11 Day Gorilla Trekking & Tanzania Wildlife Safari
11 Days – 10 Nights
11 Day Gorilla Trekking & Tanzania Wildlife Safari
Overview
This unforgettable 11 day Gorilla Trekking and Tanzania Wildlife Safari combines the thrill of tracking endangered mountain gorillas in Uganda’s Bwindi Impenetrable Forest with an epic journey through Tanzania’s top wildlife destinations. From the ancient baobabs of Tarangire to the endless plains of Serengeti and the unique Hadzabe tribe of Lake Eyasi, this itinerary is a perfect blend of wildlife, landscapes, and cultural encounters.
Experience gorilla trekking, Big Five game drives, birdwatching, and community visits across two countries – all wrapped into one seamless safari adventure.
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11 Days/ 10 Nights
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Uganda/ Tanzania
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Guided, Private Safari
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Airport TransfersCar hireServices of an English-speaking guideRefreshments like waterAll accommodation & MealsAll activitiesAll Taxes /VATA professional driver /guideFuelGorilla permitDrinking water
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Tips and gratuitiesAll items of personal natureInternational flightsAlcoholic drinks
Detailed Itinerary
Day 1: Arrival in Arusha – Transfer to Tarangire National Park
Your adventure kicks off with a scenic drive to Tarangire National Park, known for its iconic baobab trees, seasonal swamps, and large elephant herds. The Tarangire River attracts a variety of wildlife, making it one of the best places in Tanzania for game viewing. Look out for giraffes, zebras, buffaloes, lions, and leopards during your afternoon game drive. Enjoy a picnic lunch with views of the river, where you may witness a predator in action.
Accommodation: Tarangire Simba Lodge
Meal Plan: Full Board
Day 2: Transfer to Lake Manyara National Park for a Full Day Game Drives
After breakfast, head out to Lake Manyara National Park, a compact gem nestled beneath the Great Rift Valley escarpment. This park is known for its lush vegetation, groundwater forests, and large flocks of flamingos. It’s also famous for tree-climbing lions and a wide range of wildlife including elephants, hippos, baboons, and giraffes.
Accommodation: Manyara Wildlife Safari Camp
Meal Plan: Full Board
Day 3: Transfer to Serengeti National Park via Ngorongoro Highlands
Today, travel through the breathtaking Ngorongoro Highlands en route to Serengeti National Park. Stop at the crater rim for panoramic views before descending into the vast Serengeti plains. This world-famous park is home to the Great Migration and abundant resident wildlife including lions, cheetahs, wildebeests, zebras, and gazelles.
Accommodation: Serengeti Sopa Lodge
Meal Plan: Full Board
Day 4&5: Full Day Game Drives in Serengeti
Spend two full days exploring the iconic Serengeti National Park. Go on morning and afternoon game drives in search of the Big Cats – lion, leopard, and cheetah – along with elephants, hyenas, jackals, and hundreds of bird species. Depending on the time of year, you might also witness parts of the dramatic Great Migration.
Accommodation: Serengeti Sopa Lodge
Meal Plan: Full Board
Day 6: Sunrise Morning Game Drive in Serengeti and Transfer to Ngorongoro Conservation Area
Begin your day with an early game drive to catch the stunning Serengeti sunrise. After brunch at the lodge, continue your journey to the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Known as the “Eighth Wonder of the World,” the crater is home to the densest concentration of wildlife in Africa and one of the last places where you can see black rhinos in the wild.
Accommodation: Ngorongoro Sopa Lodge
Meal Plan: Full Board
Day 7: Ngorongoro Crater Game Drive – Transfer to Lake Eyasi
Descend into the Ngorongoro Crater for an unforgettable wildlife experience. The crater floor is teeming with animals – from elephants and zebras to flamingos and hippos. You might even spot the elusive black rhino. After lunch, drive to Lake Eyasi, a remote, seasonal soda lake on the Great Rift Valley floor, where you’ll engage in cultural activities the next day.
Accommodation: Lake Eyasi Safari Lodge
Meal Plan: Full Board
Day 8: Cultural Encounter with the Hadzabe Tribe – Fly to Uganda or Rwanda
Wake up early to meet the Hadzabe, one of the last remaining hunter-gatherer tribes in Africa. Join the Hadzabe men on a traditional hunt or follow the women as they forage for fruits and roots. This intimate cultural experience offers a rare glimpse into a vanishing way of life. Afterward, visit Lake Eyasi before transferring to Arusha for your evening flight to either Uganda (Entebbe) or Rwanda (Kigali).
Day 9: Transfer to Bwindi Impenetrable Forest, Uganda
On this day, your local driver-guide will pick you up from your hotel and transfer you to Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National Park, the heart of mountain gorilla conservation. Enjoy scenic drives through the rolling hills of southwestern Uganda, with opportunities to stop at the Equator and interact with local communities along the way.
Accommodation: Rushaga Gorilla Havens Lodge / Buhoma Community Rest Camp
Meal Plan: Full Board
Day 10 : Gorilla Trekking Experience & Community Visit
Today is the highlight of your trip – mountain gorilla trekking in Bwindi! After an early breakfast, head to the park headquarters for a pre-trek briefing. Once assigned a gorilla family, venture into the dense jungle with your rangers. The trek can take anywhere from 2 to 6 hours, depending on the gorillas’ location. When you find them, you’ll spend one magical hour in their presence – a truly life-changing experience. In the evening, take an optional walk to a nearby Batwa pygmy community to learn about their traditional forest-based culture.
Accommodation: Rushaga Gorilla Havens Lodge / Buhoma Community Rest Camp
Meal Plan: Full Board
Day 11: Return to Kampala, Entebbe or Kigali
After breakfast, begin your return journey to Kampala, Entebbe, or Kigali, marking the end of your incredible safari adventure. Enjoy scenic views and optional stops along the way for photos, souvenirs, or a final taste of East African hospitality.
Meals: Breakfast and Lunch
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