On Day 1 of your 13 Days Kenya, Tanzania Safari and Uganda Gorilla Trekking, you will arrive at Entebbe International Airport (EBB). A guide will be waiting to provide a private road transfer to your accommodation near the tranquil shores of Lake Victoria. The drive is short, approximately 15-20 minutes, allowing immediate relaxation. This day is primarily for rest and preparation for the demanding travel schedule ahead. Near the lake shore, you may spot local birds like fish eagles or cormorants. If time permits, the botanical gardens are an option to stretch your legs. The key focus here is to settle in and review the logistics for the coming days with your guide, ensuring all permits and plans are ready for the extensive travel that forms your 13 Days Kenya, Tanzania Safari and Uganda Gorilla Trekking.

After an early breakfast, begin the road transfer to Murchison Falls National Park (approx. 5 hours driving duration). The journey includes a fascinating stop at the Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary to track and observe the white rhinos on foot (approx. 1.5 hours stop). This is the only place in Uganda where you can see rhinos in the wild. As you drive north, you may see baboons and vervet monkeys by the roadside. Once inside the park boundaries, a short game drive en route to the lodge is possible. You might spot warthogs, bushbucks, Oribis, and maybe even a stray elephant or buffalo near the river banks. This travel day is a key component of your 13 Days Kenya, Tanzania Safari and Uganda Gorilla Trekking, positioning you for the Murchison Falls experience.

A morning game drive (approx. 3 hours) in the park's northern bank offers prime opportunities to spot Uganda's diverse wildlife. Look out for the rare Rothschild's giraffes, elegant Uganda kobs, robust Jackson's hartebeest, and potentially predators like lions and hyenas. The open savannah allows for clear viewing of prey species. In the afternoon, take a three-hour boat cruise to the base of Murchison Falls. The riverbanks are heavily populated with numerous hippos and large Nile crocodiles. You'll also see abundant birdlife like the majestic Goliath heron and the African fish eagle. The boat trip provides dramatic views of the falls where the Nile River forces its way through a narrow gorge. This day of viewing is part of your 13 Days Kenya, Tanzania Safari and Uganda Gorilla Trekking.

Travel south-west to Kibale National Park (approx. 7-8 hours driving duration). This is a long driving day across the country. The route goes past lush tea plantations and rural villages, offering a look at local life and agriculture. You may see indigenous cattle breeds and various agricultural activities along the way. The primary focus of this day is the road journey to position you for chimpanzee tracking the next day. Arrive at your lodge near Kibale Forest in the late afternoon. The elevation changes provide varied scenery. This positions you well for the next stage of your 13 Days Kenya, Tanzania Safari and Uganda Gorilla Trekking.

After a briefing by Uganda Wildlife Authority rangers, you go chimpanzee tracking in the forest (approx. 3-5 hours total activity duration). Kibale is famous for having the highest density of primates in Africa. You observe chimpanzees in their natural environment, along with other species like grey-cheeked mangabeys, red-tailed monkeys, and black-and-white colobus monkeys. In the afternoon, a walk in the Bigodi Wetland Sanctuary is an excellent activity (approx. 2 hours walk duration). The sanctuary supports numerous bird species like the magnificent great blue turaco and various primates not seen during the morning trek. This tracking day is another crucial element of your 13 Days Kenya, Tanzania Safari and Uganda Gorilla Trekking.

Drive to Queen Elizabeth National Park (approx. 3-4 hours driving duration to the main Mweya sector). The drive might take you through the Ishasha sector in the south, a region famous for its specific population of unique tree-climbing lions. While driving, you might see large buffalo herds, elegant topis, waterbucks, and warthogs. The park has a high concentration of wildlife due to its diverse habitats which include savannah, lakes, and wetlands. Upon arrival, you check into your lodge with views over the Kazinga Channel or the park plains. This leg of the journey continues your 13 Days Kenya, Tanzania Safari and Uganda Gorilla Trekking.

Take a morning game drive in Queen Elizabeth National Park (approx. 2 hours). Focus on spotting elephants, buffalos, and various antelope species. Afterward, transfer to a local airstrip (Kasese or Kihihi) for a domestic flight back to Entebbe (approx. 1 hour flight duration). From Entebbe, take an international flight to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) in Nairobi, Kenya (approx. 1 hour 45 minutes flight duration). Upon arrival in Nairobi, you will be met and transferred to your city hotel. This long travel day with multiple flights is essential for the logistics of your 13 Days Kenya, Tanzania Safari and Uganda Gorilla Trekking, moving you efficiently between countries.

Fly from Nairobi's Wilson Airport (WIL) to a Masai Mara airstrip (approx. 45 minutes flight duration). Upon landing, your guide will meet you and take you on an afternoon game drive in the Masai Mara National Reserve. The plains are home to large populations of lions, cheetahs, leopards, elephants, and vast herds of wildebeest and zebra during the seasonal migration period. The open plains allow for good visibility of animals like giraffes, impalas, and gazelles. This day in Kenya is a core part of your 13 Days Kenya, Tanzania Safari and Uganda Gorilla Trekking, offering a classic safari experience.

A full day of game drives in the Masai Mara National Reserve (approx. 6-8 hours total game drive time). The focus is on finding all members of the "Big Five" (lion, leopard, rhino, elephant, buffalo). You will also observe the large numbers of resident plains game such as the substantial common eland, topi, impala, and warthogs. Visit the Mara River to see pods of hippos and large Nile crocodiles, especially during the migration season when dramatic river crossings occur. The density of wildlife here is very high. This full day of viewing contributes significantly to your 13 Days Kenya, Tanzania Safari and Uganda Gorilla Trekking.

Fly from the Masai Mara to the Serengeti National Park (this requires complex logistics, often involving a flight to Migori, a road transfer across the Isebania border, and another flight from Tarime or Kogatende to the Serengeti, total travel time is significant). Upon arrival at a central Serengeti airstrip (e.g., Seronera), start a game drive en route to your lodge. This is a travel-heavy day. You might immediately see large lion prides, solitary leopards on tree branches, significant herds of wildebeest and zebra, elegant giraffes, and elephants browsing. This cross-border movement is vital for connecting the key locations of your 13 Days Kenya, Tanzania Safari and Uganda Gorilla Trekking.

A full day of game drives in the vast Serengeti National Park (approx. 6-8 hours total game drive time). The endless plains provide incredible opportunities to spot large lion prides, stealthy cheetahs, and the elusive leopard. You'll also encounter numerous elephants, buffalo, and thousands of plains game like topi and gazelles. The focus today is on exploring different sectors of the park to maximize your wildlife sightings and understand the vast scale of this ecosystem. Knowledgeable guides will share insights into animal behavior and tracking techniques. This full day of safari is a key part of your 13 Days Kenya, Tanzania Safari and Uganda Gorilla Trekking.

After an early breakfast, drive to the Ngorongoro Conservation Area (approx. 2-3 hours’ drive). You will descend into the magnificent Ngorongoro Crater, known as "Africa's Eden." The crater floor is home to an incredible density of wildlife. Your game drive (approx. 4-5 hours in the crater) offers the chance to see lions, elephants, buffalo, and the rare black rhino. You can also observe vast numbers of zebras, wildebeest, and hyenas. The concentration of animals here makes sightings almost guaranteed. After the game drive, you will ascend the crater rim to your lodge for dinner and reflection on this unique part of your 13 Days Kenya, Tanzania Safari and Uganda Gorilla Trekking.

On the final day of your 13 Days Kenya, Tanzania Safari and Uganda Gorilla Trekking, enjoy a relaxed breakfast at your Ngorongoro lodge. You will then drive to Arusha (approx. 3-4 hours’ drive) for your onward international flight from Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) or Arusha Airport (ARK), depending on flight logistics. The drive offers final views of rural Tanzania and Mt. Meru. You will be transferred to the airport in time for your departure, concluding this intense and memorable journey across Kenya, Tanzania, and Uganda.