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14 Days Tanzania Safari & Gorilla Trekking in Uganda

Embark on the ultimate wildlife adventure with this 14 Days Tanzania Safari & Gorilla Trekking in Uganda. Explore Tarangire, Serengeti, and Ngorongoro Crater in Tanzania while spotting the Big Five. Then cross into Uganda for an unforgettable encounter with endangered mountain gorillas in Bwindi Impenetrable Forest. This journey combines Africa’s best safaris with once-in-a-lifetime trekking experiences for adventure seekers and nature lovers.

Day 1: Arrival in Arusha

Arrive at Kilimanjaro International Airport and meet your guide for transfer to your hotel in Arusha. Rest and attend a briefing about your safari and gorilla trekking adventure. If time allows, explore the Cultural Heritage Centre. Overnight in Arusha.

Meals: Dinner
Accommodation: Arusha Planet Lodge or similar

Day 2: Arusha to Tarangire National Park

Drive to Tarangire National Park, known for its elephant herds and baobab trees. Enjoy a game drive spotting lions, giraffes, and zebras. Relax and take sunset photos over the park’s scenic landscapes. Overnight at a lodge near the park.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Tarangire Simba Lodge

Day 3: Tarangire to Serengeti National Park

Travel across the Great Rift Valley to Serengeti National Park. Enjoy wildlife sightings on the way, including wildebeest and gazelles. Take an afternoon game drive upon arrival. Overnight at your safari camp.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Serengeti Heritage Camp

Day 4: Full-Day Game Drive in Serengeti

Spend a full day exploring the vast Serengeti plains. Spot lions, cheetahs, elephants, and zebras. Picnic lunch in the heart of the park. Return to camp for dinner and overnight stay.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Serengeti Heritage Camp

Day 5: Serengeti to Ngorongoro Conservation Area

After a morning game drive, head to the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Stop at the historical Olduvai Gorge for insight into early human history. Arrive at your lodge on the crater rim for dinner and sunset views.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Rhino Lodge Ngorongoro

Day 6: Ngorongoro Crater Safari , Arusha

Descend into the Ngorongoro Crater for a full-day safari. Spot rhinos, hippos, lions, and flamingos at Lake Magadi. Picnic lunch in the crater before returning to Arusha. Overnight in Arusha.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Arusha Planet Lodge

Day 7: Arusha , Lake Victoria / Mwanza

Fly or drive to Mwanza near Lake Victoria for the next leg of your safari. Enjoy scenic views of Africa’s largest lake. Overnight in Mwanza before crossing into Uganda.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Mwanza Hotel

Day 8: Mwanza ,Kigali, Rwanda

Travel from Mwanza to Kigali, Rwanda (or border crossing to Uganda via Kisoro if available). Overnight in Kigali and prepare for gorilla trekking. Optional visit to the Kigali Genocide Memorial.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Kigali Serena Hotel

Day 9: Kigali ,Bwindi Impenetrable Forest, Uganda

Drive to Bwindi Impenetrable Forest in Uganda, home of the endangered mountain gorillas. Meet your trekking guides and attend a briefing. Overnight at a lodge near the forest.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Buhoma Lodge or similar

Day 10: Gorilla Trekking in Bwindi

Begin your gorilla trekking adventure early in the morning. Spend an hour observing gorilla families in their natural habitat. Return to your lodge for lunch and relaxation. Overnight near the forest.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Buhoma Lodge

Day 11: Bwindi , Lake Bunyonyi

Drive to Lake Bunyonyi, famous for its serene waters and beautiful scenery. Enjoy boat rides and local community visits. Overnight at a lakeside lodge.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Bunyonyi Overland Resort

Day 12: Lake Bunyonyi, Queen Elizabeth National Park

Drive to Queen Elizabeth National Park. Afternoon game drive and possible boat cruise on the Kazinga Channel to spot hippos and crocodiles. Overnight at the park lodge.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Mweya Safari Lodge

Day 13: Queen Elizabeth National Park Safari

Morning game drive to spot lions, elephants, and buffalo. Afternoon boat safari on Kazinga Channel. Return to lodge for dinner and overnight.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Mweya Safari Lodge

Day 14: Departure ,Return to Kigali or Entebbe

After breakfast, drive or fly back to Kigali or Entebbe International Airport for your flight home. End your 14 Days Tanzania Safari & Gorilla Trekking in Uganda with unforgettable memories.

Meals: Breakfast

The 14 Days Tanzania Safari & Gorilla Trekking in Uganda combines Tanzania’s top wildlife parks with a once-in-a-lifetime gorilla trek in Uganda. Perfect for adventurous travelers seeking both safari and wildlife encounters in one journey.