7 Days Ngorongoro Serengeti and Bwindi Gorilla Safari
The 7 Days Ngorongoro Serengeti and Bwindi Gorilla Safari is an extraordinary integrated holidays package, taking you to two destinations: Tanzania for wildlife discovery and Uganda for primate interactions.
During a safari in Tanzania, you will explore Ngorongoro Crater and Serengeti National Park for wildlife viewing.
In Uganda, you will visit Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, renowned for being the habitat of several endangered mountain gorillas, which can only be observed through gorilla trekking experiences.
Day 1: pick up , Ngorongoro Crater Tour
On day 1 of 7 Days Ngorongoro Serengeti and Bwindi Gorilla Safari, Your knowledgeable guide will be waiting for you at Kilimanjaro Airport upon landing in the morning or at your hotel in Arusha, and continue your safari to the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, where you will enjoy exceptional wildlife viewing opportunities. You will travel approximately 600 meters into the Ngorongoro Crater to observe animal species like lions, leopards, elephants, buffalo, rhinos, hyenas, jackals, hippos, zebras, and herds of wildebeests.
Attractions include Lake Magadi, where one can observe numerous birds, including flamingos, with various wildlife species grazing in the adjacent plains. Proceed to your lodge for dinner and overnight accommodation.
Accommodation: Karatu Safari Camp Lodge for budget options; Hhando Coffee Lodge for mid-range options.
Meal Plan: Lunch and Dinner
Day 2: Journey to Serengeti National Park & Wildlife Expedition
Day 2 of 7 Days Ngorongoro Serengeti and Bwindi Gorilla Safari: Following breakfast, your guide will transport you to Serengeti National Park. Enjoy lunch at the national park, followed by an afternoon game drive in Serengeti National Park. During your safari, you will seek various wildlife species, including the Big Five, during your game drive.
Throughout your afternoon safari in Serengeti National Park, you will see many animal and bird species, including elephants, giraffes, wildebeests, antelopes, zebras, rhinos, buffalo, hippos, cheetahs, elands, waterbucks, kudus, lions, leopards, impalas, and gazelles, among others. Partake in meals and overnight accommodation.
Accommodation: Robin’s Safari Camp, Budget Option, Central Serengeti, Tanzania Bush Camp for Intermediate Range
Dietary Schedule: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
Day 3: Full Day Game Drive in Serengeti National park
On the third day of 7 Days Ngorongoro Serengeti and Bwindi Gorilla Safari, following breakfast at your lodge, you will depart with your packed lunch boxes for a comprehensive day of safari in Serengeti National Park. Participate in a morning game drive across Serengeti National Park, observing wildebeest herds on the expansive savannah plains alongside several other wildlife species. You will have a lunch break and subsequently proceed to another wildlife excursion in the national park.
In the evening, you will return to your lodge for dinner and an overnight stay as previously mentioned.
Dietary Schedule: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
Optional Activity: Hot air balloon ride at $650 per person
Day 4: Travel to Arusha and fly to Entebbe (Self-Arranged)
Following breakfast at your lodge, you will commence your journey to Arusha, where your guide will transport you to kilimanjaro international airport for the flight to Entebbe airport in Uganda. Upon arrival at Entebbe International Airport, your guide will greet you and transport you to your hotel for dinner and an overnight stay.
Accommodation: Papyrus Guest House for budget options; Best Western Hotel Entebbe for mid-range options.
Dietary Schedule: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
Day 5: Journey to Bwindi National Park
Estimated Driving Duration: Approximately 8 hours. Flight option accessible
On day five 7 Days Ngorongoro Serengeti and Bwindi Gorilla Safari of Following a leisurely breakfast at your hotel, you will travel to Bwindi National Park, making a stop at the equator and in Mbarara for an en route lunch.
Post-lunch, you will continue your journey to your lodge within the national park for check-in, in anticipation of supper and an overnight stay.
Accommodation: Buhoma Haven Lodge – Mid-range; Buhoma Community Rest Camp – Budget
Bwindi Gorilla Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
Day 6: Gorilla Trekking and Batwa Cultural Tour
Rise early to have breakfast at the lodge as you prepare for the day’s gorilla trekking activity. Bring your lunch prepared for the gorilla trekking experience. Upon arrival at the park headquarters, you will receive a briefing on the gorilla trekking regulations from the park rangers prior to the trekking excursion. Following the briefing, you will trek into the Bwindi Impenetrable Forest to observe gorillas.
During the gorilla trekking trip, you will traverse various trails while observing the gorillas in their natural habitat. You will have one hour to interact with the gorillas before returning to the briefing site, where your guide will transport you back to your lodge for lunch. Should you find yourself in the bush around lunchtime, you will appreciate your packed meal.
Subsequently, in the afternoon, embark on a cultural tour of the Pygmies for an immersive experience. Return and unwind while awaiting dinner and the overnight accommodation as previously mentioned.
Dietary Schedule: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
Day 7: Departure
You will enjoy a sumptuous breakfast before checking out of your lodge, as you prepare to drive back to Entebbe, where your guide will drop you off at a location of your choosing. This signifies the conclusion of your journey.
The cost encompasses
- Full-day game drives according to the itinerary
- Lodging for the duration of the safari
- 4×4 safari vehicles, a Land Cruiser in Tanzania, a van in Uganda
- Expert safari and tour guide/driver
- All fees for national parks
- All culinary provisions during the safari
- Consuming water during the safari vehicle
- gorilla permit
Price does not include
- Air travel
- Personal items (laundry, beverages, etc.)
- Any hotel lodging prior to or following the safari
- Entry visas
- Travel insurance
- Suggestions and gratuities
Any additional items not encompassed in the itinerary