We offer 15 Days Safari in Kenya, Rwanda and Uganda exploring the best of East Africa’s national parks and wildlife reserves. This long trip itinerary is an extra-ordinary primate, big 5 game and migration safari taking you through East Africa’s premier destinations.
Embark on a life changing gorilla trekking in Bwindi National Park (Uganda), golden monkey tracking in Volcanoes National Park (Rwanda) and big 5 game drive through the vast savannas of Amboseli National Park, Lake Nakuru, and Masai Mara National Reserve in Kenya. Combine your primate and wildlife encounter with city tours, visit to Lake Bunyonyi and community experience.
Detailed Itinerary
Day 1: Pick up at the hotel, go for Kigali city tour & transfer to Volcanoes NP
After a delicious breakfast, meet our company representative for pick up and also briefing about this East African safari. Leave your hotel for Kigali excursion which encompasses a tour to Kigali genocide memorial and visit to Kimironko market- the biggest market in Kigali capital. You will have a road transfer to Volcanoes National Park 2-3 hours’ drive and this will be after having lunch.
Accommodation
- Luxury: Sabyinyo Silverback Lodge/Five Volcanoes
- Midrange: Le Bambou Gorilla Lodge/Da Vinci Lodge
- Budget: Kinigi Guesthouse/Hotel Muhabura
Day 2: Golden monkey tracking through Volcanoes NP, Cultural tour at Iby’Iwacu
Enjoy a hefty morning breakfast and after, report to Kinigi to get briefed about golden monkey tracking regulations. The park official will allocate guides to lead you on actual search for golden monkeys –endemic species to the Virunga region. The trek with golden monkeys will run for 2-5 hours but includes 1 hour for you observe how these apes behave and take note these are shy species. They are naturally jumpy and when taking pictures, you must be keen enough to capture the best shot as they jump from tree to tree.
After interaction with golden monkeys, get back and lunch will be provided. Next visit will be to Iby’Iwacu Village –discover more about the distinct cultures and traditions of Rwandese, support their livelihood based initiatives and more.
Accommodation
- Luxury: Sabyinyo Silverback Lodge/Five Volcanoes
- Midrange: Le Bambou Gorilla Lodge/Da Vinci Lodge
- Budget: Kinigi Guesthouse/Hotel Muhabura
Day 3: Volcanoes NP- Bwindi through Cyanika or Katuna
Pick up early morning and you will be transferred to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park. Today’s journey includes border crossing via Katuna or Cyanika border and you will connect to the pre-booked accommodation.
Accommodation
- Luxury: Mahogany Springs Lodge
- Midrange: Engagi Lodge/Gorilla Mist Camp
- Budget: Buhoma Community Camp
Day 4: Enjoy Bwindi gorilla trekking & Batwa community visit
After breakfast, gather at the park offices for briefing and later, venture into the rainforest to look out for the mountain gorillas. Bwindi gorilla trek will begin at 8:00am, taking between 2 and 6 hours which covers an hour of observing how these primates behave. You will walk back and at the lodge, get enough time to rest before your guide leads you to the Batwa community for a cultural experience.
Accommodation
- Luxury: Mahogany Springs Lodge
- Midrange: Engagi Lodge/Gorilla Mist Camp
- Budget: Buhoma Community Camp
Day 5: Bwindi –Queen Elizabeth Game Park via Ishasha, game drive
Have a hot cup of tea/coffee and after, you will have a road transfer to Queen Elizabeth Park. Driving via Ishasha area means you will have a short game drive, and along this sector, expect to encounter cape buffaloes, tree climbing lions, Uganda Kobs and birds.
Accommodation
- Luxury: Mweya Safari Lodge
- Midrange: Elephant Plains
- Budget: Simba Camp
Day 6: Game drive and boat cruise (full-day experiences)
Following an early morning breakfast, set off for your sunrise big game viewing through Kasenyi plains. The Kasenyi game drive allows you to spend 2-3 hours while observing huge herds of elephants, buffaloes, lions, spotted hyenas, kobs, bushbucks and waterbucks, etc.
Get back to the lodge to freshen up and in the afternoon, spend another 2-3 hours exploring the Kazinga channel wonders on a guided boat cruise. This is a perfect opportunity to see hippos, crocodiles and birds, then you will have great moment at the lodge.
Accommodation
- Luxury: Mweya Safari Lodge
- Midrange: Elephant Plains
- Budget: Simba Camp
Day 7: Proceed to Kibale N/Park, afternoon chimpanzee trekking
A tasty cup of tea/coffee be enjoyed early morning and after, pay a visit to Kibale National Park. Enjoy a scenic road trip characterized by stunning views of the Rwenzori Mountains and Crater Lakes. Arrive early and check in at the lodge, enjoy lunch then you will have the best of chimpanzee trekking experience. Kibale alone protects over 1500 chimpanzees plus additional 12 primates and most of them can also be spotted in the process.
Accommodation
- Luxury: Kyaninga Lodge or Ndali Lodge
- Midrange: Turaco treetops/Primate Lodge
- Budget: Chimpanzee Guesthouse
Day 8: Transfer up to Entebbe, depart for Nairobi
Depart from Kibale National Park for Entebbe about 5-6 hours’ drive. At Entebbe airport, take a connecting flight to Nairobi, Kenya. Pick up at the airport by the Kenyan guide and you will be transferred to the pre-booked hotel for relaxation.
Accommodation
- The Boma Hotel Nairobi/Nairobi Hilton Garden Inn Hotel
Day 9: Transfer by road to Amboseli
After breakfast, leave Nairobi for Amboseli National Park. Arrive early and you will be cleared by the park authorities then proceed to the safari lodge for relaxation and also to have lunch. At Amboseli, get the best of the breathtaking views of Mount Kilimanjaro Volcano. Amboseli is popular for its huge concentration of wildlife including zebras, giraffes, cheetahs, wild dogs, elephants, lions, and birds. In the afternoon, embark on a guided game drive through the park then you will get back to have dinner and a night stay.
Accommodation
- Amboseli Serena Lodge/Sentrim Amboseli Lodge
- Kibo Safari Camp
Day 10: Enjoy a full day game safari in Amboseli
With an experienced guide and pack of food, leave the lodge in a 4×4 safari car to enjoy a full day game viewing excursion in Amboseli. Make the best of your day game drive to look out for the park’s diverse faunal species including large herds of elephants, buffaloes, lions, zebras, giraffes and don’t miss the jaw-dropping views of the legendary Kilimanjaro Volcano.
Accommodation
- Amboseli Serena Lodge/Sentrim Amboseli Lodge
- Kibo Safari Camp
Day 11: To Lake Nakuru Game Park
At leisure, enjoy breakfast and after, you will set off for Lake Nakuru National Park Kenya. This park lies in the Southern end of Kenya along the rift valley area. Get to the park early, check in at the lodge and have lunch. In the afternoon, you will have a memorable game drive, a remarkable opportunity to encounter wildlife such as waterbucks, rhinos, buffaloes, elephants, lions, and giraffes.
Accommodation
- Lake Nakuru Lodge
- Sarova Lion Hill Game Lodge
- Ziwa Bush Lodge
Day 12: Go explore Maasai Mara
Get up early morning to enjoy your cup of tea or coffee and after, your safari expert will pick you up. Drive off from Lake Nakuru NP to Maasai Mara Reserve, and on arrival, check in at the lodge. Have a leisurely lunch at the lodge then proceed with an afternoon game viewing. If you are happen to be part of this trip around July and September, then be ready to witness the great migration.
Accommodation
- Ashnil Mara Camp
- Mara Serena Safari Lodge
- Fig Tree Camp
Day 13-14: Explore the Mara
Be prepared to explore Masai Mara for complete 2-day wildlife expedition. Enjoy the big 5 game safari and this also covers observing the wildebeest migration. The Mara safari allows you look out for wildlife such as giraffes, hyenas, rhinos, leopards, lions, elephants, wildebeest, zebras, and antelope families. On 14th day, you may have sunrise hot air balloon experience which comes with delicious bush breakfast plus some drinks.
Accommodation
- Ashnil Mara Camp
- Mara Serena Safari Lodge
- Fig Tree Camp
Day 15: Depart from Mara Reserve
Enjoy breakfast at leisure and after, you will check out from the lodge. Return to Nairobi by road and en-route, have lunch before proceeding to the airport to take a flight back home or keep within the hotel in Nairobi city.
End of safari
Inclusions
- Game drive
- Park entrance fees
- Service of an English-speaking guide or driver
- Bottled water
- Chimp, golden monkey and gorilla permits
- Accommodation and all meals offered as per the trip plan
- Transportation by road
Exclusions
- Visas
- Laundry services
- Tips
- Insurance
- Shopping, etc.
