During this 14 Days Masai Mara and Gorilla Tour, you will experience the best East Africa has to offer while visiting Kenya and Uganda. The safari starts in Nairobi and on the way towards Uganda you’ll experience the Masai Mara among other fascinating destinations. In Uganda, the highlight is trekking of chimpanzees and gorillas.
This 14-day Masai Mara and Uganda gorilla safari offers an incredible blend of wildlife encounters, cultural experiences, and breathtaking landscapes. From the vast plains of Masai Mara to the lush forests of Uganda, this journey promises unforgettable memories and thrilling adventures.
Your adventure begins upon arrival at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport in Nairobi. A professional guide will be there to welcome you and transfer you to your hotel. Spend the rest of the day unwinding from your journey. You can relax at the hotel, take a dip in the pool, or explore the city at your leisure. Enjoy dinner and an overnight stay at a comfortable hotel in Nairobi.
Meal Plan: Bed & Breakfast (BB)
After an early breakfast, embark on a scenic drive to the world-famous Masai Mara National Reserve. Enjoy the breathtaking landscapes and views of traditional Maasai homesteads along the way. Upon arrival at your lodge or camp, settle in and have lunch. Later, head out for an afternoon game drive where you’ll spot iconic wildlife, including lions, cheetahs, elephants, and buffaloes. Return to your lodge for dinner and overnight.
Meal Plan: Full Board (FB)
Start your day with an early morning game drive—this is the best time to spot big cats hunting. Explore different regions of the reserve and witness the diverse wildlife that calls Masai Mara home. After lunch, continue with more game viewing or opt for a visit to a Maasai village to experience their vibrant culture and traditional dances. Return for dinner and overnight at the lodge.
Meal Plan: FB
Enjoy another exciting day in Masai Mara with both morning and afternoon game drives. A sunrise game drive offers a chance to see nocturnal predators returning from a hunt. Later, capture incredible moments of the Big Five and other wildlife species. Return to the lodge for dinner and relaxation.
Meal Plan: FB
After breakfast, depart Masai Mara and drive to Lake Nakuru National Park. Arrive in time for lunch before heading out on an afternoon game drive. The park is famous for its vibrant flamingo population, rhinos, giraffes, and leopards. Enjoy the scenic beauty of the lake before returning to your lodge for dinner and an overnight stay.
Meal Plan: FB
Begin the day with an early morning game drive around Lake Nakuru. Look out for rhinos, zebras, and a variety of bird species. After breakfast, drive through Eldoret towards the Uganda border. Cross into Uganda and proceed to Tororo town for dinner and an overnight stay.
Meal Plan: FB
After breakfast, continue to Jinja, the town where the Nile River begins its long journey to the Mediterranean. Take a boat ride to the actual source of the Nile and explore local craft markets. Relax by the riverbanks before settling in at your hotel for dinner and overnight.
Meal Plan: FB
Enjoy a scenic drive through rolling hills, lush tea plantations, and the stunning countryside of western Uganda. Stop in Fort Portal for lunch before continuing to Kibale Forest National Park. Upon arrival, check in at your lodge and relax to the sounds of the rainforest.
Meal Plan: FB
After breakfast, embark on an exciting chimpanzee trekking adventure in Kibale Forest. With expert guides, track chimpanzees as they swing through the trees and interact in their natural habitat. Along the way, spot other primates and bird species. Spend the afternoon at leisure or exploring nearby community projects.
Meal Plan: FB
After breakfast, explore the stunning Crater Lakes region, known for its breathtaking scenery and unique landscapes. Later, drive to Queen Elizabeth National Park, arriving in time for lunch. In the evening, enjoy a scenic drive through the park and watch the sunset over the Kazinga Channel.
Meal Plan: FB
Set off on an early morning game drive to spot elephants, lions, buffalos, and leopards. Later in the afternoon, enjoy a relaxing boat safari on the Kazinga Channel, where you will see hippos, crocodiles, and a variety of water birds. Return to your lodge for dinner and overnight.
Meal Plan: FB
After breakfast, drive to the Ishasha sector, famous for its unique tree-climbing lions. Enjoy a game drive before continuing to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, home to the endangered mountain gorillas. Arrive in the evening, settle in, and prepare for the next day’s gorilla trekking adventure.
Meal Plan: FB
An early morning trek into Bwindi’s dense forest awaits. Accompanied by expert guides, track the mountain gorillas and spend an unforgettable hour observing them in their natural habitat. After the trek, drive to Lake Mburo National Park. In the evening, embark on a night game drive to spot nocturnal wildlife.
Meal Plan: FB
Start the day with a morning game drive in Lake Mburo, known for its zebras, impalas, and elands. After breakfast, drive back to Entebbe, stopping at the Equator for photos and a quick lunch. Arrive in Entebbe in the afternoon and transfer to the airport for your departure flight.
Meal Plan: Half Board (HB)
GORILLA TREKKING IN UGANDA & RWANDA
extraordinary experience that allows you to come face-to-face with Africa’s endangered mountain gorillas in their natural habitat
Uganda is home to over half of the world’s remaining mountain gorilla population