeti routes and lodges will be adjusted according to seasonal Great Wildebeest Migration movements.

Approximate Migration Calendar:

* Jan–Mar: Southern Serengeti & Ndutu – calving season.
* Apr–May: Central & western Serengeti – migration northwards.
* Jun–Jul: Western Serengeti & Grumeti – possible river crossings.
* Jul–Oct: Northern Serengeti & Mara River – possible crossings.
* Nov–Dec: Eastern & southern Serengeti – herds move southwards.

Migration timing depends on rainfall and grazing conditions. River crossings and wildlife sightings are not guaranteed.

Main Destination:

Zanzibar Airport (Zanzibar, Tanzania)

Activities:

• No wildlife-viewing activities on this day

Accommodation:

No accommodation (End of tour)

Meals & Drinks:

• Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included)
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

• Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost.
• You'll be dropped off at the airport.