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Gorilla Trekking, Ngorongoro Crater & Serengeti Safari

Overview

Gorilla Trekking, Ngorongoro Crater & Serengeti Safari

This 13-day Wildlife Lovers Safari brings together East Africa’s most iconic wildlife experiences in one extraordinary journey across Tanzania and Uganda.

Begin in Arusha before traveling to the world-renowned Ngorongoro Crater, a UNESCO World Heritage Site celebrated for its remarkable wildlife density and breathtaking scenery. Continue into the vast plains of the Serengeti National Park, where thrilling Big Five game drives and optional hot air balloon safaris reveal the true drama of the African wilderness.

Your journey then takes you to the exclusive Grumeti Reserve, where conservation, community, and exceptional wildlife viewing come together in a private safari setting.

Conclude your adventure in the misty jungles of Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, where you will enjoy rare and intimate encounters with endangered mountain gorillas an unforgettable finale to a truly remarkable safari.

Designed for discerning travelers, this itinerary blends luxury lodges, diverse landscapes, and once-in-a-lifetime wildlife encounters capturing the essence of East Africa for true wildlife lovers.

Highlights

  • Gorilla trekking in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
  • Optional hot air balloon safari over the Serengeti National Park
  • Witness the Great Migration (seasonal)
  • Big Five game drives across Ngorongoro Crater and Serengeti

Destination

Tanzania & Kenya

DURATION: 7 DAYS
DAY BY DAY BREAKDOWN
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Itinerary Breakdown

Day 1

Arrive Arusha

  • Arusha Coffee Lodge
  • Lunch and Dinner

Arrive at Kilimanjaro International Airport and transfer to Arusha Coffee Lodge, set within a scenic coffee plantation.

Relax and unwind in this tranquil setting, enjoying your first taste of African hospitality before your safari begins.

Meals: Dinner

Accommodation

Enjoy a peaceful stay at Under The Shade Safari Lodge, a cozy retreat surrounded by nature on the outskirts of Arusha. Offering comfortable accommodation, warm hospitality, and a relaxing atmosphere, the lodge provides an ideal setting to unwind before or after your safari adventure.

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Day 2& 3

Ngorongoro Conservation Area

  • Entamanu Ngorongoro
  • Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Travel to the spectacular Ngorongoro Crater and stay at Entamanu Ngorongoro.

Descend into the crater for exceptional wildlife viewing, with opportunities to spot the Big Five in one of Africa’s most unique ecosystems. Enjoy guided explorations and breathtaking views from the crater rim.

Accommodation

Entamanu Ngorongoro is a spectacular luxury camp perched on the rim of the Ngorongoro Crater, Tanzania, offering breathtaking views into the world’s largest unbroken volcanic caldera. Its unique location allows guests to witness both sunrise and sunset over the crater — a rare experience found nowhere else. Designed to blend

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Day 3

Serengeti National Park

  • Nyaruswiga Safari Camp
  • Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Fly into the iconic Serengeti National Park and stay at Nyaruswiga Safari Camp.

Enjoy game drives across endless plains, with chances to see lions, cheetahs, elephants, and more. Optional sunrise hot air balloon safaris offer a spectacular aerial view of the landscape.

Accommodation

Nyaruswiga Safari Camp is an exclusive luxury tented camp set high on a rocky kopje in the central Serengeti National Park, Tanzania. Surrounded by vast plains and abundant wildlife, the camp offers breathtaking 360-degree views and an authentic safari atmosphere combined with world-class comfort. This elegant camp is perfectly located

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Day 6 & 8

Grumeti Reserve

  • Singita Faru Faru Lodge
  • Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Continue to the exclusive Grumeti Reserve and stay at Singita Faru Faru Lodge.

Experience private game drives, guided walking safaris, and learn about conservation efforts and community initiatives that protect this incredible ecosystem.

Accommodation

Singita Faru Faru Lodge is a sophisticated safari retreat set along the banks of the Grumeti River in the western Serengeti, Tanzania. With sweeping views across open plains and river crossings, this lodge offers front-row seats to some of Africa’s most dramatic wildlife encounters. Blending modern design with natural materials,

Itinerary Breakdown

Day 9

Transfer to Uganda

  • Protea Hotel
  • Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Fly to Entebbe and stay at Protea Hotel.

Relax and prepare for the final stage of your wildlife adventure.

Accommodation

Protea Hotel is a premium hotel brand found in key safari gateways, capital cities, and coastal destinations across Africa. It offers a perfect base for travelers before and after safaris, mountain treks, cultural tours, or beach holidays. With modern rooms, friendly service, and excellent dining, Protea Hotel blends international standards

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Day 10 & 12

Bwindi Impenetrable Forest

  • Sanctuary Gorilla Forest Camp
  • Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Continue to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park and stay at Sanctuary Gorilla Forest Camp.

Enjoy two guided gorilla trekking experiences, offering rare opportunities to observe mountain gorillas up close. Complement your stay with forest walks and cultural visits to local communities.

Accommodation

Sanctuary Gorilla Forest Camp is a luxury eco-lodge nestled deep within the misty rainforests of Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, Uganda. Positioned just steps from the legendary gorilla trekking trailhead, this intimate camp offers a rare blend of wilderness, comfort, and conservation. Each spacious tent is elevated on wooden platforms with

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Day 13

Departure

  • No Accomodaction
  • Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Transfer to Kihihi Airstrip for your return flight to Entebbe and onward journey home.

Depart with unforgettable memories of Africa’s greatest landscapes from the Serengeti plains to Bwindi’s misty forests crafted perfectly for Wildlife Lovers Safaris.

Inclusions

Here’s how your price comes together.

INCLUDED

  • Accommodation as specified
  • All meals as indicated
  • Scheduled light aircraft flights and road transfers within the itinerary
  • Private transfers with professional driver-guides
  • Game drives and walking safaris as mentioned
  • Gorilla trekking permits (as specified in the itinerary)
  • All National Park & Hut Fees, Crew Permits and VAT
  • Park and conservation fees
  • Community and cultural visits where listed
  • Complimentary Oxygen Cylinder
  • Bottled water during transfers and activities
  • Emergency evacuation cover (AMREF or equivalent)

EXCLUDED

  • International flights
  • Regional/intra-Africa flights not specified as included
  • Visa fees and travel insurance
  • Optional activities
  • Alcoholic and premium beverages
  • Gratuities and personal expenses
  • Any items not specifically mentioned under inclusions

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