13 Days Africa Safari Tours – Gorilla, Masai Mara & Serengeti Wilderness Safari
Overview
This Africa Safari Tours package is an extraordinary 13-day adventure that combines the very best of Uganda, Kenya, and Tanzania into one unforgettable East African journey. Carefully designed for travellers who want to experience the region’s most iconic wildlife destinations, this itinerary brings together world-famous national parks, breathtaking landscapes, remarkable primate encounters, and authentic cultural experiences. Every destination offers unique highlights, making this safari one of the most comprehensive wildlife adventures available.
Your journey begins in Uganda, where you’ll explore the lush rainforests of Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, home to nearly half of the world’s remaining endangered mountain gorillas. Accompanied by experienced park rangers, you’ll trek through the dense forest to spend an unforgettable hour observing these gentle giants in their natural habitat. The adventure continues in Kibale National Park, renowned for its thriving population of chimpanzees and diverse primate species. Chimpanzee trekking through the tropical forest provides another exciting opportunity to experience Uganda’s exceptional biodiversity.
After your rainforest adventures, you’ll unwind at the beautiful Lake Bunyonyi, one of Africa’s most picturesque lakes. Surrounded by rolling hills and dotted with numerous islands, the lake offers the perfect setting to relax, enjoy scenic views, or take a peaceful canoe ride before continuing your safari.
Crossing into Tanzania, you’ll discover the breathtaking Ngorongoro Crater, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of Africa’s greatest wildlife havens. The crater floor is home to an incredible concentration of animals, including elephants, lions, buffaloes, rhinos, zebras, wildebeest, and countless bird species, offering exceptional game viewing throughout the day.
The adventure reaches another spectacular highlight in the legendary Serengeti National Park and Masai Mara National Reserve, where you’ll witness the world-famous Great Wildebeest Migration (season permitting). Watching thousands of wildebeest, zebras, and gazelles move across the plains while predators such as lions, cheetahs, and crocodiles follow closely behind is one of the greatest wildlife spectacles on Earth.
Throughout this Africa Safari Tours experience, you’ll travel through diverse ecosystems ranging from tropical rainforests and volcanic highlands to vast savannahs and freshwater lakes. Comfortable accommodations, professional safari guides, exciting game drives, and opportunities to encounter the Big Five, endangered primates, and hundreds of bird species ensure an exceptional travel experience from start to finish.
Whether you’re seeking thrilling wildlife encounters, stunning photography opportunities, or meaningful cultural interactions, this Africa Safari Tours itinerary offers the perfect combination of adventure, comfort, and discovery. Rich in natural beauty and unforgettable moments, Africa Safari Tours across Uganda, Kenya, and Tanzania promises a once-in-a-lifetime journey through the heart of East Africa.
Tour Plan
Arrive at Kilimanjaro Airport where your guide will warmly welcome you. Transfer to your hotel in Arusha and settle in. Depending on your arrival time, you can enjoy an optional city tour or coffee experience. Relax in the cool breeze of Kilimanjaro land before your adventure begins.
Accommodation: Venice Hotel
After breakfast, head to the legendary Ngorongoro Crater, home to one of the densest populations of wildlife in Africa. Enjoy breathtaking scenery of forests, soda lakes, open plains, and swamps. Spot rhinos, elephants, lions, and other predators in this UNESCO World Heritage Site. Picnic lunch is provided before you return to your lodge for dinner.
Accommodation: Karatu Tented Lodge
Spend the day exploring the world’s largest intact volcanic caldera. Ngorongoro’s self-sustaining ecosystem offers exceptional wildlife viewing, from herds of wildebeest and zebra to predators like cheetahs and hyenas. Capture stunning photographs of this natural wonder before heading back to your lodge.
Accommodation: Karatu Tented Lodge
Journey into the endless plains of the Serengeti, where over two million wildebeest, zebra, and gazelles roam. Depending on the season, you may witness the dramatic calving season or the great river crossings. Serengeti is also home to big cats, giraffes, elephants, and countless bird species.
Accommodation: Mawe Camp
Immerse yourself in the Serengeti wilderness with a full day of game drives. Track the Great Migration, watch predator-prey interactions, and marvel at vast landscapes dotted with acacias. From crocodile-filled rivers to lion prides in the savannah, every moment promises adventure.
Accommodation: Mawe Camp
Depart Serengeti with a morning game drive en route to the Isebania border. After crossing into Kenya, continue into the world-famous Masai Mara National Reserve. Arrive in the evening for an en-route game drive before checking into your lodge for dinner.
Accommodation: Sopa Lodge
Rise early for an optional hot air balloon safari (extra cost), floating above the Mara’s grasslands, rivers, and wildlife. Continue with full-day game drives, tracking elephants, lions, cheetahs, and the vast herds of wildebeest during migration season. The Masai Mara is a highlight of all Africa Safari Tours.
Accommodation: Sopa Lodge
After breakfast, enjoy a final game drive in the Masai Mara. Then transfer to Nairobi for your flight to Entebbe, Uganda. Upon arrival, meet your Ugandan guide and transfer to your lodge for relaxation and dinner.
Accommodation: Papyrus Guest House
Travel to Kibale Forest National Park, known as the primate capital of the world. Arrive in time for lunch before enjoying a Bigodi Wetland Sanctuary walk, where you can see monkeys, birds, and local village life.
Accommodation: Isunga Lodge
Early morning, head into Kibale Forest for chimpanzee trekking. Spend an hour observing these playful primates and enjoy sightings of other monkeys and bird species. Afternoon at leisure or optional crater lakes exploration.
Accommodation: Isunga Lodge
After breakfast, transfer south to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, home to half of the world’s mountain gorillas. Arrive in the late afternoon, enjoy dinner, and prepare for the once-in-a-lifetime gorilla trek. Evening entertainment includes a Batwa cultural performance.
Accommodation: Buhoma Gorilla Camp
Today is the highlight of your safari. Begin with a briefing at park headquarters, then trek into the dense forest to find your assigned gorilla family. Spend one unforgettable hour with these gentle giants, observing their behavior and taking photos. In the evening, transfer to Lake Bunyonyi, Uganda’s most scenic lake with 29 islands.
Accommodation: Arcadia Lodge Lake Bunyonyi
After breakfast, drive back toward Kampala/Entebbe with a stop at the Equator for photos and souvenirs. Arrive in the afternoon, freshen up at a day room, and later transfer to Entebbe International Airport for your departure flight. Your epic Africa Safari Tour ends here.
