East Africa Combined Safaris

East Africa Combined Safaris – Exploring the hidden gems of East Africa in a single safari

East Africa combined safaris and tours take you on a journey of discovering the hidden treasures of Uganda, Rwanda, Kenya, Tanzania, Burundi, and the Democratic Republic of the Congo.

Taking an East Africa combined gorilla trekking safari is a chance for you to dive into the primates of the continent and learn new things. Additionally, East Africa combined wildebeest migration safaris as a gateway to the true African experience. These tours take travelers to at least two of the best East African countries. For travelers who have time, an East African Combined Safari itinerary can last for 10 or more days.

East African combined safaris will allow you to explore the region at length discovering some of the hidden gems. You will encounter animals like wildebeest, lions, elephants, buffalo, mountain gorillas, golden monkeys, chimpanzees, warthogs, hippos, baboons, etc.

Visiting places like Masai Mara National Reserve and Bwindi Impenetrable National Park for your East African combined trip or safari will turn your moments into memories. You will get up close with wildebeest during the wildebeest migration as well as mountain gorillas during the mountain gorilla trekking or habituation safari.  

Top Popular Itineraries Best for East Africa Combined Safaris

• 6 days luxury Uganda and Rwanda gorilla tour
• 14 days Uganda and Rwanda primate safari
• 15 days Uganda, Rwanda, and Zanzibar safari
• 22 days Tanzania Uganda and Rwanda safari (wildebeest migration and gorilla trekking)
• 10 days Kenya and Tanzania wildebeest migration safari
• 12 days Uganda and Kenya Big Five safari
• 15 days combined Uganda, Rwanda, Burundi, and Congo Safari
• 15 days Tanzania and Uganda wildebeest and gorilla trekking safari
• 11 days Serengeti and Bwindi safari
• 3 days Uganda gorilla trekking safari from Rwanda
• 20 days East Africa grand escape tour
• 24 days East Africa all-around tour

Note: All these itineraries can be tailored to fit your travel needs. We can tailor the itineraries depending on which country you want to begin and end your safari with. Talk to an expert combined East Africa safari planner from Bonita Tours to tailor your safari.

Why go for a combined East Africa Combined safari?

Taking on a combined East Africa safari is something worth your attention. East Africa is a popular safari destination in East Africa. Each of the countries in East Africa has something special to give to travelers. Below are some of the reasons why you should for a combined East Africa safari;

• Gorilla trekking in Uganda, Rwanda and Congo
• Wildebeest migration safaris in Serengeti and Masai Mara
• Chimpanzee trekking in Uganda and Rwanda
• Lowland gorilla trekking in Kahuzi-Biega National Park
• Cultural Tours in Uganda, Rwanda, and Kenya
• Kigali city tours
• White water rafting adventures on River Nile

All the above safari activities are enough reasons as to why one should embark on a combined East Africa safari.

Where to go for a combined East Africa Safari?

East Africa combined safaris involve one visiting or taking on a trip to at least two of the East African countries. East Africa region is made up of up to 10 countries however, only Uganda, Kenya, Rwanda, Tanzania, and the Democratic Republic of the Congo are the most popular safari destinations in the region. You may not necessarily have to combine all these countries in one trip as it might be somewhat expensive and time-consuming. However, visiting two or three countries will be a rewarding adventure. To be able to choose where to go for your East Africa combined safari, you need to know each country and the major tourist attractions. Thank God you are here;

Uganda – The Pearl of Africa: Most travelers who take on the East Africa combined safaris love starting with Uganda. Although the reason behind this habit is not clear, one might think of the country’s unique tourist attractions. Uganda is a landlocked country in East Africa with several safari destinations. From Bwindi Impenetrable National Park (known for mountain gorilla trekking) to Murchison Falls National Park (home to the world’s strongest waterfalls), Uganda remains a reliable safari destination to add to your travel list. Visit Queen Elizabeth National Park and see the rare tree-climbing lions. Kibale National Park is a prime destination for chimpanzee tracking. You may take on a white water rafting adventure at the source of the Nile or hike the snow-capped Rwenzori Mountains. Uganda also offers amazing cultural tours in all of its safari destinations.

Magical Kenya: Located in the eastern part of Africa neighboring the Indian Ocean, Kenya is a true reflection of the name “Magical Kenya.” Kenya is home to several national parks among which include; Amboseli National Park, Mt. Kenya National Park, Nairobi National Park, Hells Gate National Park, Masai Mara National Reserve, Tsavo East National Park, Lake Nakuru National Park, and many more. Each of these national Parks offers unique wildlife encounters in the region. The standout safari activity that should not be missed on your combined East Africa safari list is the wildebeest migration safari in Masai Mara National Reserve.  A game drive in the Mara Reserve brings you up close with the wildebeests as they cross the crocodile-invested Mara River.

Rwanda – The land of a thousand hills: Talking of the best East Africa safari destinations, Rwanda should not be left behind. Regardless of the small size and the country’s emotional history, Rwanda’s tourism industry is rising to glory now and then. The country offers exceptional gorilla trekking adventures in Volcanoes National Park as well as classic city tours. Visiting Akagera National Park allows you to see the Big Five during your safari. Chimpanzee tracking and canopy walking are exceptional safari activities offered in Nyungwe National Park. Travelers who fancy sitting by the lakeside to enjoy dusk and dawn take on safaris to Lake Kivu.

Tanzania: Dubbed the second-largest country in East African country, Tanzania is home to magical safari destinations and tourist attractions. It is important to note that a third of Tanzania’s land is covered by savannah plains and National Parks. Visit Serengeti National Park and get up close to the wildebeest migration experience. You can also visit the Ngorongoro Conservation Area to see Oduvai Gorge a place where the remains of early man were first discovered. The Ngorongoro crater is the largest in the world.

Congo – visit lowland gorillas: The Democratic Republic of the Congo is the biggest country in East Africa. The country is equally big in experience. Visiting the Virunga National Park for mountain gorilla trekking is a rewarding experience. You will also enjoy a visit to Kahuzi-Biega National Park for lowland gorilla trekking. This tour can easily be combined with the Mt. Nyiragongo hike for an extraordinary experience.

What is the best time to go for a combined East Africa safari?

East African safari destinations are open for tourism all year round, however, the dry and wet seasons present different experiences to travelers. For example, activities like gorilla trekking and hiking can best be done during the dry seasons (June to September and December to February). On the other hand, the rainy seasons (March to May and October to November) are generally considered low tourism seasons and thus come with a reduction in accommodation prices. Additionally, national parks tend to be crowd-free during the wet seasons. Generally, the best time to take on a combined East Africa Safari depends on the activities of your interest and your travel budget.