14 Days East Africa Adventure Small Group Safari
Three countries, incredible wildlife and one unforgettable journey through East Africa. Start with Uganda’s mountain gorillas, then follow the road into Kenya and Tanzania for some of Africa’s most iconic safari experiences.
Important Note
Because this is a 14-day cross-border small group safari, exact driving times, border arrangements and accommodation locations may vary depending on the season, road conditions and border procedures. The core destinations and experiences remain as outlined above.
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- Small group 4×4 safari transport
- Professional English-speaking safari guides
- 13 nights accommodation
- Meals as indicated
- Uganda gorilla trekking permit
- National park and conservation fees included in the itinerary
- Game drives
- Airport transfers
- Drinking water during the safari
- Border crossing assistance
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- International flights
- Visa fees
- Travel insurance
- Personal expenses
- Alcoholic drinks
- Tips
- Souvenirs
- Optional activities
- Porter fees during gorilla trekking
- Any services not specifically listed under inclusions
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Details
This 14 Days / 13 Nights East Africa Adventure takes you from Uganda to Kenya and Tanzania, combining gorilla trekking with classic savannah safaris.
Begin in Uganda with time in Bwindi and Mgahinga before crossing into Kenya for the wide-open plains of the Masai Mara and the spectacular views of Mount Kilimanjaro in Amboseli. The journey then continues into Tanzania, where you’ll explore the Serengeti and descend into the Ngorongoro Crater before finishing in Arusha.
Travelling as a small group makes the journey social and enjoyable while still giving you plenty of time for wildlife viewing, photography and enjoying each destination.
Welcome to Uganda.
Upon arrival at Entebbe International Airport, you’ll be met by your Onyx Nature Safaris representative and transferred to your hotel.
Take the rest of the day to relax after your journey. Depending on your arrival time, you can explore a little of Entebbe or simply enjoy a quiet evening before the safari begins.
Overnight: Entebbe
Meals: Dinner
After breakfast, begin the journey southwest towards Bwindi Impenetrable National Park.
The drive takes you through Uganda's beautiful countryside, with rolling hills, villages and changing landscapes along the way.
Arrive at your lodge and settle in.
Day 3: Gorilla Trekking
Today is the big one.
After an early breakfast, head to the gorilla trekking briefing point and meet the Uganda Wildlife Authority rangers.
Once briefed, enter the forest in search of your assigned gorilla family.
The trek can take several hours depending on where the gorillas are located. Once you find them, spend the permitted time observing them as they feed, play, groom and interact with each other.
After the trek, return to the lodge and relax.
Overnight: Bwindi
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
After breakfast, leave Bwindi and travel towards Mgahinga Gorilla National Park.
Enjoy the changing scenery as you travel through southwestern Uganda towards the Virunga Mountains.
Depending on your arrival time, enjoy a short nature or cultural experience around the area.
Spend the evening relaxing at your lodge and preparing for the next stage of the journey.
Overnight: Mgahinga area
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Leave Uganda and continue towards Kenya, travelling through the region towards the famous Masai Mara National Reserve.
Day 5
Arrive in the Masai Mara area and check into your camp.
After lunch, head out for your first game drive.
Explore the open grasslands in search of lions, elephants, buffaloes, giraffes, zebras and other wildlife.
Overnight: Masai Mara
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 6
Enjoy a full day exploring the Masai Mara.
Set out early for a game drive when wildlife is most active. Spend the day exploring different parts of the reserve, looking for predators and large herds of plains game.
Enjoy a picnic lunch in the reserve before continuing your game drive.
The Masai Mara is also one of the most famous locations associated with the Great Migration, although the timing and location of the herds depend on the season.
Overnight: Masai Mara
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 7
Enjoy another morning game drive before leaving the Mara.
After breakfast, begin the journey towards Amboseli National Park.
Stop for lunch along the way and continue towards Amboseli.
Overnight: Amboseli
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 8
Wake up in Amboseli and enjoy your first full experience of the park.
Set out for a game drive across the open plains, with the magnificent Mount Kilimanjaro providing a spectacular backdrop when the weather is clear.
Look out for elephants, giraffes, zebras, buffaloes, lions and other wildlife.
Return to camp in the evening.
Overnight: Amboseli
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 9
Enjoy another morning game drive in Amboseli.
The park is particularly famous for its large elephant herds and views towards Kilimanjaro.
After the game drive, leave Amboseli and continue towards the Tanzania border.
Cross into Tanzania and continue towards your next destination.
Overnight: Tanzania transit area / Arusha, depending on the final border and transport arrangements
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 10
Continue your journey towards the Serengeti National Park.
As you approach the park, the landscape opens into vast grasslands stretching towards the horizon.
Enter the Serengeti and begin your first game drive.
Look out for lions, elephants, giraffes, zebras, wildebeest, buffaloes and other wildlife.
Continue to your camp for dinner and overnight.
Overnight: Serengeti
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 11
Spend a full day exploring the Serengeti.
Wake up early and head out with your guide to search for wildlife across the plains.
The Serengeti is famous for its large populations of wildebeest and zebras, as well as some of Africa's best-known predators.
Enjoy a picnic lunch in the park before continuing your game drive.
Return to camp in the evening.
Overnight: Serengeti
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 12
Enjoy another morning game drive in the Serengeti before beginning your journey towards the Ngorongoro Conservation Area.
Continue through the changing landscapes of northern Tanzania, with opportunities for wildlife viewing along the way.
Arrive at your accommodation near Ngorongoro and relax.
Overnight: Ngorongoro/ Karatu
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
After breakfast, descend into the Ngorongoro Crater for a game drive.
The crater floor is home to a remarkable concentration of wildlife, including lions, elephants, buffaloes, zebras, wildebeest, hippos and many other species.
Enjoy a picnic lunch in the crater before ascending later in the day.
Continue towards Arusha for your final night.
Overnight: Arusha
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Enjoy breakfast at your hotel.
Depending on your flight schedule, you can spend some time relaxing or exploring Arusha before your transfer to the airport.
Your 14 Days East Africa Adventure Small Group Safari comes to an end in Arusha.
Meals: Breakfast
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