Best of East Africa Safari

Early pre-breakfast Highlights of Kenya & Tanzania Safari game viewing drive in search of the predators and grazers as you exit Amboseli Proceed on the cross-border drive into Tanzania, with immigration formalities at the Namanga (Kenya/Tanzania) border town. The scenic drive is via Masai country, distinct climatic zones and social regions.

Lunch shall be at the Arusha town of Tanzania then proceed to Lake Manyara for game viewing in search of the famous tree climbing lions and large flocks of flamingos.

Accommodation:

• Luxury: Lake Manyara Serena Safari Lodge
• Midrange: Kirurumu Tented Lodge
• Meal plan: Full board

Early wonderful sunrise views as you enjoy breakfast at your Lake Manyara accommodation and later depart for Serengeti National Park via the Olduvai Gorge where we will visit various sites of the Gorge to see where the remains of pre-historic man were discovered.

Accommodation:

• Luxury: Serengeti sopa lodge
• Midrange: Mbugani tented lodge
• Meal plan: Full board

The Day shall be spent at Serengeti National Park on game viewing drives. The Serengeti game reserve is overwhelmingly large – the variety and concentration of game is awesome and the regions are climatically varied and this we experience as we traverse the plains in search of the “BIG 5”.

Accommodation:

• Luxury: Serengeti sopa lodge
• Midrange: Mbugani tented lodge
• Meal plan: Full board

Start this Highlights of Kenya & Tanzania Safari day with a another drive from Serengeti National Park with picnic lunches and game viewing drives en-route as you descend (600M) into the floor of the Ngorongoro crater It shall be almost a full day of awesome Highlights of Kenya & Tanzania Safari game viewing drive with picnic lunch break at Ngoitoktok springs picnic site. The Game volume and concentration is left to your imagination. Later ascend to the crater rim for magnificent sunset views.

Accommodation:

• Luxury: Ngorongoro sopa lodge
• Midrange: Ngorongoro rhino lodge
• Meal plan: Full board

After breakfast –depart for Arusha then proceed to Nairobi via the Namanga border town and Arrive Nairobi in the early evening

       Meal plan: Full Board

After breakfast, you will be transferred to the airport with a stopover at the giraffe center in Langata old Mombasa road. You will participate in feeding the giraffes and appreciate the conservation work at the center then transfer to Jomo Kenyatta airport where you’ll catch your next flight to Entebbe in Uganda to complete the African Savanna Experience Safari highlights.

Accommodation:

• Luxury: Protea Hotel
• Midrange: Rosemary courts
• Meal plan: Full board

After a relaxed breakfast we will depart Entebbe and head west to Fort Portal, with lunch en route. Fort Portal rests in the shadow of the fabled “Mountains of the Moon” and is famous for the many tea plantations. From this lovely town we will continue to Kibale Forest National Park.

Accommodation:

• Luxury: Kyaninga Lodge
• Midrange: Primate Lodge
• Meal plan: Full board

Today the forest opens its doors for a sensational Chimp tracking. Kibale Forest National Park is reputable of having the greatest variety and highest concentration of primates in East Africa. Enjoy a guided nature walk in the tropical rainforest in search of the wild chimpanzee, red-tailed monkey, black-and-white colobus monkey and many others. After a hearty lunch we transfer to the Bigodi Swamp for another, totally different nature walk. The Bigodi Swamp Walk is an initiative of the local community and is known for its rich diversity of birds and primates.

Accommodation:

• Luxury: Kyaninga Lodge
• Midrange: Primate Lodge
• Meal plan: Full board

After breakfast we head towards the south, passing the southern sector of the national park (if road conditions allow). This part is called Ishasha and is famous for the tree climbing lions. After a short game drive in this area we continue to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park. While driving through a verdant countryside, you will pass traditional homesteads and enjoy panoramic views. In the afternoon arrival in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park home of the endangered Mountain Gorillas

Accommodation

• Luxury: Nkuringo Bwindi Gorilla Lodge
• Midrange: Rushaga Gorilla Camp
• Meal plan: Full board

The highlight of your safari: a meeting with the gentle giants of Bwindi! Especially hikers will love the tracking in the beautiful ecosystem of the park. Expect to walk a long distance in steep and muddy conditions, sometimes with rain overhead, before you encounter any gorillas But it will definitely be worthwhile as you observe them closely while they eat, play and rest. A unique and unforgettable experience!. Those who prefer not to participate in the gorilla tracking can go for a guided forest walk or explore the surroundings with the Buhoma Village Walk.

Accommodation:

• Luxury: Nkuringo Bwindi Gorilla Lodge
• Midrange: Rushaga Gorilla Camp
• Meal plan: Full board

Although Bwindi is mainly known for the gorillas it has a lot more to offer. Today you will enjoy the Batwa Trail, a firsthand introduction to one of the most unique cultures worldwide. The Batwa pygmies are a forest people displaced from the rain forest they shared with mountain gorillas. This experience will give you the opportunity to learn more about their age old culture while you enjoy a hike with the Batwa guides, see how they lived and hunted, hear ancient legends and learn about medical plants. The revenue generated from these activities directly benefits the Batwa to strengthen their community. Best of East Africa Safari

Accommodation:

• Luxury: Nkuringo Bwindi Gorilla Lodge
• Midrange: Rushaga Gorilla Camp
• Meal plan: Full board.