22 Days East Africa Wildlife and Primate Tracking Safari – Grand safari in East Africa
Experience the African Big Five, Wildebeest Migrations, Mountain gorilla trekking, golden monkey trekking, and chimpanzee trekking on this classic 22 Days East Africa Wildlife and Primate Tracking Safari.
The 22 Days East Africa Wildlife and Primate Tracking Safari is a grand East African safari package that allows you to experience Africa’s unique wildlife across the various ecosystems in different countries in East Africa. This 22 Days Est Africa Wildlife and Primate Tracking safari takes you through Kenya for unrivaled wildlife viewing including the African Big Five and spectacular wildebeest migration in Masai Mara National Reserve. From Kenya, you will proceed to the nearby Tanzania for another spectacular wildlife viewing experience in the famous Serengeti National Park and Ngorongoro Crater. Adventures in Tanzania will grant you an opportunity to witness all the African Big Five Animals (lion, leopard, rhino, buffalo, and Elephant), witness the Great Wildebeest Migration in Serengeti, and an opportunity to discover the spectacular Ngorongoro Crater – a world natural wonder.
From Tanzania, this 22 Days East Afrivca Wildlife and Primate Tracking Safari will take you to Rwanda for a remarkable primate tracking adventure. Enjoy golden monkey tracking and gorilla trekking in Rwanda’s Volcanoes National Park before proceeding with your safari to Uganda. Visist the Bwindi Impenetrable National Park in the southwestern part of Uganda for another remarkable primate tracking experience. Bwindi Impenetrable National Park in Uganda is a UNESCO World Heritage site – home to more than half of the remaining endangered mountain gorilla population. From Bwindi, your 22 Days Grand East Africa Safari will take you to Queen Elizabeth National Park (popular for its unique tree climbing lions) before proceeding to Kibale National Park, the primate capital of the world for a chimpanzee tracking safari experience.
Tour summary for 22 Days East Africa Wildlife and Primate Tracking Safari
Day 01: Transfer to Amboseli National Park
Day_02: Double Game Drives in Amboseli National Park (Morning and Afternoon)
Day 03: Drive to Lake Nakuru National Park
Day 04: Morning Game Drive and Road Transfer to Masai Mara National Reserve
Day_05: Morning Game Drives and Nature Walk in Masai Mara National Reserve
Day 06: Road Transfer to Serengeti National Park
Day 07: Morning Hot Air Balloon Ride and afternoon Game Drive in Serengeti
Day_08: Morning Game Drives and Visit to Maasai Boma Village
Day 09: Morning Game Drive, Transfer to Ngorongoro Crater, & afternoon game drive in the crater
Day 10: Full-Day Adventure in Ngorongoro Crater
Day_11: Road Transfer to Mt. Kilimanjaro Airport and Air Transfer to Kigali City, Rwanda
Day 12: Kigali City Tour and Transfer to Volcanoes National Park
Day 13: Golden Monkey Tracking in Volcanoes and Visit to Iby’Iwachu Cultural Village
Day_14: Visit Lake Kivu, and later transfer to Kisoro, and Relax at Lake Mutanda
Day 15: Visit the Batwa People for Another Cultural Experience
Day 16: Mountain Gorilla Trekking in Bwindi Impenetrable Forest
Day_17: Road Transfer to Ishasha Sector in Queen Elizabeth National Park – Evening Game Drive
Day 18: Game Drive in Ishasha Sector & Afternoon Boat Ride at Kazinga Channel
Day 19: Game Drive in Queen Elizabeth National Park and transfer to Kibale Forest National Park
Day_20: Chimpanzee Tracking in Kibale Forest – Afternoon visit to Bigodi Swamp Wetland
Day 21: Transfer to Kampala City – Evening Relaxation
Day 22: Departure
Detailed Day by Day 22 Days East Africa Wildlife and Primate Tracking Safari Itinerary
Day 01: Transfer to Amboseli National Park
From Nairobi, you will be picked up and transferred to the famous Amboseli National Park. The Journey to Amboseli National Park offers a glimpse into rural Kenya, dotted with small villages, lush plantations, and children waving enthusiastically by the roadside. Arrive in Amboseli in time for lunch and proceed to your booked safari lodge, nestled beneath the towering Kilimanjaro Mountain.
At the lodge, relax and enjoy your surroundings of the immense landscape framed by Africa’s highest peak.After lunch and relaxation at your lodge, embark on your first adventure on this 22 Days Grand East Africa Wildlife and Primate Tracking safari. Amboseli is famous for its gisnt herds of elephants that roam the vasl expanses of this park. Besides the elephants, Amboseli National Park also hosts several other top wildlife species including; Cape buffalo, impala, lion, cheetah, spotted hyena, Masai giraffe, Grant’s zebra, and blue wildebeest among others.
As your day draws to a close, witness the golden glow cast by the setting sun on the landscape before returning to the lodge for a sumptuous dinner and an overnight stay. Your first nights in the jungle will be an excellent experience while in Amboseli National Park.
Meal Plan: Lunch & Dinner
Accommodation: Amboseli Safari Lodge
Day 02: Double Game Drives in Amboseli National Park (Morning and Afternoon)
On the second day of this 22 Days East Africa Wildlife and Primate Tracking Safari, you will spend your day exploring Amboseli National Park – a place where the giants roam under the shadow of the Mountain. Start your day arel in the morning with breakfast at the lodge. After breakfast, embark on an a sunrise game drive in the where you get an opportunity to see the sun rise over the giant Kilimanjaro mountain. The morning game drive takes you across the Amboseli plains for opportunities to spot different wildlife including the majestic Elephants that roam the park freely.
Most of your time will be spent exploring the park’s diverse habitats including; acacia woodlands, open plains, rocky thorn bush, and the marshlands. Enjoy spotting various wildlife species like cheetahs, hyenas, buffalos, wildebeest, and a number of different bird species that call this place home.
Have a lunch break in between the game drives.
After lunch, embark on an afternoon game drive adventure in Amboseli National Park for more opportunities to dicover its charming wonders. As your day draws to a close, drive back to your lodge for dinner and an overnight stay.
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
Accommodation: Amboseli Safari Lodge
Day 03: Drive to Lake Nakuru National Park
Wake up lazily at your lodge in Amboseli National Park and enjoy a short game drive in the park. Have an opportunity to witness the majestic elephants as they roam the vast wilderness of Amboseli National Park with a stunning backdrop of the giant Kilimanjaro Mountain. After your game drive, return to the lodge for breakfast and preparation for a transfer to Lake Nakuru National Park where your next adventure will be.
Embark on a drive to Lake Nakuru National Park – a journey that takes roughly 6 hours through the scenic countryside. This Grand East Africa Wildlife and Primate Tracking Safari allows you to witness the stunning landscapes of Kenya, Undulating hills, volcanic escarpments, and the vast wilderness. Arrive in Lake Nakuru National Park in the afternoon and drive to your booked safari accommodation for relaxation and dinner.
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
Accommodation: Lake Nakuru Safari Lodge
Day 04: Morning Game Drive and Road Transfer to Masai Mara National Reserve
Renowned for its millions of pink flamingos that flock to the alkaline Lake, Lake Nakuru National Park is a wildlife and birding haven in Kenya. Start your day with a morning game drive in the park for opportunities to witness its diverse wildlife. Grab your binoculars and head to the lake shores where you will witness hundreds of thousands of birdspecies especially the lesser flamingos that paint the entire lake pink. The other top bird species to look out for while here are the African fish eagles, Malachite Kingfishers, and Yellow-billed storks among others.
You will also spot various wildlife species including lions, rhinos, buffalos, and hyenas among others on your morning adventure in Lake Nakuru National Park. After your game drive, return to the lodge for breakfast. After breakfast depart the lodge in Lake Nakuru National Park and start your drive to Masai Mara National Park.
Masai Mara National Reserve is an award-winning safari park, renowned worldwide for its incredible wildlife numbers, dramatic landscapes, and natural wonders. The journey to Masai Mara National Reserve doubles as an adventure as you will drive through the scenic countryside through the Rift Valley, and past local Masai villages – all that enrich your experience on this 22 Days East Africa Wildlife and Primate Tracking Safari.
On arrival at the Masai Mara, you will be welcomed by the sight of rolling savannahs sprinkled with acacia trees yet teeming with abundant form that will make you even more excited while here. There are high chances of encountering several wildlife species as you proceed to your safari lodge or camp. Arrive and settle into your lodge or tented camp, where the Maasai cultural influence blends seamlessly with modern comfort.
Depending on your time of arrival, you can do a short evening game drive in Masai Mara National Park in the afternoon or just relax at your lodge.
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
Accommodation: Ashnil Mara Safari Camp
Day 05: Morning Game Drives and Nature Walk in Masai Mara National Reserve
Today, you will explore the iconic Masai Mara National Reserve – immerse yourself in its vast savannas to search for all the African top wildlife species. While on this 22 days grand safari in East Africa, Masai Mara National Reserve is one of the most rewarding destinations that will surely grant you long last memories of Africa. Masai Mara is renowned for its large populations of the African Big Five animals (lion, leopard, rhino, buffalo, and elephant) and the spectacular annual wildebeest migration. Masai Mara National Reserve is also home to cheetahs, giraffes, hyenas, crocodiles, gazelles, zebras, and several antelope species among others.
Start your day with an early morning game drive in Masai Mara, visiting some of the top wildlife hotspots for incredible wildlife sightseeing experiences. Incase you are traveling in time for the migration, you will enjoy witnessing this natural spectacle unfold with an opportunity to take photos and record videos.
You will also have an opportunity to witness several bird species that call this place home. As it nears time for lunch, your driver guide will drive you back to the lodge or camp for a refreshing meal and a short rest. After lunch, embark on an afternoon adventure. Your driver guide will drive you to where you will be able to join your local guides for a memorable nature guide. This adventure will immerse you in the sights and sounds of the wilderness as part of your 22 Days East Africa Wildlife and Primate Tracking safari. Explore the vast Mara and before down, you will have an opportunity to witness the golden savannas that are cast by the setting sun. Later return to your lodge for dinner and an overnight stay.
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
Accommodation: Ashnil Mara Safari Camp
Day 06: Road Transfer to Serengeti National Park, Tanzania
Following an early morning breakfast at your lodge, bid farewell to Masai Mara as you embark on your transfer to the iconic Serengeti National Park in Tanzania where your next adventure on this 22 days grand East Africa Safari will be. Enjoy a road transfer, an exciting journey through Kenya and Tanzania – witnessing picturesque views of the vast African plains and stunning landscapes. You will drive to the Isebania Border where you will complete your immigration formalities before you are allowed to proceed to Tanzania. Proceed with your drive to the iconic Serengeti National Park, an iconic destination, renowned worldwide for its remarkable wildlife and stunning plains.
As you enter Serengeti, the landscape opens into a seemingly endless savannah – teeming with abundant form that you will enjoy witnessing as you proceed with your drive to the lodge or safari camp. The vast endless savannahs here are a reason why Serengeti in the local Maasai Language means ‘‘endless plains.’’
You can enjoy an afternoon game drive in Serengeti for a chance to get acquainted with its iconic wildlife, stunning scenery, and beautiful landscapes. Witness lions on the prowl, wildebeest herds grazing, elephants roaming the plains and a lot more wildlife species – a sighting accompanied by the breathtaking beauty of the iconic Serengeti National Park. As your day comes to a close, return to your lodge for dinner and an overnight stay, eagerly anticipating what this region has to offer the next day.
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
Accommodation: Robins Safari Camp
Day 07: Morning Hot Air Balloon Ride and afternoon Game Drive in Serengeti
Wake up early in the morning and prepare for a thrilling adventure that takes you above the vast plains of Serengeti National Park on a hot air balloon ride. Your driver guide will be at your lodge early in the morning ready to transfer you to the take-off site. A pre-down hot air balloon ride over the Serengeti is a thrilling adventure that grants you an opportunity to witness the vast wilderness and its wildlife below. As the balloon ascends, you will be able to witness the first rays of sunlight illuminating the vast wilderness below with countless opportunities to spot different wildlife species.
Enjoy witnessing herds of wildebeests, zebras, gazelles and several predator species as they roam the vast Serengeti a place they all call home. The aerial view of the Serengeti is an entirely a new way to appreciate this National Park’s vastness and biodiversity on your safari – enriching your adventure with more unforgettable memories on this 22 Days East Africa Wildlife and Primate Tracking Safari. After a thrilling ride over the Serengeti vast plains, you will finally land, a champagne breakfast will be waiting in the bush making your East Africa Wildlife and Primate Tracking Safari even more exciting.
Return to your lodge for relaxation. After lunch at your lodge, embark on a thrilling game drive in Serengeti, visiting its top wildlife spots for wildlife viewing experiences. While on this game drive keep an eye out for the iconic African Big Five Animals (lion, leopard, rhino, buffalo, and elephant) and other top predators like cheetahs, and hyenas among others. You will also have an opportunity to witness the large herds of grazer mammals especially the wildebeest herds, Zebras, gazelles, and giraffes among others. As your day draws to a close, return to your safari lodge for a dinner and an overnight stay.
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
Accommodation: Robins Safari Camp
Day 08: Morning Game Drives and Visit to Maasai Boma Village
Today you will enjoy the wild Serengeti and its culture, visiting one of thr popular cultural villages. Following an early morning breakfast at the lodge, embark on a sunrise breakfast in Serengeti National Park for another opportunity to witness its iconic wildlife species. Traverse the vast Serengeti National Park, driving through the famous Seronera Valley popular for its large population of wildlife species, especially the Big Cats. Enjoy unrivaled sightings of lion prides lounging under the shades or elusive leopards resting on tree branches. This area will give you an excellent safari experience in Serengeti during this 22 Days East Africa Wildlife and Primate Tracking Safari.
After your remarkable adventure, return to your lodge for a sumptuous meal and a short rest before you embark on your evening adventure.
After lunch, visit the Maasai Boma Village for an immersive cultural experience on this grand East Africa wildlife and primate tracking safari. The Maasai are one of the most popular ethnic groups in East Africa, known for their distinctive customs and dress code. They are welcoming people and you will enjoy their hospitality while learning their ways of life, culture, and beliefs. Late in the evening, return to your lodge for dinner and an overnight stay.
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
Accommodation: Ndutu Safari Lodge
Day 09: Morning Game Drive, Transfer to Ngorongoro Crater, & afternoon game drive in the crater
On this day, you will experience from the iconic Serengeti National Park to the wonders of the Ngorongoro Crater. Start your day with a sunrise game drive in Serengeti, and drive to the Ndutu plains in the southern part of Serengeti. This area is famous for its high concentration of wildlife species – more popular for wildebeest calving during the calving season. During the calving season, about 800,000 calves are born here each day, attracting a high number of predators that come to take advantage of the weak and vulnerable newborn. Although it is generally popular for the calving season of the wildebeest, the Ndutu area hosts large numbers of wildlife all year round and while exploring this area you will be able to witness lions, hyenas, and cheetahs among others.
After your adventure here, proceed to the Ngorongoro Conservation Area for an afternoon game drive in the Ngorongoro Crater, a UNESCO World Heritage site. The crater is the world’s largest unbroken volcanic caldera, teeming with wildlife, making it one of the best places for game-viewing safaris in Tanzania. Descend 600 meters into the crater floor for a remarkable wildlife viewing experience. The crater floor is home to black rhinos, elephants, lions, wildebeest, zebras, hyenas, buffalos, and flamingos along the soda lake. Enjoy the dramatic beauty of the crater, coupled with its prolific wildlife on your adventure here.
As your day draws to a close, drive to your lodge for dinner and an overnight stay.
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
Accommodation: Ngorongoro Farm House
Day 10: Full-Day Adventure in Ngorongoro Crater
Explore the Ngorongoro Crater! Today, you will spend your day exploring the Ngorongoro Carter. Start your day with a sumptuous breakfast at your lodge before embarking on your first adventure. You will depart your lodge with your packed lunch boxes for a morning game drive in the Ngorongoro Crater, and descend 600 meters into the crater floor for a remarkable wildlife-viewing safari experience. The Crater floor is home to all the iconic African Big Five animals (lion. Leopard, rhino, buffalo, and elephant) and several other species like hippos, zebras, and hyenas among others. Explore the various habitats in the crater floor including swamps, woodlands, and grasslands for incredible wildlife viewing opportunities.
Take a lunch break and enjoy a picnic lunch at a scenic and safe spot within the crater. After lunch, visit the Olduvai Gorge, a significant archaeological site often referred to as the “Cradle of Mankind.” This place will grant you an opportunity to learn about the ancient fossils discovered by the Leakey family, which provide valuable insight into early human evolution. As your day draws to a close, return to the crater for a final game drive before ascending to the crater rim where your safari lodge is located. Dinner and overnight at your lodge.
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
Accommodation: Ngorongoro Farm House
Day 11: Road Transfer to Mt. Kilimanjaro Airport and Air Transfer to Kigali City, Rwanda
Wake up at leisure and enjoy breakfast at your lodge. After breakfast, embark on a transfer to Mt. Kilimanjaro Airport from where you will board your outbound flight to Rwanda. The journey from Ngorongoro doubles as a road trip as you will enjoy the beautiful countryside, rolling hills, and stunning beauty of Tanzania. Lunch will be en route.
Arrive at Kigali International Airport and transfer to your booked hotel where you can unwind and rest. Dinner and overnight at your hotel in Kigali City, Rwanda.
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
Accommodation: Onomo Hotel Kigali
Day 12: Kigali City Tour and Transfer to Volcanoes National Park
Start your day with a sumptuous breakfast at your hotel. After breakfast, you will embark on a guided city tour in Rwanda’s Kigali City for an opportunity to experience the country’s rich culture and history. Visit the Kigali Genocide Memorial, a place that gives a poignant reminder of Rwanda’s tragic history. You will also visit the local markets where you can interact with artisans and buy traditional crafts. A City Tour through Rwanda’s Kigali City provides an understanding of Rwanda’s resilience and its path toward reconciliation and growth. After your tour, return to the hotel for lunch.
After lunch, embark on a road transfer to Volcanoes National Park. The journey takes you through the scenic Rwanda Countryside, witnessing the rolling hills and beautiful landscapes as you drive to northwestern Rwanda. Arrive in Volcanoes National Park and proceed to your booked safari lodge. Check in at the lodge and enjoy a leisurely afternoon
Dinner and an overnight stay at the lodge.
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
Accommodation: Da Vinci Gorilla Lodge
Day 13: Golden Monkey Tracking in Volcanoes and Visit to Iby’Iwachu Cultural Village
Experience your first primate adventure on this 22 Days East Africa Wildlife and Primate Tracking Safari. Start your day early in the morning with breakfast at the lodge. After breakfast, depart to the park headquarters where you will join other visitors for a briefing session before indulging in the forest to search for the endangered golden monkeys. Golden monkeys are an endangered species found in the Virunga Mountains. After the briefing session, you will embark on a trek through the bamboo forests to search for these unique primates. The trek can last anywhere between one to two hours depending on the location of these primates. You will spot these delightful primates, and witness their playful antics—leaping from tree to tree, munching on bamboo shoots, and interacting with each other. After this heartwarming primate adventure, return to your lodge for a refreshing meal and a short rest.
In the afternoon, visit the Iby’Iwachu Cultural Village for an immersive cultural experience. You’ll be introduced to the culture and traditions of the Rwandan people, especially the Batwa community, known for their deep knowledge of the forest. Enjoy engaging the locals and participating in traditional dances, drumming, and storytelling, among others. Later return to your lodge for dinner and an overnight stay.
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
Accommodation: Da Vinci Gorilla Lodge
Day 14: Transfer to Kisoro, and Relax at Lake Mutanda
Wake up and enjoy breakfast at your lodge. After breakfast, bid farewell to Volcanoes National Park as you embark on your journey to Uganda Drive to Ruhengeri from where you will continue with your drive northwards to the Cyanika border via the Kisoro Cyanika Road. Arrive at the border and complete your immigration formalities before proceeding to Uganda.
The journey to Uganda also doubles as a scenic drive that offers incredible views of terraced hills, valleys, and the dramatic Virunga Volcanoes. From Kisoro, proceed to Lake Mutanda for an evening of relaxation. You will spend the evening taking in the tranquil beauty of Lake Mutanda, preparing for the cultural experience that awaits you the next day.
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
Accommodation: Mutanda Lake Resort
Day 15: Visit the Batwa People for Another Cultural Experience
Following an early morning breakfast at your lodge, embark on a guided hike to visit the Batwa people for an immersive cultural experience. The Batwa are a tribe of hunter-gatherers, indigenous to the Bwindi Impenetrable Forest who were evicted from the forest for conservation purposes. As of today, they live in the area near the forest and a community visit to their villages offers valuable insight into their hunter-gatherer lifestyle, forest survival skills, and traditional practices.
After your adventure here, proceed to Rushaga Sector of Bwindi Impenetrable Forest for an overnight stay. The iconic Bwindi Impenetrable National Park is home to half of the world’s remaining mountain gorilla population and is also recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage site for its exceptional biodiversity. Arrive at your lodge where you will be able to relax and unwind. Dinner and overnight at the lodge.
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
Accommodation: Four Gorillas Lodge
Day 16: Mountain Gorilla Trekking in Bwindi Impenetrable Forest
Today, you will experience the long-awaited gorilla trekking in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park. Start your day early in the morning with a sumptuous breakfast at your lodge. After breakfast, transfer to the park headquarters where you will join the groups of other trekkers for a briefing session. You will be grouped and placed in groups of 8 members, each group will be allocated a gorilla family and ranger guides.
It is time to grab your trekking stick and follow the lead of your ranger guide into the thick Bwindi Forest to search for the elusive mountain gorillas. The trek through the forest is thrilling though challenging with uneven terrain and thick undergrowth. After a long trek in the forest, you will be informed by your guide that you have finally located the gorillas. Brace yourself to a life-changing encounter as you slowly come closer to these gentle giants. Enjoy witnessing these primates go by their day for about one hour before trekking back to the visitors center. After the trek, you will be rewarded with a certificate of participation.
Return to your lodge for a refreshing meal and a short rest. Spend the rest of your afternoon relaxing at your lodge while taking in the breathtaking views of the stunning surroundings of the Bwindi Impenetrable Forest. Dinner and overnight at your lodge in Bwindi.
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
Accommodation: Four Gorilla Lodge
Day 17: Road Transfer to Ishasha Sector in Queen Elizabeth National Park – Evening Game Drive
Wake up and enjoy breakfast at leisure at your lodge. After breakfast, bid farewell to Bwindi an embark on a road trip to Queen Elizabeth National Park where you will enjoy your next adventure on this 22 Days East Africa Wildlife and Primate Tracking Safari. Enjoy the scenic countryside as you drive to Queen Elizabeth National Park, arriving in time for lunch. Arrive at the lodge and proceed to your lodge for a refreshing meal.
After lunch and a short rest, embark on your first game drive in Queen Elizabeth National Park. Queen Elizabeth National Park is home to abundant wildlife species including; African Elephants, Buffalos, Lions, Leopards, Warthogs, Hippos, Crocodiles, Ugandan Kobs, Topis, and Bushbucks among others. During your evening game drive in the Park, visit the Ishasha sector for an opportunity to witness the unique tree-climbing lions, perched on the trees, ready to pounce on their prey. After your adventure here, return to the lodge for dinner and an overnight stay.
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
Accommodation: Enjojo Lodge
Day 18: Game Drive in Ishasha Sector & Afternoon Boat Ride at Kazinga Channel
Today, you will spend your day exploring Queen Elizabeth National Park. Start your day with a sunrise game drive in the Ishasha Sector for opportunities of spotting the elusive tree-climbing lions. At sunrise, there is a lot wildlife activity, and the savannah comes alive with animals like buffalos, elephants, and various antelopes. Enjoy a drive through the acacia-dotted landscape as you spot wildlife and the picturesque beauty of the park. After the morning game drive, return to the lodge for relaxation and a refreshing meal.
After lunch, head to the Kazinga Channel for a thrilling boat ride. The Kazinga channel links Lake Edward and Lake George, boasting largest concentrations of hippos in Africa. It also attracts crocodiles, and other wildlife species that can be spotted along the banks. This thrilling boat ride offers an incredible perspective on the park’s wildlife, with many animals coming to the channel to quench their thirst at the hot hours of the day.
Later enjoy an en-route game drive as you head back to the lodge for dinner and an overnight stay.
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
Accommodation: Enjojo Lodge
Day 19: Game Drive in Queen Elizabeth National Park and transfer to Kibale Forest National Park
Today you will enjoy one more game drive in Queen Elizabeth National Park before you embark on your journey to Kibale National Park where you will enjoy your second primate tracking in Uganda. Start your morning with a sunrise game drive in Queen Elizabeth National Park, exploring different ecosystems ranging from grasslands to marshlands. You will spot elephants, warthogs, topis, and a variety of bird species before returning to your lodge.
Depart your lodge afterward and drive to Kibale Forest National Park, passing through rural villages, tea plantations, and rolling hills. The Kibale Forest is Africa’s premier destinations for primate tracking popularly known as ‘‘the primate capital of the world’’ boasting a high concentration of chimpanzees and 12 other primates species. Arrive in Kibale and proceed to your lodge. Spend the rest of your day taking in the breathtaking views at your lodge. Dinner and overnight at your lodge.
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
Accommodation: Chimpanzee Forest Lodge
Day 20: Chimpanzee Tracking in Kibale Forest – Afternoon visit to Bigodi Swamp Wetland
Today, early in the morning, you will set out for a chimpanzee tracking adventure in Kibale Forest. Wake up and enjoy breakfast at your lodge before embarking on a transfer to the park headquarters. Join the other visitors at the park headquarters for a briefing session. After the briefing, venture into the dense forest following the lead of your ranger guide to search for the elusive primates on this grand East Africa Wildlife & Primates Tracking Safari. The trek is a thrilling experience that takes you through the thick forest, following the call of chimpanzees in the forest.
Once you locate them, you will be allowed to spend a maximum of one hour observing their behavior—watching them feed, groom each other, and swing from branch to branch. After your time with the chimps elapses, return to the starting point. This 22 Days East Africa Wildlife & Primates Tracking Safari experience promises excellent chimpanzee sightings in Kibale Forest National Park in Uganda. Return to the lodge for a refreshing meal and a short rest.
In the afternoon after lunch, drive to Bigodi where you can enjoy a guided walk through the Bigodi Wetland Sanctuary. The Bigodi Wetland Sanctuary is a community run conservation area, rich in biodiversity with numerous primate species such as red colobus monkeys and an impressive array of birdlife, including the iconic Great Blue Turaco. After your adventure here, return to your lodge for dinner and an overnight stay.
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
Accommodation: Chimpanzee Forest Lodge
Day 21: Transfer to Kampala City – Evening Relaxation
Today you will embark on a transfer to Kampala city. After an early breakfast, begin your road transfer to Kampala City, a journey that lasts for about 7 – 8 hours. You will enjoy the scenic views along the way, with opportunities to stop at local markets for souvenirs and snacks as you wind up this 22 Days East Africa Wildlife and Primate Tracking safari. Arrive in Kampala in the late afternoon and proceed to your hotel. Dinner and overnight at your hotel.
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
Accommodation: Serena Hotel
Day 22: Departure
Today you will wake up at leisure at your hotel and enjoy breakfast at your hotel. Depending on the time of your flight, you will directly transfer to the Airport or take a lazily rest in your hotel room. Transfer to Entebbe International Airport for your flight back home.
Meal Plan: Breakfast
End of 22 Days East Africa Wildlife and Primate Tracking Safari