The Powerful 12-Day Serengeti Adventure and Uganda Primates Safari Overview
This 12-Day Serengeti Adventure and Uganda Primates Safari is a powerful combination of exploration and encounters with wild animals together with breathtaking experiences with primates. Your adventure begins in Serengeti National Park, Tanzania, a wild paradise where lush grasslands capture the endless green of this fleeting opportunity of life. After your adventure in Serengeti, embark on a memorable Uganda primate safari. Explore the rich, green jungles to be thrilled with the mountain gorillas and chimpanzees in their natural dwelling places. Really an exhilarating experience on this safari, with friendly lodge accommodation, delicious meals, park fees, and professional guiding all guaranteed.
The prices range for This Powerful 12-Day Serengeti Adventure and Uganda Primates Safari is from $5500 to $7000.
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Itinerary for The Powerful 12-Day Serengeti Adventure and Uganda Primates Safari
Day 1: Arrival in Arusha, Tanzania
Arrive at Kilimanjaro International Airport, where you will be warmly welcomed by your guide and transferred to your luxurious hotel in Arusha. After settling in, take some time to relax and recover from your journey. In the evening, join your fellow travelers for a welcome dinner and a briefing about the exciting adventure ahead. Enjoy a restful night at your hotel, surrounded by the serene ambiance of Arusha.
Day 2: Arusha to Tarangire National Park
After an early breakfast, depart for Tarangire National Park, a destination renowned for its large elephant herds and iconic baobab trees. The scenic drive through the Tanzanian countryside offers a glimpse into the local way of life. Arrive at Tarangire in time for a mid-morning game drive, where you'll witness a variety of wildlife, including lions, zebras, and wildebeests. After a delightful picnic lunch in the park, continue your game drive in the afternoon. As evening approaches, check into your luxury lodge, where dinner will be served, and enjoy the tranquil surroundings of the African wilderness.
Day 3: Tarangire to Ngorongoro Crater
Following breakfast, set off for the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Upon arrival, descend into the Ngorongoro Crater for an unforgettable game drive. This UNESCO World Heritage Site is teeming with wildlife, including the Big Five and the rare black rhino. Marvel at the stunning scenery and the diversity of animals that inhabit this unique ecosystem. Enjoy a picnic lunch on the crater floor, surrounded by the sights and sounds of the wild. In the late afternoon, ascend back to the crater rim and check into your lodge, where dinner and a comfortable overnight stay await.
Day 4: Ngorongoro to Serengeti National Park
After an early breakfast, Begin a journey to the Serengeti National Park, with a stop at Olduvai Gorge, an important archaeological site that offers insights into early human history. Continue your drive to the Serengeti, arriving in time for lunch at your lodge. In the afternoon, head out on a game drive in the central Serengeti, known for its abundant wildlife and vast savannahs. Witness the majesty of the Serengeti as you explore its diverse landscapes. Return to your lodge in the evening for dinner and relaxation.
Day 5: Full Day in Serengeti National Park
Spend the entire day exploring the Serengeti, starting with an early morning game drive to catch the predators in action and see the park awakening to a new day. Return to your lodge for breakfast and then venture out again to different areas of the Serengeti. The vast landscapes and diverse ecosystems offer endless opportunities for incredible wildlife sightings, including the Great Migration (seasonal). Enjoy a picnic lunch in the park and continue your wildlife adventures in the afternoon. Return to your lodge for dinner and an overnight stay.
Day 6: Serengeti to Entebbe, Uganda
After breakfast, transfer to the airstrip for your flight to Entebbe, Uganda. Upon arrival at Entebbe International Airport, you will be met and transferred to your hotel. The afternoon is free for you to relax or explore the town at your own pace. Entebbe, located on the shores of Lake Victoria, offers a range of activities, from visiting the Botanical Gardens to enjoying a boat ride on the lake. In the evening, enjoy dinner at your hotel and prepare for the next day's adventure into the lush forests of Uganda.
Day 7: Entebbe to Kibale Forest National Park
After an early breakfast, transfer to the airport for a short flight to Kibale Forest National Park, renowned for its rich biodiversity and dense tropical rainforest. Upon arrival, you will be transferred to your lodge nestled in the heart of the forest. After lunch, set out for a guided nature walk in the Bigodi Wetlands Sanctuary. This community-run reserve is home to various bird species, butterflies, and primates, providing a perfect introduction to the region's natural beauty. Return to your lodge for dinner and an overnight stay, surrounded by the sounds of the forest.
Day 8: Chimpanzee Trekking in Kibale Forest
Today, Begin on an exhilarating chimpanzee trekking adventure in Kibale Forest. After an early breakfast, head to the park headquarters for a briefing by the rangers. Then, venture into the forest to track the habituated chimpanzee families. Spend a magical hour observing these intelligent primates in their natural habitat, watching them swing through the trees and interact with each other. Return to your lodge for lunch and some relaxation. In the afternoon, visit a nearby village to learn about the local culture and way of life. Enjoy dinner and an overnight stay at your lodge.
Day 9: Kibale to Queen Elizabeth National Park
After breakfast, depart for Queen Elizabeth National Park, a drive that offers scenic views of the Rwenzori Mountains and the Albertine Rift Valley. Arrive at the park in time for lunch at your lodge. In the afternoon, Begin on a game drive through the park's diverse landscapes, ranging from savannah to wetlands and forests. Look out for elephants, lions, buffaloes, and a variety of antelope species. As the sun sets, return to your lodge for dinner and an overnight stay.
Day 10: Game Drive and Boat Safari in Queen Elizabeth National Park
Start your day with an early morning game drive in Queen Elizabeth National Park. Explore the Kasenyi plains, known for their high concentration of lions and other predators. After the game drive, return to your lodge for breakfast and some leisure time. In the afternoon, enjoy a boat safari on the Kazinga Channel, which connects Lake Edward and Lake George. This waterway attracts a large number of animals, including hippos, crocodiles, and a plethora of bird species. Return to your lodge in the evening for dinner and an overnight stay.
Day 11: Queen Elizabeth to Bwindi Impenetrable Forest
After breakfast, depart for Bwindi Impenetrable Forest, a UNESCO World Heritage Site famous for its population of mountain gorillas. The drive takes you through picturesque landscapes, including terraced hills and lush valleys. Arrive at your lodge in Bwindi in time for lunch. In the afternoon, take a guided walk around the local community to learn about the Batwa pygmies and their traditional way of life. Return to your lodge for dinner and prepare for the next day's gorilla trekking adventure.
Day 12: Gorilla Trekking in Bwindi and Departure
Today marks the highlight of your Uganda safari. After an early breakfast, proceed to the park headquarters for a briefing by the park rangers. Then, Begin on an unforgettable trek through the dense forest to find a gorilla family. Once located, you will spend a magical hour observing these gentle giants in their natural habitat, an experience that will leave you in awe. After the trek, return to your lodge for lunch and a bit of rest. In the afternoon, transfer to the airstrip for your flight back to Entebbe. Upon arrival in Entebbe, you will be transferred to the international airport for your departure flight, marking the end of your incredible 12-day Serengeti Adventure and Uganda Primates Safari.
Price inclusions and exclusions
Price Inclusions for The Powerful 12-Day Serengeti Adventure and Uganda Primates Safari
- All game drives as shown in the itinerary
- Services of experienced and professional tour guide/driver
- Accommodations for your holiday stay
- Park entry fees
- Meals as specified in the itinerary (breakfast, lunch, dinner)
- Pick up and drop off from your lodging place and tour arrival/departure point
- All taxes and service fees included in the services
- Transfer & transport charges for the excursions
Price Exclusions for The Powerful 12-Day Serengeti Adventure and Uganda Primates Safari
- Medical insurance for the traveller
- Domestic and International flights cost
- Expenses of a personal nature such as shopping in curio shops
- Airport Taxes
- Visa cost
- Gratuities and tips for guide and driver
- Optional activities not specified in the itinerary (e.g., hot air balloon ride)