Embark on an unforgettable 7-day safari adventure through Uganda, Kenya, and Tanzania, combining gorilla trekking in Uganda with the Great Migration in Masai Mara and Serengeti. This cross-border safari offers the perfect blend of wildlife encounters, diverse landscapes, and rich cultures, making it an ideal itinerary for those who want to experience Africa’s top wildlife spectacles in just one week.
Why Choose a 7-Day Uganda, Kenya, and Tanzania Migration Safari?
✔ Witness the Great Migration – Follow millions of wildebeest, zebras, and antelopes across Masai Mara and Serengeti.
✔ Gorilla Trekking in Uganda – Spend an unforgettable hour with endangered mountain gorillas in Bwindi Impenetrable Forest.
✔ Big Five Sightings – Spot lions, leopards, elephants, rhinos, and buffalos in Africa’s top safari parks.
✔ Diverse Ecosystems – From lush rainforests to golden savannahs, experience Africa’s varied landscapes.
✔ Luxury & Comfort – Stay in handpicked lodges and tented camps, ensuring a premium safari experience.
Safari Itinerary Overview
This 7-day itinerary covers three East African countries, taking you through Bwindi Impenetrable National Park (Uganda), Masai Mara National Reserve (Kenya), and Serengeti National Park (Tanzania).
Day 1: Arrival in Entebbe, Uganda
Your adventure begins in Entebbe, Uganda, where you’ll be welcomed by your private guide and transferred to a luxury hotel. Depending on your arrival time, you can explore the Entebbe Botanical Gardens or visit the Uganda Wildlife Education Centre.
Highlights:
- Arrival in Uganda’s safari hub
- Optional city tour or nature walk
- Stay at Lake Victoria Serena Resort or similar luxury hotel
Day 2: Flight to Bwindi & Gorilla Trekking in Uganda
Take a scenic flight to Bwindi Impenetrable Forest, home to nearly half of the world’s mountain gorillas. After a briefing, embark on a gorilla trekking adventure, hiking through dense jungle to spend a magical hour with a habituated gorilla family.
In the evening, relax at a luxury eco-lodge with breathtaking views of the rainforest.
Highlights:
- Gorilla trekking in Bwindi Impenetrable Forest
- Close-up encounters with silverback gorillas
- Stay at Sanctuary Gorilla Forest Camp or Buhoma Lodge
Day 3: Flight to Nairobi, Kenya & Transfer to Masai Mara
After breakfast, take a flight to Nairobi, then continue with a scenic drive or charter flight to Masai Mara National Reserve, Kenya’s most famous safari destination.
Enjoy an afternoon game drive, tracking lions, cheetahs, and massive herds of wildebeest across the open plains.
Highlights:
- Fly from Uganda to Kenya
- Afternoon Big Five safari in Masai Mara
- Stay at Mara Serena Safari Lodge or Angama Mara
Day 4: Full-Day Game Drive in Masai Mara – Witness the Great Migration
Spend a full day following the migration herds across Masai Mara, where you may witness a dramatic Mara River crossing, with crocodiles lying in wait for wildebeest and zebras.
Enjoy a bush picnic lunch, surrounded by stunning savannah landscapes.
Highlights:
- Full-day Great Migration safari
- Predator sightings (lions, leopards, cheetahs)
- Stay at luxury tented camp with panoramic views
Day 5: Masai Mara to Serengeti – Crossing into Tanzania
After breakfast, travel to Isebania Border, where you’ll complete immigration formalities before crossing into Tanzania’s Serengeti National Park.
Upon arrival in Northern Serengeti, embark on an afternoon game drive, spotting migrating herds and the region’s famous big cats.
Highlights:
- Crossing from Kenya to Tanzania
- Afternoon Serengeti game drive
- Stay at Four Seasons Serengeti or Singita Mara River Camp
Day 6: Full-Day Safari in Serengeti – Following the Herds
Enjoy a full-day private game drive, tracking the Great Migration as they traverse the plains and cross the Mara River. This is an incredible opportunity to witness wildebeest in action, surrounded by predators like lions and cheetahs.
Highlights:
- Full-day Serengeti migration safari
- Sunset sundowners in the savannah
- Stay at Serengeti Under Canvas Camp
Day 7: Serengeti Morning Game Drive & Flight to Arusha
On your final morning, enjoy a sunrise game drive, capturing your last moments of the Serengeti’s incredible wildlife. After breakfast, take a charter flight back to Arusha, where you’ll have a farewell lunch before your international departure.
Highlights:
- Final game drive in Serengeti
- Scenic return flight to Arusha
- End of safari adventure
Best Time for a Uganda, Kenya & Tanzania Migration Safari
The Great Migration follows a circular pattern throughout the year. The best months to visit depend on what stage of the migration you want to witness:
✔ June – July: Grumeti River crossings as herds move north.
✔ July – October: Mara River crossings in Masai Mara and Northern Serengeti.
✔ November – December: Herds return south to Southern Serengeti.
✔ January – March: Calving season, attracting predators like lions and hyenas.
Packing List for a 7-Day Migration Safari
- Lightweight safari clothing in neutral colors
- Sturdy hiking boots & comfortable walking shoes
- High-quality binoculars & camera with zoom lens
- Sun protection (hat, sunglasses, sunscreen)
- Warm jacket for early morning game drives
- Travel documents, visas, and medications
Why a 7-Day Uganda, Kenya & Tanzania Safari is a Must-Do
✔ Experience three of East Africa’s most iconic destinations in one trip
✔ Follow the Great Migration herds across Kenya and Tanzania
✔ Enjoy world-class game drives, luxury accommodations, and expert-guided safaris
✔ Perfect balance of gorilla trekking, wildlife encounters, and cultural experiences
Conclusion
A 7-day Uganda, Kenya, and Tanzania migration safari offers the ultimate wildlife adventure, from gorilla trekking in Bwindi to following the migration in Masai Mara and Serengeti. This journey is perfect for those who want to see Africa’s most breathtaking natural wonders in just one week.
Book now and embark on an unforgettable East African safari experience!
