14-Day Kenya Maasai Mara and Uganda Gorilla Tracking

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

Arrival in Nairobi, Kenya

Activities: Pick-up at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport. Safari briefing by your guide. Optional Nairobi city tour (depending on arrival time)
Accommodation: Eka Hotel or Tamarind Tree Hotel – modern comfort, close to the airport
What to Expect: Smooth arrival, warm East African hospitality, and time to settle into the journey ahead.

Main Destination:

Nairobi Airport (Nairobi, Kenya)

Accommodation:

Tamarind Tree Hotel

• Mid-range hotelnear Nairobi (City, Kenya)

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Meals & Drinks:

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

Nairobi to Maasai Mara National Reserve

Activities: Early departure via the dramatic Great Rift Valley. Lunch en route in Narok town. Afternoon game drive upon entering the Maasai Mara.
Accommodation: Ashnil Mara Camp / Mara Sopa Lodge – tented luxury with savannah views
What to Expect: Your first close encounters with giraffes, zebras, wildebeest, and big cats across the golden plains.

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:

Masai Mara Sopa Lodge

• Mid-range lodge located inside Masai Mara NR (Kenya)

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Meals & Drinks:

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

Game Drive and Maasai Mara Expedition

Activities: Dawn and dusk game drives in different sectors. Optional Maasai village visit (cultural dance, traditional huts, beadwork). Picnic lunch in the wild.
Accommodation: Same as Day 2
What to Expect: Exceptional wildlife viewing – lions on the prowl, herds of elephants, and perhaps a cheetah sprint. Ideal during migration season.

Main Destination:

Masai Mara National Reserve (Kenya)

Accommodation:

Masai Mara Sopa Lodge

• Mid-range lodge located inside Masai Mara NR (Kenya)

Meals & Drinks:

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

From Maasai Mara - Lake Nakuru National Park

Activities: Morning drive out of the Masai Mara. Arrive at Lake Nakuru National Park for an afternoon game drive. Visit viewpoints like Baboon Cliff or Lion Hill.
Accommodation: Lake Nakuru Lodge / Sarova Lion Hill Game Lodge – perched with panoramic lake views
What to Expect: Flamingos, endangered white and black rhinos, tree-climbing lions, and bushy landscapes.

Main Destination:

Lake Nakuru National Park (Kenya)

Best Time To Visit June to February (Best for wildlife viewing; little rain)

High Season July to February (The park gets very busy)

Best Weather June to February (Little rainfall)

Wildlife in Lake Nakuru NP

GiraffeCommon

White RhinoCommon

BuffaloCommon

ZebraCommon

HippoCommon

Black RhinoOccasional

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LionOccasional

LeopardOccasional

HyenaOccasional

ElephantNone

CheetahNone

WildebeestNone

Wild DogNone

Accommodation:

Lake Nakuru Lodge

• Mid-range lodge located inside Lake Nakuru NP (Kenya)

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Meals & Drinks:

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

Lake Nakuru - Jinja, Uganda (via Busia Border)

Activities: Long scenic cross-border journey into Uganda. Border clearance at Busia (assistance provided). Arrival in Jinja, the Nile's adventure capital. On arrival, you can relax or catch the sunset at the source of the Nile
Accommodation: Nile Village Hotel or 2Friends Guesthouse – riverside relaxation
What to Expect: Change in scenery and tempo, from savannahs to riverbanks; perfect for sunset over the Nile.

Main Destination:

Jinja (Town, Uganda)

Accommodation:

2 Friends Guest House

• Mid-range guest housein Jinja (Town, Uganda)

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Meals & Drinks:

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

Jinja Cultural Adventures – Nile River Exploration

Activities: Choose your thrill: white-water rafting, kayaking, tubing, or quad biking. Visit the Source of the Nile with a boat ride. Explore Jinja’s colonial architecture and craft markets. Optional sunset cruise with drinks, cultural exploration.
Accommodation: Same as Day 5
What to Expect: High adrenaline or slow exploration, your choice. This is Africa’s adventure playground.

Main Destination:

Jinja (Town, Uganda)

Accommodation:

2 Friends Guest House

• Mid-range guest housein Jinja (Town, Uganda)

Meals & Drinks:

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

Jinja -to Kibale National Park (Western Uganda)

Activities: Drive through lush countryside, tea estates, and rural villages. Optional lunch stop at a local farm or café in Fort Portal.
Accommodation: Turaco Treetops or Isunga Lodge, forest-side eco-lodges with stunning views.
What to Expect: Fresh air, forest surroundings, and primates chattering in the treetops.

Main Destination:

Kibale National Park (Chimps)

Best Time To Visit January to February and June to July (Chimp trekking is easiest)

High Season June to September (Peak time for Uganda)

Best Weather January to February and June to July (Least rain)

Wildlife in Kibale NP

ChimpanzeeCommon

ElephantOccasional

BuffaloOccasional

LionVery Rare

LeopardVery Rare

HippoRare

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GiraffeNone

White RhinoNone

Black RhinoNone

CheetahNone

ZebraNone

WildebeestNone

Accommodation:

Turaco Treetops Lodge

• Mid-range lodge bordering Kibale NP (Chimps, Uganda) without fences

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Meals & Drinks:

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

Chimpanzee Tracking in Kibale Forest National Park

Activities: Early morning briefing and forest walk to track wild chimpanzees. Observe chimp social behaviour up close. Afternoon community walk in Bigodi Wetlands (local guides, birdlife, traditional healers).
Accommodation: Same as Day 7
What to Expect: A vibrant rainforest filled with sound. Chimps swinging above, monkeys rustling leaves, and welcoming local communities.

Main Destination:

Kibale National Park (Chimps)

Accommodation:

Turaco Treetops Lodge

• Mid-range lodge bordering Kibale NP (Chimps, Uganda) without fences

Meals & Drinks:

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

Kibale National Park to Queen Elizabeth National Park

Activities: Morning crater lake drive – breathtaking caldera views. Arrive in Queen Elizabeth NP; enjoy an afternoon game drive in Kasenyi Plains.
Accommodation: Enganzi Game Lodge / Twin Lakes Safari Lodge- elevated, wild views
What to Expect: Watch elephants roam beneath the Rwenzori Mountains. Spotted hyenas, antelopes, and even leopards are possible.

Main Destination:

Queen Elizabeth National Park (Uganda)

Best Time To Visit January to February and June to July (Dry seasons)

High Season June to September (Peak time for Uganda)

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

Wildlife in Queen Elizabeth NP

ChimpanzeeOccasional

ElephantCommon

LionCommon

BuffaloCommon

HippoAbundant

LeopardOccasional

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GiraffeNone

White RhinoNone

Black RhinoNone

CheetahNone

ZebraNone

WildebeestNone

Wild DogNone

Accommodation:

Twin Lakes Safari Lodge

• Mid-range lodge located just outside Queen Elizabeth NP (Uganda)

Meals & Drinks:

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

Kazinga Channel Boat Safari and Tree Climbing Lion Game Drive

Activities: Morning game drive in search of lions and hyenas. Afternoon boat cruise on the Kazinga Channel – hippos, crocs, elephants at the shoreline and guided evening walking.
Accommodation: Same as Day 9
What to Expect: A photographer’s paradise with animals on land and water, and the biggest buffalo herds in Uganda.

Main Destination:

Queen Elizabeth National Park (Uganda)

Accommodation:

Twin Lakes Safari Lodge

• Mid-range lodge located just outside Queen Elizabeth NP (Uganda)

Meals & Drinks:

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

From Queen Elizabeth to Bwindi Impenetrable Forest Via Ishasha Sector

Activities: Drive south through the remote Ishasha sector. Game drive for the famous tree-climbing lions. Arrival in Bwindi in the late afternoon.
Accommodation: Ichumbi Gorilla Lodge / Rushaga Gorilla Camp – rustic charm near the trailheads.
What to Expect: Cooler temperatures, misty hills, and the feeling that you're approaching something sacred.

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:

Ichumbi Gorilla Lodge

• Mid-range lodge just outside Bwindi Impenetrable NP (Gorillas, Uganda)

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Meals & Drinks:

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

Gorilla Trekking in Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National Park

Activities: Early start for gorilla trek briefing and group allocation. Hike through thick jungle terrain to find your gorilla family. Spend one magical hour observing these gentle giants. Optional Batwa community experience.
Accommodation: Same as Day 11.
What to Expect: Emotion, awe, exhaustion, and connection. One of the most unforgettable wildlife experiences in the world.

Main Destination:

Bwindi Impenetrable National Park (Gorillas)

Accommodation:

Ichumbi Gorilla Lodge

• Mid-range lodge just outside Bwindi Impenetrable NP (Gorillas, Uganda)

Meals & Drinks:

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

From Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National Park to Lake Bunyonyi

Activities: Short scenic drive to Lake Bunyonyi, Uganda’s deepest and prettiest lake. Dugout canoeing, island tours, swimming, and birdwatching. Optional zip-lining or village walk.
Accommodation: Arcadia Cottages / Bunyonyi Rock Resort – tranquil lakeside cottages.
What to Expect: Rest and reflect in serene beauty. Lush hills, clear waters, and African jacanas skipping across the reeds.

Main Destination:

Lake Bunyonyi (Uganda)

Accommodation:

Lake Bunyonyi Rock Resort

• Mid-range resort located at Lake Bunyonyi (Uganda)

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Meals & Drinks:

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

Return to Entebbe or Kampala via the Equator

Activities: Long return drive to Kampala or Entebbe. Lunch stop and photo session at the Equator. Drop-off at Entebbe International Airport or optional overnight stay.
What to Expect: End of an epic journey, full of memories, stories, and soul-filling moments.

Main Destination:

Entebbe (City, Uganda)

Accommodation:

No accommodation (End of tour)

Meals & Drinks:

• Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included)
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

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