Meeting mountain gorillas, tracking the 'Big 5' in three diverse ecosytems, viewing wildlife from 4x4 safari vehicles, exploring the mystical Stone Town, tasting local spice in Zanzibar.
Departures
All departures on this trip are guaranteed to operate as scheduled once you have booked.
Beginning in Nairobi, with its convenient international airport, this 24-day African adventure offers up the prizes of Uganda before heading east towards the beaches of Zanzibar. Enjoy game drives across the Serengeti and trek through remote forests for an incredible encounter with mountain gorillas in their own habitat. Travel aboard our overland truck is well paced and wilderness camping along the way will bring you closer to the region’s wildlife. Our certified CEO will lead the way and share with you the hidden gems will have your camera’s shutter working overtime. This trip will truly leave an impression on you for the rest of your life!
What's Included
- Entrances and game drives in Lake Nakuru, 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.
- 23 breakfasts, 19 lunches, 18 dinners. (Allow USD125-165 for meals and drinks (including bottled water) not included.)
- Participation camping (18 nts), simple hotels (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.
Places Visited
- Kenya
- Tanzania
- Uganda
About Overland Tours in Africa
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Day 1 Nairobi (1L,1D)
Early start from Nairobi. Enjoy a game drive in Lake Nakuru National Park.
Day 2-3 Eldoret/Kampala (2B,2L,2D)
View varied landscapes, camp in Kampala.
Day 4-5 Queen Elizabeth National Park (2B,2L,2D)
Game drives. Optional Kazinga Channel boat cruise.
Day 6-9 Gorilla Tracking/Lake Bunyonyi (4B,4L,4D)
Enjoy guided mountain gorilla trek. Option to go canoeing, fishing, hiking, boating.
Day 10-12 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.
Day 13-15 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.
Day 16-18 Serengeti National Park/Ngorongoro Crater/Arusha (3B,3L,3D)
Change over to 4x4 safari vehicles, daily game drives.
Days 19-23 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, places, museums, historic sites, go snorkelling and scuba diving, and relax on the beach.
Day 24 Zanzibar (1B)
Depart Stone Town at any time.
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