21 Day Epic East Africa Safari & Kilimanjaro Climb
An Epic East Africa Safari & Kilimanjaro Climb
- This itinerary balances thrilling wildlife encounters, cultural immersion, and high-altitude adventure with comfortable lodges, expert guides, and once-in-a-lifetime experiences.
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Duration
21 Days
Date
Any time of the year
Pick Up
Airport, Hotel
Experience the ultimate East African adventure on this 21-day safari across Uganda, Kenya, and Tanzania, culminating in a summit of Mount Kilimanjaro. Track mountain gorillas in Bwindi, observe chimpanzees in Kibale, explore Murchison Falls, and witness Kenya’s Masai Mara wildlife and the spectacular Great Migration. Continue to Tanzania for the Serengeti plains and Ngorongoro Crater, before embarking on a 7-day climb along the Lemosho or Machame route to Uhuru Peak. This itinerary balances thrilling wildlife encounters, cultural immersion, and high-altitude adventure with comfortable lodges, expert guides, and once-in-a-lifetime experiences.
Inclusions
- Airport transfers in Uganda, Kenya, and Tanzania
- Gorilla trekking permit in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park and Batwa community visit
- Chimpanzee tracking permit in Kibale Forest National Park
- Transportation in a 4WD safari vehicle
- Park entrance, game drive, and ranger fees where applicable
- Dedicated professional English-speaking driver-guide
- Bottled drinking water during drives and excursions
- Accommodation and meals as outlined in the itinerary
- Applicable government taxes
Exclusions
- International flights
- Visa fees for Uganda, Kenya, and Tanzania
- Accommodation before or after the safari
- Optional activities not listed in the itinerary
- Travel insurance
- Meals not specified in the itinerary
- Personal expenses (drinks, laundry, souvenirs)
- Tips, and laundry
Itinerary
Meet your guide and transfer (flight or road) to Murchison Falls. Settle into your lodge and confirm gorilla and chimp permits.
Morning game drive and afternoon boat cruise to the base of the falls. Spot hippos, crocodiles, elephants, and enjoy the spectacular river scenery.
Scenic drive or flight west across fertile highlands. Optional short walks and village visits.
Chimpanzee trekking in the morning and guided walk in Bigodi Wetland Sanctuary in the afternoon.
Visit Batwa communities along the way. Prepare for gorilla trekking.
Spend up to one hour observing a habituated mountain gorilla family. Return to lodge; optional community or conservation visits.
Fly from Bwindi/Kisoro to Nairobi. Overnight in Nairobi; rest and prep for the Masai Mara.
Fly to the Masai Mara and enjoy an afternoon game drive. Spot lions, elephants, cheetahs, and wildebeest.
Full day game drives or optional hot-air balloon safari with champagne breakfast.
Transfer via Nairobi to Serengeti National Park, followed by afternoon game drive.
Full day of game drives, following predators and migration herds. Optional bush picnic.
Track herds in northern, central, or southern Serengeti for wildlife action.
Stop at Olduvai Gorge for history; overnight at a crater rim lodge.
Descend into the crater for a full-day game drive. Enjoy picnic lunch and view rhinos, lions, elephants, and other wildlife.
Meet your trekking operator, finalize gear and briefing. Overnight at Arusha or Moshi.
Ascend through forest, moorland, and alpine zones, with staged camps and acclimatization hikes.
Midnight start to Uhuru Peak, sunrise photos, then descend to Mweka or Millenium Camp. Return to Moshi or Arusha.
Transfer to Kilimanjaro International Airport or Arusha for onward flights. End of journey.
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