Brief Summary
Experience the best of East Africa with a luxury adventure through Uganda’s rich primate habitats and Kenya’s iconic Masai Mara. This 13-day journey takes you from the heart of the Pearl of Africa to the Great Rift Valley, combining chimpanzee tracking, gorilla trekking, golden monkeys, and the Great Wildebeest Migration, along with unforgettable cultural experiences and top-tier accommodations.
Safari Highlights
- Day 1: Arrive in Kampala – Transfer and Overnight
- Day 2: Drive to Kibale via Tooro Kingdom Cultural Visit
- Day 3: Chimpanzee Trekking & Bigodi Wetlands Walk
- Day 4: Transfer to Bwindi with Batwa Cultural Experience
- Day 5: Gorilla Trekking
- Day 6: Transfer to Lake Mutanda – Boat Cruise
- Day 7: Golden Monkey Tracking – Transfer to Emburara
- Day 8: Visit Cultural Museum – Fly to Nairobi
- Day 9: Transfer to Masai Mara
- Day 10–11: Game Drives in Masai Mara
- Day 12: Hot Air Balloon Safari & Game Drive
- Day 13: Fly from Masai Mara to Nairobi – End of Tour
Safari Detailed itinerary
Upon arrival at Entebbe International Airport, you’ll be welcomed by our professional guide and transferred to Kampala. Enjoy scenic views and relax as you prepare for your East African journey.
Meal Plan: Dinner
Estimated Drive Time: 1 Hour
After breakfast, embark on a scenic drive to Kibale Forest National Park, known for its rich primate population. En route, enjoy a cultural visit to the Tooro Kingdom Palace and a short tour of Fort Portal town.
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Estimated Drive Time: 5–6 Hours
Start the day with an early breakfast and briefing from park rangers before heading into the forest for chimpanzee trekking. In the afternoon, explore the Bigodi Wetlands, known for its biodiversity and community-based tourism.
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
After breakfast, journey to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, passing through breathtaking highland scenery. On arrival, engage in an enriching cultural encounter with the Batwa community, learning about their forest-dwelling heritage.
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Estimated Drive Time: 5–6 Hours
Following an early breakfast and ranger briefing, venture into the dense rainforest for an unforgettable gorilla trekking experience. Spend time observing these majestic creatures in their natural habitat. Return to your lodge for an afternoon at leisure.
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
After breakfast, transfer to Lake Mutanda, a stunning crater lake surrounded by volcanoes. Enjoy a relaxing afternoon boat ride across the lake, exploring its islands and birdlife.
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Estimated Drive Time: 1.5 Hours
Begin the day with golden monkey trekking in Mgahinga National Park. Trek through bamboo forests and mountain slopes in search of these rare primates. Later, transfer to Mbarara for overnight rest.
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Estimated Drive Time: 3–4 Hours
Enjoy breakfast and optional farm or cultural activities before departing for Entebbe. En route, stop at the Equator for photo opportunities and souvenirs. Later, board an evening flight to Nairobi, Kenya.
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Estimated Drive Time: 3–4 Hours
After a safari briefing, begin your journey from Nairobi through the Great Rift Valley, with a scenic stop at a viewpoint. Continue through Masai territory and into the Masai Mara, arriving in time for lunch and an afternoon game drive.
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Spend two full days exploring the vast Masai Mara ecosystem. Game drives will focus on witnessing the Great Migration (seasonal), Big Five sightings, and observing wildlife behavior across the plains and riverbanks.
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Start your day with a breathtaking hot air balloon safari over the savannah at sunrise. Enjoy aerial views of the wildlife followed by a celebratory champagne breakfast. Later, return to the ground for a final game drive.
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
After breakfast, transfer to the airstrip for your domestic flight to Nairobi. On arrival, you may explore the city briefly before being transferred to the international airport for your onward flight.
Meal Plan: Breakfast
Safari Inclusions
Safari Inclusions
- Gorilla, chimpanzee & golden monkey permits (1 per person)
- Trekking certificates
- Lake Mutanda boat cruise
- All game drives in 4x4 extended Land Cruiser
- Park entry fees in Uganda & Kenya
- Professional driver-guide services
- Domestic flights & airport transfers
- All accommodations (12 nights) in luxury lodges
- Full board meals
- Bottled water, snacks, and in-car WiFi
- Hot air balloon experience in Masai Mara
Safari Exclusions
- International flights & visas (Apply here)
- Alcoholic beverages
- Tips for drivers/guides
- Personal expenses & optional activities not on itinerary
Yes, most travelers require a visa to enter both Uganda and Kenya. We recommend applying for the East Africa Tourist Visa, which covers Uganda, Kenya, and Rwanda for 90 days of multiple entries within the region.
Moderate physical fitness is required. .
Yes, both gorilla trekking and chimpanzee tracking permits are included in your safari package.
In Uganda: gorillas, chimpanzees, golden monkeys, elephants, buffaloes, hippos, and various bird species.
In Kenya: lions, leopards, elephants, buffaloes, rhinos (Big Five), cheetahs, wildebeest (Great Migration), zebras, giraffes, and more.
This safari runs best between June and October and December to February, when the weather is dry and wildlife viewing is optimal, including the Great Migration in Masai Mara (typically July–October).
Yes, comprehensive travel insurance is highly recommended and often required, especially for activities like gorilla trekking and balloon safaris.
Gorilla and chimpanzee trekking is restricted to persons aged 15 and above. For families with younger children, the itinerary can be adjusted with alternate activities.
