17-Days Kenya Tanzania Uganda Rwanda Safari Adventure
Masai Mara, Serengeti, Ngorongoro Crater, Chimpanzees, Mountain Gorillas & Golden Monkeys
17-Days Kenya Tanzania Uganda Rwanda Safari Adventure from Nairobi is the ultimate East African wildlife expedition combining the very best of Kenya, Tanzania, Uganda, and Rwanda in one unforgettable journey.
Designed by African Fly-In Safaris, this carefully crafted safari takes you from the iconic savannahs of Kenya and Tanzania to the ancient rainforests of Uganda and Rwanda, offering the rare opportunity to experience Africa’s legendary Big Five, the Great Migration landscapes, chimpanzee tracking, mountain gorilla trekking, golden monkey encounters, and authentic cultural experiences.
Your adventure begins in Nairobi and continues through the elephant-rich plains of Amboseli National Park, where magnificent elephants roam beneath the snow-capped peaks of Mount Kilimanjaro.
Continue to Lake Nakuru, famous for its flamingos and rhino population, before exploring the world-famous Maasai Mara National Reserve, home to incredible predator sightings and the Great Migration ecosystem.
Cross into Tanzania to discover the endless plains of Serengeti National Park, the wildlife capital of Africa, followed by the breathtaking Ngorongoro Crater, where thousands of animals thrive inside an ancient volcanic caldera.
Fly into Uganda for a primate adventure through Kibale National Park, known as the Primate Capital of the World, before exploring Queen Elizabeth National Park, famous for tree-climbing lions, elephants, hippos, and the scenic Kazinga Channel.
The journey reaches its peak with an unforgettable mountain gorilla trekking experience in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park before crossing into Rwanda’s volcanic highlands for golden monkey trekking in Volcanoes National Park.
This is more than a safari — it is a once-in-a-lifetime East African discovery combining wildlife, landscapes, culture, conservation, and adventure.
Safari Highlights
✓ Big Five safari experiences
✓ Elephant encounters in Amboseli with Mount Kilimanjaro views
✓ Lake Nakuru rhino and flamingo experience
✓ Maasai cultural village visit
✓ Masai Mara game drives and optional hot air balloon safari
✓ Serengeti wildlife exploration
✓ Ngorongoro Crater safari
✓ Chimpanzee trekking in Kibale Forest
✓ Queen Elizabeth National Park boat cruise
✓ Ishasha tree-climbing lions
✓ Mountain gorilla trekking in Bwindi Forest
✓ Batwa cultural experience
✓ Golden monkey trekking in Rwanda
✓ Dian Fossey conservation visit
✓ Kigali city tour and Genocide Memorial visit
Accommodation Options
Option 1: Mid-Range Accommodation
| Destination | Accommodation |
| Nairobi | Hotel Boulevard |
| Amboseli National Park | Sentrim Amboseli Lodge |
| Lake Nakuru | Ziwa Bush Lodge |
| Masai Mara | Jambo Mara Safari Lodge |
| Serengeti | Serengeti Simba Lodge |
| Ndutu Area | Lake Ndutu Luxury Lodge |
| Ngorongoro | Ngorongoro Farm House |
| Entebbe | Papyrus Guest House |
| Kibale Forest | Chimpanzee Forest Lodge |
| Queen Elizabeth National Park | Twin Lakes Safari Lodge |
| Bwindi Forest | Gorilla Mist Camp |
| Volcanoes National Park Rwanda | Da Vinci Gorilla Lodge |
Detailed 17 Days Kenya Tanzania Uganda Rwanda Safari Itinerary
Day 1: Arrival in Nairobi, Kenya
Welcome to Kenya!
Upon arrival at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, you will be welcomed by your African Fly-In Safaris representative and transferred to your Nairobi hotel.
Your guide will provide a safari briefing while you relax after your international flight.
Destination:
Nairobi City
Accommodation:
Mid-Range: Hotel Boulevard
Meals:
- Dinner included
- Drinking water
Day 2: Nairobi to Amboseli National Park – Evening Game Drive
After breakfast, depart Nairobi and drive south toward Amboseli National Park.
The scenic journey takes approximately 4 hours, passing through Kenya’s countryside before arriving at the park famous for its huge elephant herds and spectacular views of Mount Kilimanjaro.
Enjoy your first African game drive searching for:
- African elephants
- Lions
- Buffaloes
- Giraffes
- Zebras
- Antelopes
- Bird species
Destination:
Amboseli National Park
Accommodation:
Mid-Range: Sentrim Amboseli Lodge
Meals:
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Drinking water
Day 3: Full Day Amboseli Safari Experience
Today offers a complete Amboseli adventure.
Begin with a sunrise game drive when wildlife is most active. Capture unforgettable photographs of elephants walking across the plains with Mount Kilimanjaro forming a dramatic backdrop.
Activities include:
- Morning game drive
- Maasai cultural village visit
- Photography opportunities
- Evening game drive
Accommodation:
Sentrim Amboseli Lodge
Meals:
Breakfast, lunch, dinner, drinking water
Day 4: Amboseli National Park to Lake Nakuru National Park – Scenic Drive & Evening Game Drive
After breakfast, depart Amboseli and travel north through Kenya’s beautiful landscapes toward the Great Rift Valley region.
The journey takes approximately 7 hours, offering views of rural Kenya, local communities, and dramatic landscapes before arriving at Lake Nakuru National Park.
Lake Nakuru is one of Kenya’s most scenic wildlife destinations, famous for its alkaline lake, large bird populations, endangered rhinos, and beautiful surroundings.
In the afternoon, enjoy an exciting game drive searching for:
- White and black rhinos
- Rothschild’s giraffes
- Buffaloes
- Lions
- Leopards
- Waterbucks
- Flamingos and other bird species
Destination:
Lake Nakuru National Park
Accommodation:
Mid-Range: Ziwa Bush Lodge
Meals:
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Drinking water
Day 5: Lake Nakuru Safari & Transfer to Masai Mara National Reserve
Start the day with an early morning game drive in Lake Nakuru National Park.
The morning hours provide excellent opportunities for wildlife photography as animals are active in the cool weather.
After breakfast, continue your journey toward Kenya’s most famous safari destination — the legendary Masai Mara National Reserve.
The Masai Mara is home to abundant wildlife and forms part of the Greater Serengeti ecosystem.
Arrive in time for an evening game drive where you may encounter:
- Lions hunting on the plains
- Elephants moving through the savannah
- Cheetahs searching for prey
- Wildebeest herds
- Zebras and gazelles
Destination:
Masai Mara National Reserve
Accommodation:
Mid-Range: Jambo Mara Safari Lodge
Meals:
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Drinking water
Day 6: Full-Day Masai Mara Safari Adventure
Today is dedicated to exploring the world-famous Masai Mara.
Enjoy morning and afternoon game drives across endless golden grasslands where wildlife encounters happen around every corner.
The Mara offers some of Africa’s highest concentrations of wildlife, making it one of the best safari destinations in the world.
Optional activities:
Optional Hot Air Balloon Safari
Experience the breathtaking beauty of the Mara from above as the sun rises over the African plains.
Maasai Cultural Experience
Visit a traditional Maasai village and learn about:
- Traditional dances
- Warrior culture
- Ancient customs
- Pastoral lifestyle
Wildlife Highlights:
- Lions
- Leopards
- Cheetahs
- Elephants
- Buffaloes
- Hippos
- Giraffes
- Wildebeest
- Zebras
Destination:
Masai Mara National Reserve
Accommodation:
Jambo Mara Safari Lodge
Meals:
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Drinking water
Day 7: Masai Mara to Northern Serengeti Tanzania – Border Crossing Adventure
Enjoy an early morning game drive in Masai Mara before crossing into Tanzania through the Isebania border.
Continue into the northern Serengeti, one of Africa’s greatest wildlife landscapes.
The Serengeti is famous for:
- The Great Migration
- Huge predator populations
- Endless plains
- Big Five sightings
Arrive for an afternoon game drive exploring the northern Serengeti ecosystem.
Possible sightings:
- Lions resting under acacia trees
- Elephants crossing the plains
- Leopards in trees
- Wildebeest herds
- Hippos and crocodiles
Destination:
Northern Serengeti National Park
Accommodation:
Mid-Range: Serengeti Simba Lodge
Meals:
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Drinking water
Day 8: Full-Day Serengeti National Park Safari
Wake up inside the legendary Serengeti ecosystem.
Today is dedicated to exploring this UNESCO World Heritage wilderness through morning and afternoon game drives.
The Serengeti is home to one of the greatest wildlife spectacles on earth — the Great Migration.
Depending on the season, you may witness:
- Millions of wildebeest moving across the plains
- Predator action involving lions and cheetahs
- Large elephant herds
- Thousands of grazing animals
Your guide will take you through different habitats searching for Africa’s iconic wildlife.
Destination:
Serengeti National Park
Accommodation:
Serengeti Simba Lodge
Meals:
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Drinking water
Day 9: Serengeti to Ndutu Area – Ngorongoro Highlands Adventure
After breakfast, enjoy a scenic drive through the southern Serengeti toward the Ndutu ecosystem.
Ndutu is famous for:
- Calving season during the Great Migration
- Large predator concentrations
- Beautiful open landscapes
Enjoy game viewing en route before arriving at your lodge.
Destination:
Ndutu Area
Accommodation:
Mid-Range: Lake Ndutu Luxury Lodge
Meals:
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Drinking water
Day 10: Ngorongoro Crater Safari & Transfer to Karatu
After breakfast, descend into the spectacular Ngorongoro Crater for a full crater safari.
The crater is one of Africa’s greatest natural wonders and shelters thousands of animals inside its volcanic walls.
Wildlife includes:
- Black rhinos
- Lions
- Elephants
- Hippos
- Buffaloes
- Zebras
- Wildebeest
Enjoy a picnic lunch inside the crater before ascending and continuing to Karatu.
Destination:
Ngorongoro Highlands
Accommodation:
Mid-Range: Ngorongoro Farm House
Meals:
- Breakfast
- Picnic lunch
- Dinner
- Drinking water
Day 11: Karatu to Arusha & Flight to Entebbe Uganda
After breakfast, drive to Arusha, Tanzania’s safari capital.
Transfer to the airport for your scheduled flight to Entebbe, Uganda.
Upon arrival in Uganda, you will be welcomed and transferred to your hotel.
Destination:
Entebbe Uganda
Accommodation:
Papyrus Guest House
Meals:
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Drinking water
Day 12: Entebbe to Kibale Forest National Park – Bigodi Wetland Walk
After breakfast, begin your journey west through Uganda’s beautiful countryside.
Travel through tea plantations, crater lakes, and rolling green landscapes toward Kibale Forest.
In the afternoon enjoy the Bigodi Wetland Walk, one of Uganda’s best community-based nature experiences.
Look out for:
- Monkeys
- Birds
- Butterflies
- Forest wildlife
Destination:
Kibale Forest National Park
Accommodation:
Chimpanzee Forest Lodge
Meals:
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Drinking water
Day 13: Chimpanzee Tracking & Transfer to Queen Elizabeth National Park
Today you enter the ancient rainforest of Kibale for an unforgettable chimpanzee trekking experience.
Kibale Forest contains one of Africa’s highest concentrations of primates.
During trekking you may see:
- Chimpanzees
- Red-tailed monkeys
- Black-and-white colobus monkeys
- Forest birds
After trekking, transfer to Queen Elizabeth National Park for an evening game drive.
Destination:
Queen Elizabeth National Park
Accommodation:
Twin Lakes Safari Lodge
Meals:
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Drinking water
Day 14: Queen Elizabeth National Park Safari – Ishasha Tree-Climbing Lions & Transfer to Bwindi Impenetrable Forest
After breakfast, begin your adventure with a morning game drive through the famous Ishasha Sector of Queen Elizabeth National Park.
Ishasha is one of Uganda’s most unique wildlife destinations and is world-famous for its rare population of tree-climbing lions. These lions are often seen resting high in ancient fig trees while overlooking the vast savannah below.
During the game drive, search for:
- Tree-climbing lions
- Elephants
- Buffaloes
- Uganda kobs
- Topi antelopes
- Warthogs
- Birds of prey
Continue through Uganda’s scenic southwestern highlands toward Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and home to almost half of the world’s remaining mountain gorillas.
The journey offers breathtaking views of:
- Rolling green hills
- Local villages
- Tea plantations
- Mist-covered forests
Arrive at Bwindi and relax at your lodge in preparation for the unforgettable gorilla trekking experience ahead.
Destination:
Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
Accommodation:
Mid-Range: Gorilla Mist Camp
Meals:
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Drinking water
Day 15: Mountain Gorilla Trekking in Bwindi Forest & Batwa Cultural Experience
The Ultimate Gorilla Trekking Experience in Uganda
Today is the highlight of your East African adventure — an extraordinary mountain gorilla trekking experience in Bwindi Impenetrable Forest.
After breakfast, report to the park headquarters for a briefing from Uganda Wildlife Authority guides. Your experienced ranger will lead you deep into the ancient rainforest searching for one of the habituated gorilla families.
The trek can take several hours depending on the location of the gorillas and involves hiking through:
- Dense tropical forest
- Bamboo zones
- Steep forest trails
- Mist-covered mountain slopes
When you finally encounter the gorillas, you will spend a magical hour observing these gentle giants as they:
- Feed peacefully
- Play with their young ones
- Communicate with each other
- Move through the forest
This unforgettable encounter creates memories that last a lifetime.
Afternoon Batwa Cultural Experience
After your gorilla trek, visit the Batwa community, the indigenous forest people of the region.
Learn about:
- Traditional forest survival skills
- Ancient hunting techniques
- Traditional songs and dances
- The history and culture of the Batwa people
Destination:
Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
Accommodation:
Mid-Range: Gorilla Mist Camp
Meals:
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Drinking water
Day 16: Cross into Rwanda – Volcanoes National Park Golden Monkey Trekking & Cultural Experiences
After breakfast, depart Uganda and cross into Rwanda through the scenic Cyanika border.
The journey takes you through the beautiful “Land of a Thousand Hills” with spectacular views of Rwanda’s countryside.
Arrive at Volcanoes National Park, home to:
- Mountain gorillas
- Golden monkeys
- The Virunga volcanic mountains
Golden Monkey Trekking Experience
Today you enjoy a golden monkey trekking adventure in the bamboo forests of Volcanoes National Park.
Golden monkeys are rare and endangered primates found only in the Virunga region.
During your trek, expect to see these playful creatures:
- Jumping between bamboo branches
- Feeding in family groups
- Moving through the forest canopy
Dian Fossey Conservation Visit
Visit the Dian Fossey Gorilla Fund information center and learn about the legendary conservation work of Dian Fossey, whose dedication helped protect Rwanda’s mountain gorillas.
Iby’Iwacu Cultural Village Visit
End the day with a cultural experience at Iby’Iwacu Cultural Village.
Experience:
- Traditional Rwandan dances
- Local music
- Cultural storytelling
- Traditional crafts
- Community experiences
Destination:
Volcanoes National Park, Rwanda
Accommodation:
Mid-Range: Da Vinci Gorilla Lodge
Meals:
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Drinking water
Day 17: Kigali City Tour, Kigali Genocide Memorial & Departure
Your incredible 17 Days Kenya Tanzania Uganda Rwanda Safari Adventure comes to an emotional conclusion today.
After breakfast, drive to Kigali, Rwanda’s clean and vibrant capital city.
Enjoy a Kigali city tour visiting some of the city’s important attractions.
Kigali Genocide Memorial Visit
Visit the Kigali Genocide Memorial, a place of remembrance and education honoring victims of the 1994 genocide against the Tutsi.
The memorial provides insight into:
- Rwanda’s history
- The journey toward reconciliation
- The resilience of the Rwandan people
Continue exploring Kigali’s highlights before your transfer to Kigali International Airport for your departure flight.
Your African Fly-In Safaris team will assist you with your airport transfer as you leave East Africa with unforgettable memories.
Destination:
Kigali, Rwanda
Accommodation:
No accommodation
Meals:
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Drinking water
17 Days Kenya Tanzania Uganda Rwanda Safari Inclusions
Safari Package Includes:
✓ Airport transfers
✓ Professional English-speaking safari guide/driver
✓ 4×4 safari vehicle with pop-up roof
✓ All accommodation as per itinerary
✓ Daily meals as indicated
✓ Drinking water during safari
✓ All national park entrance fees
✓ Kenya, Tanzania, Uganda and Rwanda park permits
✓ Masai Mara game drives
✓ Serengeti game drives
✓ Ngorongoro Crater safari
✓ Boat cruise on Kazinga Channel
✓ Chimpanzee trekking permit
✓ Mountain gorilla trekking permit
✓ Golden monkey trekking permit
✓ Cultural experiences
✓ Border transfers between countries
✓ Domestic flight arrangements
✓ Nature walks and guided experiences
Safari Exclusions
✗ International flights
✗ Visa fees
✗ Travel insurance
✗ Tips for guides, drivers and lodge staff
✗ Personal expenses
✗ Laundry services
✗ Alcoholic and soft drinks
✗ Porter fees during gorilla and chimpanzee trekking
✗ Optional activities such as hot air balloon safari
✗ Any items not mentioned under inclusions
Why Choose African Fly-In Safaris?
With African Fly-In Safaris, this 17-day East Africa safari combines carefully selected wildlife destinations, experienced local guides, comfortable accommodation, and expertly planned cross-border logistics.
From the elephants of Amboseli and the lions of the Serengeti to chimpanzees in Uganda and mountain gorillas in Rwanda, this journey delivers the ultimate East African safari experience — four countries, unforgettable wildlife, and memories for a lifetime.
Book your 17 Days Kenya Tanzania Uganda Rwanda Safari Adventure with African Fly-In Safaris and experience Africa beyond imagination.