14 Days African Savanna Experience Safari (Kenya, Tanzania & Uganda)

14 Days African Savanna Experience Kenya, Tanzania & Uganda Safari

Overview

This 14-days cross-border Safari takes you exploring the immersive treasures of Kenya, Tanzania and Uganda each with its own unique look, wildlife and landscape.

The 14 days Kenya Tanzania Uganda Safari will visit the classic African safari wildlife parks like Amboseli, Lake Manyara (Tree climbing lions), Serengeti National Park (great migration) – vast herds of wildebeest & zebra moving on to Masai Mara Game Reserve in Kenya and Ngorongoro Crater.

You’ll overland over into Uganda to meet man’s closest relatives, the chimpanzee and mountain gorilla, which will be the highlight of the whole trip.

Highlights

• 2 nights Amboseli National Park
• Views of snow-capped Mt. Kilimanjaro – highest peak in Africa
• 1 night Lake Manyara National Park for the Tree climbing lions
• View Over 300 migratory birds – flamingo & long-crested eagle
• 2 nights Serengeti National Park for the great migration – vast herds of wildebeest & zebra moving on to Masai Mara Game Reserve in Kenya
• The Big Five – largest population of lions in Africa
• 1 Night at Ngorongoro Crater the world’s largest intact volcanic caldera and 8th Wonder of the World & UNESCO World Heritage Site
• Olduvai Gorge – site of pre-historic man

ITINERARY

DAY 1: Nairobi – Amboseli

You will be met by a representative of Forever Africa Safari who will brief you about the African Savanna Experience Safari itinerary and then depart for Amboseli national park. You will check-in into your Lodge and have lunch.

In the afternoon, game 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.

Overnight at Sentrim Amboseli Camp or Kibo safari camp (B-L-D)

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.

Overnight at Sentrim Amboseli Camp or Kibo safari camp (B-L-D)

DAY 3: Amboseli – Lake Manyara: (5-6 Hrs )

Early pre-breakfast 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.
Continue the African Savanna Experience Safari and proceed to Lake Manyara for game viewing in search of the famous tree climbing lions and large flocks of flamingos.

Overnight at Kirurumu Tented Lodge (B-L-D)

Day 4: Lake Manyara – Serengeti (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.

Overnight at Kirurumu Tented Lodge (B-L-D)

DAY 5: Full Day Game Drive in Serengeti

Day shall be spent at the Serengeti 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”.

Overnight at Serengeti Wild Camp (B-L-D)

Day 6: Serengeti – Ngorongoro: (3hrs)

Depart Serengeti 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 African Savanna Experience Safari game viewing drive with picnic lunch break at Ngoitoktok springs picnic site

Game volume and concentration is left to your imagination. Later ascend to the crater rim for magnificent sunset views.

Overnight at Ngorongoro safari Lodge (B-L-D)

Day 7: Ngorongoro- Arusha – Nairobi (6/7 Hrs With A Lunch Stop)

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

Overnight at (B-L-D)

Day 8: Transfer to Uganda and Giraffe Center

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.

Overnight at Lake Victoria Hotel (B-L-D)

Day 9: Entebbe – Kibale Forest National Park (6-7 Hrs)

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 National Park.

Dinner and overnight at the superior safari tents of Primate Lodge Kibale or / Rweetera safari Park (B-L-D)

Day 10: Chimpanzee Tracking and Bogodi Swamp Walk

Today the forest opens its doors for a sensational chimp tracking. Kibale Forest 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.

Dinner and overnight at the cottages of Primate Lodge Kibale or / Rweetera safari Park. (B-L-D)

Day 11: Kibale – Bwindi National Park (4-5 Hrs)

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. While driving through a verdant countryside, you will pass traditional homesteads and enjoy panoramic views. In the afternoon arrival in Bwindi National Park, home of the endangered mountain gorillas.

Overnight at Lake Mulehe Gorilla Lodge or Lake Mutanda Resort (FB + non-premium brand drinks).

Day 12 : Gorilla Tracking

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.

Overnight at Lake Mulehe Gorilla Lodge or Lake Mutanda Resort (FB + non-premium brand drinks).

Day 13: The Batwa Trail

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.

Overnight at Lake Mulehe Gorilla Lodge or Lake Mutanda Resort (FB + non-premium brand drinks).

Day 14: Departure

Enriched with an experience of a lifetime and unforgettable memories you will say goodbye to the Pearl of Africa and transfer back to Entebbe for your international flight.

End of the African Savanna Experience Safari

Terms and Conditions

* The rates are in US dollars and subject to change.

* Availability of accommodation, permits and activities is not guaranteed until confirmation by your contact person of Forever Africa Safaris. Permits are sold on ‘first come first serve’ basis.

* Should any of the included accommodations not be available, Forever Africa Safari reserves the right to substitute it with an alternative suitable accommodation, which might affect the final quoted price.

* The estimated travelling hours are based on the actual hours of driving. Stops for lunch and photos are not included.

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