11 Days Tanzania Family Safari + Zanzibar + Uganda Gorilla Trekking

11 Days / 10 Nights • From Price on Request per person

Overview

This 11-day Tanzania Family Holiday combines 5 days of exciting wildlife safari, 2 days of beach relaxation in Zanzibar, and 4 days of unforgettable Gorilla Trekking adventure in Uganda. Explore Serengeti and Ngorongoro with chances to see the Big Five and Great Migration. Enjoy bush lunches, beautiful sunsets, comfortable lodges, white sandy beaches in Zanzibar, and once-in-a-lifetime gorilla trekking in Bwindi with Batwa community visit.

Duration

11 Days / 10 Nights

Group Size

2-6 People

Rating

5/5

Itinerary

Upon arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport, a professional safari guide from Tanzania Destination will warmly welcome your family and assist with luggage. Transfer to Arusha passing through beautiful surroundings, green landscapes, and peaceful atmosphere. Upon arrival at Masailand Safari Lodge, relax, recover from international flight, and prepare for exciting safari adventure.

Accommodation: Masailand Safari Lodge
Meals: Lunch and Dinner

After early breakfast, descend into breathtaking Ngorongoro Crater for 4-hour game drive. Experience incredible wildlife including lions, elephants, buffaloes, zebras, hippos, hyenas, flamingos, and rare black rhino. Enjoy picnic lunch near hippo pool surrounded by crater floor beauty. Continue to Serengeti with game viewing en route to camp.

Accommodation: Tukaone Tented Camp
Meals: Breakfast | Picnic Lunch in Ngorongoro | Dinner

Full day game drives in world-famous Serengeti. Search for lions, leopards, cheetahs, elephants, giraffes, hyenas, buffaloes, zebras. Witness spectacular Great Wildebeest Migration (seasonal). Enjoy bush lunches in wilderness surrounded by nature and wildlife sounds. Early breakfast experiences and beautiful Serengeti sunsets create unforgettable memories.

Accommodation: Tukaone Tented Camp
Meals: Breakfast | Picnic Lunch in Serengeti | Dinner

After breakfast at camp, depart Serengeti with scenic drive through Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Descend into famous Ngorongoro Crater for unforgettable game drive inside world's largest unbroken volcanic caldera. See lions, elephants, buffaloes, zebras, hippos, hyenas, flamingos, rare black rhino. Picnic lunch near hippo pool with spectacular scenery. Later drive to Karatu for relaxation and overnight.

Accommodation: Farm of Dreams Lodge - Karatu
Meals: Breakfast | Picnic Lunch | Dinner

After breakfast at Farm of Dreams Lodge, scenic drive to Arusha Airport for domestic flight to Zanzibar. Enjoy beautiful views of Tanzanian countryside. Upon arrival in Zanzibar, guide welcomes your family and transfers to Nungwi Beach for relaxation. White sandy beaches, turquoise Indian Ocean, and tropical atmosphere offer perfect ending after safari.

Accommodation: Paradise Beach Resort
Meals: Breakfast | Picnic Lunch | Dinner

Enjoy famous Safari Blue ocean adventure. Traditional dhow sailing across clear turquoise waters of Indian Ocean. Stop at beautiful snorkeling points to swim and explore colorful coral reefs full of tropical fish. Visit stunning white sandbanks for relaxing, photos, and peaceful ocean atmosphere. Experience calmness of ocean, beauty of marine life, and relaxed island lifestyle.

Accommodation: Paradise Beach Resort
Meals: Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner

After breakfast, enjoy exciting dolphin tour near Mnemba Island. Boat ride across turquoise waters with refreshing sea breeze and stunning views. If lucky, see dolphins swimming freely and playing in waves. Return to shore for relaxing beach time - enjoy soft white sand, warm tropical sunshine, and peaceful atmosphere of Zanzibar's beautiful coastline.

Accommodation: Paradise Beach Resort
Meals: Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner

Guide picks up from hotel and transfers to Zanzibar Airport for flight to Uganda. Upon arrival at Entebbe International Airport, welcomed by professional guide and transferred to accommodation for relaxation as you prepare for unforgettable gorilla trekking adventure.

Accommodation: Papyrus Guest House
Meals: Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner

After breakfast, begin scenic journey to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, home to endangered mountain gorillas. Drive through rolling green hills, tea plantations, local villages, and vibrant communities. Experience local life, admire breathtaking landscapes, and enjoy scenic viewpoints for photography. Upon arrival at Ichumbi Gorilla Lodge, enjoy peaceful forest surroundings and prepare for gorilla trekking.

Accommodation: Ichumbi Gorilla Lodge
Meals: Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner

Early morning briefing at park headquarters before unforgettable gorilla trekking adventure. Hike through rainforest with experienced ranger guides while enjoying beautiful scenery and birdlife. Meeting gorilla family face-to-face is rare and emotional wildlife experience creating lifelong memories. After lunch, visit Batwa community to experience traditional culture, music, dances, storytelling, and learn about their forest lifestyle.

Accommodation: Ichumbi Gorilla Lodge
Meals: Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner

After breakfast, begin scenic transfer from Bwindi to Kigali Rwanda. Enjoy beautiful countryside views and rolling hills. Arrive at Kigali International Airport for international departure flight home, marking end of unforgettable Tanzania Safari, Zanzibar holiday, and Gorilla Trekking adventure in East Africa.

Accommodation: N/A
Meals: Breakfast | Lunch

What's Included

  • Airport pickup & drop-off by safari guide (includes Zanzibar)
  • 4x4 safari transfers with professional guide
  • 10 Nights Stay (Masailand Lodge, Tukaone Camps, Farm of Dreams, Paradise Beach, Papyrus House, Ichumbi Gorilla Lodge)
  • All meals as per itinerary including bush picnic lunches
  • Park fees for Ngorongoro, Serengeti & Bwindi Park
  • Maasai village visit
  • Gorilla Trekking Experience
  • Flight to Zanzibar & Flight to Uganda
  • Safari Blue ocean adventure
  • Dolphin tour in Zanzibar
  • Batwa community cultural visit
  • International flights
  • Tanzania visa
  • Travel insurance
  • Personal expenses (tips, souvenirs, drinks, laundry)
  • Optional activities not included in itinerary

Traveler Reviews

5

★★★★★

Excellent

Based on 48 reviews

✓ All reviews are verified travelers

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The Johnsons ✓ Verified
🇦🇺 Australia April 2025

Life-changing gorilla encounter

Spending hour with mountain gorilla family was humbling. Uganda trek challenging but worth it. Tanzania safari incredible too.

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Patricia Silva ✓ Verified
🇧🇷 Brazil March 2025

Best family holiday ever

Kids still talking about gorillas 3 months later! Safari lions, Zanzibar dolphins, gorilla trek - unforgettable 11 days.

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Henrik Svensson ✓ Verified
🇸🇪 Sweden February 2025

Three countries, countless memories

Tanzania wildlife, Zanzibar relaxation, Uganda gorillas, Rwanda departure. Border crossings smooth. Guides professional throughout.

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Maria Garcia ✓ Verified
🇪🇸 Spain January 2025

Gorilla permit included - amazing value

Gorilla permits alone cost $800 each - included in package! Batwa community visit emotional. Serengeti migration spectacular.

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David Kim ✓ Verified
🇰🇷 South Korea December 2024

Photographer dream trip

Captured incredible shots - Big Five, baby gorillas, Zanzibar sunsets. Guide positioned vehicle perfectly for golden hour shots.

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Emma Thompson ✓ Verified
🇮🇪 Ireland November 2024

Once in a lifetime experience

Gorilla eye contact was intense and beautiful. Uganda portion well organized. Tanzania safari set high standards. Recommend 100%!

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Christopher Lee ✓ Verified
🇭🇰 Hong Kong May 2025

Silverback gorilla charged then sat down

Heart-stopping moment when 200kg silverback charged then calmly sat 3 meters away! Ranger expertise incredible. Bwindi forest magical.

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Martina Schmidt ✓ Verified
🇦🇹 Austria April 2025

Baby gorillas playing like children

Watching 2-year-old gorilla babies wrestle and play was adorable! Mother watched calmly. Human-like behavior astonishing.

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Trevor Mthembu ✓ Verified
🇿🇦 South Africa March 2025

Batwa pygmy dance moved me to tears

Batwa community visit was unexpected highlight. Their traditional dance and story of forest eviction deeply emotional. Must experience.

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Natasha Petrova ✓ Verified
🇷🇺 Russia February 2025

Uganda trek tough but guides amazing

Steep muddy trek for 3 hours but porters helped carry bags. Gorilla sighting made all effort worthwhile. Bring gardening gloves!

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Fiona MacLeod ✓ Verified
🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿 Scotland May 2026

Gorilla twins in Bwindi!

Rare gorilla twins spotted in Bwindi! Ranger said only 5% chance. Uganda trek muddy but thrilling. Tanzania safari + Zanzibar beach perfect combo.

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Daniel Novak ✓ Verified
🇨🇿 Czech Republic February 2026

Three countries, one incredible trip

Tanzania lions, Zanzibar dolphins, Uganda gorillas - all in 11 days! Border crossings smooth with guides. Batwa dance ceremony emotional highlight.

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