East Africa Wildlife Circuit – From Savannah to Gorillas

Embark on 15 days self drive safari in East Africa for wildlife Circuit road trip circuit through Masai Mara National Reserve, Lake Nakuru national Park, Serengeti National Park, Ngorongoro Conservation Area, Bwindi Impenetrable National Park & Kibale Forest National Park.

Duration: 15 Days

Countries: Kenya, Tanzania, and Uganda

Detailed Itinerary For 15 Days East Africa Wildlife Circuit

Day 1–4: Kenya – The Masai Mara and Lake Nakuru

Begin your East African adventure in Nairobi, picking up your reliable 4×4 rental, equipped with rooftop tents and camping gear. Drive to the Masai Mara, famous for its breathtaking landscapes and the Great Migration (seasonal). Spend three days game driving through the Mara, spotting lions, elephants, cheetahs, and perhaps witnessing a river crossing at the Mara River.
Accommodation options:

  • Budget: Public campsites in the Mara Conservancies.
  • Midrange: Mara River Lodge.
  • Luxury: Angama Mara.

On Day 4, drive to Lake Nakuru National Park, home to the iconic flamingos and endangered rhinos. This soda lake offers stunning photography opportunities and a chance to unwind before heading to Tanzania.

Day 5–9: Tanzania – Serengeti and Ngorongoro

Cross the Namanga border into Tanzania, assisted by our cross-border permits. Spend Days 5–7 in the Serengeti National Park, exploring vast plains teeming with wildlife. Witness the “endless plains” in all their glory, especially during the migration seasons.
Accommodation options:

  • Budget: Public campsites.
  • Midrange: Serengeti Heritage Camp.
  • Luxury: Four Seasons Safari Lodge Serengeti.

From the Serengeti, drive to the Ngorongoro Conservation Area for a two-night stay. Descend into the Ngorongoro Crater, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and marvel at the dense concentration of animals in this ancient volcanic caldera.

Day 10–15: Uganda – Gorilla Trekking and Kibale Forest

Drive through Northern Tanzania and enter Uganda via the Mutukula border. Travel through scenic landscapes to Bwindi Impenetrable Forest, home to the endangered mountain gorillas. Spend two days here, trekking through lush forests to encounter a gorilla family. The intimate experience will undoubtedly be the highlight of your trip.
Accommodation options:

  • Budget: Buhoma Community Rest Camp.
  • Midrange: Silverback Lodge.
  • Luxury: Gorilla Forest Camp.

End your journey with a drive to Kibale National Park, where you’ll spend the final two days tracking chimpanzees and enjoying birdwatching in the Bigodi Wetlands before returning your vehicle in Kampala or Nairobi.