This version inserts a stop in Amboseli National Park, famous for its large elephant herds photographed against the backdrop of Mount Kilimanjaro, into the Kenya leg of our 14-day primate and Big Five route, before continuing to the Maasai Mara, Serengeti and Ngorongoro Crater.
Detailed Itinerary
Arrive Entebbe, Transfer to Kibale Forest
Arrival at Entebbe, then a drive west to Kibale Forest National Park.
Chimpanzee Trekking, Kibale Forest
A morning trek following one of Kibale’s habituated chimpanzee communities.
As above
Transfer to Bwindi via Ishasha
A drive south to Bwindi via Queen Elizabeth National Park’s Ishasha sector, known for tree-climbing lions.
Gorilla Trekking, Bwindi
A full day tracking a habituated mountain gorilla family through Bwindi’s forest.
As above
Cross Border to Kinigi, Rwanda
A border crossing at Cyanika into Rwanda, continuing to Kinigi.
Gorilla Trekking, Volcanoes National Park
A second gorilla trek on the Rwandan side of the Virungas.
As above
Transfer to Nyungwe Forest
A drive south through Rwanda’s terraced hills to Nyungwe Forest.
Chimpanzee Trekking and Canopy Walk, Nyungwe
A morning chimpanzee trek followed by Nyungwe’s suspended canopy walkway.
As above
Fly Kigali to Nairobi to Amboseli
A transfer to Kigali, flying via Nairobi to Amboseli, arriving for an afternoon game drive beneath Kilimanjaro.
Fly to Maasai Mara
A morning game drive among Amboseli’s elephant herds, then a flight to the Maasai Mara for an afternoon game drive.
Full Day Maasai Mara Game Drives
A full day across the Mara’s plains for lion, leopard and, in season, migrating wildebeest herds.
As above
Fly to Serengeti National Park
A cross-border flight from the Mara to the Serengeti’s northern airstrips.
Full Day Serengeti Game Drives
A full day across the Serengeti’s endless plains.
As above
Transfer to Ngorongoro Crater
A drive to the crater rim, with a full descent onto the crater floor.
Departure
A transfer to Arusha and Kilimanjaro International Airport for your onward international flight.
Permits & Costs
| Uganda gorilla permit | $800 per person |
| Rwanda gorilla permit | $1,500 per person |
| Amboseli park entry | ~$60 per person per day |
| Serengeti park entry | ~$82 per person per day |
| Ngorongoro Conservation Area fee | ~$70 per person per day, plus crater descent |
Who This Itinerary Suits
Travellers who won’t leave East Africa without their Kilimanjaro-and-elephants photograph, added to the full primate and Big Five circuit.
Tour Includes
- All ground transport in 4×4 safari vehicles
- Regional flight segments
- Professional English-speaking driver-guides in each country
- All accommodation per itinerary
- Meals as specified
- All permits, park entry & crater descent fees
Tour Excludes
- International flights
- Visas
- Tips & gratuities
- Travel insurance
Frequently Asked Questions
What’s the best time of day for Kilimanjaro views from Amboseli?
Early morning, before cloud typically builds around the peak later in the day — your driver-guide will plan the game drive accordingly.
Can Amboseli be swapped for Tsavo or Samburu instead?
Yes, this stop is flexible; tell us your preference and we’ll adjust flights and lodges accordingly.
Ready to Plan This Trip?
Tell us your dates and we’ll confirm flights and lodges within one business day. Get in touch to start planning.