20 Days | Uganda • Tanzania • Zanzibar
Designed for: Solo Traveler (Can also be quoted for couples or small private groups)
This itinerary combines Uganda’s primates, Tanzania’s iconic wildlife, and the tropical paradise of Zanzibar. It is designed at a comfortable pace with private en-suite accommodation, excellent food, and all the major highlights of East Africa.
Day 1: Arrival in Entebbe, Uganda
Upon arrival at Entebbe International Airport, you will be welcomed by your Ngoni Safaris guide and transferred to your hotel. Depending on your arrival time, you may relax at the hotel or enjoy a walk along the shores of Lake Victoria.
Accommodation: Admas Hotel
Meals: Dinner
Day 2: Transfer to Kibale Forest National Park
After breakfast, drive west through beautiful countryside, tea plantations and local villages to Kibale Forest National Park.
Approximate drive: 5–6 hours.
Accommodation: Turaco Treetops
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 3: Chimpanzee Trekking & Bigodi Wetland Sanctuary
Begin the morning with one of Africa’s finest chimpanzee tracking experiences.
Later visit Bigodi Wetland Sanctuary where you’ll see monkeys, birds and learn about local community conservation.
Accommodation: Turaco Treetops
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 4: Queen Elizabeth National Park
Drive south to Queen Elizabeth National Park.
Approximate drive: 2 hours.
Enjoy an afternoon boat safari on the famous Kazinga Channel where hundreds of hippos, crocodiles, elephants and buffalo gather.
Accommodation: Enshama Lodge
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 5: Game Drive & Ishasha Sector and Transfer to Bwindi.
Early morning game drive searching for:
- Lions
- Elephants
- Buffalo
- Hyenas
- Uganda Kob
- Warthogs
Continue through the Ishasha Sector famous for tree-climbing lions before proceeding to Bwindi.
Approximate drive: 3–4 hours.
Accommodation: Dorotia eco Lodge
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 6: Gorilla Trekking Experience
Today is the highlight of Uganda.
Spend One unforgettable hour with the endangered Mountain Gorillas in Bwindi Impenetrable Forest.
Afternoon relaxation at the lodge.
Accommodation: Dorotia eco Lodge
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 7: Flight to Entebbe – Fly to Kilimanjaro
Morning transfer to Kisoro Airstrip.
Scheduled domestic flight to Entebbe (One hour to Entebbe).
Connect with your international flight to Kilimanjaro Airport, Tanzania (One and half hours to Kilimanjaro).
Meet your Tanzanian guide. Drive to Tarangire National Park.
Accommodation: Marera Valley Lodge
Meals: Breakfast
Day 8: Tarangire National Park
Game drive at Tarangire
Known for:
- Huge elephant herds
- Ancient baobab trees
- Lions
- Giraffes
- Zebras
- Wildebeest
Accommodation: Marera Valley Lodge
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 9: Central Serengeti National Park
Drive through Ngorongoro Highlands into Serengeti National Park.
Afternoon game drive.
Look for:
- Lions
- Leopards
- Cheetahs
- Giraffes
- Elephants
- Hyenas
Accommodation: Tanzania Bush Camp Central Serengeti
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 10: Full Day Serengeti Safari
Spend the entire day exploring the endless plains.
Excellent opportunities for wildlife photography.
Accommodation: Tanzania Bush Camp
Day 11: Hot Air Balloon Safari
Early morning Hot Air Balloon flight over Serengeti.
Champagne bush breakfast.
Continue with full-day wildlife viewing.
Accommodation: Tanzania Bush Camp
Day 12: Serengeti to Ngorongoro Conservation Area
Morning wildlife viewing.
Drive to Ngorongoro Highlands (Approximate drive: 3 and half).
Enjoy spectacular crater rim views.
Accommodation: Rhino Lodge
Day 13: Ngorongoro Crater Safari
Descend into the world’s largest intact volcanic caldera.
Excellent chances of seeing:
- Black Rhino
- Lions
- Elephants
- Hippos
- Flamingos
- Hyenas
- Jackals
Afternoon visit to a traditional Maasai village.
Return to Arusha (Approximate drive: 4 hours).
Accommodation: Arusha Planet Lodge
Day 14: Fly to Zanzibar
Morning flight to Zanzibar (Approximate drive: 1 hour).
Visit Changuu island and experience prison island and the giant tortoises.
Accommodation: Tembo Hotel
Day 15: Stone Town Tour & Spice Farm and transfer to Reef & Beach Resort.
Morning guided tour of historic Stone Town.
Visit:
- Old Fort
- House of Wonders
- Local Markets
Afternoon Spice Farm Tour.
Accommodation: Reef & Beach Resort
Day 16: Mnemba Atoll Snorkeling
Full-day snorkeling excursion.
Discover colorful coral reefs and tropical fish.
Optional dolphin sightings.
Accommodation: Reef & Beach Resort
Day 17: Jozani Forest & Beach Relaxation
Visit Jozani Forest to see the endemic Red Colobus Monkeys.
Afternoon free to enjoy the beach.
Accommodation: Reef & Beach Resort
Day 18: Safari Blue Excursion
Enjoy one of Zanzibar’s most famous excursions.
Includes:
- Traditional dhow cruise
- Snorkeling
- Sandbank picnic
- Swimming in crystal-clear waters
Accommodation: Reef & Beach Resort
Day 19: Free Day in Zanzibar
A full day to relax.
Optional activities:
- Scuba diving
- Paddle boarding
- Sunset cruise
- Spa treatment
Accommodation: Reef & Beach Resort
Day 20: Departure
Depending on your flight schedule, transfer to Zanzibar International Airport for your onward journey.
Meals: Breakfast
Price: $10,000.
Included
- Airport transfers
- Private 4×4 Land Cruiser safari in Uganda
- Private 4×4 Land Cruiser safari in Tanzania
- English-speaking professional guides
- Gorilla trekking permit
- Chimpanzee trekking permit
- All National Park entrance fees
- Kazinga Channel boat cruise
- Bigodi Wetland guided walk
- Serengeti Hot Air Balloon Safari
- Ngorongoro Crater conservation fees
- Maasai cultural visit
- Stone Town guided tour
- Spice Farm Tour
- Mnemba Atoll snorkeling excursion
- Safari Blue excursion
- Jozani Forest visit
- Domestic flight (Kihihi–Entebbe)
- Flight from Entebbe to Kilimanjaro (or via Nairobi, depending on availability)
- Flight from Arusha/Kilimanjaro to Zanzibar
- Accommodation in private en-suite rooms
- Meals as specified
- Bottled drinking water throughout the safari
Excluded
- International flights to Entebbe and from Zanzibar
- Travel insurance
- Visa fees
- Personal expenses
- Alcoholic beverages
- Optional activities not listed
- Tips and gratuities
This itinerary offers a well-balanced mix of primate encounters, classic African wildlife safaris, cultural experiences, and beach relaxation while maximizing wildlife viewing and minimizing long travel days. It is ideal for a solo traveler seeking comfort, privacy, and excellent value.
Currency is in US Dollars and the total price is USD 10,000. 30% deposit will be required to confirm this booking and Payment can be using this link https://shop.directpay.online/paymybills/ngonisafaris
FOR BANK TRANSFER YOU CAN USE OUR BANK DETAILS BELOW;
Using our bank details below;
Beneficially Account Name: Ngoni Safaris Uganda Ltd
Account number: 1032201244368
Bank Name: Equity Bank
SWIFT CODE: EQBLUGKA
Address: Room B09, Lico Holdings Building, Kampala
