A Quintessential Kenya And Uganda Itinerary (Gorillas & Big 5 Safari)

A Quintessential Kenya And Uganda Itinerary (Gorillas & Big 5 Safari) for 9 days through Kenya and Uganda spotting some of Africa’s most well known wildlife. Start with the “big five” in Masai Mara, search for gorillas in the Bwindi National Park.

• Enjoy guided safari game drives for close encounters with the Big 5, including lions.
• Experience the Masai Mara’s iconic migration of zebras, gazelles, and wildebeests.
• Observe elephants, Africa’s largest species, in their natural habitats and at watering holes.
• Trek Bwindi’s ancient rainforest and encounter the rare mountain gorillas with an expert.
• Discover Bwindi at your pace with tailored recommendations from your Destination Expert.

Destinations visited: Nairobi, Masai Mara, Entebbe, Bwindi

A Detailed Kenya And Uganda Itinerary (Gorillas & Big 5)

Day 1: Get Settled

You will be escorted privately from your Nairobi hotel to the airport.

We will do all in our power to ensure your safety and security while you are in our care. Accordingly, a “Flying Doctors” insurance policy is given to every passenger in case of the very improbable occurrence of a major sickness or accident. The cost of the evacuation flight back to Nairobi for treatment is covered by this emergency evacuation insurance, but it does not cover the cost of any medical care that may be received. For complete peace of mind, we advise getting travel insurance.

Where you’ll be staying
Fairmont Norfolk Hotel
Fairmont

Day 2: Nairobi TO Masai Mara

The Adventure Begins

You will be escorted privately from your Nairobi hotel to the airport.

Enjoy the beautiful scenery as we take a short trip from Nairobi to Masai Mara today. The flight should take around 45 minutes.

There are some baggage limits for this flight that you should be aware of: One person is allowed a maximum of thirty-two pounds, or fifteen kilograms. All bags should have soft-shelled utensils. 3. For more information, please contact your Destination Expert; they can assist you with arranging extra baggage allowance at an additional cost.

A shuttle will be provided by your lodge to take you from your accommodations to the local airfield.

Embark on an exhilarating game drive this afternoon with your knowledgeable guide, making sure to keep a lookout for giraffes. The typical habitat of giraffes includes grasslands, open woods, and savannas. Their ability to browse at heights that other herbivores cannot allows them to favour regions with abundant acacia trees, a vital food supply. While adults are generally safe from predators, young calves are easy prey for animals like lions, leopards, spotted hyenas, and feral dogs. It is normal for giraffes to congregate for a few hours of feeding or mingling before going their separate ways to graze. The practice of “neckings,” in which the male participant uses his neck as a weapon in combat, helps to establish social hierarchies among males. Mating rights are granted to females based on these displays, and the sole duty of nurturing their young is subsequently placed on their shoulders.

Where you’ll be staying
Kichwa Tembo
Superior Tent Package (1-3 Nights)

Day 3: Masai Mara

Lose Yourself in Nature

Masai Mara | The Safari of a LIFETIME!

You and your knowledgeable guide will go on a game drive first thing in the morning today. Many different kinds of animals call the Masai Mara their home. The park is teeming with a wide variety of animals, including the Big Five—lions, rhinos, elephants, buffalo, and leopards—as well as countless more, such as impalas, topics, hartebeests, zebras, and Masai giraffe. Among the more than 450 bird species found there are hornbills, crowned cranes, ostriches, long-crested eagles, African pygmy falcons, marabou storks, vultures, and secretary birds.

During this afternoon, your knowledgeable guide will pick you up from your lodge and take you on a game drive in the Masai Mara, with a special emphasis on lions. The savanna and grasslands are typical habitats for lions, which are known to be exceptionally sociable cats and to have an average life expectancy of 10–14 years. Lion prides are made up of a small number of adult males, a small number of females that are connected to each other, and their young. While prides of female lions hunt in groups, male lions are instantly recognisable by their manes and enormous faces, making them one of the most culturally significant animals.

Day 4: Masai Mara

Your game drive this morning will begin bright and early with the help of your guide. The zebra, Thomson’s gazelle, and wildebeest migrations that take place every year in the Masai Mara are what bring the area its famed abundance of wildlife. You have the best opportunity of seeing these magnificent herds from July to October, when they migrate north into Masai Mara from the Serengeti, however sightings are never certain because the herds follow their food supply.

Embark on a wildlife drive across the breathtaking Masai Mara in the afternoon. Animals come out of hiding and start moving about more as the sun goes down and the plains get cooler. Keep an eye out for a herd of elephants as they make their way to rivers and watering holes for a refreshing drink and a mud bath. The typical life expectancy of an elephant, the biggest terrestrial animal on the planet, is fifty to seventy years. If you’re lucky, you’ll get to witness the largest animals on Earth—African elephants—on your safari in the Masai Mara.

Where you’ll be staying
Kichwa Tembo
Superior Tent Package (1-3 Nights)

Day 5: Masai Mara TO Entebbe

En Route

Is a Masai Mara Safari Worth the Hype? (Honest Opinion)

Take a flight that departs from Masai Mara and lands in Entebbe, Uganda. The airport in Kisumu is where you will cross the border on your flight.

From the airport to your hotel in Entebbe, a private transfer is arranged.

Where you’ll be staying
Hotel Number 5
Luxury Apartment

Day 6: Entebbe TO Bwindi

On the Road Again

From the airport to your hotel in Entebbe, a private transfer is arranged.

From Entebbe, you can take an aircraft to Bwindi. One hour and thirty minutes is about how long the flight is.

The combined weight of your carry-on and checked bags cannot exceed 15 kilogrammes (32 pounds) for this flight. Please pack lightly, as there are situations where a purse or backpack is not deemed carry-on and will not be weighed as part of your weight restriction. Nevertheless, there are other occasions where this is not always the case.

You will be escorted privately from the Bwindi airport to your lodging.

Where you’ll be staying
Mahogany Springs Lodge
Superior Suite

Day 7: Bwindi

Cross an Item off the Bucket List

Bwindi Impenetrable National Park | The Ultimate Guide to Gorilla Trekking

Early this morning, don your hiking boots and set out into the steamy jungles covering the peaks of Bwindi Impenetrable National Park in search of the rare mountain gorillas. You’re in for one of the most amazing wildlife experiences of your life. One of the greatest spots on Earth to witness these intriguing apes is in this park. As you explore this immaculate reserve, your knowledgeable park guides will keep an eye out for the local gorilla families and provide explanations on the plants and animals you see. A genuinely hypnotic experience with the gorillas awaits you after a trek through the enchanting Bwindi forest. Feel more at one with nature by spending an hour watching them in their natural home from a safe distance. It can take anything from five to eight hours to follow the gorillas, depending on the weather and their whereabouts. Back at your lodge for dinner and the night.

Keep in mind that tracking gorillas is only permitted to those who are at least 15 years old.

Where you’ll be staying
Mahogany Springs Lodge
Superior Suite

Day 8: Bwindi

Cultural Immersion

Immerse yourself in local culture as you venture out on a community walk in the surrounds of your lodge in the Bwindi Impenetrable National Park area. This gorgeous corner of Africa has long been inhabited by tenacious tribes. Meet the people who live in Bwindi; meet with a traditional healer, or possibly understand the processes employed in alcohol brewing. Depending on the time of the year you may be able to visit a nearby school and interact with the youngsters who are always interested about meeting overseas tourists. Gain a greater understanding of Africa and its people with these immersive trips, which deliver really authentic and unforgettable experiences.

It should be noted that there may be additional fees for some activities.

Where you’ll be staying
Mahogany Springs Lodge
Superior Suite

Day 9: Bwindi TO Entebbe

Until Next Time…

You will be escorted privately from the Bwindi airport to your lodging.
Get on a plane in Bwindi that will take you to Entebbe. One hour and thirty minutes is about how long the flight is.

The combined weight of your carry-on and checked bags cannot exceed 15 kilogrammes (32 pounds) for this flight. Please pack lightly, as there are situations where a purse or backpack is not deemed carry-on and will not be weighed as part of your weight restriction. Nevertheless, there are other occasions where this is not always the case.

End of the Kenya And Uganda Itinerary

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