18 DAYS / 17 NIGHTS
EPIC JOURNEY
Unforgettable Uganda & Tanzania safari with unique luxury accommodations in breathtaking locations. The safari starts with a thrilling visit to Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National Park to trek the magnificent Mountain Gorillas. Continue to Tanzania to follow the footsteps of the Great Wildebeest Migration, fly with a hot air baloon over Serengeti, track animals on foot with armed ranger, hike to the Empakai crater and head out after dark for a night game drive. The journey ends in award-winning resort on the paradise island, where we have reserved for you an ocean front villa with a private pool and all inclusive service.
DEPART ANY DAY OF THE YEAR
OVERLAND
& FLYING SAFARI
DAY 1
ENTEBBE
Welcome to Uganda! On arrival in Entebbe you will be met by a hotel representative who will transfer you to the hotel foran overnight stay. Take time to relax and prepare for your safari adventure that starts early next morning.
Meals: dinner
Accommodation: K Hotels Entebbe (Luxury)
DAY 2
ENTEBBE - KIHIHI - BWINDI
Rainforest
Walk
Sunset
Cocktails
Campfire
After early breakfast, the hotel reperestantive will transfer you to Entebbe airport to catch 10 AM flight to Kihihi airstrip. The light aircraft will fly you across magnificent landscapes and green mountains. Upon arrival at Kihihi, you are met by the lodge representative and driven to Gorilla Forest Camp near Bwindi Impenetrable Forest. In the afternoon you can embark on a walk through tropical rainforest with experienced wildlife guide. The forest offers ample opportunities for bird watching and glimpses of the many monkey species living in the park as they move through the forest canopy.
Meals: breakfast, lunch, dinner
Accommodation: Gorilla Forest Camp (Luxury)
Flights: Book your Entebbe - Kihihi return flight HERE
DAY 3
BWINDI IMPENETRABLE FOREST
Gorilla
Tracking
Sunset
Cocktails
Campfire
Following the early breakfast at the camp, your guide will give you a briefing about the day. Tracking commences every morning from the park headquarters at 8.30 am. Experienced guides will accompany the tracking, many of who have been involved in the habituation process themselves. The journey, through dense foliage and up steep climbs, is abundantly rewarded with the lifetime experience of viewing mountain gorillas in their natural habitat.Once the gorillas are located, the group will be allowed a maximum of one hour with them. Return to camp for dinner.
Meals: breakfast, lunch, dinner
Accommodation: Gorilla Forest Camp (Luxury)
DAY 4 & 5
KILIMANJARO
TARANGIRE NATIONAL PARK
Game Drives
Sunset Cocktails
Campfire
Night Safari
Walking Safari
Sirini Safaris guide will wait for you at Kilimanjaro Airport to start your overland journey towards Tarangire. With the exception of the critically endangered black rhinoceros, Tarangire is home to all of Tanzania’s most iconic animals. Spend the day exploring and enjoy a picnic lunch in the nature. Before the sunset, settle in the camp for a delicious warm dinner. Head out for a night safari to discover smaller nocturnal creatures. Next day, you will explore Tarangire on foot with an armed ranger and enjoy more game drives in the afternoon
Meals: breakfast, picnic lunch, dinner
Accommodation: Swala Camp (Luxury)
Flights: Book your Entebbe - Kilimanjaro flight HERE
DAY 6
LAKE MANYARA NATIONAL PARK
Game Drives
Sunset Cocktails
Campfire
Farm Walk
Wake up to the sound of the nature and enjoy your breakfast in total seclusion amongst giant acacia tree. After, Take a beautiful game drive towards Lake Manyara National Park. You will spend half a day on a game drive looking for elephants, hippos, buffalos, zebras & baboons. Picnic lunch is served in the nature, overlooking the flocks of flamingo on the lake. In the afternoon you will head out of the park to spend an overnight in a nearby luxury farmhouse, where you will also have a chance to explore the farmland.
Meals: breakfast, picnic lunch, dinner
Accommodation: Gibbs farm (Luxury)
DAY 7 & 8
SOUTH & WEST SERENGETI
Game Drives
Sunset Cocktails
Campfire
Hot Air Balloon Ride
This morning's picturesque & adventurous route will lead to the endless plains where the large herds of wildebeest can be found. Along with the herds, come the predators, so you are in for some spectacular wildlife experiences. Spend the next 2 nights in a luxury mobile camp, which moves seasonally, to ensure that you are in the best position possible for witnessing the great migration. Head out with your guide for half or full day game drives and take this unique chance to fly with a hot-air balloon over Serengeti and observe wildlife from a different angle. Champange breakfast is served upon landing.
Meals: breakfast, picnic or warm lunch, dinner
Accommodation: Kichakani Camp (Luxury)
DAY 7 & 8
CENTRAL SERENGETI
Game Drives
Sunset Cocktails
Campfire
Driving across the kopjes and plains, your journey continues toward the Center of Serengeti. Famous for it's large numbers of big cats, you will be in for some thrilling experiences. Spend the next 2 nights in a luxury lodge. Enjoy the morning and afternoon game drives or appreciate the wildlife from the infinity pool of the lodge, overlooking the waterhole where animals often come to drink.
Meals: breakfast, lunch, dinner
Accommodation: Four Seasons Serengeti (Luxury)
DAY 9 & 10
CENTRAL SERENGETI
Game Drives
Sunset Cocktails
Campfire
Driving past the kopjes and across the plains, your journey continues towards the Center of Serengeti. Famous for it's large numbers of big cats, you will be in for some exciting wildlife viewing. Spend the next 2 nights in a luxury lodge. Enjoy the morning and afternoon game drives or appreciate the wildlife from the infinity pool of the lodge, overlooking the waterhole where animals often come to drink.
Meals: breakfast, lunch, dinner
Accommodation: Four Seasons Safari Lodge (Luxury)
DAY 11 & 12
NGORONGORO CRATER & HIGHLANDS
Game Drives
Sunset Cocktails
Campfire
Visit Maasai Tribe
Empakai Crater Hike
Set out to the journey from Serengeti to Ngorongoro Conservation Area, where you will stay for the next 2 nights. Descend to the Ngorongoro Crater floor for a thrilling game drive in search of the rare black rhino. Ngorongoro Crater supports more than 30,000 large mammals. The crater floor provides also a great chance to spot Africa’s “Big Five” animals. Next day, take a morning hike to Empakai Crater and in the afternoon, visit the nearby Maasai village in the highlands.
Meals: breakfast, picnic or warm lunch, dinner
Accommodation: The Highlands (Luxury)
DAY 13 - 17
ZANZIBAR
Your journey continues towards Arusha or Kilimanjaro airport where you can catch your onward flight to Zanzibar. Upon arrival to Zanzibar, The Residence representative will wait for you in the airport to trasfer you to the hotel.
Spend the next 5 nights in a magnificent beach resort where we have reserved for you a beautiful ocean front villa with a private pool.
Meals: breakfast, lunch, dinner (all inclusive)
Accommodation: The Residence Zanzibar (Luxury)
Flights: Book your Kilimanjaro - Zanzibar flight HERE
DAY 18
ZANZIBAR
This morning after breakfast it is time to check-out. The resort driver will transfer you to Zanzibar airport to catch your flight.
Meals: breakfast
Flights: Book your Kilimanjaro - Zanzibar flight HERE
END OF SAFARI
Luxury accommodations
All meals & drinks as specified in the itinerary
Laundry (in most accommodations)
Airport transfers
Private 4x4 safari Land Cruiser
Private nature guide
All activities as specified in the itinerary
Unlimited driving milage
National Park fees
Special camping & concession fees
18% VAT
INCLUDED
100% refund – at least 120 days before the start of the trip
50% refund – at least 90 days before the start of the trip
0% refund – less than 60 days before the start of the trip
Why? Because the camps and lodges where you will be staying have strict or non-refundable cancellation policies.
CANCELLATION POLICY
International flights
Domestic flights
- Flight: Entebbe-Kihihi-Entebbe BOOK HERE
- Flight: Entebbe-Kilimanjaro BOOK HERE
- Flight: Arusha or Kilimanjaro-Zanzibar BOOK HERE
Visas
Travel, health & luggage insurance
Certain premium wines, liquors & champagne, depending on the accommodation policies
Tips
EXCLUDED
To reserve the trip, we require 50 % down payment by bank transfer or credit card. The 2nd payment of 50 % has to be paid 3 months before the start of the trip.
Bank Transfer costs have to be covered by the payee. 3% credit card processing fee will apply to all card payments.