Gorilla Habituation in Uganda & Serengeti Calving Safari – 15 Days of Wild Wonders

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Offered as:
  • Ultra Luxury
  • Private Guided
  • Fly In Safari
  • Custom Curated Experience
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Duration

15 Days

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Tour Departure

Daily

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Group Size

Unlimited

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Languages

  • English
  • German
  • Spanish
  • Italian
  • French
  • Chinese

Overview

This 15-day bespoke safari combines the Gorilla Habituation Experience in Uganda, witnessing the Great Calving Season in Ndutu (Serengeti South), and the ultimate beach escape in Zanzibar. Designed for discerning wildlife enthusiasts and luxury travelers, this tour takes you deep into the heart of East Africa's most iconic wildlife region…
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This 15-day bespoke safari combines the Gorilla Habituation Experience in Uganda, witnessing the Great Calving Season in Ndutu (Serengeti South), and the ultimate beach escape in Zanzibar. Designed for discerning wildlife enthusiasts and luxury travelers, this tour takes you deep into the heart of East Africa's most iconic wildlife regions, offering intimate and immersive experiences. You’ll have four hours of gorilla observation in the wild and the opportunity to witness one of nature’s most spectacular wildlife events—the calving season of the wildebeest in the Serengeti. Cap off your journey with a rejuvenating escape to Zanzibar, where turquoise waters and soft white sands await.

Tour Highlights

  • Gorilla Habituation in Bwindi: Spend an unparalleled four hours with mountain gorillas in their natural habitat, guided by expert trackers and rangers.
  • Great Calving Season in Ndutu (Serengeti South): Witness the annual birth of over 500,000 wildebeest calves—one of the most dynamic wildlife events in the world.
  • Private Game Drives & Luxury Safari Lodges: Enjoy exclusive, private game drives in Uganda, Tanzania, and Zanzibar.
  • Zanzibar Beach Escape: Wind down in luxury beachfront resorts where serenity, culture, and luxury blend seamlessly.
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Itinerary (Day by Day)

  • Day 1: Arrival in Uganda – Entebbe International Airport
  • Welcome to Uganda, the “Pearl of Africa.” Upon arrival at Entebbe International Airport, you’ll be greeted by your personal concierge team, who will assist with your fast-tracked immigration process and transfer to your private vehicle. Enjoy a relaxing evening at your luxury hotel with views over Lake Victoria as you adjust to the African rhythm.

    Accommodation: Lake Victoria Serena Golf Resort & Spa

    Meals Planned: Dinner

    Inclusions: Airport meet & greet, private transfer to hotel

  • Day 2: Fly to Bwindi Impenetrable Forest – Gateway to the Gorillas
  • After breakfast, board a light aircraft that will take you to the Kihihi airstrip, located near Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, home to the world’s largest population of mountain gorillas. Upon arrival, a private transfer will take you to your luxury lodge, nestled on the edge of the park.

    Accommodation: Sanctuary Gorilla Forest Camp / Clouds Mountain Gorilla Lodge

    Meals Planned: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Inclusions: Regional flight, private transfer, luxury lodge stay

  • Day 3: Gorilla Habituation Experience – 4 Hours with the Gorillas
  • This is the day you’ve been waiting for: a full-day gorilla habituation experience. Unlike a traditional trek, the habituation experience allows you to spend four full hours observing a habituated gorilla family in their natural environment. This unique encounter offers an unmatched opportunity to study their social behavior, bonding rituals, and daily routines up close.

    This intimate interaction with the gorillas, led by expert rangers and trackers, will leave you with memories that last a lifetime. In the afternoon, unwind at your lodge with a guided forest walk or indulge in a spa treatment.

    Accommodation: Sanctuary Gorilla Forest Camp / Clouds Mountain Gorilla Lodge

    Meals Planned: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Inclusions: Gorilla habituation permit, private trek, ranger-guided experience

  • Day 4: Bwindi to Nairobi – En Route to Tanzania
  • After your gorilla experience, take a scenic flight back to Entebbe. From here, you will connect to Nairobi for your onward flight to Arusha, Tanzania. On arrival, you’ll be transferred to your exclusive lodge, where the African wilderness sets the stage for your next thrilling adventure.

    Accommodation: Arusha Coffee Lodge

    Meals Planned: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

    Inclusions: Domestic flights, private transfer

  • Day 5: Fly to Ndutu – The Calving Grounds of Serengeti South
  • In the early morning, board a private flight to Ndutu, located in the Serengeti South, one of the most sought-after safari destinations in the world. This area is renowned for its role in the Great Migration, where hundreds of thousands of wildebeest converge to give birth in the lush plains of Ndutu. The calving season is one of the most dramatic wildlife spectacles you can witness, with countless newborns entering the world amidst the looming presence of predators.

    Your luxury safari camp is ideally situated for viewing these incredible events. After a brief rest, head out on a private afternoon game drive to witness the dramatic action of the wildebeest calving.

    Accommodation: Olakira Migration Camp or Lake Masek Tented Camp

    Meals Planned: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Inclusions: Safari vehicle, private game drive, luxury accommodation

  • Day 6–7: The Serengeti South – A Wildlife Spectacle
  • Over the next two days, you’ll enjoy private game drives at sunrise and sunset in the Serengeti South. You’ll track the wildebeest herds as they give birth, and you may be lucky enough to witness dramatic predator-prey interactions as lions, hyenas, and cheetahs take advantage of the vulnerable newborns.

    In addition to the calving spectacle, these drives offer the chance to encounter the Big Five, including lions, leopards, elephants, buffalo, and rhinos. Between your game drives, indulge in a gourmet picnic in the bush or relax at your luxury tented camp.

    Accommodation: Olakira Migration Camp or Lake Masek Tented Camp

    Meals Planned: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Inclusions: Full-day game drives, park fees, luxury camp experience

  • Day 8: Serengeti to Zanzibar – Island Bliss
  • Today marks the transition from safari to beach. Take a flight from the Serengeti to Zanzibar, where a world of luxury beachfront resorts and crystal-clear waters awaits. Upon arrival, you’ll be transferred to your secluded coastal resort, where you can unwind, enjoy a cocktail by the pool, or take a walk on the pristine beach.

    Accommodation: Tulia Zanzibar Unique Beach Resort / Baraza Resort & Spa

    Meals Planned: Breakfast, Dinner

    Inclusions: Regional flight, luxury resort stay, beach transfer

  • Day 9–13: Zanzibar – A Tropical Paradise Awaits
  • Spend the next five days luxuriating in the natural beauty of Zanzibar. Choose from a range of activities, including:

    Snorkeling or diving at Mnemba Atoll, home to vibrant coral reefs and rich marine life.

    Private spice tours, where you’ll visit local plantations and experience Zanzibar’s aromatic history.

    A sunset dhow cruise along the Indian Ocean, watching the sky turn to gold as you sip a cold cocktail.

    Wellness treatments, yoga on the beach, or a relaxing massage to unwind after your safari adventures.

    If you prefer more active pursuits, explore Stone Town’s historic streets, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, or take a boat trip to Prison Island to see giant tortoises.

    Accommodation: Tulia Zanzibar Unique Beach Resort / Baraza Resort & Spa

    Meals Planned: Breakfast, Dinner

    Inclusions: Resort activities, spa treatments, excursions (optional)

  • Day 14: Zanzibar – Leisure Day
  • Take this day to enjoy your resort at your own pace. Whether you opt to relax on the beach or engage in water sports, enjoy the serenity and luxury of your surroundings. The day is entirely at your leisure.

    Accommodation: Tulia Zanzibar Unique Beach Resort / Melia Zanzibar

    Meals Planned: Breakfast, Dinner

    Inclusions: Leisure day, full access to resort amenities

  • Day 15: Departure – Farewell East Africa
  • On your final day, enjoy a leisurely breakfast overlooking the Indian Ocean. A private transfer will take you to Zanzibar International Airport for your departure flight, with memories of gorilla encounters, the wildebeest calving spectacle, and idyllic Zanzibar forever etched in your mind.

    Meals Planned: Breakfast

    Inclusions: Airport transfer, departure assistance

Accommodation & Meals
Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour can be arranged for an extra cost
  1. Type: tented-camp
    Facilities
    • Bush meals
    • Fire place
    • Family rooms
    • Fabulous breakfast
    • Restaurant
    • Room service
    • Bar
    • Free WiFi
    • Free parking
    • Non smoking rooms
    • Savannah Restaurant and Grill
    • Airport shuttle
  2. Type: tented-camp
    Facilities
    • Outdoor swimming pool
    • Family rooms
    • Bush meals
    • Fire place
    • Free WiFi
    • Airport shuttle
    • Free parking
    • Non smoking rooms
    • The Grill Room
    • Room service
    • Bar
    • Fabulous breakfast
    • Savannah Restaurant and Grill
    • Restaurant
  3. Facilities
    • Outdoor swimming pool
    • Beachfront
    • Private beach area
    • Fabulous breakfast
    • Restaurant
    • Bar
    • Room service
    • Spa and wellness centre
    • Non smoking rooms
    • Free parking
    • Airport shuttle
    • Free WiFi
    • Family rooms
    • Fitness centre
    • The Grill Room
  4. Facilities
    • Private beach area
    • Family rooms
    • Restaurant
    • Beachfront
    • Bar
    • Fitness centre
    • Room service
    • Spa and wellness centre
    • Fabulous breakfast
    • Non smoking rooms
    • Free parking
    • The Grill Room
    • Airport shuttle
    • Free WiFi
    • Outdoor swimming pool
  5. Type: luxury lodge
    Facilities
    • Outdoor swimming pool
    • Airport shuttle
    • Free WiFi
    • Free parking
    • Family rooms
    • Restaurant
    • Fabulous breakfast
    • Room service
    • Bar
    • Spa and wellness centre
    • The Grill Room
    • Non smoking rooms
    • Tea coffee maker in all rooms
    • Fitness centre
  6. Facilities
    • Family rooms
    • Fabulous breakfast
    • Bar
    • Room service
    • Free parking
    • Airport shuttle
    • Free WiFi
    • Non smoking rooms
    • Restaurant
  7. Facilities
    • Free WiFi
    • Family rooms
    • Restaurant
    • Non smoking rooms
    • The Grill Room
    • Free parking
    • Airport shuttle
    • Fabulous breakfast
    • Bar
    • Room service
  8. Facilities
    • Outdoor swimming pool
    • Free WiFi
    • Airport shuttle
    • Free parking
    • Non smoking rooms
    • The Grill Room
    • Spa and wellness centre
    • Room service
    • Bar
    • Fabulous breakfast
    • Restaurant
    • Family rooms
  9. Type: luxury lodge
    Facilities
    • Outdoor swimming pool
    • Restaurant
    • Beachfront
    • Private beach area
    • Fabulous breakfast
    • Family rooms
    • Bar
    • Room service
    • Non smoking rooms
    • Free parking
    • Free WiFi
    • Airport shuttle
    • Spa and wellness centre
    • Fitness centre
    • The Grill Room
  10. Type: hotel
    Facilities

Included

  • Park fees (for non residents)
  • All activities mentioned (unless clearly labeled as optional)
  • Meals (as specified in the day by day description)
  • All accommodation mentioned (unless clearly labeled as optional upgrade)
  • Roundtrip airport transfer
  • A professional driver/guide
  • All transportation mentioned (unless clearly labeled as optional)
  • All taxes/vat
  • Gorilla habituation permit (Uganda)
  • 14 nights in luxury lodges,camps and beachfront resorts

Excluded

  • International flights (from/to the client's home country)
  • Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
  • Personal items (souvenirs travel insurance visa fees and other personal items)
  • Government imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees

Tour Policy

CANCELLATION

·40% Deposit payable upfront. The remaining balance is payable 45 days prior to trip departure. Free cancellation up to 30 days prior to departure, but the 40% deposit paid is non-refundable. No refund is applicable within 20 days of departure.

PAYMENT

A deposit of 40% is required when booking this tour. The remaining balance will be charged 45 days prior to departure. For any bookings within 30 days of departure, the full tour amount will be charged upon booking.

TRAVEL INSURANCE

We advise you to take out Travel Insurance to cover for any unforeseen circumstances. Moonlight Tours Expedition recommends World Nomads' travel insurance.

Tour disclaimer

  • The exact order contents and rates of this tour is subject to availability.
  • If an accommodation is fully booked we will suggest a comparable alternative.
  • We reserve the right to change the rates advertised on moonlight tours expedition company without prior notice.
  • Rates include a fixed budget for flights during this tour.
  • If flights cost more your quote will reflect this tour.
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  • No booking fees
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