16-Day Uganda, Rwanda, and Tanzania Safari

This 16-day safari takes you on an unforgettable adventure through three of East Africa’s most iconic destinations: Uganda, Rwanda, and Tanzania. Begin in Uganda with gorilla trekking in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park and chimpanzee tracking in Kibale Forest. Next, discover Rwanda’s stunning landscapes and encounter the majestic mountain gorillas. Finally, end your safari in Tanzania, where you’ll experience thrilling game drives in the Serengeti and Ngorongoro Crater, home to the famous Big Five. With diverse landscapes, vibrant wildlife, and rich cultural experiences, this safari is the ultimate East African adventure.

Highlights

• Gorilla Trekking in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park (Uganda): This is a lifetime event for anyone who wishes to see the mountain gorillas very closely.Chimpanzee Tracking in Kibale Forest (Uganda): Tracking chimpanzees in Kibale Forest promises a thrilling ride through their habitat.
  Golden Monkey Trekking in Volcanoes National Park (Rwanda): Come trek through Rwanda’s volcanoes to find golden monkeys.
  Serengeti Game Drives National Park (Tanzania): Come witness the amazing wildlife safari of Tanzania in its world-renowned Serengeti.
  Ngorongoro Crater Wildlife Safari (Tanzania): Visit the “Garden of Eden” and see a treasure of animals within.
  Cultural Experiences in Rwanda and Uganda: Meet local communities, and experience their distinct cultures.
  Detail Itinerary

  Arrival on Day 1 in Entebbe, Uganda
  Meet and greet by the tour guide upon arrival at Entebbe International Airport, followed by an airport transfer to the hotel in Kampala. Relax from that long flight and prepare for the exciting trip to come.

  Accommodation: Kampala Serena Hotel or similar
  Meal Plan: Dinner
  Day 2: Visit to Kibale Forest National Park

  Wake up and enjoy breakfast, after which you will leave for Kibale Forest National Park, which boasts the most sought-after chimp population in the country. The drive is stunning, and then you arrive at your lodge.

  Travel Time: 5-6hours
  Accommodation: Primate Lodge Kibale
  Meal Plan; Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
  Day 3: Chimpanzee Tracking in Kibale

  Have a morning time of chimp tracking inside Kibale Forest. With more than 1 , 000 chimpanzees inhabiting the forest, you will rarely find a spot better for the thrill than this. In the afternoon, nature walk through the Bigodi Wetlands area watching rare birds and wildlife.

  Accommodation: Primate Lodge Kibale

Day 4: Transfer to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park

After breakfast, travel to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, Uganda’s famous gorilla trekking destination. Enjoy the scenic drive through lush hills and small villages, arriving at your lodge in the late afternoon.

• Travel Time: 4-5 hours
• Accommodation: Mahogany Springs Lodge
• Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 5: Gorilla Trekking in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park

You will have a very hopeful long day trekking with the gorillas. An early start is required to track one of the mountain gorilla families that lives deep inside Bwindi Pulse. Normally, the trek itself is tricky but the worth of spending an hour with these fantastic creatures is incomparable.

Accommodation: Mahogany Springs Lodge

Day 6: Transfer to Volcanoes National Park, Rwanda

After a memorable gorilla trek, travel to Volcanoes National Park in Rwanda. When you arrive, check into the lodge for your stay and relax.

Travel Time: 4-5 hours Accommodation: Bisate Lodge or similar Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Day 7: Golden Monkey Trekking and Cultural Encounter

On the next morning, take the morning trek with golden monkeys at Volcanoes National Park. Visit Iby’iwacu Cultural Village to learn about Rwanda’s heritage and interact with local communities.

Accommodation: Bisate Lodge

Day 8: Transfer to Kigali and Flight to Serengeti, Tanzania

Drive back to Kigali, the capital of Rwanda, and then fly to Tanzania. There you will reach Serengeti, where you will be taken to lodge for evening game drive.

Travel Time: 1-hour flight Accommodation: Four Seasons Safari Lodge Serengeti Meal Plan: Breakfast, Dinner

Day 9-10: Game Drives in Serengeti National Park

Get prepared for a full two-day of game drives in the Serengeti-the one of Africa’s most famed wildlife reserves. Depending on what season of the year you are in the park, you’ll likely either be one of the thousands of spectacle that is the wildebeest migration or among the Big Five-lions, elephants, buffalo, leopards, and rhinos.

Accommodation: Four Seasons Safari Lodge Serengeti

Day 11: Ngorongoro Crater Safari

Drive to the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, home to the world-famous Ngorongoro Crater. Spend the day exploring this unique ecosystem, known as the “Garden of Eden,” and spot wildlife including lions, elephants, zebras, and flamingos.

• Accommodation: Ngorongoro Crater Lodge
• Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 12: Transfer to Tarangire National Park

After breakfast, drive to Tarangire National Park, known for its large elephant herds and iconic baobab trees. Enjoy an afternoon game drive.

• Travel Time: 2-3 hours
• Accommodation: Tarangire Treetops
• Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 13: Full-Day Game Drive in Tarangire National Park

Spend the day exploring Tarangire on a game drive. Tarangire is famous for its dense populations of elephants and its stunning landscapes, which include expansive savannahs and marshes.

• Accommodation: Tarangire Treetops

Day 14: Transfer to Lake Manyara National Park

Travel to Lake Manyara National Park, known for its tree-climbing lions and vibrant birdlife. Enjoy an afternoon game drive along the shores of Lake Manyara.

• Travel Time: 2 hours
• Accommodation: Lake Manyara Tree Lodge
• Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 15: Departure to Arusha and Flight Home

After a relaxing morning at Lake Manyara, drive to Arusha for your flight back to the Serengeti or Kilimanjaro International Airport for your international departure.

• Travel Time: 3 hours
• Meal Plan: Breakfast

The 16-Day Uganda, Rwanda, and Tanzania Safari offers a comprehensive exploration of East Africa’s most iconic wildlife and landscapes. From gorilla trekking in Uganda to golden monkey trekking in Rwanda, and ending with thrilling safaris in Tanzania, this tour provides an unforgettable adventure. Whether you’re a wildlife enthusiast, a culture seeker, or a traveler looking for adventure, this safari will provide a lifetime of memories.