Meals

17 breakfasts, 9 lunches, 9 dinners

Accommodation

Basic hotel (2 nts, single or twin-share), participation camping (9 nts), full-service camping (2 nts), hostels (5 nts, multi-share with 3-4 people).

Transport

Lando, 4x4 safari vehicles, walking, shared shuttle, tuk-tuk, ferry.

Guide

Uganda portion: 2 CEOs (Chief Experience Officers) as head guide/cook and driver, certified mountain gorilla trackers, local guides. Tanzania portion: certified safari guides/drivers, local guides. 1 CEO on transfer between Nairobi and Arusha, Serengeti, Ngorongoro Crater and Zanzibar.

Others

Your G for Good Moment: AidChild Cafe & Gallery, Kayabwe Your G for Good Moment: Mto wa Mbu Village Visit and Lunch, Mto wa Mbu Your Welcome Moment: Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and Group Your Discover Moment: Jinja. Guided mountain gorilla trek in Bwindi with permits. Entrance and chimpanzee tracking in Kalinzu Forest Reserve. Tea plantation visit. Transfer from Jinja to Nairobi. Entrances and wildlife safari drives in Serengeti National Park and in Ngorongoro Crater. Ferry to Zanzibar. Stone Town orientation walk. All transport between destinations and to/from included activities.

Not included:

Optional

Lake Bunyonyi - Swimming - Canoe Rental (10USD per person) - Nature Walk (5USD per person) - Motorboat Tour of Lake Bunyonyi (40USD per person) - Bird Watching Walk (10USD per person) Kalinzu Forest Reserve - Boat Cruise (40USD per person) Lake Mburo - Lake Mburo Boat Safari (30USD per person) Lake Mburo National Park - Nature Walk (25USD per person) Jinja - Nile River Sunset Cruise (30USD per person) - Quad Biking (105USD per person) - Nile River Kayaking (140-160USD per person) - Bungee Jumping (145USD per person) - Jinja River Rafting (140USD per person) Mabira Forest - Mabira Forest Mountain Biking (55USD per person) Serengeti National Park - Serengeti Balloon Safari Arusha - Zanzibar Express Stone Town - Christ Church Cathedral & Old Slave Market (5USD per person) - Sultan’s Palace Museum (3USD per person) - Stone Town Walking Tour (15USD per person) Jambiani - Swimming Jozani Forest - Jozani Forest Tour (35-150USD per person)

Insurance

Insurance is not included.

Flights

Flights are not included.

Others

• Please note that this tour combines with other G Adventures tours. As such, the staff and some travel companions on your tour may have previously been traveling together with G Adventures, prior to Day 1 of your tour. Likewise, some staff and travel companions may be continuing together on another G Adventures tour, after your trip concludes. • An essential part of your safari is participation - from putting up your tent (while camping) or packing away in the morning, to helping with meal preparation and cleaning up - it is all part of your adventure and when everyone puts in a little effort the trip will run smoothly. Team spirit is part of the fun! All camping equipment (with the exception of your sleeping bag and pillow) is supplied. We supply dome tents and assembly/disassembly takes only 5 minutes. All tents have built-in insect nets. Mattresses are also available, which are approximately 4cm thick, warm and comfortable. • YELLOW FEVER It may be required to show a Yellow Fever certificate upon entering the country(s) visited. Please check in with your local health expert for advice on Yellow Fever and other inoculations required for this area. • Sleeping bags are not available for rent and difficult to purchase locally. RAMADAN According to the lunar cycle, Ramadan will fall between Feb 28th - Mar 29th 2025, and Feb 17th - Mar 19th 2026. Please note that Ramadan is a month of fasting observed by Muslims throughout the world, during which time the followers of Islam should not eat or drink between sunrise and sunset. There may be some limitations to services and disruptions to schedules during Ramadan, but generally our tours still operate effectively during this period and food is available to non-Muslims throughout the day. It is very important to display increased cultural sensitivity during Ramadan. Please wear loose fitting clothes, that cover knees and shoulders, and try to avoid eating, drinking or smoking in public out of respect for those who can’t at that time. • Travelling can be difficult on this tour, as long drives and poor road conditions are the rule as opposed to the exception in both Kenya and Uganda. This camping trip is about travelling to see what the region is like, and see some animals in wildlife parks, to trek to see the mountain gorillas, along and some other sights in between. As such, we cover long distances and have long, bumpy travel days to to get to some of these amazing locations. Despite this, the diversity and scenery of the African landscape, the local culture and abundant wildlife are all well worth the experience. • G Adventures can never guarantee the sighting of wildlife, especially when it comes to mountain gorillas. However, the mountain gorilla trek is organized to ensure success. Before heading into the jungle, our local guides receive coordinates from trackers on the whereabouts of the gorillas, and the trackers stay with the gorillas until the group arrives. Please note that if you are unwell with anything contagious, even a common cold, you may be denied any of the treks to ensure the safety of the gorillas and chimps. This is a national park regulation, and trekking permits will not be refunded if you are denied entrance due to illness. • Visitors to Uganda should be in excellent physical condition, without any heart problems and prepared to spend strenuous days in humid rain forests, steep terrain and high altitude trekking for chimpanzee and gorillas, as well as other primates. Those preferring to remain at base camp in Bwindi may do so, however, there is no price reduction. • The use of drones in national parks in Southern Africa is prohibited.Lake Bunyonyi - Swimming - Canoe Rental (10USD per person) - Nature Walk (5USD per person) - Motorboat Tour of Lake Bunyonyi (40USD per person) - Bird Watching Walk (10USD per person) Kalinzu Forest Reserve - Boat Cruise (40USD per person) Lake Mburo - Lake Mburo Boat Safari (30USD per person) Lake Mburo National Park - Nature Walk (25USD per person) Jinja - Nile River Sunset Cruise (30USD per person) - Quad Biking (105USD per person) - Nile River Kayaking (140-160USD per person) - Bungee Jumping (145USD per person) - Jinja River Rafting (140USD per person) Mabira Forest - Mabira Forest Mountain Biking (55USD per person) Serengeti National Park - Serengeti Balloon Safari Arusha - Zanzibar Express Stone Town - Christ Church Cathedral & Old Slave Market (5USD per person) - Sultan’s Palace Museum (3USD per person) - Stone Town Walking Tour (15USD per person) Jambiani - Swimming Jozani Forest - Jozani Forest Tour (35-150USD per person)

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Day 1 Day 1: Kampala (1D)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 1: Kampala (1D)

Arrive at any time.

Tonight after a brief welcome meeting, choose to get to know your group members with an optional group dinner at a nearby local restaurant in Kampala not far from the campsite.

Meals Included:
- Dinner

Included Activities:
- Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and Group

Additional Notes: Please make sure you have all of the necessary visas for this tour by the time of the welcome meeting. It is very important to read the visa section in our trip details to confirm which visas you will need, if any. Please note: not all nationalities are able to obtain a visa on arrival.
Day 2 Day 2: Kampala/Lake Bunyonyi (1B, 1L, 1D)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 2: Kampala/Lake Bunyonyi (1B, 1L, 1D)

Cross over the equator today in the Lando en route from Kampala to Lake Bunyonyi. The name Bunyonyi means ‘place of many little birds’ and the lake’s winding shores encircle 29 islands surrounded by steep terraced hillsides. Upon arrival enjoy free time to get to know your surroundings and opt to swim in the calm waters.

Meals Included:
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner

Transport:
- Lando 12:00 Hr(s)
Day 3 Day 3: Gorilla Trek (1B, 1L, 1D)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 3: Gorilla Trek (1B, 1L, 1D)

Spend the day on a mountain gorilla trek in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park. Hike deep into the jungle through volcano forests alongside a park ranger in search of these mountain gorillas in their natural habitat. Please be ready for a challenge as the treks can vary in length and difficulty.

Note: Ugandan authorities are fiercely protective of this natural treasure, and currently permit only a maximum of eight people, per day, to visit a given gorilla family. The group will be split into different sub-groups for the trek, and depending on the number of travellers, different sub-groups may do their trek on different days.

Meals Included:
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner

Included Activities:
- Mountain Gorilla Trek

Additional Notes: Depending on the date of our permits, it’s possible that the gorilla trek will take place on the second full day in Lake Bunyonyi.

Bwindi Impenetrable National Park has four areas; Rushaga, Buhoma, Nkuringo, Ruhija. Depending on permit availability your group could be tracking gorillas from different areas of the park, it is all still part of Bwindi.
Day 4 Day 4: Lake Bunyonyi (1B, 1D)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 4: Lake Bunyonyi (1B, 1D)

Explore Lake Bunyonyi with a full day of free time. There are many optional activities to choose from like, swimming, hiking, canoeing, bird watching, or taking a motorboat tour of the lake. In the evening, relax together with the whole group at the lodge.

Please keep in mind that some members of the group will do the gorilla trek on this day and have the free day in Lake Bunyonyi the day before.

Meals Included:
- Breakfast
- Dinner
Day 5 Day 5: Lake Bunyonyi/Kalinzu Forest Reserve (1B, 1L, 1D)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 5: Lake Bunyonyi/Kalinzu Forest Reserve (1B, 1L, 1D)

Drive through the Ugandan countryside on the journey to Kalinzu Forest Reserve, which is further north in the country. The reserve is adjacent to Queen Elizabeth National Park and offers a great variety of landscapes to view wildlife. Spend the afternoon at your leisure here.

Meals Included:
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner

Transport:
- Lando 03:00 Hr(s)
Day 6 Day 6: Kalinzu Forest Reserve/Lake Mburo National Park (1B, 1L, 1D)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 6: Kalinzu Forest Reserve/Lake Mburo National Park (1B, 1L, 1D)

Rise early this morning for an included chimpanzee tracking excursion within the lush Kalinzu Forest Reserve with a ranger. Later, the group will visit a tea plantation before arriving at Lake Mburo. Then, you can choose to book an afternoon boat cruise, or get to know the local area on foot.

Meals Included:
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner

Transport:
- Lando 03:00 - 04:00 Hr(s)

Included Activities:
- Chimpanzee Tracking Excursion
- Tea Plantation Visit
Day 7 Day 7: Lake Mburo National Park/Jinja (1B, 1L)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 7: Lake Mburo National Park/Jinja (1B, 1L)

Today the group will travel back across the equator to Uganda, which happens to be one of the few countries where it’s possible to cross over this boundary on land. Along the way, make a stop for lunch at the G Adventures-supported AidChild Equation Café & Gallery. Arrive to Jinja in the evening.

Meals Included:
- Breakfast
- Lunch

Transport:
- Lando 07:00 - 08:00 Hr(s)

Included Activities:
- AidChild Cafe & Gallery
Day 8 Day 8: Jinja
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 8: Jinja

The entire day is free for you to explore Jinja on your own or with members of the group. There are plenty of outdoor and adventure activities to choose from like rafting and mountain biking.
Pre-book your rafting adrenaline rush on the checkout page to include the Jinja River Rafting optional activity on your tour or ask your GCO or travel agent for assistance.
Day 9 Day 9: Jinja/Eldoret (1B, 1L)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 9: Jinja/Eldoret (1B, 1L)

Catch up on some rest during this travel day between Uganda and Kenya. The group will arrive to the camp site near Eldoret in the evening and spend the night under the stars.

Meals Included:
- Breakfast
- Lunch

Transport:
- Lando: Jinja to Eldoret 07:00 Hr(s)

Included Activities:
- Border Crossing (Uganda - Kenya)

Additional Notes: This is an overnight stop in between two long driving days.
Day 10 Day 10: Eldoret/Nairobi (1B)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 10: Eldoret/Nairobi (1B)

Transfer through the Kenyan countryside to Nairobi. Spend time scanning the scenery, listening to music, taking naps, and enjoying the company of your group. Stops will be made along the way for you to grab lunch and dinner on your own.

Meals Included:
- Breakfast

Transport:
- Lando: Eldoret to Nairobi 11:00 Hr(s)
Day 11 Day 11: Nairobi/Arusha (1B)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 11: Nairobi/Arusha (1B)

Travel by public shuttle through the semi-arid lands of the Maasai people and cross the border into Tanzania. Search the horizon for views of Mount Kilimanjaro in the distance and arrive to Arusha in the evening. Stops will be made along the way for you to have lunch and dinner on your own.

Meals Included:
- Breakfast

Transport:
- Shuttle 07:00 - 08:00 Hr(s)

Included Activities:
- Border Crossing (Kenya - Tanzania)
Day 12 Day 12: Arusha/Serengeti National Park (1B, 1L, 1D)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 12: Arusha/Serengeti National Park (1B, 1L, 1D)

Prepare for a wildlife safari experience in one of the most famous national parks in Africa; the Serengeti. Travel from Arusha and begin a 3-day, 2-night excursion with a safari drive through the park.

Meals Included:
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner

Transport:
- 7-seat 4x4 safari vehicle: Arusha to Serengeti National Park 08:00 Hr(s)

Included Activities:
- Serengeti National Park Safari

Additional Notes: The Serengeti & Ngorongoro Crater portion of the trip will make use of specialized 4x4 7-seater safari vehicles, with experienced safari driver/guides, who will ensure wonderful wildlife encounters. The safari vehicles each have sliding windows and a large pop-up roof, perfect for viewing animals and scenery. The group will split up among several vehicles and your CEO will spend time in each vehicle over the next three days.
Day 13 Day 13: Serengeti National Park/Ngorongoro (1B, 1L, 1D)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 13: Serengeti National Park/Ngorongoro (1B, 1L, 1D)

Head out on a final morning safari in the Serengeti before continuing on to the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, famous for its magnificent wildlife viewing opportunities. Set up camp in the late afternoon near the crater rim and simply soak in this beautiful setting.

Meals Included:
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner

Transport:
- 7-seat 4x4 safari vehicle: Serengeti National Park to Ngorongoro 04:00 Hr(s)

Included Activities:
- Serengeti National Park Safari

Additional Notes: Please note: if you have pre-booked the Serengeti Balloon Safari, today’s the day for this activity! The CEO will give the final confirmation, as it is subject to change. You will miss the included morning wildlife safari drive with the group, but you will have a much better view from above! If you have not yet pre-booked, add it to your checkout page, or ask your GCO or travel agent for assistance.

Due to the high-altitude location of our camp, temperatures can drop at night. We recommend bringing extra layers to wear during the evening and following morning.
Day 14 Day 14: Ngorongoro/Arusha (1B, 1L)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 14: Ngorongoro/Arusha (1B, 1L)

Adventure down to the crater floor for a final safari experience in an area surrounded by the high walls. Exit the crater in the late morning and drive in the 4x4 safari vehicles back to Arusha. Stop along the way at the Mto wa Mbu Village for a cultural walk and experience daily life in this rural town. Then, sit down for a traditional lunch with members from the local community.

Meals Included:
- Breakfast
- Lunch

Transport:
- 7-seat 4x4 safari vehicle: Ngorongoro to Arusha 04:00 - 05:00 Hr(s)

Included Activities:
- Mto wa Mbu Village Visit and Lunch
- Ngorongoro Crater Wildlife Safari Drive
Day 15 Day 15: Arusha/Dar Es Salaam (1B, 1D)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 15: Arusha/Dar Es Salaam (1B, 1D)

Depart from Arusha early in a public shuttle towards Dar es Salaam. Enjoy the Tanzanian countryside passing by and be on the lookout for the blue waters of the Indian Ocean in the distance. The group will spend the night in this port town before transferring to the island beaches of Zanzibar.
Want to cut travel time in half and spend more time in Stone Town? Pre-book the Zanzibar Express on the checkout page to include this optional activity on your tour.

Meals Included:
- Breakfast
- Dinner

Transport:
- Private Vehicle 12:00 - 13:00 Hr(s)

Additional Notes: Zanzibar Express; transfer this morning from your Arusha hotel to the airport for a scenic flight to Zanzibar. Arrive in Stone Town and spend the afternoon exploring on your own. Enjoy an extra night in Stone Town and meet back up with the group the following day. Only breakfast included.
Day 16 Day 16: Dar Es Salaam/Stone Town (1B)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 16: Dar Es Salaam/Stone Town (1B)

Hop on the ferry in the morning to the picturesque island beaches of Zanzibar and spend the remainder of the day enjoying the sandy shores of this archipelago paradise. Set off on an orientation walk with your CEO in Stone Town.

Meals Included:
- Breakfast

Transport:
- Ferry: Dar es Salaam to Stone Town 02:00 Hr(s)

Included Activities:
- Stone Town Orientation Walk

Additional Notes: Zanzibar is a Muslim society. Immodestly dressed women or men in shorts will get harassed and cause great offence in Stone Town. On the beach, customs are a little more relaxed, but travellers are encouraged to be respectful of the island’s culture and cover up when walking around. Never try to take a photograph without asking permission.
Day 17 Day 17: Beach Day In Zanzibar (1B)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 17: Beach Day In Zanzibar (1B)

Explore the heart of Zanzibar on your own. Walk the winding streets, visit the various squares, and choose to try some tasty treats from pavement vendors. The group will travel to the tropical haven of Jambiani for the next few days.

Meals Included:
- Breakfast

Transport:
- Private Vehicle 01:30 Hr(s)
Day 18 Day 18: Beach Day In Zanzibar (1B)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 18: Beach Day In Zanzibar (1B)

Spend a free day in one of the world’s great cultural crossroads. Choose to partake in a diving experience, go snorkelling, hop aboard a sailing trip, or lounge on the beach listening to the nearby lapping waves in this East African paradise.

Meals Included:
- Breakfast
Day 19 Day 19: Stone Town (1B)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 19: Stone Town (1B)

Travel back to Stone Town from the other side of the island. The tour ends in the late morning upon arrival.

Meals Included:
- Breakfast

Transport:
- Private Vehicle 01:30 Hr(s)

Included Activities:
- Departure Day

Additional Notes: Morning group transfer from the beach. Depart Stone Town upon arrival in the late morning. Onward travel should be booked no earlier than 2:30pm.

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Uganda To Tanzania Overland Safari G Adventures

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Itinerary of your trip Uganda To Tanzania Overland Safari G Adventures

Day 1: Kampala (1D)

Day 2: Kampala/Lake Bunyonyi (1B, 1L, 1D)

Day 3: Gorilla Trek (1B, 1L, 1D)

Day 4: Lake Bunyonyi (1B, 1D)

Day 5: Lake Bunyonyi/Kalinzu Forest Reserve (1B, 1L, 1D)

Day 6: Kalinzu Forest Reserve/Lake Mburo National Park (1B, 1L, 1D)

Day 7: Lake Mburo National Park/Jinja (1B, 1L)

Day 8: Jinja

Day 9: Jinja/Eldoret (1B, 1L)

Day 10: Eldoret/Nairobi (1B)

Day 11: Nairobi/Arusha (1B)

Day 12: Arusha/Serengeti National Park (1B, 1L, 1D)

Day 13: Serengeti National Park/Ngorongoro (1B, 1L, 1D)

Day 14: Ngorongoro/Arusha (1B, 1L)

Day 15: Arusha/Dar Es Salaam (1B, 1D)

Day 16: Dar Es Salaam/Stone Town (1B)

Day 17: Beach Day In Zanzibar (1B)

Day 18: Beach Day In Zanzibar (1B)

Day 19: Stone Town (1B)

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