Embark on an extraordinary eleven-day adventure through Tanzania and Uganda with our Serengeti & Gorillas Combo Tour. From the iconic landscapes of Lake Manyara and the Serengeti to the dense jungles of Bwindi Impenetrable Forest, witness the breathtaking beauty of East Africa's most iconic destinations. Trek through the misty forests of Uganda to encounter majestic mountain gorillas in their natural habitat, creating memories that will last a lifetime. Let Travel Partner Ltd guide you on this unforgettable journey, offering seamless transitions and unparalleled experiences along the way.
Arusha National Park – A hidden gem often overlooked, Arusha National Park beckons with its multifaceted allure. A short drive from Moshi or Arusha, it offers an ideal day-trip location for wildlife enthusiasts. Explore varied habitats within hours, experiencing a captivating range of wildlife in a compact yet rich environment.
Lake Manyara National Park – Immerse yourself in a wilderness adventure encompassing diverse ecosystems—from the Rift Valley soda lake to dense woodlands and steep mountainsides. This park is renowned for its tree-climbing lions and the vast elephant herds it safeguards. The shores of the lake, adorned with pink flamingos, welcome over 400 bird species, creating a spectacle amidst buffalo herds, cheetahs, Masai giraffes, and impalas.
Serengeti National Park – Central to the Tanzanian safari experience, the Serengeti is a biodiversity treasure accessible to a spectrum of travelers. While renowned for hosting the Great Wildebeest Migration, its wildlife viewing remains exceptional year-round. Whether witnessing the migration or exploring its abundance in other seasons, the Serengeti promises superb accommodation and top-notch guiding.
Ngorongoro Crater Safari – A testament to nature's grandeur, the Ngorongoro Crater, born of an ancient volcano, spans 20km in diameter. Teeming with indigenous wildlife, it forms a unique eco-system near the renowned Serengeti National Park. This distinctive caldera showcases a panorama of plant and animal life within its walls, offering an unparalleled safari experience.
ITINERARY
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Day 1
International Airport or Pick up from any Hotel in Arusha or Moshi for a transfer to Manyara Safari Lodge, right on the border of Lake Manyara National Park.
Day 2
Full day Safari in Lake Manyara National Park, Home of the Tree Climbing Lions in Tanzania before returning to Manyara Safari Lodge to enjoy a sumptuous dinner prepared by our talented chefs.
Day 3
Depart Manyara Safari Lodge & travel through the Ngorongoro Conservancy to arrive at the centre of the Serengeti, where you will overnight at our glamorous Heritage Luxury Tented Camp in the Seronera for an afternoon safari.
Day 4
Enjoy an action packed day of Safari in the Serengeti, home to three thousand lions, and great numbers of spotted hyenas, leopards, rhinoceroses, hippopotamuses, giraffes, cheetahs, and baboons.
Day 5
Depart from the Serengeti and head to the Ngorongoro Crater to explore the incredible caldera in the hope of seeing the fabled black rhinos before returning to Manyara Safari Lodge, ready to surrender to serenity.
Day 6
AM: Depart from Manyara Safari Lodge to be driven to Kilimanjaro Airport to catch a flight to Entebbe in Uganda.
PM: Arrival and pick up from the Entebbe international airport by our Uganda Partners and transferred to your hotel in Entebbe to start the gorilla safari the next morning.
Day 7
Early morning pick up for the drive to Bwindi Impenetrable Forest, home of the Ugandan Mountain Gorillas, a journey that will take approximately nine hours with plenty of stops to stretch the legs and use the toilet.
Day 8
Enjoy an action packed day trekking through the jungle with highly trained trackers to find a whoop of mountain gorillas. After tracking down the troop, spend one unforgettable hour in the company of wild gorillas. The time you spend observing these endangered species will be something you remember for the rest of your lives.
Day 9
After am an amazing time in the land of the Gorillas, clients will be transferred back to their hotel in Entebbe or Kampala.
Day 10
Clients will be transferred to Entebbe international airport for the next stage of their adventure.
Day 11
The Adventure Continues... Travel Partner Ltd would be delighted to organise the next stage of your trip, whether to Zanzibar, Uganda, Rwanda, Kenya, Mozambique or the Congo.
DESTINATION & DEPARTURE
Arusha National Park
DEPARTURE TIME
Morning from Arusha
RETURN TIME
Afternoon to Arusha
INCLUDED
✓ Accommondation per Tour Description
✓ All meals during safari as per itinerary
✓ Destinations transfers (airport transfer)
✓ Drinking water one bottle of 1.5 ltr a day while on safari
✓ Emergency Evacuation by Flying Doctor
✓ Government Taxes, VAT and all relating service charges
✓ Park Fees
✓ Private 4x4 custom built vehicle
✓ Rescue Fees
✓ Knowledgeable driver/guide
NOT INCLUDED
x Beverages
x Flights
x Meals not listed
x Optional Tours
x Personal Expenses (i.e. laundry and communications)
x Tanzania Visa
x Tips for guides
x Trip & medical insurance