Uganda and Tanzania Wildlife Circuit

An Epic East African Journey with Otter African Safaris

Overview: Two Countries. One Legendary Safari.

Imagine waking up to the echo of chimpanzees in a misty Ugandan forest, standing eye-to-eye with mountain gorillas, then days later watching the endless plains of the Serengeti come alive with lions, elephants, and the Great Migration.

This 15-Day Uganda & Tanzania Wildlife Circuit Safari is a carefully crafted storytelling journey that connects primate encounters, classic savannah safaris, dramatic landscapes, and rich cultural moments designed and operated by Otter African Safaris, your trusted East African safari specialists.

This is not just a holiday. It’s a once-in-a-lifetime wildlife odyssey.

Day-by-Day Storytelling Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival in Entebbe – Welcome to the Pearl of Africa

Your journey begins in Entebbe, Uganda, on the shores of Lake Victoria. Upon arrival, you’re warmly welcomed by an Otter African Safaris guide and transferred to your boutique hotel. As the sun sets over Africa’s largest lake, your safari dream officially begins.

Overnight: Entebbe.
Highlights: Lake Victoria, relaxed arrival.

Day 2: Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary – Tracking Giants on Foot

Travel north toward Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary, the only place in Uganda where you can track wild rhinos on foot. Walking quietly through the bush, your ranger signals that they are. Massive. Calm. Ancient.

Later, continue to Murchison Falls National Park.

Overnight: Murchison Falls area.
Highlights: Rhino tracking, conservation experience.

Day 3: Murchison Falls – Nile Cruises & Big Game

Morning game drive across rolling savannahs, where giraffes, lions, buffalo, and elephants roam freely. In the afternoon, enjoy a boat safari on the Nile, drifting past hippos and crocodiles toward the thunderous Murchison Falls, where the world’s longest river explodes through a narrow gorge.

Overnight: Murchison Falls.
Highlights: Boat safari, waterfalls, big game.

Day 4: Kibale Forest – The Call of the Wild

Journey south through changing landscapes to Kibale Forest National Park, home to the highest density of primates in Africa. The forest hums with life as dusk settles in.

Overnight: Kibale area.
Highlights: Scenic drive, rainforest ecosystems.

Day 5: Chimpanzee Trekking – Face to Face with Our Closest Relatives

Today is unforgettable. Track wild chimpanzees through dense forest, watch them groom, play, and communicate in ways that feel eerily familiar. It’s emotional, raw, and deeply human.

Overnight: Kibale area.
Highlights: Chimpanzee trekking in Uganda.

Day 6: Queen Elizabeth National Park – Savannah Meets Water

Drive to Queen Elizabeth National Park, famous for its biodiversity.
An afternoon Kazinga Channel boat cruise reveals elephants bathing, buffalo herds, and countless bird species.

Overnight: Queen Elizabeth NP.
Highlights: Boat cruise, birdlife, elephants.

Day 7: Tree-Climbing Lions & Ishasha Sector

Explore the remote Ishasha sector, searching for its iconic tree-climbing lions lounging in fig trees. This is Uganda at its wildest.

Overnight: Ishasha / Bwindi region.
Highlights: Rare wildlife behaviour.

Day 8: Bwindi Impenetrable Forest – Gorilla Trekking

This is the heart of the journey. Trek through thick jungle in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, guided by expert trackers. Then it happens to mountain gorillas.
One hour. Silent awe. A moment that stays with you forever.

Overnight: Bwindi.
Highlights: Gorilla trekking in Uganda.

Day 9: Fly to Tanzania – From Forests to Plains

After breakfast, transfer and connect onward to Arusha, Tanzania.
The landscape changes volcanoes, wide skies, and classic safari country dramatically.

Overnight: Arusha.
Highlights: Scenic flight, cross-border safari circuit.

Day 10: Tarangire National Park – Land of Giants

Enter Tarangire National Park, known for massive elephant herds and ancient baobab trees. The golden savannah glows as wildlife gathers along the Tarangire River.

Overnight: Tarangire area.
Highlights: Elephants, baobabs, classic safari.

Day 11: Lake Manyara – Flamingos & Forests

Explore Lake Manyara National Park, where groundwater forests meet alkaline lakes filled with flamingos. Expect giraffes, hippos, and possibly more tree-climbing lions.

Overnight: Manyara / Karatu.
Highlights: Birdlife, diverse ecosystems.

Day 12: Ngorongoro Crater – Africa’s Natural Wonder

Descend into the Ngorongoro Crater, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and wildlife haven. In one day, you may spot the Big Five, including the endangered black rhino.

Overnight: Ngorongoro area.
Highlights: Big Five safari, crater views.

Days 13–14: Serengeti National Park – The Endless Plains

Welcome to the legendary Serengeti. Spend two full days tracking lions, cheetahs, leopards, and, season permitting, the Great Wildebeest Migration, one of the world’s greatest wildlife spectacles.

Sunrises here feel cinematic. Evenings crackle with distant roars.

Overnight: Serengeti.
Highlights: Great Migration, predators, iconic landscapes.

Day 15: Farewell, Africa

After breakfast, fly back to Arusha or connect onward for your international departure—carrying stories, photos, and memories that will last a lifetime.

Why Choose Otter African Safaris?

• Expert local guides in Uganda & Tanzania.
• Seamless cross-border safari planning.
• Ethical wildlife encounters & conservation focus.
• Tailor-made experiences (luxury, mid-range, or budget).
• Deep regional knowledge, personal service.

Best Time to Travel

• Year-round departures available.
• Gorilla & chimp trekking: all year.
• Great Migration: varies by season (we advise the best timing).

Ready to Live This Story?

This 15-Day Uganda & Tanzania Wildlife Circuit Safari is perfect for:

• Wildlife lovers & photographers
• Couples & honeymooners
• Adventure seekers
• Travellers who want more than just a safari

Let Otter African Safaris design this journey exclusively for you.
Contact us today for pricing, availability, and customisation options.
Your African story begins here.

Contact us: info@otterafricansafaris.com or otterafricansafaris94@gmail.com
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Call: +256773945555 or +256773932802. #OtterAfricanMagic.