Big Five Safari

13 Day East African Overland Adventure Safaris

Bwindi impenetrable national park

Tour Details

Overview:

This immersive family road safari weaves through East Africa’s most iconic landscapes and wilderness havens. From the predator-rich plains of the Serengeti and the volcanic sanctuary of Ngorongoro Crater, to the elephant strongholds of Amboseli, the wild savannahs of Masai Mara, and the ancient rainforests of Bwindi, this journey captures the essence of African wilderness in style.

Expect expert guiding, cultural experiences with the Maasai and Batwa, and unrivaled wildlife viewing including the Big Five, Great Migration, and mountain gorillas all while staying at some of the finest luxury and ultra-luxury lodges on the continent.


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Tour Highlights

Luxury Accommodation

Stay in high-end lodges and tented camps, offering comfort and stunning views.

Flexible Start Dates

Begin your journey on any available day that suits your schedule.

Customizable Itinerary

Modify select accommodations and destinations to better fit your preferences.

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Can start any day

If availability permits, this tour can start on any day.

Activities & Transportation

  • Activities: East African Safari Adventure
  • Game drives: Pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle
  • Getting around: Pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle
  • Transfer: A transfer from and back to the airport is included

Tour Highlights:

  • Tour Start and End

    Arusha

    Entebbe

  • Can be Customized as:

  • Duration:

    Day: 13 Night: 12
  • You Visit:

    Ngorongoro Crater Bwindi Impenetrable National Park Serengeti National Park Amboseli National Park Masai Mara National Reserve

Drinks:

  • Water
  • Juice
  • Wine
  • Coffee

special dishes:

  • Vegan

Day 1: Arrival in Tanzania – Transfer to Serengeti NP

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Day 2: Serengeti – Sunrise Game Drive & Big Cat Safari

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Day 3: Serengeti NP – Migration Zones & Exclusive Wildlife Viewing

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Day 4: Serengeti NP to Ngorongoro – Crater Rim Arrival

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Day 5: Ngorongoro Crater – Full-Day Crater Safari

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Day 6: Ngorongoro to Amboseli (Kenya) – Cross-Border Drive

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Day 7: Amboseli – Wildlife & Maasai Culture

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Day 8: Amboseli NP to Masai Mara – Overland via Nairobi

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Day 9: Masai Mara – Predator Safari & River Encounters

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Day 10: Masai Mara – Walking Safari & Maasai Visit

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Day 11: Masai Mara to Bwindi (Uganda) – Scenic Road & Lodge Arrival

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Day 12: Bwindi – Gorilla Trekking Adventure

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Day 13: Bwindi to Entebbe – Departure

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Day by Day

Iternerary:

Day 1: Arrival in Tanzania – Transfer to Serengeti NP

Your journey begins at Kilimanjaro International Airport, where you’ll be warmly welcomed by your private driver-guide. After a scenic briefing, set off on a beautiful overland transfer through the Ngorongoro Highlands into the Serengeti National Park. Arrive at your lodge in time for sunset and an optional short evening game drive.

Accommodation:

  • Ultra-Luxury: Mwiba Lodge

  • Luxury: Melia Serengeti Lodge

Meals: Lunch & Dinner

Activities: Road safari to Serengeti, scenic photography stops

Day 2: Serengeti – Sunrise Game Drive & Big Cat Safari

Wake early for a magical sunrise game drive across the open plains. Witness cheetahs and lions stalking prey, and enjoy sightings of herds of elephants, buffalo, and giraffes. Return to the lodge for a gourmet brunch and relax before your evening safari with sundowners in the bush.

Accommodation:

  • Ultra-Luxury: Mwiba Lodge

  • Luxury: Melia Serengeti Lodge

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Activities: Morning & evening game drives, sundowner in the bush

Day 3: Serengeti NP – Migration Zones & Exclusive Wildlife Viewing

Today is dedicated to tracking the Great Migration (seasonal), including dramatic crossings or river encounters. Your expert guide will take you to key migration corridors and hidden valleys, ideal for photography and storytelling around the campfire.

Accommodation:

  • Ultra-Luxury: Mwiba Lodge

  • Luxury: Melia Serengeti Lodge

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch (Bush Picnic), Dinner

Activities: Full-day game drive, wildlife photography, optional walking safari

Day 4: Serengeti NP to Ngorongoro – Crater Rim Arrival

After breakfast, depart Serengeti and travel southeast toward Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Along the way, pass Maasai settlements and vast scenic highlands. Arrive at your crater-rim lodge by afternoon and enjoy panoramic views and cultural storytelling.

Accommodation:

  • Ultra-Luxury: andBeyond Ngorongoro Crater Lodge

  • Luxury: The Highlands Ngorongoro

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Activities: Scenic road transfer, cultural immersion

Day 5: Ngorongoro Crater – Full-Day Crater Safari

Descend 600 meters into the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Ngorongoro Crater. Spend the day exploring this wildlife-rich ecosystem, spotting rhinos, lions, flamingos, and hippos. Pause for lunch beside a hippo pool and finish with a scenic ascent back to your lodge.

Accommodation:

  • Ultra-Luxury: andBeyond Ngorongoro Crater Lodge

  • Luxury: The Highlands Ngorongoro

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Activities: Full-day crater safari, wildlife encounters

Day 6: Ngorongoro to Amboseli (Kenya) – Cross-Border Drive

Set off early for a cross-border drive into Kenya via the Namanga border. Arrive at Amboseli National Park, known for its elephant herds and Kilimanjaro views. Enjoy a relaxed game drive en route to your lodge with iconic photography opportunities.

Accommodation:

  • Ultra-Luxury: Ol Donyo Lodge

  • Luxury: Elewana Tortilis Camp Amboseli

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 7: Amboseli – Wildlife & Maasai Culture

Enjoy a full day in Amboseli with morning and afternoon game drives. Visit observation hills and swamps frequented by elephants, buffalos, and flamingos. Later, take part in a cultural visit to a local Maasai village for storytelling, dancing, and learning about traditional life.

Accommodation:

  • Ultra-Luxury: Ol Donyo Lodge

  • Luxury: Elewana Tortilis Camp Amboseli

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Activities: Game drives, cultural visit, birdwatching

Day 8: Amboseli NP to Masai Mara – Overland via Nairobi

Depart Amboseli and drive toward Masai Mara, stopping in Nairobi for lunch or refreshments. Travel along the Great Rift Valley, with optional photo stops and escarpment viewpoints. Arrive in Masai Mara by evening for welcome drinks at your luxury tented camp.

Accommodation:

  • Ultra-Luxury: Angama Mara

  • Luxury:  Mara Bushtops Luxury Camp

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Activities: Overland scenic transfer, Rift Valley views

Day 9: Masai Mara – Predator Safari & River Encounters

Rise for a morning game drive in Masai Mara National Reserve, known for dense lion populations and active predators. Explore riverbanks for crocodiles and hippos, and plains filled with antelope herds. In the evening, enjoy sundowners with panoramic views of the savannah.

Accommodation:

  • Ultra-Luxury: Angama Mara

  • Luxury: Mara Bushtops

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Activities: Game drives, predator tracking, bush sundowners

Day 10: Masai Mara – Walking Safari & Maasai Visit

Start the day with a guided bush walk (available at select luxury camps), led by an expert naturalist. Later, visit a nearby Maasai village for cultural interactions learn about ceremonies, livestock keeping, and local crafts. Optional hot air balloon ride available on request.

Accommodation:

  • Ultra-Luxury: Angama Mara

  • Luxury: Mara Bushtops Luxury Camp

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Activities: Walking safari, Maasai cultural visit, optional balloon flight

Day 11: Masai Mara to Bwindi (Uganda) – Scenic Road & Lodge Arrival

After breakfast, begin your drive toward the Kenya–Uganda border and continue through the lush southwestern hills of Uganda to reach Bwindi Impenetrable Forest. Arrive at your eco-luxury lodge in the misty highlands of the forest.

Accommodation:

  • Ultra-Luxury: Clouds Mountain Gorilla Lodge

  • Luxury: Mahogany Springs Lodge

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Activities: Cross-border scenic transfer, lodge check-in

Day 12: Bwindi – Gorilla Trekking Adventure

Today is the highlight of your safari: an early start for your gorilla trekking expedition. After briefing, hike through Bwindi’s ancient forest to find and spend one magical hour observing a gorilla family. Return to the lodge to relax and soak in the memories.

Accommodation:

  • Ultra-Luxury: Clouds Mountain Gorilla Lodge

  • Luxury: Mahogany Springs Lodge

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Activities: Gorilla trekking, forest photography, storytelling by firelight

Day 13: Bwindi to Entebbe – Departure

After a relaxed morning, enjoy breakfast with a forest view. Transfer by road to Entebbe International Airport for your international flight, filled with stories, smiles, and unforgettable East African memories.

Accommodation:

  • Ultra-Luxury: None / On request

  • Luxury: None / On request

Meals: Breakfast

Activities: Departure transfer

For personalized pricing and availability, please contact us directly.

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  • Parking fees (for non-residents)
  • All activities mentioned (unless labeled as optional)
  • All accommodations mentioned (unless labeled as optional upgrades)
  • A professional driver/guide
  • All transportation mentioned (unless clearly labeled as optional)
  • All Taxes/VAT
  • Roundtrip airport transfer
  • Meals (as specified in the day-by-day section)
  • Drinks (as specified in the day-by-day section)

Exclude:

  • Inland Airfare costs
  • Personal expenses (e.g., souvenirs)
  • Meals not mentioned in the itinerary
  • International flights (from/to the client's home country)
  • Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
  • Gratuities for guides and crew
  • Personal items (souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees, etc.)
  • Government-imposed increases in taxes and/or park fees
  • Tips (Guideline: USD 15.00 per person per day)
  • Visa and travel insurance fees

Cancelation Policy:

At Eagle Soul Adventure, we understand that plans may change due to unforeseen circumstances. Our cancellation policy is designed to be fair to our clients while also ensuring the sustainability of our operations and commitments to local service providers.

1. Cancellation by the Client

If you wish to cancel your tour, written notification must be provided to Eagle Soul Adventure via email. The following cancellation charges will apply, calculated from the date the written notice is received:

60 days or more before departure: 20% of the total tour cost (deposit is non-refundable).

45–59 days before departure: 30% of the total tour cost.

30–44 days before departure: 50% of the total tour cost.

15–29 days before departure: 75% of the total tour cost.

14 days or less before departure: 100% of the total tour cost (no refund).

Please note that no refunds will be issued for no-shows or unused portions of the itinerary once the tour has commenced.

2. Cancellation by Eagle Soul Adventure

In rare circumstances where Eagle Soul Adventure must cancel a tour due to force majeure, unsafe conditions, or insufficient bookings, we will notify you as early as possible. You will have the choice to:

Receive a full refund of all payments made, excluding any non-refundable transaction fees

We are not liable for any additional expenses incurred due to tour cancellation, including but not limited to flight changes, visa fees, or travel insurance.

Disclaimer:

At Eagle Soul Adventure, we design journeys with care and purpose. This 8-day experience blends wildlife, culture, and relaxation—crafted for families who value both comfort and connection.

To ensure a smooth and meaningful adventure, please note the following:

  • Nature is unpredictable. Itinerary changes may occur due to weather, airstrip logistics, or park rules—but always with your safety and experience in mind.

  • Wildlife sightings vary. Our expert guides will do their best, but animals roam freely and sightings can't be guaranteed.

  • Accommodations may shift. We select premium, family-friendly stays. If changes are needed, we’ll offer a comparable or upgraded lodge.

  • Travel respectfully. Kindness toward local people, cultures, and environments deepens your journey and helps protect what we love.

  • Photos & media. We may document the trip for future storytelling. If you'd prefer not to be included, let us know in writing before departure.

We look forward to guiding your family through this unforgettable journey.

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