14-Day Gorilla Trekking and Serengeti Wildlife Safari: Uganda and Tanzania Adventure

The 14-Day Gorilla Trekking and Serengeti Wildlife Safari offers an exceptional opportunity to explore two of East Africa’s most remarkable wildlife destinations. Combining Uganda’s tropical rainforests with Tanzania’s magnificent savannahs, this journey brings together mountain gorilla trekking, chimpanzee tracking, Big Five wildlife viewing, dramatic waterfalls, cultural encounters, and the legendary plains of the Serengeti.

Your adventure begins in Uganda, the Pearl of Africa, where rich biodiversity and spectacular landscapes create unforgettable safari experiences. You will explore Murchison Falls National Park, track chimpanzees in Kibale National Park, discover the wildlife of Queen Elizabeth National Park, and meet endangered mountain gorillas in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park. Lake Mburo adds another rewarding wildlife experience before you fly to Tanzania for the second part of your journey.

In Tanzania, the safari continues through Tarangire National Park, Serengeti National Park, and the world-famous Ngorongoro Crater. These destinations provide opportunities to encounter elephants, lions, buffaloes, giraffes, zebras, wildebeest, and numerous other species. Depending on your travel dates and wildlife movements, you may also have opportunities to observe the spectacular Great Wildlife Migration.

The 14-Day Gorilla Trekking and Serengeti Wildlife Safari is ideal for travelers who want more than a conventional game-drive holiday. It combines forest adventures, open-vehicle safaris, scenic road journeys, cultural experiences, and comfortable accommodation in one memorable East African itinerary.

Why Combine Uganda and Tanzania?

Uganda and Tanzania offer complementary safari experiences. Uganda is internationally recognised for mountain gorillas and chimpanzees, while Tanzania is famous for its expansive savannah ecosystems and classic African wildlife viewing. Together, the two countries provide a broader understanding of East Africa’s natural diversity.

Furthermore, the journey introduces you to communities whose heritage and livelihoods connect with the landscapes you explore. From the Batwa cultural experience near Bwindi to Maasai and Hadzabe encounters in Tanzania, opportunities for cultural learning can enrich the journey when arranged respectfully with local communities.

Detailed 14-Day Gorilla Trekking and Serengeti Wildlife Safari

Day 1: Arrival at Entebbe International Airport – Welcome to Uganda

Begin Your African Adventure

Your 14-Day Gorilla Trekking and Serengeti Wildlife Safari begins at Entebbe International Airport, where your safari representative will welcome you and arrange your transfer to the confirmed hotel.

Entebbe lies beside Lake Victoria and provides a relaxed introduction to Uganda. Depending on your arrival time, you may have an opportunity to explore selected areas around Entebbe or Kampala, enjoy lunch, and learn about the country’s history and culture. However, the availability of a city excursion depends on your flight schedule and the final transfer arrangements.

After checking in, take time to rest following your international journey. A comfortable first evening allows you to recover before the safari begins in earnest.

Discover Uganda’s Warm Hospitality

Uganda’s cultural diversity, welcoming communities, and beautiful landscapes make it an appealing destination beyond its national parks. If time permits, you may ask your guide about local craft markets, Ugandan cuisine, or nearby cultural attractions. Any additional excursion should be confirmed with your operator.

Use the evening to review the itinerary, check your luggage, and prepare for the journey to Murchison Falls National Park. Confirm your departure time and any dietary requirements before the following morning.

• Accommodation: Lake Victoria Hotel or Green Valley Guest House
• Meals: As specified in the final quotation
• Main destination: Entebbe and Kampala, Uganda

Day 2: Murchison Falls National Park via Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary

Track Rhinos at Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary

After an early breakfast, depart for Murchison Falls National Park, with a planned stop at Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary. This sanctuary offers an opportunity to observe southern white rhinoceroses on foot under the supervision of trained guides.

The rhino tracking experience provides a valuable introduction to conservation in Uganda. Your guide will explain the importance of protecting these threatened animals, the role of habitat management, and the conservation work that supports their future. Follow all instructions carefully and maintain the required distance from wildlife.

The sanctuary experience adds an important dimension to the safari because rhinos do not roam freely in Uganda’s national parks in the same way as many other large mammals. Seeing them here helps visitors understand the wider efforts needed to restore and protect wildlife populations.

Continue to Murchison Falls National Park

After the visit and a lunch stop along the way, continue toward Murchison Falls National Park. The Victoria Nile flows through the park before forcing its way through a narrow rocky gorge and plunging into the falls below.

This powerful natural feature creates one of Uganda’s most memorable landscapes. The surrounding park also supports elephants, giraffes, buffaloes, lions, hippos, crocodiles, and numerous bird species.

Check in at Pakuba Safari Lodge or Elephant Oasis Lodge and enjoy dinner after the journey. Depending on your arrival time, you may have an opportunity to relax and appreciate the surrounding wilderness.

The 14-Day Gorilla Trekking and Serengeti Wildlife Safari begins its wildlife exploration with a combination of rhino conservation and the remarkable landscapes of Murchison Falls.

• Accommodation: Pakuba Safari Lodge or Elephant Oasis Lodge
• Meals: As specified in the final quotation
• Activities: Rhino tracking at Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary and transfer to Murchison Falls National Park

Day 3: Murchison Falls National Park – Game Drive and Nile Boat Cruise

Search for Wildlife on an Early Morning Game Drive

Start the day with an early breakfast before heading into Murchison Falls National Park for a morning game drive. Early hours often provide favourable wildlife-viewing conditions as animals feed and move across the plains.

Your guide will help you search for elephants, Rothschild’s giraffes, buffaloes, lions, antelopes, and other wildlife. Depending on the location and activity of the animals, you may also encounter leopards or observe predators resting after a night of hunting.

Murchison Falls features varied habitats, including open savannah, woodland, riverine forest, and wetlands. This diversity supports numerous species and provides excellent opportunities for wildlife photography. Your guide can also explain how seasonal changes affect animal movements and the availability of water.

Cruise Along the Victoria Nile

After returning to the lodge for lunch or a rest, prepare for the planned boat cruise toward the base of Murchison Falls. The journey along the Nile offers a different perspective from the morning game drive.

Watch for hippos resting in the water, Nile crocodiles along the banks, and waterbirds feeding in shallow areas. Elephants and buffaloes sometimes gather near the river to drink, while kingfishers, fish eagles, and other birds add colour to the scenery.

The cruise provides excellent opportunities to observe aquatic wildlife without leaving the boat. Your guide will help you understand the river’s ecological importance and the role it plays in sustaining the park’s wildlife.

After returning to shore, enjoy the sunset atmosphere before heading back to Pakuba Safari Lodge or Elephant Oasis Lodge for dinner.

• Accommodation: Pakuba Safari Lodge or Elephant Oasis Lodge
• Meals: As specified in the final quotation
• Activities: Morning game drive and afternoon boat cruise

Uganda Wildlife Safari

Day 4: Transfer to Kibale National Park and Bigodi Wetland

Travel Through Uganda’s Scenic Countryside

After breakfast, leave Murchison Falls National Park and travel southwest toward Kibale National Park. The journey passes through rural communities, agricultural landscapes, and scenic stretches of western Uganda.

As you approach Fort Portal, the landscape becomes increasingly green, with tea plantations, rolling hills, and views of the surrounding highlands. These areas provide a glimpse of everyday life beyond the national parks, where agriculture and local trade support many communities.

A lunch stop in or around Fort Portal provides a convenient break before continuing toward Kibale. The overall journey can be long, so allow flexibility for road conditions, traffic, and scheduled stops.

Explore Bigodi Wetland Sanctuary

After checking in at Turaco Treetops Lodge or Guereza Canopy Lodge, enjoy the planned guided nature walk at Bigodi Wetland Sanctuary, subject to arrival time and local arrangements.

Bigodi is known for its community-based conservation approach and rich birdlife. A guided walk introduces you to wetland vegetation, forest edges, and habitats that support monkeys, butterflies, and numerous bird species. The sanctuary also offers opportunities to learn how community tourism can contribute to conservation and local livelihoods.

Depending on the programme available, local guides may explain traditional uses of plants, local farming practices, and community initiatives. Any additional cultural activity should be arranged through the relevant local partners.

Return to the lodge for dinner and relaxation. The forest surroundings provide a peaceful introduction to Kibale, one of Uganda’s most important destinations for primate experiences.

• Accommodation: Turaco Treetops Lodge or Guereza Canopy Lodge
• Meals: As specified in the final quotation
• Activities: Scenic transfer and Bigodi Wetland guided walk

Day 5: Chimpanzee Tracking in Kibale and Transfer to Queen Elizabeth National Park

Meet Wild Chimpanzees in Kibale Forest

After an early breakfast, travel to the Kanyanchu visitor centre for the chimpanzee tracking briefing. Park personnel will explain the trekking rules, safety procedures, and appropriate behaviour around the primates.

Kibale National Park protects an extensive tropical forest that supports chimpanzees and several other primate species. Led by experienced guides, you will walk through the forest in search of a habituated chimpanzee community.

The trek can involve uneven trails, muddy ground, and dense vegetation. Its duration depends on the chimpanzees’ location and movements, as well as weather conditions. Once you locate the group, you can observe their behaviour under the park’s rules, learning about their social bonds, feeding habits, communication, and interactions.

Chimpanzee encounters provide an excellent opportunity to appreciate the intelligence and social complexity of these great apes. Sightings cannot be guaranteed, but experienced trackers help visitors make the most of the experience.

Continue to Queen Elizabeth National Park

After the trek, return to the lodge for lunch before driving to Queen Elizabeth National Park. This destination combines savannah, wetlands, lakes, and woodland, creating habitat for elephants, buffaloes, Uganda kob, hippos, lions, and many other species.

Upon arrival, check in at Kikorongo Safari Lodge or Enshama Game Lodge and relax after the day’s activities. Depending on the arrival time, the evening may provide an opportunity to enjoy the surroundings and prepare for the next morning’s game drive.

The 14-Day Gorilla Trekking and Serengeti Wildlife Safari combines Uganda’s forest primates with classic savannah wildlife, creating a diverse experience within the first five days.

• Accommodation: Kikorongo Safari Lodge or Enshama Game Lodge
• Meals: As specified in the final quotation
• Activities: Chimpanzee tracking and transfer to Queen Elizabeth National Park

Day 6: Queen Elizabeth National Park Game Drive and Transfer to Bwindi

Explore Queen Elizabeth National Park at Dawn

Begin with an early morning game drive across Queen Elizabeth National Park. The cooler hours can offer rewarding wildlife viewing as animals move between resting places, grazing areas, and water sources.

Your guide will help you search for elephants, buffaloes, Uganda kob, waterbucks, warthogs, and other wildlife. Lions and leopards inhabit the park, although sightings depend on animal movements and the conditions during your visit.

Bird enthusiasts can also enjoy the park’s varied habitats, which support numerous savannahs, woodland, and wetland species. As you travel, your guide can explain the relationship between wildlife, vegetation, and the park’s water systems.

Journey to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park

After the game drive, leave Queen Elizabeth National Park and travel toward Bwindi Impenetrable National Park. The route crosses southwestern Uganda’s rolling hills and cultivated countryside, offering a gradual transition from open savannah to forested highlands.

A lunch stop along the way provides time to rest before continuing to your accommodation. Upon arrival, check in at Ichumbi Gorilla Lodge or Rushaga Gorilla Havens Lodge, near the Rushaga area of Bwindi according to the supplied itinerary.

Use the evening to prepare for gorilla trekking. Pack sturdy hiking boots, long trousers, a waterproof jacket, drinking water, and a small daypack. The forest terrain can be steep, muddy, and physically demanding, so preparation helps you enjoy the experience more comfortably.

• Accommodation: Ichumbi Gorilla Lodge or Rushaga Gorilla Havens Lodge
• Meals: As specified in the final quotation
• Activities: Morning game drive and transfer to Bwindi

Day 7: Uganda Gorilla Trekking and Batwa Cultural Experience

Encounter Mountain Gorillas in Bwindi Forest

Today brings one of the defining highlights of the 14-Day Gorilla Trekking and Serengeti Wildlife Safari: mountain gorilla trekking in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park.

After breakfast, transfer to the appropriate Uganda Wildlife Authority reception point for your briefing. Rangers will explain the rules that protect the gorillas and guide visitors through the forest in search of an assigned habituated family.

The trek may take several hours, depending on the gorillas’ location, the terrain, and weather conditions. Bwindi’s steep slopes, thick vegetation, and muddy trails can make the walk challenging. However, the opportunity to observe mountain gorillas in their natural habitat makes the effort worthwhile.

Once you find the family, you may spend up to one hour observing the gorillas under the applicable rules. Watch the silverback, mothers, and young gorillas as they feed, rest, groom, and interact. Follow your ranger’s instructions, maintain the required distance, and avoid touching or feeding the animals.

Learn About Batwa Heritage

Depending on the duration of the trek and the local programme, you may participate in a Batwa cultural experience or relax at the lodge.

A community-led Batwa experience can introduce visitors to aspects of the Batwa people’s history, forest heritage, traditional knowledge, songs, dances, and medicinal plant use. These experiences should respect community members’ preferences and provide appropriate local benefits.

If time permits, a guided village walk may also offer views of the surrounding highlands and an opportunity to learn about local livelihoods.

• Accommodation: Ichumbi Gorilla Lodge or Rushaga Gorilla Havens Lodge
• Meals: As specified in the final quotation
• Activities: Mountain gorilla trekking and Batwa cultural experience, subject to timing

Day 8: Lake Mburo National Park – Evening Game Drive

Journey to Uganda’s Scenic Savannah Reserve

After breakfast, depart Bwindi and travel toward Lake Mburo National Park. The route passes through southwestern Uganda’s green highlands and rural settlements before reaching a landscape of rolling hills, grasslands, and acacia woodland.

Lake Mburo offers a different wildlife experience from the larger national parks. It is known for zebras, impalas, giraffes, buffaloes, waterbucks, elands, warthogs, and several other species. The park also supports hippos and crocodiles around suitable water habitats, while predators such as leopards may be present.

After arrival, check in at Mpogo Safari Lodge or Rwakobo Rock Lodge and enjoy lunch before the afternoon activity.

Discover Wildlife on an Evening Game Drive

During the evening game drive, your guide will select routes according to wildlife movements and the available time. The park’s varied landscapes provide opportunities to observe grazing animals, birds, and other wildlife in a relatively intimate setting.

Lake Mburo’s open grasslands can be particularly rewarding for visitors interested in antelope species. Watch for impalas moving through the woodland and zebras grazing across the plains. The changing light also creates attractive conditions for photography.

The park’s smaller scale offers a relaxed contrast to the dense forests of Bwindi and the extensive savannahs of Tanzania that follow later in the itinerary.

Return to Mpogo Safari Lodge or Rwakobo Rock Lodge for dinner and an overnight stay.

• Accommodation: Mpogo Safari Lodge or Rwakobo Rock Lodge
• Meals: As specified in the final quotation
• Activities: Transfer to Lake Mburo and evening game drive

Day 9: Lake Mburo Game Drive and Flight to Tanzania

Morning Wildlife Viewing and Equator Stop

Begin with an early morning game drive in Lake Mburo National Park. The cooler conditions can provide good opportunities to see zebras, giraffes, impalas, buffaloes, and other wildlife before the day becomes warmer.

After the game drive, return to the lodge, check out, and begin the transfer toward Entebbe International Airport. The itinerary includes a stop at the Equator crossing in Kayabwe, where you may take photographs, browse craft stalls, and watch a demonstration of the Equator water experiment.

A lunch stop along the way offers a convenient break before continuing to the airport. The exact timing depends on the road conditions and the departure schedule of your flight to Tanzania.

Arrive in Arusha

Upon arrival in Tanzania, transfer to Mount Meru Hotel or Arusha Planet Hotel in Arusha. This city provides a convenient base for the next stage of your safari.

Use the evening to rest and prepare for the journey to Tarangire National Park. Confirm the following morning’s departure time and ensure that your luggage and travel documents are ready.

The transition between Uganda and Tanzania creates a striking contrast between primate trekking and the classic savannah landscapes that define the next part of the 14-Day Gorilla Trekking and Serengeti Wildlife Safari.

• Accommodation: Mount Meru Hotel or Arusha Planet Hotel
• Meals: As specified in the final quotation
• Activities: Morning game drive, Equator stop, airport transfer, and flight to Tanzania

Day 10: Tarangire National Park – Elephants and Ancient Baobabs

Explore Tanzania’s Land of Giants

After breakfast in Arusha, drive to Tarangire National Park. The journey typically takes around two hours, although road conditions and the exact starting point may affect the duration.

Tarangire is famous for its large elephant population, distinctive baobab trees, and seasonal wildlife movements. Its landscapes include open grasslands, woodland, riverine habitats, and seasonal swamps. During drier periods, the Tarangire River attracts animals seeking water, creating rewarding wildlife-viewing opportunities.

Full-Day Game Drive and Picnic Lunch

Spend the day exploring the park with your professional guide. Look for elephants moving through the woodland, giraffes feeding on trees, zebras and wildebeest grazing on the plains, and buffaloes gathering near water sources.

Tarangire also supports lions and other predators. Although sightings vary, patient observation and knowledgeable guiding can help you make the most of the available opportunities.

Birdwatchers can enjoy the park’s rich birdlife, while photographers will appreciate the combination of wildlife and dramatic baobab scenery. A picnic lunch inside the park allows you to remain in the field for much of the day.

Later, continue to Tarangire Sopa Lodge or Eileens Tree Lodge for dinner and an overnight stay.

• Accommodation: Tarangire Sopa Lodge or Eileens Tree Lodge
• Meals: As specified in the final quotation
• Activities: Full-day Tarangire game drive and picnic lunch

Day 11: Serengeti National Park – Into the Endless Plains

Scenic Journey Through the Ngorongoro Conservation Area

After breakfast, depart for Serengeti National Park, travelling through the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. The journey reveals changing landscapes, from highland scenery to vast grasslands and open plains.

The Serengeti is one of Africa’s most celebrated wildlife destinations. Its large ecosystem supports immense numbers of grazing animals and predators, creating opportunities for exceptional wildlife viewing throughout the year.

Afternoon Game Drive in the Serengeti

After entering the park, enjoy an afternoon game drive. Your guide will help you search for lions, cheetahs, elephants, buffaloes, zebras, wildebeest, and other wildlife.

The central Serengeti is known for its resident predators and diverse habitats. Rocky kopjes provide resting places and vantage points for some animals, while riverine woodland and open plains support different species.

The Serengeti’s wide horizons create excellent photographic opportunities, especially when the late-afternoon light falls across the grasslands. However, wildlife encounters vary, and no responsible operator can guarantee a particular sighting.

Arrive at Kontiki Serengeti Camp or Seronera Rest Camp – Central Serengeti for dinner and an overnight stay.

• Accommodation: Kontiki Serengeti Camp or Seronera Rest Camp – Central Serengeti
• Meals: As specified in the final quotation
• Activities: Scenic transfer and afternoon game drive

Day 12: Serengeti Game Drives and Optional Hot Air Balloon Ride

Experience the Serengeti from Above

A Hot Air Balloon Ride can provide a memorable perspective on the Serengeti’s vast landscape. The activity usually begins before sunrise, when participants transfer to the launch area for a safety briefing and preparation.

As the balloon rises, the changing light reveals grasslands, rivers, woodland, and wildlife habitats from above. Depending on the location, season, weather, and animal movements, you may see herds of wildebeest, zebras, elephants, or other animals across the plains.

However, the balloon ride is an optional activity unless the final quotation explicitly includes it. Availability depends on the operator, weather conditions, departure location, and advance booking. It should not be presented as a guaranteed way to witness a migration crossing or predator hunt.

Continue with a Full-Day Game Drive

After the balloon activity, where booked, continue with game viewing in the Serengeti. Your guide may explore different habitats, including rocky kopjes and riverine woodland, while searching for lions, leopards, cheetahs, and grazing herds.

A picnic lunch allows you to remain in the park and maximise wildlife-viewing time. If the Great Wildlife Migration is a priority, discuss your travel dates and preferred viewing areas with your safari operator before booking. The herds move according to rainfall and grazing conditions, so their location changes throughout the year.

Return to Kontiki Serengeti Camp or Seronera Rest Camp – Central Serengeti for dinner and another night in the wilderness.

• Accommodation: Kontiki Serengeti Camp or Seronera Rest Camp – Central Serengeti
• Meals: As specified in the final quotation
• Activities: Serengeti game drives and optional Hot Air Balloon Ride

Day 13: Ngorongoro Crater – Big Five Wildlife Viewing

Descend into a Remarkable Volcanic Caldera

After breakfast, travel toward Ngorongoro Crater for an exciting game drive inside one of Tanzania’s most remarkable wildlife environments.

The crater supports a high concentration of animals within a relatively compact area. Its grasslands, wetlands, woodland, and water sources provide habitat for zebras, wildebeest, buffaloes, lions, hyenas, and numerous other species. The endangered black rhinoceros also inhabits the wider ecosystem, although sightings remain uncertain.

The dramatic crater walls create a spectacular backdrop for wildlife photography. Your guide will help you interpret animal behaviour and select suitable viewing areas within the time allowed by park regulations.

Picnic Lunch and Transfer to the Overnight Camp

Enjoy a picnic lunch at a designated site and continue exploring the crater before ascending toward your accommodation.

The supplied itinerary lists Ngorongoro Farm House or Kitela Lodge. Confirm its exact location and whether it is the intended overnight property for your travel dates, as the Ndutu area lies in the wider Serengeti ecosystem rather than directly beside the crater.

The 14-Day Gorilla Trekking and Serengeti Wildlife Safari brings together Uganda’s primate experiences and Tanzania’s classic wildlife destinations, with Ngorongoro offering another opportunity to observe a rich variety of African animals.

• Accommodation: Ngorongoro Farm House or Kitela Lodge
• Meals: As specified in the final quotation
• Activities: Ngorongoro Crater game drive and picnic lunch

Serengeti Photography Safari

Day 14: Maasai and Hadzabe Cultural Encounters and Departure

Discover Tanzania’s Cultural Heritage

After breakfast, check out and begin the transfer toward Kilimanjaro International Airport. The itinerary proposes cultural encounters with Maasai and Hadzabe communities, along with a visit to local markets.

These experiences can add valuable context to the wildlife safari. Maasai communities have a strong pastoral heritage, with traditions connected to livestock, family life, and the landscapes of northern Tanzania. The Hadzabe are an Indigenous community with distinct cultural traditions and historical connections to the region’s natural environment.

Cultural visits should be arranged through responsible local partners and conducted with respect for community preferences. Ask permission before taking photographs, follow local guidance, and support community-led initiatives where appropriate. The exact location and feasibility of both visits must be confirmed because they may require a route different from the direct journey to the airport.

Transfer to Kilimanjaro International Airport

After the scheduled activities, continue toward the airport for your onward flight. Allow sufficient time for the road journey, check-in, and departure formalities. If the cultural stops cannot fit comfortably within the flight schedule, prioritise the airport transfer or arrange a separate cultural excursion.

Your 14-Day Gorilla Trekking and Serengeti Wildlife Safari concludes with memories of Uganda’s mountain gorillas and chimpanzees, Tanzania’s elephants and big cats, the vast Serengeti plains, and the cultural heritage of East Africa.

• Accommodation: No accommodation on the final day
• Meals: As confirmed in the final quotation
• Activities: Cultural visits, local markets, and airport transfer, subject to route and timing

Why Choose the 14-Day Gorilla Trekking and Serengeti Wildlife Safari?

A Combination of Primate Encounters and Classic African Wildlife

The 14-Day Gorilla Trekking and Serengeti Wildlife Safari offers a diverse range of experiences within one itinerary. Uganda provides opportunities to track chimpanzees and mountain gorillas, while Murchison Falls, Queen Elizabeth, and Lake Mburo introduce you to elephants, giraffes, buffaloes, antelopes, and other wildlife.

Tanzania adds a different dimension through Tarangire’s elephant herds, the Serengeti’s predators and migrating animals, and Ngorongoro Crater’s remarkable wildlife concentration. Together, these destinations offer an excellent introduction to East Africa’s ecological diversity.

Cultural Experiences and Responsible Tourism

The safari also offers opportunities to engage with local communities. The Batwa experience near Bwindi can introduce visitors to forest heritage, while arranged Maasai and Hadzabe visits in Tanzania can provide insights into different cultural traditions. Bigodi Wetland and the Equator crossing also add local context to the journey.

Responsible tourism requires respect for wildlife, habitats, and local communities. Follow ranger instructions, avoid disturbing animals, seek consent before photographing people, and choose community experiences that provide clear local benefits.

Travelers interested in broader regional itineraries can explore other options, including Kenya Safaris, Kenya Wildlife Safaris, Kenya Uganda Safaris, Uganda Rwanda Safaris, Tanzania Rwanda Safaris, and Kenya Rwanda Safaris. Longer journeys may combine Tanzania Uganda Safaris with other destinations, while separate Zimbabwe Safaris can include Victoria Falls in Zimbabwe. Zimbabwe Uganda Safaris and Zimbabwe Kenya Safaris are also possible regional combinations, but these destinations are not part of the 14-day itinerary described here.

Practical Advice for Planning Your Safari

Pack lightweight clothing, a warm layer for early mornings, comfortable walking shoes, sun protection, insect repellent, and binoculars. Gorilla trekking requires sturdy hiking boots, long trousers, a waterproof jacket, drinking water, and a small daypack.

Seasonal conditions influence both wildlife viewing and trekking. The Great Wildlife Migration follows rainfall and grazing patterns, and specific river crossings cannot be guaranteed. Gorilla trekking difficulty depends on the assigned family’s location, terrain, and weather.

Before booking, confirm the accommodation list, domestic and regional flights, park fees, gorilla and chimpanzee permits, optional balloon ride, and all cultural activities. These details help ensure the itinerary matches your travel dates, budget, and expectations.

Book the 14-Day Gorilla Trekking and Serengeti Wildlife Safari

The 14-Day Gorilla Trekking and Serengeti Wildlife Safari combines some of East Africa’s most compelling attractions in one journey. From chimpanzee tracking and mountain gorilla encounters in Uganda to Tarangire’s elephants, the Serengeti’s open plains, and Ngorongoro Crater’s wildlife, the itinerary offers a rich blend of adventure, conservation, and cultural discovery.

At Deks Africa Safaris & Tours Ltd, we value careful planning, knowledgeable guiding, responsible wildlife viewing, and meaningful community engagement. We encourage travelers to confirm permits, flights, accommodation, and activity availability well before departure so they can enjoy the journey with confidence.

Choose the 14-Day Gorilla Trekking and Serengeti Wildlife Safari for a memorable exploration of Uganda and Tanzania, two remarkable destinations that showcase the beauty and diversity of East Africa.

Safari Inclusions

• Airport transfers in Uganda and Tanzania as per the itinerary
• Private 4×4 safari vehicle with an English-speaking driver-guide
• Accommodation for 13 nights as specified in the itinerary
• Meals as specified in the itinerary
• Non-alcoholic drinks as specified in the itinerary
• Rhino tracking at Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary
• Game drives in Murchison Falls National Park
• Boat cruise to the bottom of Murchison Falls
• Guided walk in Bigodi Wetland Sanctuary
• Chimpanzee tracking in Kibale National Park
• Game drive in Queen Elizabeth National Park
• Mountain gorilla trekking permit in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
• Batwa cultural experience, subject to availability and the day’s schedule
• Game drives in Lake Mburo National Park
• Stop at the Equator in Kayabwe
• Flight from Entebbe to Tanzania, subject to the confirmed booking
• Game drive in Tarangire National Park
• Game drives in Serengeti National Park
• Game drive in Ngorongoro Crater
• Picnic lunches during safari activities as specified in the itinerary
• Maasai and Hadzabe community visits, subject to confirmation
• Bottled drinking water during safari activities, if included in the final quotation

Safari Exclusions

• International flights to Uganda and from Tanzania
• Tanzania visa and Uganda visa fees
• Travel insurance
• Personal expenses
• Tips and gratuities for driver-guides, lodge staff and local guides
• Alcoholic beverages and drinks not specified as included
• Optional hot-air balloon ride in Serengeti National Park
• Any activities not specifically mentioned in the itinerary
• Laundry services
• Additional accommodation before or after the safari
• Any meals and drinks not specified in the itinerary
• Expenses arising from flight delays, cancellations or itinerary changes beyond the operator’s control
• Medical expenses and personal medication
• Souvenirs and purchases from local markets

Tour Quotation Based on 3-Star Safari

Single Room Supplement: USD 987