7-Day Serengeti and Chimpanzee Safari

This 7-day Tanzania wildlife and chimpanzee safari offers a well-rounded adventure through some of the country’s most iconic destinations. The journey begins in Serengeti National Park, where you will have the opportunity to encounter the Big Five—lions, leopards, buffaloes, elephants, and rhinos.

The experience continues to Rubondo Island, a secluded island in Lake Victoria known for its untouched sub-tropical ecosystem. Here, both elephants and chimpanzees roam freely, providing a rare and immersive wildlife encounter.

Safari Highlights

• Days 1–3: Central Serengeti
• Days 4–6: Lake Victoria (Rubondo Island)
• Day 7: Departure

Detailed Itinerary

Days 1–3: Central Serengeti

Upon arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport, you will be received by your driver-guide, assisted through arrival procedures, and transferred to the domestic terminal for your scheduled flight to Central Serengeti. Depending on your arrival time, an overnight stay in Arusha may be required prior to departure.

After landing at the Serengeti airstrip, you will be welcomed by your camp guide and transferred to your accommodation. Take time to relax before heading out for an afternoon game drive, followed by dinner at camp.

You will spend three nights at Dunia Camp, with all meals, selected beverages, and shared game drives included. Your guide will help tailor daily activities to your preferences—whether it’s early morning game drives, relaxed afternoons at camp, or full-day excursions with packed lunches across the plains.

Dunia Camp is strategically located to explore key wildlife areas, including Seronera, Moru Kopjes, and the Southern Serengeti Plains. The Seronera River attracts a high concentration of wildlife, making it ideal for predator sightings. Moru Kopjes, with their ancient granite formations, serve as vantage points for big cats and may even offer a chance to spot the elusive black rhino.

At certain times of the year, vast herds of wildebeest, zebras, and gazelles pass through this region as part of the Great Migration. On occasion, these herds can be seen grazing right from the camp itself.

Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Dunia Camp

Days 4–6: Lake Victoria (Rubondo Island)

After breakfast, you will transfer to the airstrip for your flight to Rubondo Island.

Upon arrival, a camp guide will receive you and transfer you to Rubondo Island Camp via a scenic drive. This remote island will be your base for the next three nights, with all meals, scheduled activities, and two chimpanzee trekking permits included.

Your guide will plan daily activities based on your interests and the movement patterns of the chimpanzees. Located in the southwestern part of Lake Victoria, Rubondo Island spans approximately 26 km in length and 10 km at its widest point, with most of its landscape covered in untouched forest.

The camp is set along the lakeshore, offering tranquil views and a truly secluded atmosphere. With only a small presence of park wardens, researchers, and camp staff, the island remains largely undisturbed by human activity and serves as a sanctuary for endangered species.

Rubondo Island is also associated with Professor Bernhard Grzimek’s “Noah’s Ark Project,” carried out in collaboration with the Frankfurt Zoological Society. Between 1966 and 1969, several endangered species—including 16 West African chimpanzees—were relocated to the island.

One of the key experiences here is guided chimpanzee trekking through dense tropical forest. On average, about 92% of visitors successfully observe chimpanzees during their habituation experience.

Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Rubondo Island Camp

Day 7: Departure

On your final day, enjoy breakfast at the camp before checking out. You will then transfer to the airstrip for your return flight to Kilimanjaro International Airport via Seronera.

Upon arrival, you will connect to your international flight or proceed to your next destination.

End of 7-Day Serengeti and Chimpanzee Safari

Safari Inclusions

• All park entry fees and conservation charges
• Domestic flights (Kilimanjaro – Serengeti – Rubondo – Kilimanjaro)
• 6 nights’ luxury accommodation at Serengeti National Park and Rubondo Island National Park
• All meals as specified (fresh, chef-prepared bush cuisine)
• Selected premium beverages at camp
• Expert English-speaking safari guides and rangers
• Shared scheduled game drives in Serengeti
• Guided chimpanzee trekking experience (2 permits included)
• All scheduled activities on Rubondo Island (forest walks, birding, relaxation)
• Airport meet & greet with seamless transfers
• Government taxes and VAT

Safari Exclusions

• International flights to/from Tanzania
• Visa fees and travel insurance (highly recommended)
• Tips & gratuities (guideline: $15–$25 per person/day)
• Personal expenses (souvenirs, laundry, private drinks, etc.)
• Optional activities not listed (e.g., hot air balloon safari over Serengeti)
• Additional accommodation before/after the safari
• Any increase in park fees or government taxes

Why This Safari Stands Out

• Front-row seats to the Great Serengeti wildlife drama
• Rare chimpanzee encounters on a wild, untouched island
• Seamless blend of savannah safari + tropical rainforest adventure
• Low crowds, high exclusivity, and raw, authentic Africa