Kenya Safari & Uganda Gorilla Trekking Tour
Embark on an unforgettable Kenya Safari & Uganda Gorilla Trekking Tour that combines two of Africa’s most iconic wildlife experiences. Witness the legendary wildlife of the Masai Mara in Kenya and come face-to-face with endangered mountain gorillas in Uganda’s Bwindi Impenetrable Forest. This affordable African adventure is perfect for young travelers seeking real safari thrills and unforgettable memories.
Quick Itinerary Overview
Start your Kenya Safari & Uganda Gorilla Trekking Tour in the famed Masai Mara, known for the Great Migration and Big Five sightings. Continue to Lake Nakuru, a birding paradise, before crossing into Uganda to explore the beautiful Lake Bunyonyi region. Here, you’ll trek mountain gorillas in Bwindi and track chimpanzees in Kalinzu Forest. Round off the journey with a visit to Lake Mburo and the adventure hub of Jinja.
Day-by-Day Itinerary
Day 1: Arrival in Nairobi – Kenya
Your Kenya Safari & Uganda Gorilla Trekking Tour begins with a welcome meeting in Nairobi. Arrive early to enjoy optional activities such as visiting the David Sheldrick Elephant Orphanage or Karen Blixen Museum.
Accommodation: Hotel in Nairobi
Day 2: Nairobi to Masai Mara National Reserve
Travel through the Great Rift Valley to the legendary Masai Mara Game Reserve. After setting up camp, enjoy your first exhilarating game drive in search of Africa’s Big Five.
Included: Afternoon game drive
Accommodation: Masai Mara camping
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 3: Full-Day Masai Mara Safari
Spend a full day exploring Masai Mara, home to vast wildlife and the annual Great Migration. Keep your camera ready for lions, cheetahs, leopards, and grazing herbivores.
Optional: Hot Air Balloon Safari
Accommodation: Masai Mara campground
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 4: Masai Mara to Lake Nakuru National Park
Head northeast to Lake Nakuru National Park. Enjoy lunch at Café Ubuntu, supporting local communities, before a game drive. Spot rhinos, giraffes, and flamingoes.
Included: Café Ubuntu lunch & game drive
Accommodation: Lake Nakuru campsite
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 5: Lake Nakuru to Eldoret
Begin the day with a game drive in Lake Nakuru before heading west to Eldoret, near the Uganda border.
Included: Morning game drive
Accommodation: Campsite near Eldoret
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 6: Eldoret to Kampala – Uganda
Cross into Uganda and travel to a campsite near Kampala. Take in views of Uganda’s lush landscapes along the way.
Accommodation: Kampala campsite
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 7: Kampala to Lake Bunyonyi
Journey through rural Uganda to scenic Lake Bunyonyi, your base for the next stage of your Kenya Safari & Uganda Gorilla Trekking Tour.
Accommodation: Overland camp at Lake Bunyonyi
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 8: Gorilla Trekking in Bwindi Impenetrable Forest
Today is the highlight of your tour – mountain gorilla trekking in Bwindi. Hike through the dense forest to spend a magical hour with these gentle giants.
Included: Uganda Gorilla Trekking in Bwindi
Accommodation: Lake Bunyonyi camp
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 9: Lake Bunyonyi or Gorilla Trekking (if not done on Day 8)
Relax at Lake Bunyonyi or enjoy your gorilla trek today. Optional activities include canoeing, nature walks, or birdwatching.
Optional: Birdwatching, boat trip, Rwanda day tour
Accommodation: Lake Bunyonyi camp
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Day 10: Lake Bunyonyi to Kalinzu Forest Reserve
Travel to Kalinzu Forest Reserve, home to over 200 chimpanzees and abundant birdlife. Optional afternoon crater lake boat trip.
Accommodation: Lodge campsite at Kalinzu
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 11: Chimpanzee Tracking & Lake Mburo National Park
Set off early for chimpanzee tracking in Kalinzu Forest. Then tour a tea plantation before heading to Lake Mburo for an optional boat cruise.
Included: Chimpanzee trekking & tea tour
Optional: Lake Mburo boat safari
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 12: Lake Mburo to Jinja
Cross the equator and travel to Jinja, the adventure capital of Uganda. Visit a social enterprise café supporting youth with HIV.
Accommodation: Nile riverside campsite
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Day 13: Adventure Day in Jinja
Enjoy optional adventure activities like white-water rafting, bungee jumping, quad biking, or horse riding. Your Kenya Safari & Uganda Gorilla Trekking Tour ends with adrenaline and excitement in Jinja.
Optional: Adventure activities on the Nile
Accommodation: Jinja campsite
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Conclusion
The Kenya Safari & Uganda Gorilla Trekking Tour is an unbeatable mix of wildlife, culture, and adventure. Experience the Great Migration in Masai Mara, go gorilla trekking in Uganda, and immerse yourself in some of Africa’s top national parks — all on a budget-friendly and action-packed African safari.