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Tour Overview
Pairs a Northern Circuit safari with gorilla trekking in Uganda's Bwindi Impenetrable Forest — a slightly longer routing than the Rwanda combination, reflecting Uganda's additional internal transfer time.
Luxury Highlights
- A focused Northern Circuit introduction: Ngorongoro and Serengeti
- Gorilla trekking in Bwindi Impenetrable Forest
- Optional chimpanzee tracking in Kibale Forest en route
- Boutique lodges throughout
Day-by-Day Itinerary
Ngorongoro Conservation Area
Arrive at Kilimanjaro and transfer to the Ngorongoro highlands, with a full-day crater floor descent.
Serengeti National Park
Fly into the Serengeti for two full days of game drives.
Fly to Entebbe, Uganda
Connect via Entebbe and transfer or fly on toward Bwindi.
Bwindi Impenetrable Forest
Guided mountain gorilla trekking with a habituated family group.
Optional: Kibale Forest
An optional detour for chimpanzee tracking before returning toward Entebbe.
Depart
Transfer to Entebbe International Airport for your onward flight home.
Accommodation on This Safari
Accommodation is selected from our recommended lodge directory for each region visited, matched to your preferences on privacy, style, and budget tier during planning — see the relevant region and lodge pages for specific property options.
Meals Included
All meals are included throughout the safari portions of this itinerary; specific inclusions for any city or beach nights should be confirmed at booking, as these can vary by property.
Flights & Transfers
This itinerary crosses Tanzania, Uganda, combining light-aircraft safari transfers with international connecting flights between countries; all internal flights are arranged as part of your itinerary.
Wildlife Expectations
As with Rwanda, gorilla trekking success rates are generally high with habituated groups, though nothing can be guaranteed. As with all our itineraries, we do not guarantee specific sightings.
Best Season for This Itinerary
Tanzania portion strongest in the dry season (June–October); Uganda gorilla trekking is workable year-round, with June–August and December–February generally preferred.
Optional Experiences & Add-Ons
Hot air balloon safaris, private guided walks, cultural visits, and helicopter transfers can be added to most legs of this itinerary on request. Internal link: Experiences
Packing Guide
Neutral-toned clothing, layers for early-morning game drives, comfortable closed shoes, and a wide-brimmed hat are recommended across all legs of this itinerary. Internal link: The Tanzania Safari Packing Guide
What's Included / What's Excluded
Included: accommodation, meals as specified, park and conservation fees, private guiding, and internal transfers listed above. Excluded: international flights, visas, travel insurance, gratuities, and optional add-on experiences unless otherwise agreed.
Why Choose This Safari
Pairs a Northern Circuit safari with gorilla trekking in Uganda's Bwindi Impenetrable Forest — a slightly longer routing than the Rwanda combination, reflecting Uganda's additional internal transfer time.
Upgrade Options
Add the Kibale Forest chimpanzee day as a standard inclusion rather than an optional extension for primate-focused travellers.