How much does gorilla trekking in Uganda cost?

Gorilla trekking permits in Uganda cost $700 USD per person during peak season (June-September, December-February) and $600 USD during low season. This includes park entry into Bwindi Impenetrable Forest, professional guide services, and one hour with the gorilla family.

What is the best time to visit Uganda for a safari?

The best time for wildlife viewing and gorilla trekking is during the dry seasons: June to September and December to February. Trails are less muddy and animals gather around water sources.

How do I book a gorilla trekking permit?

Contact Satellite Adventures to book your gorilla permits. We secure permits from the Uganda Wildlife Authority and include them in your safari package. Book at least 3-6 months in advance as only 8 permits are available per gorilla family daily.

Is Uganda safe for tourists?

Yes, Uganda is safe for tourists. The country welcomes over 1.5 million visitors annually. Our experienced guides ensure your safety throughout your safari.

What payment methods do you accept?

We accept Visa, Mastercard, PayPal, bank transfers, MTN Mobile Money, and Airtel Money. A 30% deposit secures your booking with the balance due 60 days before travel.

Do I need travel insurance for Uganda safari?

Yes, comprehensive travel insurance is mandatory for all our safaris to protect against unforeseen circumstances including medical emergencies, trip cancellation, and lost luggage.

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Best of Kenya and Tanzania Safari

Safari Overview

What to Expect –> Great Migration, Game Drives, Bird Watching

This 7 Day Highlights Best of Kenya & Tanzania Safari is a cross-border trip and it takes you through the immersive national parks of Kenya and Tanzania – each with its own unique look, wildlife and landscape. Come to Africa and witness the great wildebeest migration, an animal spectacle like no other on this planet and meet the famous African savanna “Big Five” (lion, leopard, rhinoceros, elephant, and Cape buffalo) on this enchanting family African safari.

Duration
7 Days/ 6 Nights
Wearing
Comfortable athletic clothing, hiking boots, hat, jacket and sunscreen
Location
Kenya
Safari Type
Guided, Private Safari
Price Included

Airport Transfers

Car hire

Services of an English-speaking guide

Refreshments like water

All accommodation & Meals

All activities

All Taxes /VAT

A professional driver /guide

Fuel

Drinking water
Price Excludes

Tips and gratuities

All items of personal nature

International flights

Alcoholic drinks

Detailed Itinerary

Day 1: Nairobi – Amboseli

You’ll start the Highlights of Kenya & Tanzania Safari with a drive towards Amboseli National Park. Arrive at Amboseli national park and take a rest and later venture into the park for the scheduled afternoon game viewing drive in search of Elephant, Giraffe, Zebra, Lion, Cheetah, Warthog, Ostrich and many others. Mount Kilimanjaro dominates the skyline and surrounding country side, it is the tallest mountain in Africa and the highest free-standing mountain in the world. The snow – capped peaks dominate the background while we marvel at the wildlife and scenery.

Accommodation:

Midrange: Kibo safari Lodge
Meal plan: Full board

Day 2: Amboseli National Park

Early pre-breakfast game viewing drive at the national park, Weather permitting the clouds will shear off, leaving you mesmerized by the majesty of the Kilimanjaro and its gleaming snowcapped peaks.

Accommodation:

Midrange: Kibo safari camp
Meal plan: Full board

Day 3: Amboseli – Lake Manyara: (320 kms: 5-6 hrs drive with Stops)

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:

Midrange: Kirurumu tented camp
Meal plan: Full board

Day 4: Lake Manyara to Serengeti National Park (215 kms, Appx. 4 hrs)

Early wonderful sunrise views as you enjoy breakfast at your Lake Manyara accommodation and later depart for Serengeti 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:

Midrange: Kirurumu tented camp
Meal plan: Full board

Day 5: Game Drive in Serengeti National Park

Day shall be spent at Serengeti National Park for 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:

Midrange: Serengeti wild camp
Meal plan: Full board

Day 6: Serengeti to Ngorongoro National Park (160km -3hrs)

tart 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:

Midrange: Ngorongoro safari Lodge
Meal plan: Full board

Day 7: Ngorongoro National to Arusha then to Nairobi

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

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Best of Kenya and Tanzania Safari

Choosing Between Bwindi and Volcanoes National Park

Guidelines on Importing and Operating Drones in Uganda

Best of Kenya and Tanzania Safari

Safari Overview

What to Expect –> Great Migration, Game Drives, Bird Watching

Detailed Itinerary

Day 1: Nairobi – Amboseli

Day 2: Amboseli National Park

Day 3: Amboseli – Lake Manyara: (320 kms: 5-6 hrs drive with Stops)

Day 4: Lake Manyara to Serengeti National Park (215 kms, Appx. 4 hrs)

Day 5: Game Drive in Serengeti National Park

Day 6: Serengeti to Ngorongoro National Park (160km -3hrs)

Day 7: Ngorongoro National to Arusha then to Nairobi

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Best of Kenya and Tanzania Safari

Choosing Between Bwindi and Volcanoes National Park

Guidelines on Importing and Operating Drones in Uganda

Choosing Between Bwindi and Volcanoes National Park

Guidelines on Importing and Operating Drones in Uganda

Best of Kenya and Tanzania Safari

Safari Overview

What to Expect –> Great Migration, Game Drives, Bird Watching

Detailed Itinerary

Day 1: Nairobi – Amboseli

Day 2: Amboseli National Park

Day 3: Amboseli – Lake Manyara: (320 kms: 5-6 hrs drive with Stops)

Day 4: Lake Manyara to Serengeti National Park (215 kms, Appx. 4 hrs)

Day 5: Game Drive in Serengeti National Park

Day 6: Serengeti to Ngorongoro National Park (160km -3hrs)

Day 7: Ngorongoro National to Arusha then to Nairobi

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