This 21-day safari takes you through Kenya, Tanzania, Uganda, and Rwanda, covering the best wildlife parks, cultural experiences, and breathtaking landscapes. Accommodation is in budget-friendly lodges and tented camps to ensure comfort at an affordable price.

Day 1: Arrival in Nairobi, Kenya

Accommodation: Kenya Comfort Hotel or Wildebeest Eco Camp

Activity: Airport pickup and briefing. Optional visit to Nairobi National Museum or Giraffe Centre.

Meal Plan: Dinner

Day 2: Nairobi – Masai Mara National Reserve

Accommodation: Enkorok Mara Camp or Lenchada Tourist Camp

Activity: Scenic drive to Masai Mara, evening game drive

Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 3: Full-Day Game Drive in Masai Mara

Accommodation: Enkorok Mara Camp or Lenchada Tourist Camp

Activity: Full-day safari in Masai Mara searching for the Big Five

Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 4: Masai Mara – Lake Nakuru National Park

Accommodation: Lake Nakuru Lodge or Hotel Waterbuck

Activity: Morning game drive in Masai Mara, transfer to Nakuru, afternoon game drive

Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 5: Lake Nakuru – Lake Naivasha

Accommodation: Fisherman’s Camp or Taphe Guest Resort

Activity: Morning game drive in Lake Nakuru, transfer to Naivasha, boat ride on Lake Naivasha

Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 6: Lake Naivasha – Amboseli National Park

Accommodation: AA Lodge Amboseli or Kimana Camp

Activity: Visit Crescent Island (optional), drive to Amboseli, evening game drive

Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 7: Amboseli National Park – Arusha, Tanzania

Accommodation: Arusha Tourist Inn or McElly’s Hotel

Activity: Morning game drive, transfer to Tanzania via Namanga border

Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 8: Arusha – Tarangire National Park

Accommodation: Sangaiwe Tented Lodge or Whistling Thorn Camp

Activity: Full-day safari in Tarangire National Park

Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 9: Tarangire – Serengeti National Park

Accommodation: Serengeti Seronera Campsite or Serengeti Wildebeest Camp

Activity: Scenic drive to Serengeti, game drive en route

Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 10: Full-Day Game Drive in Serengeti

Accommodation: Serengeti Seronera Campsite or Serengeti Wildebeest Camp

Activity: Full-day game drive exploring Serengeti

Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 11: Serengeti – Ngorongoro Crater

Accommodation: Rhino Lodge or Simba Campsite

Activity: Morning game drive in Serengeti, drive to Ngorongoro, optional Maasai village visit

Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 12: Ngorongoro Crater – Lake Manyara National Park

Accommodation: Manyara Wildlife Safari Camp or Fanaka Lodge

Activity: Descend into Ngorongoro Crater for a game drive, transfer to Lake Manyara

Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 13: Lake Manyara – Arusha – Transfer to Uganda (Flight to Entebbe)

Accommodation: African Roots Guesthouse or Gorilla African Guest House

Activity: Morning game drive, transfer to Arusha for a flight to Uganda

Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 14: Kampala – Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary – Murchison Falls National Park

Accommodation: Red Chilli Rest Camp or Heritage Lodge

Activity: Rhino tracking at Ziwa, drive to Murchison Falls, evening safari

Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 15: Murchison Falls National Park

Accommodation: Red Chilli Rest Camp or Heritage Lodge

Activity: Morning game drive, boat cruise on the Nile to Murchison Falls

Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 16: Murchison Falls – Kibale National Park

Accommodation: Chimpanzee Forest Lodge or Rweteera Safari Park

Activity: Transfer to Kibale Forest, optional crater lake walk

Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 17: Chimpanzee Trekking in Kibale – Queen Elizabeth National Park

Accommodation: The Bush Lodge or Pumba Safari Cottages

Activity: Chimpanzee trekking in Kibale, drive to Queen Elizabeth, boat safari on Kazinga Channel

Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 18: Queen Elizabeth – Bwindi Impenetrable National Park

Accommodation: Buhoma Community Rest Camp or Gorilla Valley Lodge

Activity: Morning game drive, transfer to Bwindi, optional Batwa cultural experience

Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 19: Gorilla Trekking in Bwindi – Transfer to Rwanda (Volcanoes National Park)

Accommodation: La Palme Hotel or Villa Gorilla

Activity: Gorilla trekking, cross into Rwanda

Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 20: Volcanoes National Park – Kigali

Accommodation: Step Town Motel or Kigali View Hotel

Activity: Optional golden monkey trek or visit Dian Fossey’s grave, drive to Kigali

Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 21: Kigali City Tour – Departure

Activity: Visit Genocide Memorial, local markets, transfer to the airport

Meal Plan: Breakfast

Cost ; $12,600usd per person sharing in a group of 4-6pax

What’s Included:

✔ Park entrance fees
✔ Lodge and camp accommodation
✔ Meals as indicated
✔ Safari vehicle with a pop-up roof for game viewing
✔ Professional driver-guide
✔ Bottled drinking water
✔ Gorilla and chimpanzee trekking permits
✔ All government taxes

What’s Not Included:

✘ International flights
✘ Visa fees
✘ Travel insurance
✘ Alcoholic and soft drinks
✘ Tips and gratuities
✘ Personal expenses (laundry, souvenirs, etc.)
✘ Optional activities like Maasai village visits, balloon safaris

This itinerary is designed for budget-conscious travelers seeking an unforgettable East African safari experience without compromising on comfort. Let me know if you need any modifications!