seki set departures
The Primate Edition
Uganda & Tanzania: A Soul-Stirring 8-Day Seki Set Departures Primate Safari
The Primate Edition Seki Set Departure offers an exciting alternative to the regular Big Five of East Africa. The five set departure dates between September and November venture across Tanzania and Uganda, for an 8-day adventure of tracking primates through ancient forests.
Embark on an unforgettable journey that brings together two of Africa’s most profound wildlife encounters. In the company of a small group of like-minded travellers, you’ll track chimpanzees on Rubondo Island in Tanzania, before venturing into Uganda’s mystical Bwindi Impenetrable Forest, home to the legendary mountain gorillas.
This is a rare and soul-stirring safari, a once-in-a-lifetime adventure that connects you deeply with nature, conservation, and the wild heart of East Africa. Shared with a maximum of just 9 other travellers.
Why book The Primate Edition:
- Primate trekking permits included
- Rubondo Island’s unique ecosystem
- Uganda’s mountain gorilla population
- Cultural encounters with local communities
- A private plane will accompany the group throughout the journey, from Nairobi (NBO) to Entebbe (EBB)
At a glance
7 Nights
Uganda & Tanzania
Primate Safari
Private Guide
Itinerary
Itinerary details
Day 1: Welcome to East Africa
Accommodation: Emara Ole Sereni
Board Basis: Dinner & Breakfast
Upon arrival at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, you’ll be warmly greeted and transferred to your Nairobi hotel for an overnight stay. This first day offers a chance to meet your dedicated safari host and connect with your fellow travellers. This is the start of the shared journey that lies ahead.
Take this time to unwind and settle in, letting the pace of the wild begin to unfold as you prepare for the adventures to come.
Day 2-4: Journey Beyond the Trees: Your Chimpanzee Safari Begins Here
Accommodation: Rubondo Island Camp
Board Basis: Game Package
After a sumptuous breakfast, you’ll transfer to Wilson Airport to board a private charter flight to Rubondo Island, Tanzania. With your private pilot at the helm, this scenic journey over forested shores and glittering lakes is sure to be an unforgettable part of the adventure.
On arrival, you’ll be warmly welcomed by an Asilia representative and transferred to Rubondo Island Camp, tucked within the heart of this lush tropical paradise. The island’s pristine forests are alive with wildlife, chimpanzees, Colobus monkeys, elephant, and over 300 species of birds, from fish eagles to African grey parrots.
Spend your afternoons unwinding on the deck, cooling off in the swimming pool, or heading out onto the waters of Lake Victoria for a birdwatching safari or a catch-and-release fishing experience in the deeper waters. This is a place of stillness, wonder, and wild beauty, perfect for meaningful encounters with nature and one another.
Day 5-7: Face to Face with Gentle Giants: Gorilla Trekking in Bwindi
Accommodation: Erebero Hills
Board Basis: Game Package
This morning, you’ll board your private charter flight to Kihihi Airstrip, where an Asilia representative will be waiting to welcome you and transfer you to Erebero Hills, a serene retreat perched at the edge of Uganda’s Bwindi Impenetrable Forest.
Perfectly positioned for gorilla trekking and forest walking, Erebero Hills offers easy access to two key departure points into the forest. After a soul-stirring day spent hiking in search of mountain gorillas, return to camp to unwind with a restorative massage or take in sweeping views of the forest canopy from the heated swimming pool.
Together with your fellow travellers, you’ll also have the chance to connect with the Batwa community, the forest’s original custodians. Explore their traditional knowledge of native plants, learn about tea cultivation, honey harvesting, and basket weaving, and witness how these practices are being revitalised through a dedicated reforestation project.
Day 8: Homeward Bound
Savour a final breakfast with panoramic views of the forest canopy, taking in the peaceful atmosphere one last time. You’ll then journey to Kihihi Airstrip for your flight to Entebbe, where you’ll connect with your onward travel arrangements.
As your East Africa adventure comes to a close, you’ll leave with lasting memories, new connections, and a deep sense of wonder inspired by the wild.
Includes: Personal meet & greet on arrival, dedicated specialist safari host, all meals throughout the itinerary, selected house beverages at safari camps and safari lodges, game drives and wildlife-viewing activities, all scheduled transfers and internal flights between accommodations, applicable park entry and government conservation fees, curated safari welcome gift package, 1x 30 min spa treatment per person (pre-booking required), limited laundry service during the stay, emergency medical evacuation cover.
Excludes: Premium drinks, any meals, beverages, or laundry services not explicitly included in the itinerary, gratuities, discretionary tipping, and personal expenses, flights and ground transfers not outlined in the confirmed itinerary, comprehensive travel and medical insurance (strongly recommended), visa application fees and related travel documentation costs, drinks at city hub accommodation.
At a glance
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