Tracking the 'Big 5' in three different ecosystems, meeting mountain gorillas, tempting fate with adrenaline-inducing activities, viewing wildlife in our 4x4 safari vehicles in Tanzania, discovering Zanzibar's spice plantations and crystal-clear waters.
From the incomparable wildlife of Uganda to the source of the Nile and on to the sunny beaches of Zanzibar, journey overland across East Africa on this thrilling three-week adventure. Track mountain gorillas through remote forest for once-in-a-lifetime experience and pursue the elusive ‘Big 5’ across open Savannah on an unforgettable game drive. Our overland trucks are an adventurous and inexpensive way to see the highlights while wilderness camping will bring you closer to the region’s wildlife. Discover the diversity of wildlife, landscape and people on your journey through these fascinating countries.
What's Included
- Entrances and game drives in Queen Elizabeth, Lake Mburo, Serengeti National Parks, and in Ngorongoro Crater, Guided Mountain Gorilla Trek with permits, Spice Plantation entrance and guided tour, 4 Day Zanzibar excursion.
- 20 Breakfasts, 16 Lunches, 15 Dinners. (Allow USD125-165 for meals and drinks (including bottled water) not included.)
- Participation camping (13 nts), full service camping (2 nts), simple hotel (5 nts).
- Overland vehicle, 4x4 safari vehicles, minibuses, ferry, walking.
- Chief Experience Officer (CEO), cook and driver throughout; certified safari guides/drivers, local guide, certified mountain guide, experienced gorilla trackers.
- Small group experience; Max 22, Avg 21
Add to your Experience
See even more of Africa by continuing on to Victoria Falls - add our Zanzibar to Vic Falls Overland DTZV.
Places Visited
- Kenya
- Tanzania
- Uganda
Days 1-2 Kampala (1B,2L,2D)
Depart early from Kampala on Day 1. Game drives in Queen Elizabeth National Park. Optional Kazinga Channel boat cruise.
Days 3-6 Gorilla Tracking/Lake Bunyonyi (4B,4L,4D)
Enjoy guided mountain gorilla trek. Option to go canoeing, fishing, hiking, boating.
Days 7-9 Lake Mburo National Park/Jinja (3B,3L,3D)
Game drive. Option to go rafting, kayaking down the Nile River, mountain biking, volunteering with a local project.
Days 10-12 Eldoret/Nairobi/Arusha (3B,3L,2D)
Cross over into Kenya, through the Rift Valley for a night in a hotel in Nairobi, and through the lands of the Masai people into Tanzania.
Days 13-15 Serengeti National Park/Ngorongoro Crater/Arusha (3B,3L,3D)
Change over to 4x4 safari vehicles, daily game drives.
Days 16-20 Dar Es Salaam/Zanzibar (5B,1L,1D)
Travel down to the Indian Ocean. Embark on a guided tour of a spice plantation. Option to visit Arab residences, palaces, museums, historic sites, go snorkelling and scuba diving, and relax on the beach.
Day 21 Zanzibar (B)
Depart any time.
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