East Africa is a wild kingdom of extraordinary cultures, people, landscapes, and wildlife mingled in the world’s most spectacular side of the African continent. Our list of the most popular safari destinations in East Africa explores the untamed wonders of Uganda, Kenya, Tanzania, and Rwanda, featuring stirring scenes of wildlife, fascinating human cultures, and incredible landscapes beyond eternity.
This is the birthplace and home of the Africa Safari, where angulates stampede in their millions across the savannah plains. These are destinations where travelers marvel at lions, leopards, cheetahs, hyenas, and wild dogs roaming free in search of their next meal. Overwhelming scenes of abundance, life, death, untamed coexistence, and surprising fragility.
If there is a place fit for a perfect family hideaway this holiday in Uganda, none beats Broad Sands
Lodge. The place is tucked away on the charming island of Bugala in Ssese Islands on lake Victoria and
kalangala beach.
It’s luxurious though affordable cozy and relaxing beachfront destination with direct Water access.
Services like beachside massages and body scrubs, are ones to look out for especially if you yearn to be
pampered. The place also has an outdoor pool and sauna, spa services, a terrace, airport shuttle.
The family amenities at Broad include babysitting or child care, an onsite children’s playground,
soundproofed rooms, and free wifi among others.
Mweya Safari Lodge, Uganda
Mweya Safari Lodge is in the heart of Queen Elizabeth National Park with rare beauty purposely for
relaxation and revitalization. Surrounded by the magical Rwenzori Mountains, the place has a
panoramic view of the Kazinga channel, breathtaking crater lakes, and great rift valley hills with a beautiful
view of water flowing into the two giant lakes George and Edward.
A perfect holiday is worth spending time wandering among the stunning wildlife with wild beasts like
elephants, tree-climbing lions, chimpanzees, lion tracking in Queen Elizabeth, family boat cruises, and nature
walks in Queen Elizabeth National park among others. The place has family packages this holiday.
Everything about Magashi is a thrilling rehabilitating quest. Magashi’s home is the miraculous Akagera
National Park on Rwanda’s north-eastern border and the last remaining refuge for Savannah species.
Wake to a chorus of birds, elephants quietly wading into the lake, and a freshly brewed cup of coffee,
before heading out to experience the East African wild characterized by apex predators and their prey.
Try your hand at catch-and-release fishing or marvel at lions, white and black rhinos, buffalos, and
elephants roaming its hills and vast savannah Game drives, guided nature walks, and boating.
You end the day with a soothing massage and an evening of traditional stories, songs, and dance
accompanying traditional meals to give you a home away from home feel. From the famous ‘Rolex’
breakfast wrap to a traveling Kugisha dinner in Magashi’s six spacious tented suits with wifi connection
to stay connected with friends and family back home.
The place is also a perfect complement to your gorilla trekking experience in Rwanda.
The place is Family-Friendly with accommodation for Children aged six and above. However, a minimum
of three tents must be booked; children aged between six and 16 must share a room with an adult.
Elewana Kilindi, Tanzania
Located in Zanzibar is a pure retreat for couples characterized by natural simplicity, a true blend of
diverse cultures with dramatic architectural overtones of Middle Eastern heritage, situated in the
northwest of Zanzibar with 15 domed pavilions. The lodge is scattered across 54 acres of gentle hillside
overlooking Tumbatu Island and a fine white sand beach.
The place’s Main Pavilion overlooks a large 25-meter infinity pool which itself affords views out across
the sparkling warm waters of the Indian Ocean. Dining takes place either on the alfresco terrace or even
along the pristine white beach, which runs the length of the property. It is the best place for
honeymooners and lovers. The place can get quite stuffy and warm, too. Breakfast has plenty of choices,
from tropical fruits to original dishes off the menu, such as lobster eggs Benedict or a smoked snapper
croissant. Kilindi only accepts guests aged 16 and over.
A perfect family holiday suits Serengeti National Park. The 15,000 square kilometers World Heritage Site
is a home for over 2 million ungulates, 4000 lions, 1000 leopards, 550 cheetahs, and some 500 bird
species.
The endless Serengeti plains are dotted with trees and kopje trees from which majestic lions control their
kingdom and the elusive leopard in a riverine forest are worth a gaze.
Travel experts confirm that Serengeti is the only place where you can witness millions of migrating
wildebeest over the Acacia plains. Time tends to stand still when you are at Serengeti.
You can also feed the eyes on the genuine smiles of the Maasai people as you Indulge yourself or your family
with great game drives, spa treatments, a cocktail bar with the best possible views, and a gourmet food
experience among others. It is a warm place for families, couples, and groups, and perfect for everlasting memories allowing entry of children from the age of 12.
Masai Mara National Reserve, Kenya
A once-in-a-lifetime experience, the Masai Mara balloons at the Masai Mara National Reserve. The place
is one of the most famous and important wildlife conservation and wilderness areas in Africa, popular for
its exceptional populations of wildlife species and beasts like lions, leopards, cheetahs, and African bush
elephants. Literally, one of the best ways to experience the undisturbed African Wilderness. The place is
also a habitat for over 400 vibrant bird species found in the reserve.
The place has a variety of luxurious tents and lodges with a difference in location and budget.
Bush meals and sundowners are also memorable vacation experiences worth this holiday
Other activities in the Masai Mara are the cultural interactions with local communities among others
the Masai Mara warriors who are always ready to showcase their rich culture.
