15-Day Masai Mara & Uganda Gorilla Trekking Safari (Camping Tour)
Experience a once-in-a-lifetime Masai Mara & Uganda Gorilla Trekking Safari combining thrilling big game safaris in Kenya with the rare opportunity to track endangered mountain gorillas in Uganda – all at an affordable price!
Safari Highlights
- Guided 4×4 game drives in Masai Mara Game Reserve, Kenya
- Wildlife safari in Lake Nakuru National Park
- Chimpanzee trekking in Budongo Forest Reserve
- Boat cruise on the Nile in Murchison Falls National Park
- Gorilla trekking in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, Uganda
- Optional adventure sports in Jinja
- Scenic camping at Lake Bunyonyi and Lake Mburo
Itinerary Overview
Day 1: Nairobi to Masai Mara National Reserve
Your Masai Mara & Uganda Gorilla Trekking Safari begins in Nairobi, heading to the world-famous Masai Mara. Enjoy scenic drives through the Great Rift Valley and immerse yourself in the rich Maasai culture. Overnight in permanent tented camps near the reserve.
Meals: Lunch, Dinner
Day 2: Full-Day Game Drive in Masai Mara
Spend the day tracking the Big Five and other wildlife across the savannah. Witness the Great Migration (seasonal) and explore the Mara River ecosystem with expert guides.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 3: Masai Mara to Lake Nakuru National Park
Enjoy a final morning game drive before heading to Lake Nakuru. Explore the park’s vibrant birdlife and rhino population on an afternoon safari.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 4: Lake Nakuru to Jinja, Uganda
Cross into Uganda, the “Pearl of Africa.” Stop at the Equator before arriving in Jinja, the adventure capital. Camp near the Victoria Nile.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 5: Jinja to Murchison Falls National Park
Travel north to Murchison Falls via Kampala and Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary (optional rhino walk). Camp near Masindi town for the next two nights.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 6: Chimpanzee Trek & Nile River Cruise
Trek into Budongo Forest to encounter wild chimpanzees. Later, enjoy a boat cruise on the Nile spotting hippos, crocs, and birdlife.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 7: Masindi to Lake Kikorongo
Drive through western Uganda to camp near Queen Elizabeth National Park with views over Lake Kikorongo.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 8: Lake Kikorongo to Lake Bunyonyi
Travel to Lake Bunyonyi, a scenic highland lake surrounded by terraced hills. Settle into your base for the gorilla trekking days.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Days 9–10: Gorilla Trekking in Bwindi
Embark on an unforgettable gorilla trekking experience in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park. Observe endangered mountain gorillas in their natural habitat. One day is for trekking, the other for optional activities like canoeing or cultural tours.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Note: Gorilla trekking permits are not included and trekking location may vary between Uganda, Rwanda, or the DRC based on availability.
Day 11: Lake Bunyonyi to Lake Mburo National Park
Visit Uganda’s smallest savannah park, home to zebras, buffalos, hippos, and over 350 bird species. Overnight in a tented camp at the park’s edge.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Days 12–13: Lake Mburo to Jinja
Return to Jinja for relaxation or adventure activities such as white-water rafting, kayaking, or quad biking. Enjoy downtime on the Nile’s banks.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 14: Jinja to Eldoret, Kenya
Cross back into Kenya and head to Eldoret for your final night of this epic East African safari.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 15: Eldoret to Nairobi
Travel back to Nairobi, where your Masai Mara & Uganda Gorilla Trekking Safari adventure comes to an end. Arrival is typically in the late afternoon.
Meals: Breakfast
Important Information
- Gorilla trekking permit not included in the tour cost
- Only one day is allocated for trekking, but two days are set aside to allow flexibility for permit allocation
- Group sizes for gorilla treks are limited to protect the gorillas
Book your Masai Mara & Uganda Gorilla Trekking Safari now and experience the best of East Africa’s wildlife, landscapes, and culture on an unforgettable budget-friendly overland camping tour.