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Gorilla Trek, Kenya & Tanzania (Accommodated) - 28 Days

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Gorilla Trek, Kenya & Tanzania (Accommodated) - 28 Days

This tour includes:

Accommodation

22 nights simple twin share accommodation, 3 nights in permanent tented camps and 2 nights camping in 2-person dome tents (please refer to trip notes for details)

Meals

27 breakfasts, 22 lunches & 22 dinners

Guide

Queen Elizabeth National Park chimpanzee trekking with expert guides (subject to payment of permits, see cost below) Bwindi National Park gorilla trekking with expert guides (subject to payment of permits, see cost below) Masai Mara Excursion in purpose built safari vehicles and game drives with a resident guide Maasai Village Walk with a resident guide Serengeti and Ngorongoro Crater Excursion in a purpose built safari vehicle and game drives with a resident guide

Transport

Transportation in a 24-seater overland truck with camping and cooking equipment

Others

Escorted by a licensed 2-person crew All road tolls and vehicle taxes Lake Nakuru National Park game drive in specialized safari vehicles Zanzibar return ferry ticket

Not included:

Others

International flights and visas Non refundable Gorilla & Chimpanzee Permit: USD $935pp (or equivalent in your currency) - pay at time of booking in addition to the deposit Airport transfers - can be booked on request Tipping - an entirely personal gesture Optional activities (prices listed in Trip Notes)

Insurance

Insurance is not included.

Flights

Flights are not included.

Optional

Other activities and services are not included.

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Itinerary of your trip Gorilla Trek, Kenya & Tanzania (Accommodated) - 28 Days

  • Day 1 Day 1: Lake Nakuru National Park Safari
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 1: Lake Nakuru National Park Safari

      Nairobi - Lake Nakuru National Park. We leave Nairobi this morning and descend into the Great Rift Valley, home to some of Africaโ€™s most dramatic scenery. We stop at a lookout point to enjoy the view before arriving in Lake Nakuru National Park. Although small by African standards, this Kenyan reserve is home to all manner of wildlife, including lion, rhino, buffalo and leopard, not to mention the great flocks of flamingos which gather at the famous soda lake itself. We enjoy an included game drive in specialized safari vehicles in order to spot some of this wildlife for ourselves. Please note: The pre-departure meeting is held at 18:00 on the evening prior to departure. The tour departs at 08:00 on Day 1 so please arrive in Nairobi the day before your tour. Refer to the Joining Instructions in the Trip Notes for more information. We can book accommodation and transfers on request.

  • Day 2 Day 2: Crossing The Equator
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 2: Crossing The Equator

      Lake Nakuru National Park - Eldoret. Departing Nakuru this morning we journey to Eldoret, Kenyaโ€™s fifth largest town and a region increasingly important to the countryโ€™s economy. On our journey today we will cross the Equator, travelling from the Southern Hemisphere to the Northern Hemisphere. We will stop to enjoy some time and photo opportunities at the Equator itself. Arriving at our camp on the outskirts of Eldoret, there is time for you to admire the nearby Sirikwa holes, primitive dwellings believed to have belonged to an ancient tribe.

  • Day 3 Day 3: Into Uganda
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 3: Into Uganda

      Eldoret - Kampala (Uganda). Wave goodbye to Kenya for now as we cross into Uganda, a country once described by Sir Winston Churchill as the โ€™Pearl of Africaโ€™. On our drive to Kampala you will see lush rolling hills, tribal villages and growing towns and cities. Tonight we stay in the countryโ€™s capital, Kampala.

  • Day 4 Day 4: Queen Elizabeth National Park
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 4: Queen Elizabeth National Park

      Kampala - Queen Elizabeth National Park. Departing Kampala, we cross the Equator again and pass through fertile green hills, tangled forests and rugged mountain ranges to the edge of Queen Elizabeth National Park. Originally Named Kazinga National Park on its inception in 1952, the reserve was renamed in 1954 after a visit by the newly crowned British monarch, Queen Elizabeth II. Our first evening here is free for you to take a walk in the lush surroundings, who knows what wildlife you may spot! The reserve is home to elephant, buffalo, hippo, crocodile, chimpanzee and much more. Encouragingly, reports from the Uganda Wildlife Authority suggest that wildlife populations in the reserve are increasing, thanks to effective protection. This is largely down to your tourism money!

  • Day 5 Day 5: Chimpanzee Trekking
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 5: Chimpanzee Trekking

      Today we are heading into Queen Elizabeth National Park, admiring the mountain views and stopping whenever we see something of interest. As well as the charismatic larger animals, the reserve is home to more than 500 bird species. Reaching Kyambura Gorge we head out on foot in search of chimpanzees. The rangers will have a good idea of where they are and the trek can vary in length from less than an hour to several. Chimps tend to stay in the treetops so you may have to crane your neck for a view of our closest relatives. Please note: Chimpanzee Trek permits are issued by the wildlife authority in groups of up to 8 people per group. Depending on our group size, we may trek on the afternoon of day 4, morning or afternoon of day 5, or morning of day 6.

  • Day 6 Day 6-8: Mountain Gorilla Trekking
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 6-8: Mountain Gorilla Trekking

      Queen Elizabeth National Park - Lake Bunyonyi. On day 6 we drive to Lake Bunyonyi, dotted with scenic islands and surrounded by lush forest and rolling hills. Over the next three days everyone in the group will enjoy their mountain gorilla trek, but we will split into smaller groups in order to avoid disturbing the gorillas. On the days when you are not trekking, you are free to take a boat trip to some of Lake Bunyonyiโ€™s islands, go bird-watching, visit a local village or hire canoes to paddle on the lake. On the day of your trek, we will hike for anywhere between 30 minutes and 6 or 7 hours into Bwindi National Park (or occasionally Volcanoes National Park in Rwanda, this will be made clear to you in advance), depending on the location of the gorillas. A decent level of fitness is required as we trek through the steamy jungle. Your guide will know the location of the nearest gorilla family. Once we have located the gorillas, you will spend around an hour watching from a safe distance. Keep quiet, keep low to the ground and follow all the instructions of your guide - this is for your safety and for the welfare of the mountain gorillas. You are welcome to take photos, as long as there is no flash. One of the worldโ€™s most endangered creatures, mountain gorillas are heavily protected, with around 1,000 animals now living in the rainforests of central Africa. Numbers have increased remarkably due to effective protection in recent years - keep your eyes peeled for the giant silverback alpha male, and some of the adorable youngsters that represent the future of their species. When it is time to leave the gorillas, we trek back to Lake Bunyonyi, where you can reflect on what is sure to be the highlight of your African adventure. The rest of your time here is at leisure, whilst the rest of our group completes their trek.

  • Day 7 Day 9: Return To Kampala
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 9: Return To Kampala

      Lake Bunyonyi - Kampala. Leaving the mountain gorillas and Lake Bunyonyi behind, we return to Kampala, skirting around the northern edge of Lake Victoria. There is time this evening for you to head into the city and explore, meet the locals or try some of the local cuisine if you wish.

  • Day 8 Day 10: To The Nile
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 10: To The Nile

      Kampala - Jinja. Itโ€™s a short drive today as we make our way to Jinja, a city in southern Uganda on the banks of Lake Victoria, source of the River Nile. From here, the river flows for 5,584km, through 11 countries. It enters the Mediterranean Sea in Egypt, having provided life to millions and millions of people and animals on its journey! Our campsite is beside the Nile, and there are numerous optional activities you can enjoy. Quad biking, white water rafting, Nile cruises, fishing trips and mountain biking are some of the options. You also have the opportunity to visit a local school initiative. Lend a hand with some painting, plastering or other labour to help improve the local schools around Jinja.

  • Day 9 Day 11-12: Free Time By The Nile
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 11-12: Free Time By The Nile

      The next two days are completely free for you to unwind by the Nile. Enjoy some of the optional activities available, go for a long walk beside the river or simply relax at the campsite with a good book - the choice is yours!

  • Day 10 Day 13: Return To Kenya
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 13: Return To Kenya

      Jinja - Eldoret (Kenya). Say goodbye to Jinja as we cross the border back into Kenya and return to Eldoret. Our final evening is spent around the campfire, sharing our favourite memories from the last two weeks, and exchanging contact details with the rest of the group!

  • Day 11 Day 14: Nairobi
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 14: Nairobi

      Eldoret - Nairobi. We complete our drive south through Kenya, arriving back in Nairobi in the late afternoon.

  • Day 12 Day 15: Nairobi
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 15: Nairobi

      Today offers you the freedom to explore both the city and its surrounding areas. Alternatively, the following optional excursions are available to book locally. Enjoy close encounters at the the Daphne Sheldrick Elephant Orphanage and the Giraffe Centre, or discover the Karen Blixen Museum in the nearby town of Karen. Alternatively, you can opt for a day of relaxation and pure leisure, making the most of some well-deserved โ€™downtimeโ€™.

  • Day 13 Day 16: Masai Mara
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 16: Masai Mara

      Nairobi - Masai Mara. We leave Nairobi early this morning and make our way to the famous Masai Mara National Reserve. The Mara is adjacent to the Serengeti, forming one of the worldโ€™s last surviving great wildernesses. We will be travelling in specialised safari vehicles for this part of the tour for a more intimate wildlife-viewing experience, and will join up with our main vehicle later. During our time in the Mara, we enjoy morning and afternoon game drives in search of the huge herds of wildebeest, zebra, and antelope which inhabit the plains and the predators that hunt them. Also keep your eyes peeled for other iconic species like rhino, elephant and giraffe. We camp in pre-erected en suite tents on the edge of the reserve, close to the action!

  • Day 14 Day 17: Masai Mara Game Drive
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 17: Masai Mara Game Drive

      Today we continue exploring the Masai Mara with morning and afternoon game drives to different areas of the park. As well as the iconic Big Five, we will hopefully spot some of the less glamorous species, but creatures that are important to the ecosystem. Hyenas and vultures scavenge the remains of prey, warthogs scurry through the undergrowth and endangered African wild dogs hunt intelligently in packs. We break in the middle of the day for lunch before game driving back to our camp for the evening.

  • Day 15 Day 18: Nairobi
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 18: Nairobi

      Masai Mara - Nairobi. Leaving the Mara, we travel back through the Great Rift Valley to Nairobi, where we spend the night at a campsite on the edge of the city.

  • Day 16 Day 19: Arusha
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 19: Arusha

      Nairobi - Arusha (Tanzania). We leave Kenya, crossing into neighbouring Tanzania at the Namanga frontier. We then drive to the countryโ€™s safari capital, Arusha, arriving late afternoon. Situated in the shadow of Mount Meru and close to the Serengeti and Ngorongoro Crater, it is a great base for exploring the region. If time allows, we stop to browse the local markets and join a walk around a traditional Masai village before heading to our rustic accommodation at the Meserani Snake Park.

  • Day 17 Day 20: Serengeti National Park
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 20: Serengeti National Park

      Arusha - Serengeti National Park. We leave our overland truck behind and transfer to designated safari vehicles to embark on an exciting two day Serengeti and Ngorongoro Crater excursion. Entering the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, we drive around the rim of the crater and onto the wildlife-rich plains of the Serengeti, one of the last great wildernesses in the world. Millions of wildebeest, zebra, and antelope migrate across these plains throughout the year, followed by the predators, such as lions, leopards, and cheetahs. We game drive to our unfenced campsite, where we can listen to the sounds of the bush and hopefully see some wildlife roaming nearby.

  • Day 18 Day 21-22: Ngorongoro Crater
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 21-22: Ngorongoro Crater

      Serengeti National Park - Ngorongoro Crater - Arusha. Game driving out of the Serengeti on day 21, we can search for any species we have not managed to spot so far. We travel back to the Ngorongoro Crater, camping on the rim of this UNESCO-listed natural caldera, one of Africaโ€™s most spectacular wildlife areas. On day 22 we drive down a steep road into the crater itself for an unforgettable morning game drive. You will have the chance to spot every major African animal, except for giraffes. Interestingly, they cannot manage the steep climb down the crater rim! Returning to camp for lunch, we pack up before making the journey back to Arusha.

  • Day 19 Day 23: Bagamoyo
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 23: Bagamoyo

      Arusha - Bagamoyo. Today we have a long but scenic drive as we travel away from the Ngorongoro Conservation Area and towards the Indian Ocean coast. We will pass Mount Kilimanjaro en route, and if the weather is clear we should be able to enjoy magnificent views of Africaโ€™s highest mountain. The port town of Bagamoyo was founded towards the end of the 18th century and was an important trading port along the East African coast. Today it is a centre for dhow building, with many of the boats being sent to Zanzibar and nearby areas. We stay on the outskirts of the town, near the palm-fringed beaches of the Indian Ocean.

  • Day 20 Day 24: Dar Es Salaam
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 24: Dar Es Salaam

      Bagamoyo - Dar es Salaam. Itโ€™s only a relatively short drive south along the coast to Dar es Salaam today. The city is Tanzaniaโ€™s main port and is a hub of commerce and industry - a hot, humid, and bustling seaport city of high rises, colourful markets, and Arab-influenced architecture on the coast. We stay by the beach just outside the city tonight, and youโ€™ll have time to go for a swim.

  • Day 21 Day 25-27: Zanzibar
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 25-27: Zanzibar

      Dar es Salaam - Zanzibar. On the morning of day 25, we take the ferry to Zanzibar, leaving our overland truck on the mainland. Evocative and exotic, Zanzibar conjures up images of idyllic, sandy, palm-fringed beaches, romantic winding cobbled alleys, and lush tropical forests. Enjoy free time on the island. Independently explore historic Stone Town on day 10 before we drive to one of the beautiful beaches in the north of the island for two days of Indian Ocean relaxation. Perhaps visit a spice plantation, spend some time on the tropical beaches and enjoy snorkelling at the coast, home to a wealth of marine life. Other optional excursions you can book include massages and yacht trips. You can also enjoy a sunset dhow cruise. Please see the Trip Notes for more details about the optional activities available in Zanzibar. In Zanzibar we typically spend day 25 in Stone Town and days 26 and 27 at one of the northern beaches, but this can be flexible.

  • Day 22 Day 28: Dar Es Salaam
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 28: Dar Es Salaam

      Zanzibar - Dar es Salaam. We have the morning to do any last-minute shopping or enjoy one last swim before catching the ferry back to the African mainland and Dar es Salaam where our tour finishes.

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Experience Style

Experience Style

Mixed

There will be challenging activities such as hiking, biking, canyoning and trekking, but youโ€™re also going to have other means of transportation and relaxed moments to just chill.

Accomodation level

Accomodation level

Medium

This accommodation includes essential services like a hot shower, electricity, and a nice and comfy bed.

Experience Type

Experience Type

Small Group

Youโ€™ll be accompanied by a small group of travelers just like you.

Physical Rating

Physical Rating

Average

There are several physical activities that last from 2 to 6 hours in easy terrains, low altitude flats, or water experiences. Please ask if youโ€™re not sure this applies to you.

Age range

Age range

Min: 18 / Max: 75

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