With activities like monitoring wild mountain gorillas in their natural environment, flying in a hot air balloon over the plains of the famous Masai Mara, and swimming with whale sharks in Zanzibar, we are confident that this African journey will be the most amazing and unforgettable vacation you have ever taken. You will track endangered mountain gorillas in Uganda before spending three days in the Masai Mara in Kenya. Four days on Zanzibar, the exotic spice island, round off this amazing vacation.
Day By Day
Day 1: Arrive in Entebbe and Overnight
Your driver will meet you at international arrivals once you have cleared customs and immigration. You will arrive in Entebbe today from your international flights. Your names will be on a welcome sign that they will be holding.
After that, you are transported to your guesthouse in Entebbe, where you will spend one night staying at a bed and breakfast.
Day 2: Fly to Kihihi & Transfer to your Bwindi Lodge
You are driven back to the airport this morning in order to board the first Aerolink trip to Kihihi.
Savor this wonderful journey that will take you low over Uganda and you breathtaking views of the breathtaking scenery below.
Your driver will meet you when you arrive in Kihihi before noon and take you the about 2 hours to Mahogany Springs Lodge.
You will be staying here on a full board basis for the following 2 nights. This afternoon is yours to spend whatever you like, unwind, or perhaps partake in alternative activities like village walks, birdwatching, and forest treks (at an extra cost).
Day 3: Gorilla Trekking
The big day itself is today. Get ready to meet the endangered mountain gorilla, one of the gentle giants of Bwindi.
The only forest in Africa that can claim to include both mountain gorillas and chimpanzees is Bwindi Impenetrable Forest. In addition, it is home to 360 birds, 113 animal species, five more primate species, and more than 200 butterflies.
The gorillas you follow are part of one of nine habituated family groups that can live with people for a short time each day.
It can take anywhere from 2 hours to 7 hours to trace the gorillas. Your group will have no more than an hour to spend with the gorillas after they have been discovered. Meeting a mountain gorilla in person is an incredibly moving and humbling experience. An incredible and unique chance to get up close and personal with Uganda’s own “Gorillas in the Mist” is presented here.
This afternoon, head back to the lodge to unwind in the breathtaking surroundings.
Day 4-6: On safari in the Masai Mara National Reserve
You take a plane from Kihihi to Entebbe this morning, where you will make your connection to the Masai Mara.
You will spend the next three nights at your lodge in the Masai Mara.
On the Masai Mara grasslands, you will take pleasure in wildlife drives in the morning and afternoon. There are fantastic chances to see wildlife in this famous reserve. Zebra, impala, gazelle, wildebeest, buffalo, rhino, elephant, lion, cheetah, and leopard are all very likely to be seen.
You might be able to go on a nighttime game drive from your lodge or camp, where you could encounter nocturnal creatures like honey badgers and aardvarks. While in the Masai Mara, you can engage in a variety of additional activities, such as guided bush walks, black rhino tracking, and cultural visits to Maasai towns and marketplaces.
Day 7: Fly to Zanzibar & Transfer to the Beach
Before being transported to the airstrip in time for your planned light aircraft flight to Nairobi, you will have the opportunity to take part in an early morning game drive. You will take a subsequent trip to the fascinating island of Zanzibar from here. When you arrive in Zanzibar, you will be greeted and driven to your lodging, where you will spend the following four nights. We provide a variety of lodging choices on the island, and we will make sure to pair you with the one that best suits your needs and preferences, whether that be a five-star resort or a simple beach lodge.
Day 8-10: Zanzibar Beaches
For the following three days, you are free to explore Zanzibar as you like. Zanzibar’s stunning sandy beaches, crystal-clear blue waters, and vibrant coral reefs make it the ideal place to unwind after a safari. There are many activities available if you want to be active, such as tours of the nearby towns, the spice farms, Prison Island, Jozani Forest, and historic Stone Town.
Mountain biking, hiking, bird watching, windsurfing, kite surfing, sea kayaking, and sailing are just a few of the many adventure sports available to you. Additionally, the island boasts amazing coral reefs that are ideal for snorkeling and diving. You might even be fortunate enough to spot whale sharks during specific seasons of the year, dolphins, and green turtles.
Day 11: International Outbound Flight
Regretfully, your trip to see the Gorillas, Masai Mara, and Zanzibar is over. You will be taken back to Abeid Amani Karume International Airport (ZNZ) for your trip home after having your last breakfast at your hotel.
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