This 9-day safari is the ultimate East African adventure, combining Kenya’s Big Five safaris with Uganda’s chimpanzee and gorilla trekking experiences. Explore the rolling savannahs of the Maasai Mara, track chimpanzees in Kibale National Park, and encounter mountain gorillas in Bwindi Impenetrable Forest. Perfect for travelers seeking a comprehensive wildlife and primate safari in just over a week.
Upon arrival at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, our guide will welcome you and transfer you to your hotel. Depending on your arrival time, relax and enjoy a safari briefing.
After breakfast, drive through the scenic Great Rift Valley to the Maasai Mara National Reserve. Arrive in time for lunch, followed by an afternoon game drive, spotting lions, elephants, cheetahs, and giraffes. Check into your lodge or safari camp.
Spend the day on morning and afternoon game drives, following predator movements and observing abundant wildlife. Optional activities include sunrise balloon rides or Maasai village visits.
Enjoy a second day in the Mara for deeper exploration and extended wildlife viewing. This day allows flexibility to follow wildlife movements and maximize sightings of predators and plains game.
After breakfast, take a flight or drive to Entebbe, Uganda. Our guide will transfer you to your hotel near Lake Victoria for relaxation and a safari briefing.
After breakfast, drive to Kibale National Park, home to Uganda’s largest chimpanzee population. The scenic route passes through tea plantations and rural villages. Check into your lodge and relax.
In the morning, enjoy chimpanzee tracking with expert guides. After observing the chimps, drive to Bwindi Impenetrable Forest, home of the endangered mountain gorillas. Check into your lodge and rest.
After an early breakfast, embark on mountain gorilla trekking. Spend one hour observing a gorilla family in their natural habitat. Return to your lodge to relax and celebrate this once-in-a-lifetime experience.
After breakfast, drive back to Entebbe International Airport for your departure flight, marking the end of your 9-day Kenya & Uganda Ultimate Safari.