Gorilla Trekking from Murchison Falls National Park
Stay at Mutanda Lake Resort & Trek Golden Monkeys in Mgahinga
Here’s a 20 Days Uganda Gorilla Trekking Tanzania and Zanzibar Beach Holiday covering Kampala, Kibale Forest, Queen Elizabeth National Park, Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National Park, Lake Bunyonyi, Lake Mburo, and Entebbe for the Uganda Part and Tarangire, Ngorongoro, Serengeti, and Zanzibar for the Tanzania Part. This itinerary is the best itinerary and you will have a great time all through. The 20 Days Uganda Gorilla Trekking Tanzania and Zanzibar Beach Holiday itinerary balances primate trekking (Gorillas and Chimpanzees), wildlife safaris and relaxing beach time in Zanzibar.
Day 1: Arrive in Entebbe airport, Pick up and transfer to Kampala for a City tour with markets
- Arrive in Kampala: Settle into your accommodation and relax after your journey.
- Explore Kampala: Visit key sites like the Uganda Museum, Namirembe Cathedral, and Nakasero Market.
- Overnight: At Latitude 0 Degrees Hotel Kampala
Day 2: Kampala to Kibale Forest National Park
- Morning: Drive to Kibale Forest (approximately 5-6 hours).
- Afternoon: Check-in and relax at your lodge.
- Optional Activity: Guided nature walk in the Bigodi Wetland Sanctuary.
- Overnight: Chimpanzee Forest Lodge
Day 3: Chimpanzee Trekking in Kibale Forest
- Morning: Chimpanzee trekking in Kibale Forest, known for its high concentration of primates.
- Afternoon: Visit the local communities where you will enjoy the cultural Dance of the women.
- Overnight: Chimpanzee Forest Lodge
Day 4: Kibale to Queen Elizabeth National Park
- Morning: Drive to Queen Elizabeth National Park (approximately 3-4 hours).
- Afternoon: Take a game drive in the Kasenyi Plains, known for lions, elephants, and antelopes.
- Overnight: Elephant Hab Lodge
Day 5: Safari in Queen Elizabeth National Park
- Morning: Game drive in the park’s northern sector
- Afternoon: Boat safari on the Kazinga Channel to see hippos, crocodiles, and diverse birdlife.
- Overnight: Elephant Hab Lodge
Day 6: Queen Elizabeth to Bwindi Impenetrable Forest
- Morning: Morning safari in Ishasha sector for chances to see the tree climbng lions and drive to Bwindi after Drive to Bwindi Impenetrable Forest (approximately 4-5 hours).
- Afternoon: Relax at your lodge and prepare for the gorilla trek.
- Overnight: Bakiga Lodge
Day 7: Gorilla Trekking in Bwindi after drive to Lake Bunyonyi
- Morning: Gorilla trekking in Bwindi, one of the most thrilling wildlife experiences.
- Afternoon: Visit the Batwa people and later transfer to Lake Bunyonyi.
- Overnight: Birdnest Resort Lake Bunyonyi
Day 8: Lake Bunyonyi to Lake Mburo National Park
- Morning: Wooden canoe Boat cruise to explore the islands
- Mid-morning: Drive to Lake Mburo National Park (approximately 4-5 hours).
- Late Afternoon: Game drive in the park, home to zebras, giraffes, and elands.
- Overnight: Kigarama Wilderness Lodge
Day 9: Lake Mburo to Entebbe
- Morning: Morning guided nature walk in Lake Mburo where you will get up close with the animals like Giraffes, Antelopes, Zebras among others.
- Late Morning: Drive to Entebbe (approximately 4-5 hours).
- Late Afternoon: Relax by Lake Victoria and have dinner at the lake shore beach
- Overnight: 2 Friends Beach Hotel
Day 10: Entebbe to Tanzania Kilimanjaro Airport JRO
- Morning: Breakfast at lodge Based on your flight have enough sleep and transfer to the Entebbe Airport flight to Tanzania.
- Overnight: Mount Meru Hotel Arusha
Day 11: Arusha to Tarangire National Park
- Morning: Drive to Tarangire National Park (approximately 2-3 hours).
- Afternoon: Enjoy a game drive in Tarangire, known for its large elephant herds and iconic baobab trees.
- Overnight: Tarangire Sopa Lodge
Day 12: Tarangire to Serengeti Via Mto wa Mbu for Bike Tour
- Morning and Afternoon: Depart for Serengeti on way to Karatu – Mto wa Mbu visit with bike tour
- Overnight: Serengeti Katikati Tented Camp
Day 13: Full Day in Serengeti National Park with Balloon Safari
- Morning Hot air balloon in the Serengeti
- Morning and Afternoon: Full-day game drives in the Serengeti, known for its vast savannahs and abundant wildlife, including the Big Five and the annual wildebeest migration (depending on the movement season).
- Overnight: Serengeti Katikati Tented Camp
Day 14: Full Day in Serengeti National Park
- Morning and Afternoon: Full-day game drives in the Serengeti, known for its vast savannahs and abundant wildlife, including the Big Five and the annual wildebeest migration (depending on the movement season).
- Overnight: Serengeti Katikati Tented Camp
Day 15: Serengeti to Ngorongoro Crater
- Morning: Drive to Ngorongoro Conservation Area (approximately 2-3 hours).
- Afternoon: Descend into the Ngorongoro Crater for a half-day game drive. Spot the Big Five and other wildlife in this unique ecosystem.
- Visit the Olduvai Gorge Museum
- Overnight: Ngorongoro Serena lodge
Day 16: Ngorongoro Crater to Zanzibar to start the Beach Safari
- Morning: After breakfast transfer to Kilimanjaro Airport for the flight to Zanzibar.
- Afternoon: Arrive in Zanzibar and transfer to your beach resort.
- Overnight: White Paradise Zanzibar
Day 17-19: Relaxation and Exploration in Zanzibar
- Activities: Spend the three full days enjoying Zanzibar’s stunning beaches, exploring Old town and spice tours, visiting spice plantations, snorkeling, diving, or taking a dhow cruise. (Kindly note these tours at Zanzibar are not included in the price you will pay for each tour you will choose to do while you are the resort, we will only pay for the accommodation, meals and airport transfers for Zanzibar part)
- Overnight: White Paradise Zanzibar
Day 20: Departure from Zanzibar
- Morning: Have Breakfast at the Resort after bid farewell to the staff. Based on the flight departure time we will Transfer you to Zanzibar Airport for your departure home to end the amazing safari that will leave you with lifetime memories for ever:)
All driver guides we use have in depth knowledge about conservation, biology and ecology of both Uganda and Tanzania National parks and you will learn a lot from them during this 20 Days Uganda Gorilla Trekking Tanzania and Zanzibar Beach Holiday.
End of the Safari
This includes;
Gorilla permit of USD800, Chimpanzee permit of USD250 per person per trek Meet and greet services, Bigodi wetland and community walk, Park entrance fees, Game drive and Boat cruise in Queen Elizabeth National Park, all activities mentioned above and park entrance fee, Accommodation and meals transport in 4×4 customized safari vehicle, English Speaking guide
This excludes;
Visa and Airfares, any optional activities not mentioned above plus all expenses of personal nature such as tips to waiters, Alcoholic drinks among others.
This includes;
Meet and greet services, Park entrance fees, Morning hot air balloon in the Serengeti, stay at Zanzibar, all activities mentioned above and park entrance fee, Accommodation and meals transport in 4×4 customized safari vehicle, English Speaking guide
This excludes;
Visa and Airfares, all optional activities not mentioned above plus all expenses of personal nature such as tips to waiters, Alcoholic drinks among others.
For the Visas;
Uganda Visa: You will need to apply and get the Uganda single entry Visa in advance anytime with 90 days before arrival day in Uganda you can apply for this visa via this link https://www.immigration.go.ug/services/tourist-visa
Tanzania Visa: You will need to apply for the Tanzania single entry Visa in advance anytime with 90 days before arrival day in Tanzania you can apply for this visa via this link https://visa.immigration.go.tz/ This visa will be given to you on arrival at the airport.
You will need to have yellow fever vaccination for entry into Uganda and Tanzania as mandatory unless you are aged and you have complications with this vaccination then you can attach the doctors letter while applying for the visa and they will still give it to you.
Tipping Guidelines;
A thorny issue that often raises questions. It is at your discretion as the guest, customary in this part of the world, but not compulsory, and based upon service levels received. Our guidelines per passenger travelling are:
Gorilla & Chimpanzee Guides: Tips should be placed in the central tip box if provided or given to the main guide who will distribute amongst all the trackers and game guards – region of USD15 for the main guide (per guest)
Porters: This is an optional extra and they are normally hired for around USD15 per porter per day and the tip will vary depending on the work load – between USD15-20 per guest for each porter.
Safari Driver/guides: USD 5 to 10 per day – per guest, averaging 4-6 guests in a vehicle. If you are traveling privately, i.e. just two of you, please tip at your discretion.
Lodges /camp staff: We suggest USD3-5 per guest per stay. Many of the smaller lodges have central tip boxes. At hotels and larger establishments, it is generally given at your discretion to individuals who have performed well.
National Parks Guides (cruises / bird walks): For each guide USD 3.00 to 5.00 per guest
Porters at hotels: Around USD5-10.00
Waiters/ Bar Staff: 10% of bill.
Below is the summary of what to pack for this 20 Days Uganda Gorilla Trekking Tanzania and Zanzibar Beach Holiday;
Clothing
- Long-sleeved shirts and long pants: To Protect your skin from thorny plants and insect bites.
- Waterproof jacket: The weather can be unpredictable, so it’s essential to stay dry during the trek.
- Sturdy hiking boots: Ensure they are broken in to avoid blisters.
- Gaiters: To keep mud and insects out of your boots.
- Gardening gloves: For protection while navigating through the forest.
- Hat and sunglasses: For sun protection.
Gear
- Backpack: To carry your essentials.
- Camera and binoculars: For capturing the experience (ensure you have extra batteries and memory cards).
- Reusable water bottle: Staying hydrated is crucial.
- Walking stick: Some lodges provide these, but you may want to bring your own.
- Poncho or rain cover for your backpack: To keep your gear dry.
Personal Items
- Insect repellent: To protect against mosquitoes and other insects.
- Sunscreen: High SPF for sun protection.
- First aid kit: Including band-aids, antiseptic wipes, and any personal medications.
- Snacks: High-energy snacks like nuts and energy bars.
- Hand sanitiser and wet wipes: For hygiene purposes.
In case of cancellation, lodges in Uganda and Tanzania charge penalty fees. To cover those penalties, the following cancellation fees are to be deducted from the deposit amount:
200 USD per person deposit is non-refundable regardless of the date of cancellation, though transferable to any other dates;
- 10% cancellation fee if cancelled more than 90 days before the tour start;
- 30% cancellation fee if cancelled 60-89 days before the tour start;
- 60% cancellation fee if cancelled 30-59 days before the tour start;
- 80% cancellation fee if cancelled 8-29 days before the tour start;
- No refund if cancelled 0-7 days before the tour starts.
The Uganda Gorilla Trekking and Chimpanzee trekking permits;
- 14 Days before the trekking date no refund
- 15 to 45 days before the trekking date 25% refund
- 46 to 60 days before the trekking date 50% refund
- 61 days and more before the trekking date 75% refund
After your booking has been confirmed, should you wish to make any changes to your itinerary or wish an earlier departure date, we will make every effort to accommodate your requests based on availability.
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