20 Days Best Of Kenya Bush & Beach Midrange Safari

Day 1: Arrival in Uganda

Your safari begins with your arrival in Entebbe, Uganda. You’ll be met by our hotel driver, who will transfer you to your chosen accommodation for relaxation, dinner, and an overnight stay at Via Guesthouse (budget) or Best Western Garden Hotel (mid-range).

Day 2: Transfer to Kibale National Park – Bigodi Swamp

After a hearty breakfast, you’ll embark on your journey to Kibale National Park, one of Africa’s premier chimpanzee tracking destinations. Along the way, you’ll have the opportunity to explore Fort Portal town, visit the beautiful crater lakes, and take a 2-3 hour nature walk in the Bigodi Swamp. The swamp is teeming with birdlife, butterflies, and rare species like the Great Blue Turaco and Papyrus Gonolek. Enjoy your overnight stay at Chimpanzee Guesthouse (mid-range), Isunga Lodge (budget), or Crater Safari Lodge (luxury).

Day 3: Chimpanzee Habituation Experience

Prepare for an exciting day as you embark on the Chimpanzee Habituation Experience. After an early breakfast, head to the park’s headquarters for a briefing before entering the forest with a park ranger. Spend a full day observing and studying chimpanzee behavior and capturing incredible photos. After the trek, return to your lodge for relaxation and overnight.

Day 4: Transfer to Queen Elizabeth National Park – Boat Cruise & Game Drive

On the fourth day, your journey continues to Queen Elizabeth National Park. After a 3-4 hour drive, you’ll arrive in time for lunch. In the afternoon, embark on a memorable boat cruise along the Kazinga Channel, where you can spot various bird species, elephants, buffalos, hippos, and crocodiles. Later, enjoy an evening game drive in the Kasenyi area, encountering lions, antelopes, buffaloes, elephants, and more. Spend the night at Pumba Safari Cottages (budget), Parkview Safari Lodge (mid-range), or Elephant Plains Lodge (luxury).

Day 5: Transfer to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park

After breakfast, depart for Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, a 5-7 hour drive depending on your gorilla trekking location. Enjoy dinner and an overnight stay at Buhoma Lodge (luxury), Buhoma Haven Lodge (mid-range), or Buhoma Community Rest Camp (budget).

Day 6: Gorilla Trekking

A highlight of your safari awaits as you embark on a gorilla trekking adventure. After an early breakfast, head to the park headquarters for a briefing before entering the forest in search of these magnificent creatures. Spend an hour with the gorillas, capturing incredible memories, before returning to your lodge.

Day 7: Transfer to Kampala/Entebbe

Bid farewell to Bwindi and embark on your journey back to Kampala/Entebbe, with a stop at the Equator and lunch en-route. Arrive at your hotel in Entebbe and relax for the night.

Day 8: Fly to Maasai Mara National Park

Fly from Entebbe to Maasai Mara National Park, where your safari guide will greet you. Transfer to your lodge, such as AA Mara Lodge (mid-range), Mitimingi Eco-lodge (budget), or Matira Bush Camps (luxury), for dinner and overnight.

Day 9: Full Day in Maasai Mara

Enjoy a full day in Maasai Mara with packed lunches, searching for iconic wildlife like wildebeest, zebra, impala, giraffe, lions, cheetahs, and more. Return to your lodge for dinner.

Day 10: Full Day in Maasai Mara

Another full day of game drives in Maasai Mara, with opportunities to witness the incredible wildlife and landscapes. Return to your lodge for dinner and relaxation.

Day 11: Transfer to Nairobi City

Depart Maasai Mara after breakfast and travel to Nairobi. Visit the Masai market for a cultural experience and shopping. Explore the elephant orphanage and giraffe park before checking in at your hotel for dinner and an overnight stay at Central Park Nairobi Hotel (budget), Tamarind Tree Hotel (mid-range), or The Boma.

Day 12: Transfer to Amboseli National Park

Leave Nairobi after breakfast and journey to Amboseli National Park, known for its stunning views of Mount Kilimanjaro and abundant wildlife. Arrive in the late afternoon for a game drive and dinner at Sentrim Amboseli Lodge (mid-range) or Amboseli Eco-camp (budget).

Day 13: Full Day in Amboseli

Spend the day exploring Amboseli, known for its elephants and incredible scenery. Enjoy game drives and return to your lodge for dinner and relaxation.

Day 14: Transfer to Arusha, Tanzania

Cross the border into Tanzania via the Namanga border. Arrive in Arusha, visit Olduvai Gorge, and experience Maasai culture. Check in for dinner and an overnight stay at Runaku Hotel (budget), Tulia Boutique Hotel and Spa (mid-range), or Mount Meru/Maasai Land Safari (luxury).

Day 15: Transfer to Tarangire National Park

Journey to Tarangire National Park, a haven for elephants and diverse wildlife. Enjoy an afternoon game drive and overnight at Ang’ata Camps or Tarangire Roika Lodge.

Day 16: Transfer to Serengeti National Park – Evening Game Drive

Head to Serengeti National Park, famous for its incredible wildlife and the Great Migration. Enjoy an evening game drive and stay overnight at Tukaone Camps, Ang’ata Camp, or Kirurumu Camps.

Day 17: Full Day in Serengeti National Park

Experience a full day in Serengeti, known for its abundant predators and diverse wildlife. Enjoy game drives and return to your lodge for dinner.

Day 18: Transfer to the Ngorongoro Conservation Area

Depart for the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, with a visit to Olduvai Gorge and a cultural experience with the Maasai people. Check in for dinner and an overnight stay at Eileen’s Trees Inn (budget) or Ngorongoro Serena Lodge/Farm of Dream Lodge/Enyati Lodge (mid-range).

Day 19: Full Day at Ngorongoro Crater

Descend into the Ngorongoro Crater, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, for a full day of wildlife viewing. Spot animals like lions, elephants, hippos, and more. Return to your lodge for dinner.

Day 20: Transfer to Arusha – Departure

After breakfast, journey back to Arusha for your departure. Your guide will drop you off at the airport for your onward flight, marking the end of your unforgettable 20-day safari adventure.

This Best of Kenya Bush & Beach Midrange Safari offers a perfect blend of thrilling wildlife encounters, stunning landscapes, cultural experiences, and relaxation by the beach. Book your safari today and create lasting memories in East Africa!”

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