7-Day Kenya and Uganda Combination - Bush & Bwindi

• You'll be collected from the airport.
• Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.

Nairobi to Masai Mara – The journey begins

Pickup from international to domestic to board your flight from Nairobi and enjoy the scenic views as you land directly in the Masai Mara. Our representative will meet you at the airstrip, and you will be driven to Ilora Retreats. After checking into your tent and having lunch, head out for your first afternoon game drive, where you might spot elephants, lions, or even a cheetah on the move. Return to camp in the early evening, freshen up, and enjoy a relaxed dinner under the open sky. Unwind by the fire or rest up for the adventures ahead.

Main Destination:

Masai Mara National Reserve (Kenya)

Best Time To Visit June to October (For general wildlife viewing) and July or August to October (For wildebeest migration)

High Season June to October and December to March

Best Weather June to October (Sunny, but not too hot)

Wildlife in Masai Mara NR

ElephantCommon

GiraffeCommon

LionCommon

CheetahCommon

ZebraAbundant

WildebeestAbundant

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BuffaloCommon

HippoCommon

HyenaCommon

LeopardOccasional

Black RhinoRare

Wild DogVery Rare

White RhinoNone

Accommodation:

Ilora Retreats

• Luxury tented camp located inside Masai Mara NR (Kenya)

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Safari adventures & unique experiences

Over the next three days, you will have the opportunity to explore the Masai Mara on private morning and evening game drives. Your guide will take you to the best spots for wildlife sightings, giving you plenty of chances to capture the big cats, elephants, and more. In between drives, relax at the camp, take in the breathtaking views, and enjoy meals at your own pace.

Main Destination:

Masai Mara National Reserve (Kenya)

Accommodation:

Ilora Retreats

• Luxury tented camp located inside Masai Mara NR (Kenya)

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Continue Exploring Masai Mara

Unique experiences in the wild. Start your morning with a guided bush walk, or you can opt for yoga sessions (extra cost), the choice is yours. Then enjoy a bush breakfast out in nature. After lunch, head out for an afternoon game drive. Back at camp, relax by the pool or opt for a spa treatment (extra cost). Enjoy high tea with a tribal dance performance, followed by another short drive into the wild. End your evening with a sundowner on the sky deck and a BBQ dinner under the stars. If you are up for it, catch a movie at the outdoor Bushflix setup.

Main Destination:

Masai Mara National Reserve (Kenya)

Accommodation:

Ilora Retreats

• Luxury tented camp located inside Masai Mara NR (Kenya)

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Farewell to the Wild

Ease into your morning with a sunrise game drive; there's magic in spotting wildlife as the savannah awakens. Return for a hearty breakfast back at camp or, if you're feeling adventurous, request a bush breakfast at a new scenic spot.

Mid-morning, take time to unwind. Choose a peaceful yoga session surrounded by nature (optional, extra cost) or indulge in a spa treatment designed to soothe after days of adventure.

After lunch, experience a slower rhythm of the wild with a guided bush walk, learn how to read animal tracks and uncover the secrets of the land from local guides. As the day cools, enjoy a cultural treat: high tea accompanied by live tribal dance performances.

As dusk approaches, set off on a golden-hour game drive, leading you to a magical sundowner moment on our sky deck. Cap off the evening with a flame-grilled BBQ dinner beneath a blanket of stars, and if you're still up for more, grab your popcorn, Bushflix under the stars awaits.

Main Destination:

Masai Mara National Reserve (Kenya)

Accommodation:

Ilora Retreats

• Luxury tented camp located inside Masai Mara NR (Kenya)

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Journey to the Gorilla Highlands & Community Interactions

After breakfast, take a scenic flight to Uganda’s western region, gateway to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park. On arrival, transfer to Buhoma, your base for the next two nights. Settle in and take time to explore the local community and learn about the region’s biodiversity. As evening falls, enjoy a delicious dinner and a briefing about your upcoming gorilla trek.

Main Destination:

Bwindi Impenetrable National Park (Gorillas)

Best Time To Visit June to August and December to February (Gorilla trekking is easiest)

High Season June to September (Gorilla permits are scarce)

Best Weather June to July and December to February (Less rainfall)

Wildlife in Bwindi Impenetrable NP

GorillaCommon

ChimpanzeeRare

ElephantRare

White RhinoNone

Black RhinoNone

LionNone

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GiraffeNone

LeopardNone

CheetahNone

BuffaloNone

ZebraNone

WildebeestNone

HippoNone

Accommodation:

Bwindi Lodge

• Luxury lodge bordering Buhoma (Bwindi Impenetrable NP, Uganda) without fences

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Gorilla Trekking & Forest Exploration

Rise early for a briefing by your expert guides, then set off into the dense forest of Bwindi. Trek through lush vegetation before coming face-to-face with a gorilla family. Spend a magical hour observing these gentle giants in their natural habitat. Return to your lodge for a well-earned rest and evening reflection on your extraordinary experience.

Main Destination:

Bwindi Impenetrable National Park (Gorillas)

Accommodation:

Bwindi Lodge

• Luxury lodge bordering Buhoma (Bwindi Impenetrable NP, Uganda) without fences

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Departure

The last day, wake to the sounds of the forest one last time. After breakfast, transfer to the airstrip for your return flight to Entebbe and onward connection to Nairobi. And if you don’t have to head home just yet, why stop here? Extend your adventure and explore more of what Uganda has to offer. Head to Queen Elizabeth National Park to see the Big Five, or North to Murchison Falls to watch the sun set while sipping drinks on the River Nile.

Main Destination:

Nairobi (City, Kenya)

Accommodation:

No accommodation (End of tour)

Meals & Drinks:

• Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included)
• Drinks not included

• Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost.
• You'll be dropped off at the airport.