Experience our top best 12 Days Private Budget Safari from Kibali that takes you through the heart of East Africa—Uganda, Kenya, and Tanzania—before ending with a relaxing Zanzibar beach holiday. Explore the wilderness on thrilling game drives, witness the Big Five, enjoy landscapes, and immerse yourself in rich African cultures. This private budget safari offers the perfect blend of adventure and relaxation, combining world-famous national parks with the white sandy beaches of Zanzibar.
12 Days Private Budget Safari from Kigali Across Uganda, Kenya , Tanzania and Zanzibar (2026 - 2027) Tour Summary
Tour Features for 12 Days Private Budget Safari from Kigali Across Uganda, Kenya , Tanzania and Zanzibar (2026 - 2027)
Standard of tour
Mid-Range: No accommodation standard defined
Tour style
Private: This tour is arranged solely for you and will not be shared with others
Customizable Tour
Feel free to request minor Changes to suit your preferences
Suitable for all travelers
Best for the year : 2026, 2027, 2028, and +
Activities and Transportation: 12 Days Private Budget Safari from Kigali Across Uganda, Kenya , Tanzania and Zanzibar (2026 - 2027)
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Activities: Game drives,Nature hikes/walks,Chimp trekking (all chimp permits must be included),
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Getting around: Pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle,Walking (on walking safaris or multi-day hikes),
12 Days Private Budget Safari from Kigali Across Uganda, Kenya , Tanzania and Zanzibar (2026 - 2027) Tour details
Kigali City Tour and Drive to Bwindi
Meet your guide at 10:00 am for a Kigali city tour including the Gisozi Genocide Memorial. Visit local markets and craft shops before driving through Rwanda’s lush countryside toward Mgahinga Gorilla National Park. Pass tropical rainforests, bamboo forests, and volcanic mountains along the way. Arrive in Kisoro for your overnight stay.
- Main Destination:
- Kigali
- Accommodation:
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Travelers Rest Hotel
- Meals & Drinks:
Golden Monkey Trekking in Mgahinga and Transfer to Bwindi
After breakfast, embark on a guided trek to spot the endangered Golden Monkeys in bamboo forests on the lower slopes of the volcanoes. Observe their playful behavior in their natural habitat. Continue your journey to Bwindi Impenetrable Forest for a relaxing evening at the lodge
- Main Destination:
- Mgahinga Gorilla National Park
- Accommodation:
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Rushaga Gorilla Camp
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- Meals & Drinks:
Gorilla Trekking in Bwindi Impenetrable Forest
Start the day with a morning briefing before trekking through the rainforest and bamboo slopes in search of mountain gorillas. Spend an hour with the gorillas once located, observing their social behaviors up close. Trekking through Bwindi’s diverse ecosystem reveals its rich wildlife and endemic species. Return to the lodge for a peaceful evening.
- Main Destination:
- Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
- Accommodation:
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Rushaga Gorilla Camp
- Meals & Drinks:
Kigali to Nairobi
After breakfast, transfer to Kigali Airport for your flight to Nairobi (flight not included). On arrival, you will be warmly welcomed by your Kenya safari guide and driven to your hotel. Take the rest of the day to relax, refresh, and prepare for the exciting safari journey ahead.
- Main Destination:
- Nairobi
- Accommodation:
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Ibis Style Hotel
- Meals & Drinks:
Transfer from Bwindi Impenetrable Forest to Kigali
After breakfast, depart Bwindi and enjoy a scenic drive back to Kigali. Upon arrival, check in at your hotel and spend the afternoon at leisure, taking time to relax and make use of the hotel’s amenities. In the evening, unwind as you reflect on your unforgettable gorilla trekking adventure in Bwindi Impenetrable Forest.
- Main Destination:
- Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
- Accommodation:
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Heavens Boutique Hotel
- Meals & Drinks:
Nairobi to Maasai Mara National Reserve
After breakfast, drive to Maasai Mara National Reserve. Enjoy an afternoon game drive exploring the rolling savannah, gallery forests, and rivers, spotting elephants, lions, giraffes, zebras, and a variety of birds. Return to the lodge in the evening for dinner.
- Main Destination:
- Masai Mara National Reserve
- Accommodation:
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Jambo Mara Safari Lodge
- Meals & Drinks:
Full-Day Game Drive Safari in Maasai Mara National Reserve
After breakfast, enjoy morning and afternoon game drives across the Mara plains. Spot the Big Five, including lions, leopards, elephants, rhinos, and buffalo. Optional hot air balloon safari is available for panoramic views. Evening return to lodge for dinner.
- Main Destination:
- Masai Mara National Reserve
- Accommodation:
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Jambo Mara Safari Lodge
- Meals & Drinks:
Maasai Mara National Reserve to Norh Serengeti National Park, Tanzania
Enjoy an early breakfast before departing the Maasai Mara National Reserve and driving toward the Isibania border. After completing immigration formalities, cross into Tanzania and continue into the Serengeti National Park. Experience your first glimpses of the vast Serengeti plains with en-route game drives. Arrive at your lodge in the afternoon, where you will settle in, enjoy dinner, and spend the night surrounded by the sounds of the wild.
- Main Destination:
- Masai Mara National Reserve
- Accommodation:
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Serengeti Heritage Migration Camp
- Meals & Drinks:
Full Game Drive in North to Central Serengeti National Park
After breakfast, spend the day exploring Serengeti’s vast plains on game drives. Witness lions, cheetahs, elephants, zebras, and wildebeests, along with diverse birdlife. Optional Hot Air Balloon Safari available. Return to lodge for dinner under the African sky.
- Main Destination:
- Serengeti National Park
- Accommodation:
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Shuhudia Adventure Camp
- Meals & Drinks:
Serengeti National Park to Ngorongoro Conservation Area
Morning game drive in Serengeti National Park , followed by a drive to Ngorongoro Crater. Enjoy breathtaking views of the crater with its abundant wildlife including elephants, rhinos, lions, and flamingos. Evening arrival at the lodge for dinner and overnight.
- Main Destination:
- Serengeti National Park
- Accommodation:
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Ngorongoro Wild Camp
- Meals & Drinks:
Ngorongoro Crater to Arusha, Fly to Zanzibar
After breakfast, descend into the Ngorongoro Crater for a half-day game drive, where you may spot the Big Five along with a wide variety of other wildlife in this UNESCO World Heritage Site. Enjoy a picnic lunch in the heart of the crater before ascending and driving back to Arusha. Later, transfer to the airport for your flight to Zanzibar (flight not included). Upon arrival, you will be transferred to Nungwi Beach to check in at your seaside hotel for dinner and overnight stay.
- Main Destination:
- Ngorongoro Crater
- Accommodation:
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My Blue Hotel
- Meals & Drinks:
Relaxing at Zanzibar Beach
Enjoy a full day at leisure on the stunning Nungwi Beach. Swim in the turquoise waters, sunbathe on the pristine sand, or choose optional excursions such as snorkeling, dolphin tours, or visits to local spice farms. Evenings are spent dining at your hotel while watching the sun set over the Indian Ocean, allowing you to fully relax and soak in the serene coastal atmosphere.
- Main Destination:
- Nungwi
- Accommodation:
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My Blue Hotel
- Meals & Drinks:
Relaxing at Zanzibar Beach
Enjoy two full days at leisure on the stunning Nungwi Beach. Swim in the turquoise waters, sunbathe on the pristine sand, or choose optional excursions such as snorkeling, dolphin tours, or visits to local spice farms. Evenings are spent dining at your hotel while watching the sun set over the Indian Ocean, allowing you to fully relax and soak in the serene coastal atmosphere
- Main Destination:
- Zanzibar Beach
- Accommodation:
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My Blue Hotel
- Meals & Drinks:
Relaxing at Zanzibar Beach
Enjoy two another day at leisure on the stunning Nungwi Beach. Swim in the turquoise waters, sunbathe on the pristine sand, or choose optional excursions such as snorkeling, dolphin tours, or visits to local spice farms. Evenings are spent dining at your hotel while watching the sun set over the Indian Ocean, allowing you to fully relax and soak in the serene coastal atmosphere.
- Main Destination:
- Nungwi
- Accommodation:
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My Blue Hotel
- Meals & Drinks:
Nungwi to Zanzibar Airport for Flight Departure
You will be picked up at your hotel in Nungwi Shores, then you will be tansfered to the Airport in Stone Town for your home flight departure.
- Main Destination:
- Abeid Amani Karume International Airport
- Meals & Drinks:
What's Included
- Park Entrance fees
- Ngorongoro Crater fees
- Ranger Fees
- All Activities Mentioned
- Transport (4x4 Land Cruiser) with open roof
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunches, & dinner
- Drinks: 1.5 bottle of water per day; tea and coffee
- Airport Pick Up
- Airport Drop off
- Hot Lunch / Lunch Box
- Excursions
- Gorilla Trekking Permits(1)
- Chimpanzee Trekking Permits(1)
- Gold Accommodations
- Professional English-speaking safari guide
- Professional English-speaking Mountain guide
- 18% VAT on tour fees & services
What's Not Included
- International Flights
- Domestic Flights
- Travel & Medical insurance
- Visa Cost
- Tip / Gratitude(10)
- Items of personal nature
- Laundry Services
- Alcoholic Beverages
- Hot Air Balloon(US$500)
- Mountain Crew Fees incl. Porters, Chef, & Waiter
- Government imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees
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