802: 16 days Tanzania – Uganda safari
This itinerary incorporates two of East Africa’s most famous wildlife destinations. It’s designed to give you time to explore a wide range of habitats in search of Uganda’s and Tanzania’s best known inhabitants like the mountain gorillas, chimpanzees, Big 5…
This itinerary incorporates two of East Africa’s most famous wildlife destinations. It’s designed to give you time to explore a wide range of habitats in search of Uganda’s and Tanzania’s best known inhabitants like the mountain gorillas, chimpanzees, Big 5 game and over 1,000 bird species. This all starts from Tarangire, Ngorongoro crater, Serenegeti plains on to the mountainous rainforest of Bwindi, the savannah plains of Queen and Murchison falls in the pearl of Africa. You will visit some of Uganda’s successful conservation projects such as the rhino sanctuary as well. All this by vehicle, on foot and by boat to give you the best experiences. This safari doesn’t stop at wildlife though; there are also opportunities to meet the friendly local people and gain an insight into their culture and daily life style.
Highlights
- Thrilling Gorilla and chimpanzee tracking experience
- Explore East Africa’s savannah plains for host of wildlife including Big 5
- Boat cruises on some of Uganda’s breath-taking water bodies
- Go behind the scenes at Entebbe
- Meet the local communities on village visits
Overview
Day 1: Morning arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport. Transfer to Tarangire
Day 2: Transfer to Ngorongoro crater. Continue to Serengeti national park
Day 3: Explore Serengeti national park
Day 4: Full day game drive in Serengeti national park
Day 5: Return to Arusha
Day 6: International flight to Entebbe. Go behind the scenes at Entebbe
Day 7: Domestic flight to Bwindi Impenetrable national park. Village walk
Day 8: Gorilla tracking in Bwindi’s impenetrable forest.
Day 9: Transfer to Queen Elizabeth national park. Game drive for tree-climbing lions
Day 10: Lion tracking. Boat cruise on kazinga channel
Day 11: Coffee tour and experience. Transfer to Kibale national park
Day 12: Chimpanzee tracking in Kibale. Bigodi swamp walk
Day 13: Drive to Murchison Falls national park
Day 14: Game drive. Boat cruise to the Murchison falls. Hike to the falls
Day 15: Rhino tracking. Drive to Kampala
Day 16: African craft market. Flight home
When is the best time of year to visit Uganda?
Although Ugandan seasons have become less predictable in recent years, peak tourist seasons usually coincide with dry seasons. When choosing your dates consider:
- Uganda is an all-year round destination with a pleasant climate and temperatures averaging in the mid 20s0C. The huge variety in altitude means temperatures vary around the country (but this also means increased biodiversity)
- Flight prices often increase in European/American holiday seasons
- There are fewer tourists in low seasons so you can have the place to yourselves!
- Many hotels offer all-year prices so the price of your visit may not change much between seasons
- Most major roads going from the capital, Kampala, up-country are tarmac. Conditions on murram roads may worsen, to varying degrees, in rainy season
- Rainy season can be good for birding as there is more food (bugs) available
- If you are targeting certain birds, ask our advice on breeding and migration seasons
- Should you plan to climb the Rwenzori mountains, dry seasons are best
- Hiking may be better in rainy seasons when it is cooler
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Day 1: Arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport. Transfer to Tarangire national park
Accommodation: Octagon Lodge - Tarangire.
Meal plan. Dinner
Day 2: Drive to Ngorongoro crater. Continue to Serengeti national park
Accommodation: Embalakai Authentic Camp - Serengeti national park.
Meal plan. B, L, D
Day 3: Explore Serengeti national park
Accommodation: Embalakai Authentic Camp - Serengeti national park.
Meal plan. B, L, D
Day 4: Full day game drive in Serengeti national park
Accommodation: Embalakai Authentic Camp - Serengeti national park.
Meal plan. B, L, D
Day 5: Return to Arusha
Accommodation: Tulia Boutique Hotel, - Arusha.
Meal Plan. B, L, D
Day 6: Flight to Entebbe. Go behind the scenes at Entebbe
Accommodation: The Boma Hotel – Entebbe.
Meal Plan. B, L, D
Day 7: Domestic flight to Bwindi Impenetrable national park.
Accommodation: Engagi Lodge – Bwindi Impenetrable national park.
Meal Plan. B, L, D
Day 8: Gorilla tracking in Bwindi’s impenetrable forest.
Accommodation: Engagi Lodge – Bwindi Impenetrable national park.
Meal Plan. B, L, D
Day 9: Transfer to Queen Elizabeth national park. Game drive for tree-climbing lions
Accommodation: Mazike Valley Lodge – Queen Elizabeth national park.
Meal Plan. B, L, D
Day 10: Lion tracking. Boat cruise on kazinga channel
Accommodation: Mazike Valley Lodge – Queen Elizabeth national park.
Meal Plan. B, L, D
Day 11: Coffee tour and experience. Transfer to Kibale national park.
Accommodation: Papaya Lake Lodge – Kibale national park.
Meal Plan. B, L, D
Day 12: Chimpanzee tracking in Kibale. Bigodi swamp walk
Accommodation: Papaya Lake Lodge – Kibale national park.
Meal Plan. B, L, D
Day 13: Drive to Murchison Falls national park
Accommodation: Pakuba Safari Lodge – Murchison Falls national park.
Meal Plan. B, L, D
Day 14: Game drive. Boat cruise to the Murchison falls
Accommodation: Pakuba Safari Lodge – Murchison Falls national park.
Meal Plan. B, L, D
Day 15: Rhino tracking in Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary. Drive to Kampala
Accommodation: Cassia Lodge – Kampala.
Meal Plan. B, L, D
Day 16: Visit the African craft market. Flight home
Meal Plan. B, L
Guide price: from US$ 10,390 per person
Based on 2 adults sharing a double room, in mid-range accommodation, in low season and travelling in a safari Land Cruiser (all our safaris and tours can be adapted to high-end, mid-range or budget versions)
The price for every safari depends on the number of people travelling, their ages, the time of year, whether or not international flights are included, the type of transport and accommodation used and the activities undertaken.
We calculate according to the specific dates of your booking because after we publish our itineraries some things may change. For example, hotels may increase their prices, exchange rates fluctuate, the government may introduce new taxes or some discounts may become available. Unfortunately, we also have to pass on surcharges imposed on us by, for example, airlines when fuel prices or airport taxes are unexpectedly increased.
We would be happy to prepare a quotation, based on your requirements. We normally include most costs in the price so all you need to bring with you is ‘pocket money’ for items like drinks, tips and personal shopping e.g. souvenirs.
Price includes
1 domestic flight
1 gorilla and 1 Chimp tracking permit each
A double room in mid-range, non-air-conditioned accommodation with a full board meal plan
Private safari vehicle with driver and fuel for this itinerary
All entrance and other fees for the activities included in the itinerary
Mineral water in transit
All government taxes
Price does not include
International flights
Visas
Travel insurance
Personal expenses: alcohol, laundry services and souvenirs
Tips (normally 5–10% and around $10 per day for your guide).