The 14-Day East African Grand Safari is the ultimate journey through the heart of Africa — an adventure that captures the diversity, beauty, and spirit of Uganda, Kenya, and Tanzania. This all-encompassing trip takes you from gorilla tracking in the misty forests of Bwindi to game drives on the vast plains of the Serengeti and Maasai Mara, ending with relaxation on the spice-scented beaches of Zanzibar. It’s a seamless blend of wilderness, culture, and coastal serenity — a truly once-in-a-lifetime expedition.

Itinerary

Day 1 – Arrival in Entebbe (Uganda)
Arrive at Entebbe International Airport and transfer to your hotel. Depending on your arrival time, enjoy a lakeside sunset or a walk through the Entebbe Botanical Gardens.
Accommodation: 2 Friends Beach Hotel / Papyrus Guesthouse

Day 2 – Transfer to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
Fly or drive to southwestern Uganda, passing scenic highlands and tea plantations. Arrive at Bwindi, home to over half of the world’s mountain gorillas, and relax at your forest lodge.
Accommodation: Buhoma Haven Lodge / Ichumbi Gorilla Lodge

Day 3 – Gorilla Trekking in Bwindi Forest
After breakfast, head to the park headquarters for a briefing before trekking into the rainforest to meet a gorilla family. Spend an unforgettable hour with these gentle giants. Afternoon relaxation at the lodge.
Accommodation: Same as Day 2

Day 4 – Transfer to Kigali (Rwanda)
Cross the Cyanika border into Rwanda and drive through the rolling “Land of a Thousand Hills.” Enjoy a brief Kigali city tour or visit the Genocide Memorial before relaxing at your hotel.
Accommodation: Heaven Boutique Hotel / Kigali Serena Hotel

Day 5 – Fly to Nairobi (Kenya)
Take a morning flight to Nairobi. On arrival, transfer to your hotel and spend the day at leisure or explore the Nairobi National Museum and local markets.
Accommodation: Eka Hotel / Tamarind Tree Hotel

Day 6 – Drive to Maasai Mara National Reserve
Depart for the Maasai Mara, Kenya’s most famous wildlife reserve. Arrive in time for an afternoon game drive where you may spot lions, elephants, and herds of wildebeest.
Accommodation: Basecamp Explorer / Zebra Plains Mara Camp

Day 7 – Full-Day Game Drives in Maasai Mara
Spend the day exploring the Mara plains. During migration season (July–October), witness the spectacular wildebeest river crossings. Enjoy picnic lunch amid the wilderness.
Accommodation: Same as Day 6

Day 8 – Transfer to Serengeti National Park (Tanzania)
Cross the Isebania border into Tanzania and enter the Serengeti — home to Africa’s greatest concentration of wildlife. Evening game drive en route to your lodge.
Accommodation: Serengeti Heritage Camp / Kati Kati Tented Camp

Day 9 – Full-Day Game Drives in Serengeti
Spend the day tracking big cats, elephants, and giraffes in the endless plains of the Serengeti. The experience is raw and unforgettable, offering true immersion in Africa’s wild beauty.
Accommodation: Same as Day 8

Day 10 – Transfer to Ngorongoro Conservation Area
Drive to the Ngorongoro highlands with a stop at Olduvai Gorge — the “Cradle of Mankind.” Enjoy sweeping views of the crater and evening relaxation at your lodge.
Accommodation: Ngorongoro Serena Safari Lodge / Rhino Lodge

Day 11 – Game Drive in Ngorongoro Crater
Descend 600 meters into the world’s largest intact volcanic caldera for a full-day safari. Spot black rhinos, lions, and elephants against one of Africa’s most stunning backdrops.
Accommodation: Same as Day 10

Day 12 – Flight to Zanzibar Island
Transfer to Arusha for your flight to Zanzibar. Upon arrival, transfer to your beachfront resort for a well-deserved rest.
Accommodation: Zanzi Resort / Gold Zanzibar Beach House

Day 13 – Relaxation and Spice Tour in Zanzibar
Spend the day exploring Zanzibar’s heritage — visit spice farms, wander through Stone Town’s narrow streets, or relax on the beach.
Accommodation: Same as Day 12

Day 14 – Departure
Enjoy a relaxed breakfast and optional morning at leisure before transferring to Abeid Amani Karume International Airport for your onward flight.

Highlights

• Gorilla trekking in Uganda’s Bwindi Impenetrable Forest

• Big Five safaris in Maasai Mara, Serengeti, and Ngorongoro Crater

• Olduvai Gorge visit — the “Cradle of Mankind”

• Stunning aerial views during regional flights

• Beach relaxation and cultural exploration in Zanzibar

• Multi-country safari through Uganda, Kenya, and Tanzania

• Ideal for travelers seeking the complete East African experience