The Ultimate Safari Experience
East Africa, comprising countries like Kenya, Tanzania, Uganda and Rwanda is renowned for its exceptional safari experiences. The region boosts diverse landscapes, abundant wildlife and vibrant cultures making it one of the top safari destinations in Africa for safari enthusiasts.
Ultimate Safari Experiences for travelers and activities vary from private, excursions to accessible guided group tours each giving different opportunities to observe the African wildlife in their natural habitats. A lot of choices exist to enjoy the unique landscapes and rich wildlife of various safari destinations including game drives, boat safaris and hot air balloon safaris.
For an ultimate adventure at Carmine Safaris, we customize all of our safaris to meet our clients’ unique requirements and preferences. Your ideal safari can be planned by us according to your choice and preferences. we have compiled these choices for your reference and visualize your dream safari.
Whether you are seeking for off-the-beaten-track adventures, intimate or a glimpse into a glimpse of the African culture, we have you covered. Travel with Carmine Safaris and feel like a royal everywhere you go in East Africa. It is an unforgettable experience, one-in-a-lifetime moment and a heaven of pleasant surprises.
East Africa’s Greatest Safari Experiences and Activities
The Great Wildebeest Migration
The Great Wildebeest Migration is one of the biggest overland migrations in the world. This annual wildebeest migration involving millions of wildebeests along with thousands of zebras and some antelopes is a magnificent event that move travelers from all over the world to come and witness. Experience the Great Wildebeest Migration with Carmine Safaris and get front view sightings of this extraordinary and magnificent event.
Research has shown that over 2.5 million Wildebeests and several zebras, gazelles and other antelopes cross the Serengeti National Park and the Masai Mara National Reserve in search for green pastures for grazing. Each wildebeest moves between 800 to 1000 kilometers on a journey along the migration path. Those that are lucky can survive predators like the lions, leopards, hyenas, cheetahs, wild dogs and crocodiles.
The Big 5 African Safari
The Big 5 Safaris involves expeditions focused on spotting the five most iconic and sought-after animals in African wildlife: The Lion, Leopard, Elephant, Buffalo and Rhinoceros. The term “Big 5” was invented by the big-game hunters to refer to the five most difficult animals in Africa to hunt on foot, but as years went around it transformed into a widely embraced safari concept. These Big Fives are primary motivators for travelers embarking on game-viewing trips be it in the morning or evening. Seeing them in their natural habitat is so satisfying to a tourist and means the tour is a success.
The phrase “Big 5” was introduced in the 19th century by the big game hunters who identified the African Buffalo, Lion, Leopard, African Elephant and Rhinoceros as the five most difficult animals to hunt on foot in Africa. It is fortunate that the Big Five are not hunted any more but protected in national parks and game reserves and the name has become synonymous with Photographic safaris.
Gorilla Trekking
Watching gorillas up close in their natural habitat is an exhilarating safari experience that can never be leveled with any other wildlife encounter in Africa. It involves hiking through dense vegetation to find and observe habituated gorillas in their natural habitat with one –hour interaction once they are located. Gorilla trekking has for a long time been regarded as a once-in-a-lifetime experience by travelers.
Gorillas are found in only three countries in the world: Uganda, Rwanda and Democratic Republic of Congo living within four national parks of Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, Mgahinga Gorilla National Park, Volcanoes National Park and Virunga National Park. Our gorilla trekking experience offers profound wildlife experience, connecting visitors with one of Africa’s most iconic and endangered species. With responsible tourism practices, this adventure supports conservation while providing unforgettable memories of observing gorillas in their natural habitat.
Chimpanzee trekking
Trekking chimpanzees is an exhilarating adventure that allows visitors to observe humanity’s closest relatives in their natural habitat. Chimpanzees share about 98% of their DNA with humans making them act more like humans. chimpanzee trekking experience is primarily found in East Africa particularly in Uganda, Rwanda and Tanzania where guided treks lead through the tropical forests to observe these intelligent and social animals.
Chimpanzees are currently considered as endangered and their populations have declined due to habitat loss brought about by human activities and poaching. Chimpanzee population has decreased from millions to less than 300,000 over the past 50 years
Birding Safaris
East Africa is a birdwatcher’s paradise including countries like Uganda, Kenya, Rwanda and Tanzania with over 1500 bird species. Birding safaris are all year round and they offer bird ensuthiasts opportunities to spot a wide range of birds including endemics, spectacular species like the Shoebill Stork, Sunbirds, Hornbills, Eagles and Palearctic migrants during the northern winters.
Whether you are a casual birdwatcher, lister, twicher or just looking for a relaxing birding experience vacation, we have you covered for your birding tours. We will take you to the best birding spots in East Africa and connect you to our guides that have extensive knowledge about birds. Birding safaris in East Africa promise rich experience with diverse avifauna across stunning landscapes. Whether spotting flamingos in Kenya’s Rift Valley or endemics in Uganda’s Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, bird watchers find East Africa a compelling destination.
Hot Air Balloon Safaris
Balloon safaris offer a unique and breathtaking way to experience the beauty of African landscapes and wildlife. These incredible safaris are conducted at dawn and they provide a serene and panoramic views of the savannahs, national parks and wildlife below. Balloon safaris are popular in Tanzania’s Serengeti National Park and Kenya’s Masai Mara National Reserve in East Africa.
A tranquil and thrilling way to witness Africa’s natural beauty from above is through balloon safaris. With expert guidance and breathtaking views, these experiences are memorable highlights of safaris in places like Serengeti National Park or Masai Mara National Reserve.
Safari Game Drives
Safari Game Drives are a quintessential part of African safaris, offering thrilling opportunities to spot wildlife in their natural habitats. Conducted in specially designed 4×4 vehicles, game drives allow travelers to explore national parks, reserves and wilderness areas while searching for animals like the Big 5 (lions, leopards, elephants, buffalo and rhinoceros). Expert guides enhance the experience with knowledge of animal behavior and habitats.
Boat Safaris
Boat safaris offer a unique perspective on wildlife and landscapes by navigating through rivers and lakes. These safaris allow travelers to observe aquatic and semi-aquatic animals like hippos, crocodiles and variety of wildlife. Unlike the disorder of a game drive sailing downstream while seeing wildlife at the water’s edge gives a sensation of belonging to entirely a different realm. Boat cruises are done in different destinations like Murchison Falls National Park, Queen Elizabeth National Park, Lake Nakuru and Lake Naivasha National Parks, and Lake Manyara National Park.
Flying Safaris
A Fly-in safari makes involves use of light aircrafts to carry you between destinations so that you can see and do more on your safari. Fly-in safaris offer convenient and time saving way to experience African wildlife and landscapes. By flying directly into airstrips near or within the national parks and reserves, travelers bypass long road transfers typical of traditional safaris.
Expect stunning panoramic views and the benefit of avoiding long travel times. When your guide explains or describes the geography of an area or the vastness of the plains, your aerial vision gives you the whole image.
The best thing with fly-in safaris is that it streamlines access to Africa’s premier wildlife areas, maximizing time for safaris and ideal for travelers valuing time and convenience.