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This Uganda wildlife holiday safari takes you on a gratifying journey to see gorillas, chimps, and the abundant wildlife in Uganda’s wild savannahs.
Get up close with chimpanzees in Kibale Forest National Park, spot elephants, lions, and hippos on classic game drives in Queen Elizabeth National Park, and trek through the dense rainforest to witness the majestic mountain gorillas in their natural habitat in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park.
With cultural experiences, breathtaking scenery, and special wildlife experiences, this safari is the adventure of a lifetime.
Take a closer look at the detailed itinerary and get a better idea of how this safari would work for you. Keep in mind that our trips are fully customized and can be personalized to meet your specific needs.
Gorilla and chimpanzee tracking
Tour Type
Private Tour
Accommodation
Lodge
Age Range
15-80 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Bwindi Impenetrable National Par
Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, Kibale Forest National Park, Entebbe, Queen Elizabeth National Park, Kampala
The Great Migration is a wonderful and exiting experience and is regarded as “The Greatest Show on Earth”. The herds of wildebeest, zebra and Thomsons gazelle generally move in a clockwise direction throughout the Serengeti-Mara ecosystem - a movement for which this safari has been designed to follow. Guests arrive for an affordable, yet premium accommodations style and adventure in the capital of Tanzania,
Estimates are that 8 000 wildebeest are born a day – that is 300 every hour, While lion, leopard, cheetah, hyena and wild dog certainly eat their fill of these gangling baby gnus, the synchronized calving is an effective survival mechanism for the species: there is simply too much food for the predators to consume.
Wildlife safaris and game drives
Tour Type
Private Tour
Accommodation
Hotel, Camping, Lodge
Age Range
18-99 yrs
Operated in
english, french
Destinations
Arusha, Lake Manyara National Pa
Arusha, Lake Manyara National Park, Ngorongoro Conservation Area, Serengeti National Park, Tarangire National Park, Ndutu, Ngorongoro Crater
This 2-day safari offers an incredible wildlife experience in Rwanda’s Volcanoes National Park. On day one, embark on a life-changing gorilla trekking adventure, spending an hour with mountain gorillas in their natural habitat. Afterward, visit the Dian Fossey Gorilla Fund to learn about the vital conservation efforts protecting these endangered creatures. On day two, enjoy golden monkey trekking in the bamboo forests, followed by a relaxing canoe ride on Lake Ruhondo, offering stunning views of the surrounding landscape. This tour is perfect for those seeking an enriching wildlife experience in Rwanda.
Trekking and HikingWildlife
Tour Type
Private Tour
Age Range
15-80 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Volcanoes National Park, Volcan
Volcanoes National Park, Volcanoes National Park, Kigali
This gorilla & chimpanzee tracking trip is an unforgettable experience of meeting two of our closest animal cousins in the natural habitat.
Getting to see gorillas and chimps in the wild is very moving as you get to personally notice and witness all the little quirks and mannerisms of each individual.
In Bwindi, you will have your encounter with the mountain gorillas where you get to look into the red eyes of a silverback. And in Kalinzu, you will meet the chimps and closely watch them freely go about their day.
Besides the primates, you will experience Ugandan culture and directly learn about it in the various places you will pass.
This safari is ideal for someone whose schedule is tight but they have always wanted to personally experience the presence of gorillas and chimpanzees in the wild.
Take a look at the detailed itinerary to get a better idea of how a trip like this would flow for you. Keep in mind, our trips are customizable and our team will gladly personalize them to match your specific needs.
Gorilla and chimpanzee tracking
Tour Type
Private Tour
Accommodation
Lodge
Age Range
15-80 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Bwindi Impenetrable National Par
Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, Entebbe, Queen Elizabeth National Park, Kalinzu Forest Reserve, Kampala
This 8-day Lemosho Route on Kilimajaro starts with a high-altitude drop-off in the alpine region at 3,500 meters. Starting from this high point generally makes the trek easier and milder, making it perfect for families or beginners.
Lemosho route is known for its premium-class Kilimanjaro trekking. If you choose it as your trekking option you will get a unique fusion of the most amazing landscapes and easy acclimatization. Lemosho makes Uhuru accessible even for teenagers.
This route has a slightly more expensive price which is fully justified by the advantages of the Lemosho Route. These include spectacular scenery, an SUV transfer to the beginning of the trek, and the highest chances of successful climbing and solitude! Also, the camping site's location and gradual altitude increase are the most suitable for beginners and amateurs. Compared with other routes, the acclimatization process is the easiest one on Kilimanjaro, making the summiting chances the highest.
Known as the Whiskey route, the Machame route is now the most popular route on the mountain. Compared with Marangu, the days in Machame are longer and the walks are steeper. The Machame route is considered a difficult route and is better suited for more adventurous folks and those with some hiking or backpacking experience as well as It is for physically fit people with some hiking experience.
The Machame route approaches the summit from the southwest and descends using the Mweka route, rewarding climbers with views of the expansive Shira Plateau, an optional scramble up Lava Tower, a climb up the Great Barranco wall, and a traverse underneath Kilimanjaro's southern ice field.
This 4-day safari tour will take you through then northern safari circuit in Tanzania where you will visit Serengeti National Park and the Ngorongoro Crater Conservancy finalizing with a Cultural experience or nature hike in the Manyara region. This is a great safari tour that takes you to three amazing wildlife hubs for those with limited time or on a budget.
Serengeti National Park is a must see for any Tanzanian visit and necessitates at least 2 days of game viewing. This ensures you have enough time to roam this gigantic park in search of wildlife. Search for the big five and many other mammals and birds on game drives.
There is more to Serengeti than large mammals. Gaudy agama lizards and rock hyraxes scuffle around the surfaces of the park’s isolated granite koppies. A full 100 varieties of dung beetle have been recorded, as have 500-plus bird species, ranging from the outsized ostrich and bizarre secretary bird of the open grassland to the black eagles that soar effortlessly above the Lobo Hills.
A visit to the Ngorongoro Crater is an experience of a lifetime. There are few places that have wildlife densities and variety at this level. It is not unusual to see the big five in one day, here in the most amazing, unique setting with a backdrop of a 600m/1968ft high crater wall.
On the last day, you have the option of a cultural experience with the Maasai people, nature hike in the Manyara region visit the plantations to the waterfalls may be have a swim if time allows.
Please refer to the itinerary to find out what you'll be doing each day on this safari tour.
Wildlife safaris and game drives
Tour Type
Private Tour
Accommodation
Camping, Tent, Hotel, Hut, Sleeping Hut
Age Range
1-99 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Serengeti National Park, Ngorong
Serengeti National Park, Ngorongoro Crater, Arusha
This guided, 14-day trip will take you to some of the best Rwandan attractions, blending history and culture with wildlife and nature. Explore the savannahs of Akagera and head out to discover the primates in Nyungwe National Park, home to one of the largest tropical rainforest in the country.
Enjoy a boat cruise on Lake Ihema and take in the surreal views of Lake Kivu. You will also summit to Mount Bisoke during this tour and trek through jungles in search of elusive golden monkeys as well as chimpanzees, one of our closest primate relatives.
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Trekking and Hiking
Tour Type
Private Tour
Accommodation
Hotel, Lodge
Age Range
15-79 yrs
Operated in
english, french
Destinations
Kigali, Akagera National Park, V
Kigali, Akagera National Park, Volcanoes National Park, Musanze, Musanze Caves, Nyungwe Forest National Park, Kibuye, Gisenyi
Machame Route (also known to as the "Whiskey Route") is the most beautiful route up Kilimanjaro with high summit success rate. It rewards hikers with scenic splendors. From late afternoon sunsets at Shira to the misty revelations of Kibo at the great Barranco Wall, witness a scenic "slide show" as you trek to the top of the world's highest free-standing mountain.
There is an added benefit to taking the Machame Route, as you are afforded the most valuable commodity on the mountain: acclimatization. The route takes you high to Lava Tower (4,630m) on Day 3 and brings you down by nearly 700m for an overnight at Barranco camp (3,950m). This is the secret to successful acclimatization.
(Note: All your equipment and supplies are portered and a cook prepares all your meals. While the accommodation on the Marangu route is in huts, the Machame route offers strictly tents only accommodation.)
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Embark on an unforgettable 8-day safari adventure through Tanzania's iconic wildlife havens.
Explore the diverse landscapes of Lake Manyara National Park, renowned for its tree-climbing lions and vibrant birdlife.
Experience the grandeur of the Serengeti, home to the Great Migration, with exhilarating game drives and encounters with diverse wildlife. Descend into the breathtaking Ngorongoro Crater, a Unesco World Heritage Site, and witness the incredible biodiversity within this natural wonder.
This safari offers a unique blend of wildlife encounters, cultural immersion, and stunning scenery, creating memories that will last a lifetime.
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Adventure
Tour Type
Private Tour
Accommodation
Camping, Hotel, Lodge
Age Range
5-99 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Lake Manyara National Park, Sere
Lake Manyara National Park, Serengeti National Park, Ngorongoro Crater, Kilimanjaro, Ngorongoro Conservation Area, Kilimanjaro International Airport