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Uganda · Tanzania · Two Countries, One Journey

14 Days Uganda & Tanzania Ultimate Wildlife Safari

Chimpanzee trekking in Kibale, mountain gorillas in Bwindi, and a Kazinga Channel boat safari in Uganda, then Tarangire, Serengeti and the Ngorongoro Crater in Tanzania, on one 14 days Uganda Tanzania safari.

14 Days / 13 Nights Private Upper Mid-Range Safari Start: Kampala · End: Arusha 5.0 · 50+ Reviews TALA Licensed
Duration14 Days / 13 Nights
Group TypePrivate & Tailor-Made
DifficultyModerate — Trekking & Drives
Best TimeJune – October
Start / EndKampala → Arusha
DestinationsKibale · Queen Elizabeth · Bwindi · Tarangire · Serengeti · Ngorongoro
AccommodationMid-Range Lodges & Tented Camps
SupportAvailable 24/7

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Know Before You Go

14 Days Uganda Tanzania Safari Overview

This 14 days Uganda Tanzania safari combines the primates and forests of East Africa with the classic Tanzania wildlife circuit. Begin in Kampala before heading into Kibale for chimpanzee trekking, Queen Elizabeth National Park for a Kazinga Channel boat safari, and Bwindi Impenetrable National Park for mountain gorilla trekking. An air transfer then connects you to Arusha, Tanzania, for game drives through Tarangire, Central Serengeti and the Ngorongoro Crater.

In addition, the safari is private, mid-range, and can be customized according to your preferences. Request a quote for this 14 days Uganda Tanzania safari and we will adapt it to your dates and group size.

In short, this 14 days safari joins Uganda’s primates with Tanzania’s classic wildlife parks. First, you arrive in Kampala. Then you trek to see chimpanzees in Kibale National Park. Next, you take a boat safari on the Kazinga Channel.

After that, you trek to see mountain gorillas in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park. Then you travel to Arusha, Tanzania. Finally, you visit Tarangire, the Serengeti and the Ngorongoro Crater. Overall, the trip gives you two countries in one plan.

14 Days Uganda Tanzania Safari Highlights

  • Chimpanzee trekking in Kibale National Park
  • Kazinga Channel boat safari in Queen Elizabeth NP
  • Mountain gorilla trekking in Bwindi Impenetrable NP
  • Elephant herds and baobabs in Tarangire National Park
  • Extended wildlife time in Central Serengeti
  • Big Five game drive inside the Ngorongoro Crater
  • Two countries, one seamless private itinerary
  1. Kampala
  2. Kibale National Park
  3. Queen Elizabeth National Park
  4. Bwindi Impenetrable Forest
  5. Arusha
  6. Tarangire National Park
  7. Central Serengeti
  8. Ngorongoro Crater

Locations are approximate and shown for orientation. Your exact route may vary slightly with conditions.

What You'll Experience

14 Days Uganda Tanzania Safari Activities

Chimpanzee Trekking

Tracking wild chimpanzees in Kibale forest

Gorilla Trekking

A once-in-a-lifetime hour with mountain gorillas

Boat Safari

Cruising the wildlife-rich Kazinga Channel

Game Drives

Tarangire, Serengeti and Ngorongoro game drives

14 Days Uganda Tanzania Safari Itinerary

Day by Day Plan

Arrival in Kampala, Uganda – 14-Day Uganda & Tanzania Ultimate Wildlife SafariDay01
Day 1 of 14

Arrival in Kampala, Uganda

Arrive in Kampala, Uganda’s vibrant capital, where your safari team will meet you and transfer you to your hotel. Relax after your journey and enjoy dinner before beginning your East African adventure the following morning.

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Highlight: Arrive in Kampala and meet your safari team ahead of tomorrow's departure.

Accommodation: Luxury Latitude 0° Hotel / Similar Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & DinnerWater & Soft Drinks
Kampala to Kibale National Park – 14-Day Uganda & Tanzania Ultimate Wildlife SafariDay02
Day 2 of 14

Kampala to Kibale National Park

After breakfast, leave Kampala for Kibale National Park, one of Uganda’s most important chimpanzee tracking destinations. Enjoy scenic countryside along the way before settling into your lodge near the forest edge for the evening.

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Highlight: Travel through scenic countryside toward the forest edge of Kibale.

Accommodation: Chimpanzee Capital Safari Lodge Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & DinnerWater & Soft Drinks View Accommodation
Chimpanzee Trekking in Kibale National Park – 14-Day Uganda & Tanzania Ultimate Wildlife SafariDay03
Day 3 of 14

Chimpanzee Trekking in Kibale National Park

Enter the forest today for a chimpanzee trekking experience. Accompanied by experienced trackers, explore Kibale’s lush rainforest in search of chimpanzee communities. You may also meet other primates and rich birdlife along the trail.

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Highlight: Track wild chimpanzees through the rainforest of Kibale National Park.

Accommodation: Chimpanzee Capital Safari Lodge Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & DinnerWater & Soft Drinks View Accommodation
Kibale to Queen Elizabeth National Park – 14-Day Uganda & Tanzania Ultimate Wildlife SafariDay04
Day 4 of 14

Kibale to Queen Elizabeth National Park

After breakfast, leave Kibale and travel toward Queen Elizabeth National Park, one of Uganda’s most famous wildlife destinations. It is known for its diverse habitats and beautiful scenery along the Kazinga Channel.

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Highlight: Travel through Uganda's highlands toward the diverse habitats of Queen Elizabeth.

Accommodation: Twin Lakes Safari Lodge Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & DinnerWater & Soft Drinks View Accommodation
Kazinga Channel Boat Safari – 14-Day Uganda & Tanzania Ultimate Wildlife SafariDay05
Day 5 of 14

Kazinga Channel Boat Safari

Enjoy a memorable boat trip along the Kazinga Channel, one of Uganda’s best wildlife-viewing experiences. Cruise the water while watching hippos, crocodiles, elephants, buffaloes and many bird species along the shoreline.

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Highlight: Cruise the wildlife-rich Kazinga Channel searching for hippos and birdlife.

Accommodation: Budget Kazinga Wilderness Safari Camp Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & DinnerWater & Soft Drinks View Accommodation
Queen Elizabeth to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park – 14-Day Uganda & Tanzania Ultimate Wildlife SafariDay06
Day 6 of 14

Queen Elizabeth to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park

After breakfast, begin the journey toward Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, home to some of the world’s remaining mountain gorillas. Then, travel through Uganda’s beautiful highlands and changing landscapes toward the rainforest. You arrive near the park in time to relax before tomorrow’s trek.

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Highlight: Travel through Uganda's highlands toward the rainforest edge of Bwindi.

Accommodation: Gorilla Bluff Lodge Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & DinnerWater & Soft Drinks View Accommodation
Gorilla Trekking in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park – 14-Day Uganda & Tanzania Ultimate Wildlife SafariDay07
Day 7 of 14

Gorilla Trekking in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park

Today brings the amazing adventure of mountain gorilla trekking in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park. Enter the dense rainforest with experienced trackers in search of a habituated gorilla family. Once found, you spend a memorable hour in their presence.

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Highlight: Track mountain gorillas through the rainforest of Bwindi Impenetrable National Park.

Accommodation: Gorilla Bluff Lodge Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & DinnerWater & Soft Drinks View Accommodation
Bwindi to Arusha, Tanzania – 14-Day Uganda & Tanzania Ultimate Wildlife SafariDay08
Day 8 of 14

Bwindi to Arusha, Tanzania

After breakfast, begin the journey from Uganda to Tanzania. An air transfer connects you to Arusha, the gateway to Tanzania’s northern safari circuit. Transfer to your hotel and relax after the journey between the two countries.

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Highlight: Fly between two countries as you transition from Uganda into Tanzania.

Accommodation: Forest Hill Hotel Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & DinnerWater & Soft Drinks View Accommodation
Arusha to Tarangire National Park – 14-Day Uganda & Tanzania Ultimate Wildlife SafariDay09
Day 9 of 14

Arusha to Tarangire National Park

After breakfast, depart Arusha and travel toward Tarangire National Park. From there, begin the Tanzanian leg of the safari with a game drive through landscapes famous for enormous elephant herds and ancient baobab trees. Throughout the day, search for elephants, lions, giraffes, zebras and more.

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Highlight: Search for elephant herds and ancient baobabs on your first Tarangire game drive.

Accommodation: Eileen’s Trees Inn Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & DinnerWater & Soft Drinks View Accommodation
Tarangire to Central Serengeti National Park – 14-Day Uganda & Tanzania Ultimate Wildlife SafariDay10
Day 10 of 14

Tarangire to Central Serengeti National Park

After breakfast, leave Tarangire and travel toward Central Serengeti. As you approach, the landscape transforms into vast open plains filled with wildlife. Enjoy game viewing along the route while searching for zebras, wildebeest, giraffes and predators.

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Highlight: Watch the scenery open into golden plains as you enter the Serengeti.

Accommodation: Serengeti Wild Camp Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & DinnerWater & Soft Drinks View Accommodation
Full-Day Central Serengeti National Park – 14-Day Uganda & Tanzania Ultimate Wildlife SafariDay11
Day 11 of 14

Full-Day Central Serengeti National Park

Spend a full day exploring Central Serengeti, one of Tanzania’s richest wildlife regions. Enjoy extended game drives across the Seronera area while searching for lions, leopards, cheetahs, elephants, buffaloes, giraffes, zebras and wildebeest.

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Highlight: Search for lions, leopards and cheetahs on a full day in Central Serengeti.

Accommodation: Serengeti Wild Camp Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & DinnerWater & Soft Drinks View Accommodation
Full-Day Central Serengeti National Park – 14-Day Uganda & Tanzania Ultimate Wildlife SafariDay12
Day 12 of 14

Full-Day Central Serengeti National Park

Enjoy another full day in the Serengeti, giving you more time to explore different wildlife-rich areas. Follow animal movements across the plains and search for predators resting or hunting near large herbivore herds before your final Serengeti night.

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Highlight: Spend another full day following predators and wildlife across the Serengeti.

Accommodation: Serengeti Wild Camp Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & DinnerWater & Soft Drinks View Accommodation
Serengeti to Ngorongoro Crater – 14-Day Uganda & Tanzania Ultimate Wildlife SafariDay13
Day 13 of 14

Serengeti to Ngorongoro Crater

After breakfast, enjoy a final morning game drive in the Serengeti before travelling toward the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. As you leave the plains behind, the scenery changes into the dramatic Ngorongoro Highlands. There you settle in for the night ahead of tomorrow’s crater descent.

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Highlight: Enjoy scenic highland views as you travel toward the Ngorongoro Crater.

Accommodation: Fig Tree Lodge Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & DinnerWater & Soft Drinks View Accommodation
Ngorongoro Crater to Arusha – 14-Day Uganda & Tanzania Ultimate Wildlife SafariDay14
Day 14 of 14

Ngorongoro Crater to Arusha

Descend into the Ngorongoro Crater for a final game drive. During the day, search for lions, elephants, buffaloes, hippos, zebras, wildebeest and possibly black rhino. After the crater experience, ascend and continue toward Arusha. This ends your 14-day Uganda and Tanzania adventure.

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Highlight: Descend into the Ngorongoro Crater for a final chance to spot the Big Five and black rhino.

Accommodation: Departure Day — No Accommodation Meal Plan: Breakfast & LunchWater & Soft Drinks

Safari Inclusions

  • Private 4x4 safari Land Cruiser with pop-up roof
  • Professional safari guide throughout
  • Uganda and Tanzania park fees
  • Gorilla trekking permit
  • Airport transfers
  • National park entrance fees
  • Ngorongoro Crater fees
  • Mid-range accommodation as specified
  • Meals according to the itinerary
  • Drinking water during the safari
  • Government taxes

Safari Exclusions

  • International and domestic flights
  • Uganda and Tanzania visa fees
  • Travel insurance
  • Alcoholic and soft drinks
  • Personal expenses
  • Optional activities
  • Tips for your guide and lodge staff
  • Any service not listed under inclusions
Common Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need a separate gorilla trekking permit?
Yes, a gorilla permit is required and is arranged as part of your booking, subject to availability.
Is this trip physically demanding?
Gorilla and chimpanzee trekking involve moderate hiking on forest trails; a reasonable fitness level is recommended.
What is included in the price?
Private vehicle and guide, park and permit fees, accommodation, and meals as specified are included.
Do I need separate visas for Uganda and Tanzania?
Yes, each country requires its own visa, though East Africa tourist visa options may cover multiple countries.
How do we travel between Uganda and Tanzania?
An air transfer connects the two countries partway through the itinerary.
What should I pack for both trekking and safari?
Waterproof hiking boots and rain gear for the forests, plus neutral safari clothing and sun protection for Tanzania.
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This 14 Days Uganda & Tanzania Ultimate Safari can be customized according to your travel dates, group size, interests, accommodation preferences and budget. You can request changes to selected accommodations, extend your Serengeti stay, add extra gorilla trekking permits, or combine this journey with Zanzibar. Learn more with our gorilla and chimpanzee trekking guide, Safari FAQs and safari checklist. See what past travelers say about us on SafariBookings, TripAdvisor and Google reviews, or read our customer reviews page.

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