Prepared for Indré  ·  Kabani Safaris

Northern Tanzania
& Ugandan Gorillas

A 15-day safari across three of Africa's most iconic wildernesses

15 Days
3 Countries
14 Nights
1 Gorilla Trek
Dec–Jan 2026 – 2027
Explore
© Rafael Barakat
© Rafael Barakat
Part One
Northern Tanzania
Days 1 – 11  ·  19 – 29 December 2026

From a coffee plantation in Moshi to the vast golden plains of the Serengeti and the ancient bowl of Ngorongoro — eleven days tracing one of Africa's most spectacular wildlife landscapes.

Geneva → Kilimanjaro Day 01
Sat 19 Dec 2026

Departure — Geneva to Kilimanjaro

Evening departure from Geneva on Ethiopian Airlines (20:05). Overnight flight via Addis Ababa, arriving at Kilimanjaro International Airport the following morning.

Moshi → Arusha Day 02
Sun 20 Dec 2026

Arrival — Coffee Tour in Moshi

Arrive at 10:45AM. Head to Moshi for a guided coffee plantation tour — from bean to cup. Evening transfer to Arusha for dinner and overnight.

Arusha → Serengeti Day 03
Mon 21 Dec 2026

Cultural Heritage Centre & Drive to Serengeti

Morning visit to the Cultural Heritage Centre in Arusha — East Africa's finest collection of art, jewellery and crafts. Packed lunch en route as you drive into Serengeti National Park.

Serengeti Day 04
Tue 22 Dec 2026

Serengeti — Into the Great Plains

Game drives across the central Serengeti, pushing north toward the Mara River. Lions, cheetahs and elephants roam freely across one of Africa's most iconic landscapes.

Serengeti Day 05
Wed 23 Dec 2026

Serengeti — Wildlife Loop

Morning and afternoon game drives through the northern Serengeti. Track predator activity along the Mara River corridor — prime territory for the great migration.

Serengeti Day 06
Thu 24 Dec 2026

Serengeti — Christmas Eve on the Plains

Christmas Eve under the African sky. Morning game drive in the northern Serengeti, followed by a special dinner at camp beneath a canopy of stars.

Serengeti Day 07
Fri 25 Dec 2026

Serengeti — Christmas Day

Christmas morning game drive along the Mara River — an unforgettable way to celebrate. Special Christmas lunch and dinner at camp on the Serengeti plains.

Serengeti Day 08
Sat 26 Dec 2026

Serengeti — Final Loop

Last full day in the Serengeti — morning and evening game drives across the central plains before heading south toward Ngorongoro tomorrow.

Ngorongoro Day 09
Sun 27 Dec 2026

Drive to Ngorongoro

Drive south from the Serengeti to the Ngorongoro Crater — the world's largest intact volcanic caldera. Arrive at your crater-rim lodge in time for sundowners and sweeping views.

Ngorongoro Day 10
Mon 28 Dec 2026

Walking Safari & Relax at the Crater

Morning walking safari on the crater rim with a ranger guide. Return to the lodge for a relaxed afternoon taking in the views over the crater floor below.

Ngorongoro → Arusha Day 11
Tue 29 Dec 2026

Ngorongoro Crater Safari & Drive to Arusha

Full game drive inside the Ngorongoro Crater — lions, elephants, flamingos and black rhinos in a single bowl. Late afternoon drive to Arusha ahead of tomorrow's flight to Kigali.

© Rafael Barakat
Part Two
Rwanda & Uganda — Gorillas of Bwindi
Days 12 – 15  ·  30 December 2026 – 02 January 2027

From Kigali's vibrant streets, cross into the mist-cloaked forests of southwestern Uganda — where a life-changing encounter with the mountain gorillas of Bwindi forms the unforgettable crescendo of the journey.

Arusha → Kigali Day 12
Wed 30 Dec 2026

Fly to Kigali, Rwanda

Transfer to Arusha Airport for the 12:05 flight to Kigali, Rwanda. Arrive in the afternoon and check in to your hotel in the Rwandan capital. Evening at leisure before tomorrow's drive to Bwindi.

Kigali → Bwindi Day 13
Thu 31 Dec 2026

Drive to Bwindi Impenetrable NP

Scenic drive from Kigali to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park in southwestern Uganda, crossing the border through the highlands. Arrive at your forest-edge lodge for a New Year's Eve dinner and gorilla trek briefing.

Bwindi NP → Kigali Day 14
Fri 01 Jan 2027

Mountain Gorilla Trek & Return to Kigali

An extraordinary start to the New Year. Brief at park HQ, then trek through dense rainforest for a life-changing hour with a habituated mountain gorilla family. Return to the lodge, then drive back to Kigali.

Kigali → Geneva Day 15
Sat 02 Jan 2027

Kigali & International Departure

A morning to explore Kigali — visit the Genocide Memorial or stroll through the city's markets and cafés. Transfer to the airport for your flight home departing at 17:40. Arrival in Geneva on Sunday 3rd January at 06:00. Thank you for travelling with Kabani Safaris.

Two Extraordinary
Local Experts

Two extraordinary local guides anchor your journey — Ahadi in Tanzania and Keneth in Uganda. Each brings deep regional knowledge, language fluency and a personal connection to the wildlife and communities you'll encounter.

Ahadi Musa Msuya
Tanzania
Days 1 – 11

Ahadi Musa Msuya

Ahadi is from the Kilimanjaro region and belongs to the Pare tribe. With over 16 years of experience guiding safaris across Tanzania, he studied mammal science and natural park conservation at the African Wildlife College in Moshi. His deep knowledge of the land — from the vast Serengeti to the volcanic shores of Lake Natron — gives travellers an unparalleled window into Tanzania's wildlife and ecosystems.

English Swahili Spanish Italian
Keneth Gumisiriza
Uganda
Days 12 – 15

Keneth Gumisiriza

Keneth is a Uganda-based safari operator who leads private journeys across East Africa — Uganda, Rwanda, Kenya and Tanzania. From the mountain gorillas of Bwindi to the chimpanzee forests of Kibale, Keneth pairs iconic wildlife with the warmth of community and culture. Travellers consistently note his attention to detail, calm pace and long-standing relationships with conservation areas across the region.

English French Kinyarwanda Luganda

Tailored Pricing

Pricing will be confirmed once the itinerary is finalised and hotels are selected. A detailed cost breakdown will follow.

Price
Segment Cost
Northern Tanzania
Days 1 – 11
Upon confirmation of itinerary
Rwanda & Uganda — Bwindi
Days 12 – 15
Upon confirmation of itinerary
Subtotal Upon confirmation
Kabani service fee (10%) Upon confirmation
Total Upon confirmation of itinerary

Pricing will be confirmed once the itinerary is finalised. Final invoicing is in the operators' currency.

What the Travel Agent Offers
  • A tailor-made international travel organisation
  • Support scheduling all flights (no payments) and fine-tuning the travel
  • 7/7 availability over the phone until you are back home
Included
  • Cost of both guides (Ahadi & Keneth) included
  • Accommodation as listed in the day-by-day itinerary
  • All meals as noted (B / L / D)
  • All park, conservation and crater service fees
  • Gorilla trekking permit (Bwindi) — 1 person
  • Private 4×4 safari vehicle with English-speaking guide (Tanzania & Uganda)
  • Coffee plantation tour (Moshi) & Cultural Heritage Centre visit (Arusha)
  • Operator/guide gratuities allowance, water in vehicles
  • Airport pickups & inter-country transfer assistance
Not Included
  • International flights & visas (Tanzania, Rwanda, Uganda)
  • Arusha → Kigali regional flight (30 Dec, 12:05)
  • Travel & medical insurance (mandatory)
  • Personal expenses, drinks, laundry and tips beyond allowance
  • Anything not specifically listed under "Included"
Kabani Safaris · Tailored African Journeys

Asante Sana,

we look forward to crafting your safari

This proposal is valid for 14 days from issue. Subject to availability at the time of confirmation.
Itinerary, lodges and order of activities may be adjusted to suit wildlife conditions, weather and the migration's movement on the plains.