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21-Day Uganda, Kenya & Tanzania Expedition

The ultimate East African journey — from rainforest primates to endless savannahs

21 Days / 20 Nights 100% Private (Tailored to You) Custom 4x4 Land Cruiser

Expedition Overview

The ultimate East African journey — from rainforest primates to endless savannahs. A complete expedition across Uganda, Kenya, and Tanzania: track rhinos at Ziwa, cruise the Nile in Murchison, trek chimps in Kibale, encounter gorillas in Bwindi, canoe Lake Bunyonyi, walk in Lake Mburo, explore the Masai Mara and Maasai culture in Kenya, and cross into Tanzania for the Serengeti migration, Ngorongoro Crater, and Lake Manyara.

Key Safari Highlights

Mountain Gorilla Trekking in Bwindi Impenetrable Forest Chimpanzee Tracking in Kibale Forest Serengeti National Park Migration Plains Ngorongoro Crater UNESCO Floor Safari Masai Mara Big Five & Maasai Cultural Village Murchison Falls Nile River Boat Safari Lake Bunyonyi Peaceful Island Exploration Lake Manyara Tree-Climbing Lions & Flamingos

The Complete Itinerary

Day 1 Dinner

Day 1 – Arrival in Uganda (Entebbe)

Custom 4x4 Cruiser • Pop-Up Roof Leisurely & Scenic Transition

Arrive at Entebbe International Airport where you are warmly welcomed and transferred to your hotel. Take time to relax and prepare for the adventure ahead.

Lodge: Karibu Entebbe / Hotel No.5 • Wilderness Sanctuary
Dining: Dinner • Chef-Curated Organic Dining
Day 2 Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 2 – Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary & Murchison Falls

Rainforest Foot Safari & Ranger Escort Morning & Sunset Game Rhythm Savannah Giants

Begin your journey north with a stop at Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary for a guided walking safari to track rhinos on foot. Continue to Murchison Falls National Park, arriving in the evening.

Lodge: Paraa Safari Lodge / Pakuba Safari Lodge • Wilderness Sanctuary
Dining: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner • Chef-Curated Organic Dining
Day 3 Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 3 – Murchison Falls Experience

Private Boat Safari & 4x4 Cruiser Morning & Sunset Game Rhythm Big Cats Savannah Giants

Start the day with a game drive across the savannah in search of elephants, lions, giraffes, and antelope. In the afternoon, enjoy a boat safari along the Nile to the base of the falls—one of the most powerful natural sights in Africa.

Lodge: Paraa Safari Lodge / Pakuba Safari Lodge • Wilderness Sanctuary
Dining: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner • Chef-Curated Organic Dining
Day 4 Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 4 – Journey to Kibale Forest

Custom 4x4 Cruiser • Pop-Up Roof Morning & Sunset Game Rhythm Chimpanzees

Depart Murchison Falls and travel south through changing landscapes to Kibale National Park, the primate capital of East Africa.

Lodge: Turaco Treetops / Primate Lodge • Wilderness Sanctuary
Dining: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner • Chef-Curated Organic Dining
Day 5 Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 5 – Chimpanzees & Bigodi Wetland

Custom 4x4 Cruiser • Pop-Up Roof Morning & Sunset Game Rhythm Chimpanzees Rare Endemics

Track chimpanzees in the forest this morning, a lively and unforgettable experience. Later, enjoy a guided walk in Bigodi Wetland, rich in birdlife and local culture.

Lodge: Turaco Treetops / Primate Lodge • Wilderness Sanctuary
Dining: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner • Chef-Curated Organic Dining
Day 6 Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 6 – From Forest to Savannah

Custom 4x4 Cruiser • Pop-Up Roof Morning & Sunset Game Rhythm

Travel through the crater lakes region toward Queen Elizabeth National Park, with an optional excursion to Semuliki along the way for those seeking a more off-the-beaten-path experience.

Lodge: Enganzi Game Lodge / Mweya Safari Lodge • Wilderness Sanctuary
Dining: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner • Chef-Curated Organic Dining
Day 7 Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 7 – Queen Elizabeth National Park

Private Boat Safari & 4x4 Cruiser Morning & Sunset Game Rhythm

Enjoy a morning game drive across the Kasenyi Plains, followed by a boat safari along the Kazinga Channel—famous for its dense concentration of wildlife.

Lodge: Enganzi Game Lodge / Mweya Safari Lodge • Wilderness Sanctuary
Dining: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner • Chef-Curated Organic Dining
Day 8 Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 8 – Into Bwindi Impenetrable Forest

Custom 4x4 Cruiser • Pop-Up Roof Active Forest Trekking (3–6 hrs) Big Cats

Journey to Bwindi, passing through the Ishasha sector where tree-climbing lions are sometimes spotted. Arrive at your lodge nestled within the forest.

Lodge: Mahogany Springs / Rushaga Gorilla Lodge • Wilderness Sanctuary
Dining: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner • Chef-Curated Organic Dining
Day 9 Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 9 – Gorilla Trekking Experience

Rainforest Foot Safari & Ranger Escort Active Forest Trekking (3–6 hrs) Mountain Gorillas

Today is the highlight of your Ugandan safari. Trek into the forest to spend time with a mountain gorilla family—an experience that is both powerful and deeply moving.

Lodge: Mahogany Springs / Rushaga Gorilla Lodge • Wilderness Sanctuary
Dining: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner • Chef-Curated Organic Dining
Day 10 Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 10 – Transfer to Lake Bunyonyi

Custom 4x4 Cruiser • Pop-Up Roof Morning & Sunset Game Rhythm

After breakfast, travel to the serene Lake Bunyonyi, surrounded by terraced hills and dotted with small islands.

Lodge: Birdnest Resort / Bunyonyi Overland Resort • Wilderness Sanctuary
Dining: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner • Chef-Curated Organic Dining
Day 11 Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 11 – Relaxation & Cultural Encounters

Private Boat Safari & 4x4 Cruiser Leisurely & Scenic Transition

Enjoy a peaceful day exploring the lake by canoe or boat, with optional visits to local communities for a deeper cultural connection.

Lodge: Birdnest Resort / Bunyonyi Overland Resort • Wilderness Sanctuary
Dining: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner • Chef-Curated Organic Dining
Day 12 Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 12 – Lake Mburo National Park

Custom 4x4 Cruiser • Pop-Up Roof Morning & Sunset Game Rhythm

Travel to Lake Mburo National Park, a compact yet rich ecosystem. In the afternoon, enjoy a guided walking safari—one of the few places in Uganda where this is possible.

Lodge: Rwakobo Rock / Mihingo Lodge • Wilderness Sanctuary
Dining: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner • Chef-Curated Organic Dining
Day 13 Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 13 – Return to Entebbe

Custom 4x4 Cruiser • Pop-Up Roof Leisurely & Scenic Transition

After a relaxed morning, drive back to Entebbe, stopping at the Equator for photos and lunch.

Lodge: Karibu Entebbe / Hotel No.5 • Wilderness Sanctuary
Dining: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner • Chef-Curated Organic Dining
Day 14 Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 14 – Into Kenya: Masai Mara

Bush Flight Transfer Morning & Sunset Game Rhythm

Fly to Kenya and connect onward to the Masai Mara. Arrive in time for your first game drive across the iconic plains.

Lodge: Mara Serena Safari Lodge / Ashnil Mara Camp • Wilderness Sanctuary
Dining: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner • Chef-Curated Organic Dining
Day 15 Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 15 – Full-Day Masai Mara Safari

Custom 4x4 Cruiser • Pop-Up Roof Morning & Sunset Game Rhythm Big Cats Savannah Giants

Spend the day exploring the Mara’s vast landscapes, home to lions, cheetahs, elephants, and, seasonally, the Great Migration.

Lodge: Mara Serena Safari Lodge / Ashnil Mara Camp • Wilderness Sanctuary
Dining: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner • Chef-Curated Organic Dining
Day 16 Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 16 – Mara & Maasai Culture

Custom 4x4 Cruiser • Pop-Up Roof Morning & Sunset Game Rhythm

Enjoy a morning game drive followed by a visit to a Maasai village, offering insight into one of Africa’s most iconic cultures.

Lodge: Mara Serena Safari Lodge / Ashnil Mara Camp • Wilderness Sanctuary
Dining: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner • Chef-Curated Organic Dining
Day 17 Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 17 – Journey to Serengeti (Tanzania)

Custom 4x4 Cruiser • Pop-Up Roof Morning & Sunset Game Rhythm

Cross into Tanzania and continue to the Serengeti. The journey itself is part of the experience, with wildlife often seen along the way.

Lodge: Serengeti Serena Safari Lodge / Kubu Kubu Tented Lodge • Wilderness Sanctuary
Dining: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner • Chef-Curated Organic Dining
Day 18 Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 18 – Serengeti to Ngorongoro Highlands

Custom 4x4 Cruiser • Pop-Up Roof Morning & Sunset Game Rhythm

Enjoy a morning game drive in the Serengeti before continuing to the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, where the landscape shifts dramatically.

Lodge: Ngorongoro Serena Safari Lodge / Rhino Lodge • Wilderness Sanctuary
Dining: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner • Chef-Curated Organic Dining
Day 19 Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 19 – Ngorongoro Crater Safari

Custom 4x4 Cruiser • Pop-Up Roof Morning & Sunset Game Rhythm

Descend into the Ngorongoro Crater for a truly unique safari experience. This natural wonder offers one of the highest concentrations of wildlife in Africa.

Lodge: Ngorongoro Serena Safari Lodge / Rhino Lodge • Wilderness Sanctuary
Dining: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner • Chef-Curated Organic Dining
Day 20 Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 20 – Lake Manyara National Park

Custom 4x4 Cruiser • Pop-Up Roof Active Forest Trekking (3–6 hrs) Big Cats Rare Endemics

Travel to Lake Manyara National Park, known for its lush forests, birdlife, and tree-climbing lions. Enjoy a relaxed game drive.

Lodge: Lake Manyara Serena Safari Lodge / Maramboi Tented Lodge • Wilderness Sanctuary
Dining: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner • Chef-Curated Organic Dining
Day 21 Breakfast & Lunch

Day 21 – Departure (Arusha)

Bush Flight Transfer Morning & Sunset Game Rhythm

Transfer to Arusha for your onward flight, bringing your East African expedition to a close.

Lodge: Airport Transfer • Wilderness Sanctuary
Dining: Breakfast & Lunch • Chef-Curated Organic Dining

What is Included in Your Journey

All Included Features

  • Airport transfers on arrival and departure in all destinations
  • All ground transportation in a 4x4 safari Land Cruiser with pop-up roof
  • Accommodation in carefully selected lodges, camps, and safari properties
  • All park entry fees and conservation charges across Uganda, Kenya, and Tanzania
  • Gorilla trekking permit (Bwindi Impenetrable National Park)
  • Chimpanzee trekking permit (Kibale Forest National Park)
  • All scheduled game drives and safari activities
  • Boat safaris (where applicable in the itinerary)
  • Selected cultural experiences and community visits
  • Guided nature walks and ranger-led activities

Excluded Items

  • International flights to and from East Africa
  • Visa fees for Uganda, Kenya, Tanzania, and Rwanda
  • Travel and medical insurance (highly recommended)
  • Tips and gratuities for guides, drivers, and lodge staff
  • Optional activities not clearly stated in the itinerary (e.g., hot air balloon safaris, extra excursions)
  • Alcoholic beverages, soft drinks, and personal refreshments
  • Personal expenses such as laundry, telephone calls, internet charges, and souvenirs

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