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Day 1
Nairobi to Masai Mara National Reserve
Nairobi to Masai Mara National Reserve
Your safari begins in Nairobi, where you will meet your Traford Safaris guide. After a briefing, embark on a scenic drive through Kenya’s countryside towards the world-famous Masai Mara National Reserve. The journey takes you across the dramatic Great Rift Valley, offering stunning views and photo opportunities. Arrive at your lodge or camp in time for lunch and relaxation. In the evening, enjoy your first game drive, with a chance to spot elephants, giraffes, lions, and herds of wildebeest roaming the plains. Dinner and overnight stay in Masai Mara.
- Main Destination:
- Masai Mara National Reserve (Kenya)
- Accommodation:
- Mara Chui Resort
Wildlife in Masai Mara NR
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 2
Full-Day Game Drive in Masai Mara
Full-Day Game Drive in Masai Mara
Wake up to an early morning game drive in the Masai Mara, one of Africa’s most iconic safari destinations. Spend the entire day exploring the reserve, famous for its Big Five sightings and incredible diversity of wildlife. During the migration season (July–October), you may witness thousands of wildebeest and zebras crossing the Mara River. Break for a bush picnic lunch in the park before continuing your adventure across the rolling savannahs. Return to your lodge in the evening for dinner and a restful night.
- Main Destination:
- Masai Mara National Reserve (Kenya)
- Accommodation:
- Mara Chui Resort
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 3
Masai Village Cultural Experience
Masai Village Cultural Experience
After breakfast, head out for another game drive in the Mara, followed by a visit to a traditional Masai village. Here, you will learn about the Masai people’s way of life, culture, and traditions, including their unique dances, cattle-rearing practices, and colorful beadwork. This cultural exchange provides a deeper appreciation of Kenya’s heritage. Later, return to your lodge for relaxation or an optional evening game drive before dinner and overnight.
- Main Destination:
- Masai Mara National Reserve (Kenya)
- Accommodation:
- Mara Chui Resort
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 4
Masai Mara to Lake Nakuru National Park
Masai Mara to Lake Nakuru National Park
Leave the Mara after breakfast and drive towards Lake Nakuru National Park, a birdwatcher’s paradise and home to thousands of flamingos, pelicans, and over 400 bird species. The park also shelters white rhinos, buffaloes, lions, and leopards. Arrive in time for lunch, followed by an afternoon game drive around the lake and its surrounding acacia forests. Dinner and overnight stay near Lake Nakuru.
- Main Destination:
- Lake Nakuru National Park (Kenya)
- Accommodation:
- Maili Saba Camp
Wildlife in Lake Nakuru NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 5
Lake Nakuru to Nairobi – Flight or Land Transfer to Entebbe
Lake Nakuru to Nairobi – Flight or Land Transfer to Entebbe
Enjoy a relaxed breakfast before a short morning game drive. Later, transfer back to Nairobi and proceed to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport for your flight to Entebbe, Uganda. Depending on arrangements, a land transfer option is also possible. Upon arrival in Entebbe, you will be welcomed by a Traford Safaris representative and transferred to your overnight hotel.
- Main Destination:
- Entebbe (City, Uganda)
- Accommodation:
- 2 Friends Beach Hotel
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 6
Entebbe to Kibale Forest National Park
Entebbe to Kibale Forest National Park
After breakfast, begin your journey westwards to Kibale Forest National Park, known as the “Primate Capital of the World.” The drive takes you through lush landscapes, tea plantations, and small villages, offering a glimpse into Uganda’s countryside. Arrive at your lodge near Kibale in the evening, settle in, and prepare for the next day’s exciting chimpanzee trek. Dinner and overnight in Kibale.
- Main Destination:
- Kibale National Park (Chimps)
- Accommodation:
- Chimpanzee Forest Lodge
Wildlife in Kibale NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 7
Chimpanzee Trekking & Bigodi Wetland Walk
Chimpanzee Trekking & Bigodi Wetland Walk
Today is dedicated to chimpanzee trekking. After a briefing at the park headquarters, head into Kibale’s tropical rainforest in search of one of our closest relatives. The trek offers opportunities to also see red colobus monkeys, L’Hoest’s monkeys, and a variety of bird species. Spend an hour observing the chimpanzees as they feed, play, and swing through the trees. In the afternoon, enjoy a guided nature walk through the Bigodi Wetland Sanctuary, famous for birdlife and primates. Dinner and overnight stay in Kibale.
- Main Destination:
- Kibale National Park (Chimps)
- Accommodation:
- Chimpanzee Forest Lodge
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 8
Kibale to Queen Elizabeth National Park
Kibale to Queen Elizabeth National Park
Depart Kibale after breakfast and drive to Queen Elizabeth National Park, one of Uganda’s most visited safari parks. The journey offers scenic views of the Rwenzori Mountains and crater lakes. Upon arrival, enjoy a game drive as you head to your lodge. In the afternoon, take a boat cruise along the Kazinga Channel, a highlight of the park where elephants, hippos, crocodiles, and countless water birds thrive. Dinner and overnight in Queen Elizabeth National Park.
- Main Destination:
- Queen Elizabeth National Park (Uganda)
- Accommodation:
- Elephant Hab Lodge
Wildlife in Queen Elizabeth NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 9
Game Drive & Transfer to Lake Bunyonyi – Cross into Rwanda
Game Drive & Transfer to Lake Bunyonyi – Cross into Rwanda
Start the day with an early morning game drive in the Kasenyi Plains, where lions, leopards, buffaloes, and antelopes roam. After the game drive, continue to Lake Bunyonyi, Uganda’s most scenic lake, dotted with 29 islands and surrounded by rolling hills. Enjoy the peaceful atmosphere and stunning views before crossing into Rwanda in the evening. Arrive at your lodge near Volcanoes National Park for dinner and overnight.
- Main Destination:
- Volcanoes National Park (Gorillas)
- Accommodation:
- Le Bambou Gorilla Lodge
Wildlife in Volcanoes NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 10
Gorilla Trekking in Volcanoes National Park
Gorilla Trekking in Volcanoes National Park
This is the highlight of your safari – gorilla trekking in Volcanoes National Park. After a briefing at the park headquarters, join your trekking group and venture into the misty forests in search of the endangered mountain gorillas. The trek can last 2–6 hours depending on the gorillas’ location. Once found, spend an unforgettable hour observing these gentle giants in their natural habitat. Return to your lodge for relaxation and overnight.
- Main Destination:
- Volcanoes National Park (Gorillas)
- Accommodation:
- Le Bambou Gorilla Lodge
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 11
Golden Monkey Trekking & Evening Cultural Encounter
Golden Monkey Trekking & Evening Cultural Encounter
After breakfast, set out for golden monkey trekking in the bamboo forests of Volcanoes National Park. These playful and rare primates offer a completely different experience from gorilla trekking. In the evening, enjoy a cultural experience with the local community, where you may witness traditional dances, storytelling, and learn about Rwanda’s rich heritage. Dinner and overnight stay near Volcanoes National Park.
- Main Destination:
- Volcanoes National Park (Gorillas)
- Accommodation:
- Le Bambou Gorilla Lodge
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 12
Transfer to Kigali – City Tour & Departure
Transfer to Kigali – City Tour & Departure
After breakfast, depart for Kigali, Rwanda’s vibrant capital. Depending on your flight schedule, take a short city tour that may include the Kigali Genocide Memorial, local craft markets, and cultural sites. Later, you will be transferred to Kigali International Airport for your onward flight, marking the end of your 12-Day Kenya, Uganda, and Rwanda Safari with Traford Safaris Ltd.
- Main Destination:
- Kigali (Rwanda)
- Accommodation:
- No accommodation (End of tour)
- Meals & Drinks:
