19 Day Kenya & Uganda Wildlife Exploration
19 days
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Small Group Tour
3 Nairobi, 2 Samburu National Reserve, 1 Aberdare National Park, 2 Lake Naivasha, 2 Masai Mara National Reserve, 1 Entebbe, 2 Murchison Falls National Park, 1 Kibale National Park, 2 Queen Elizabeth National Park, 2 Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
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Overview
Trip type
Small Group Tour
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Moderate
Trip pace
Balanced schedule
What's this trip about?
3 Nairobi, 2 Samburu National Reserve, 1 Aberdare National Park, 2 Lake Naivasha, 2 Masai Mara National Reserve, 1 Entebbe, 2 Murchison Falls National Park, 1 Kibale National Park, 2 Queen Elizabeth National Park, 2 Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
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Itinerary focusClassic Highlights
Group sizeSmall Group - 24 max
Age range18 years and up
Flights and transportAll internal ground transport included
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Trip includes
- Small groups of maximum 22 travelers guaranteed Flights New York-Nairobi, Entebbe-New York Other departure cities available. Click on date of departure for selection and prices Airline taxes & fuel surcharges Intra-flights Nairobi-Entebbe, Entebbe-Murchison Falls National Park & Bwindi-Entebbe 17 nights accommodations
- 2 nights Nairobi 2 nights Samburu National Reserve 1 night Aberdare National Park 2 nights Lake Naivasha 2 nights Masai Mara National Reserve 1 night Entebbe 2 nights Murchison Falls National Park 1 night Kibale National Park 2 nights Queen Elizabeth National Park 2 nights Bwindi Impenetrable National Park Hotel taxes, fees & service charges Hotel porterage All transfers included only with airfare purchase on package arrival & departure dates† 47 meals: 18 breakfasts, 14 lunches, 15 dinners Sightseeing per itinerary in modern 4x4 vehicles Services of English-speaking driver-guide throughout National Park fees and gorilla trekking permit
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Itinerary
This itinerary requires a high level of physical fitness. Gorilla trekking on Day 18 can last up to 7 hours depending on the location of the animals. All passengers must be able to hike unassisted at a steady pace through dense forests on uneven, often slippery slopes, at an altitude of up to 8553 feet. Please see the "Is This Trip Right for You?" section and the Trip Preparation tab for a list of equipment recommended for this excursion.
DAY 1, Thursday - Depart for Kenya
Depart for Kenya
DAY 2, Friday - Arrive in Nairobi
Arrive in Nairobi, gateway to your thrilling safari in Kenya; transfer to the hotel. The rest of the day is yours to rest and acclimate to your new time zone
Overnight: Nairobi
DAY 3, Saturday - Elephant Orphanage and Giraffe Centre
After an orientation meeting with your Tour Manager, depart for a visit to the Daphne Sheldrick Elephant Orphanage to learn about how orphan elephants are raised here and later released into the wild. Then, drive towards the Ngong Hills for a tour of the Karen Blixen Mus...
DAY 4, Sunday - Evening Game Drive in Samburu National Park
Travel north this morning towards Samburu National Park, known for its unique wildlife rarely found in other Kenyan parks. Here, view different species of giraffe, zebra, beisa oryx and the long-necked gerenuk, along with lion, cheetah, and leopard. En route, stop for lu...
DAY 5, Monday - Morning & Afternoon Game Drives in Samburu National Park
During the morning game drive today. perhaps you'll see a lion, ostrich, or even a family of elephants wandering the hills. After lunch at the lodge, an afternoon drive takes you to a different area of the park. Return to the lodge for leisure time. Tonight, after dinner...
DAY 6, Tuesday - Game Viewing in Aberdare National Park
Today, travel southwest to the heart of Aberdare National Park. Arrive at The Ark, one of Kenya's iconic tree lodges. The Ark is designed with layers of decks overlooking a floodlit watering hole and salt lick that attracts a huge amount of wildlife all day and night. Th...
DAY 7, Wednesday - Game Drive in Lake Nakuru National Park
Today, explore Lake Nakuru National Park. Drive to the edge of the lake to view thousands of birds feeding in the alkaline water, see the sweeping view from the top of Baboon Rocks, then look for warthogs and waterbucks. Nakuru is also one of the best places in Kenya to ...
DAY 8, Thursday - Lake Naivasha Boat Tour, Cooking Class
This morning, embark on a boat ride on the tranquil waters of Lake Naivasha, a bird lover's paradise. You will encounter hippos wallowing in the water and an abundant number of birds. Afterward, return to your lodge and attend a cooking class, led by a chef. Learn how to...
DAY 9, Friday - Afternoon Game Drive in the Masai Mara National Reserve
Early drive to Masai Mara National Reserve in the southwest corner of Kenya, renowned for its spectacular game viewing. The savannahs of the park are a backdrop to a diverse and abundant wildlife population throughout the entire year. Lunch at the camp, before going out on the afternoon game drive
Overnight: Masai Mara National Reserve
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
DAY 10, Saturday - Morning & Afternoon Game Drives in the Masai Mara National Reserve
Arise before dawn to participate in today's optional Hot Air Balloon Safari. Take off in a hot air balloon as you watch the sunrise over the Masai Mara. Drift above the beautiful landscape, watching wild game roam the vast plains below. The finale is a champagne breakfas...
DAY 11, Sunday - Flight to Entebbe
After breakfast, depart Masai Mara and return to Nairobi for your flight to Uganda, the rising star of East Africa. Upon arrival in Entebbe, on the shores of immense Lake Victoria, you'll be warmly greeted and transferred to your hotel
Overnight: Entebbe
Meals: Breakfast
DAY 12, Monday - Explore Entebbe, Murchison Falls National Park
This morning, take a tour of Entebbe with your local guide. Visit markets, craft shops and the Botanical Gardens. After an early lunch at a local restaurant, transfer to the airport for your flight to Murchison Falls National Park. Upon arrival, meet your Tour Manager an...
DAY 13, Tuesday - Game Drive, Boat Trip on the Nile
Begin the early morning game drive into the park, which hosts over 100 species of mammals and over 450 species of birds. Enjoy the natural surroundings and look for wildlife before returning to the lodge for lunch. Later, a cruise takes you down the Nile River to the bas...
DAY 14, Wednesday - Kibale National Park
An early departure to Kibale National Park, home to a great variety and concentration of primates, as well as a rich diversity of exotic birds. Passing through the countryside, admire expansive views of farmlands where the best fruits and vegetables in the country are gr...
DAY 15, Thursday - Chimp Tracking in Kibale, Queen Elizabeth National Park
Begin your guided forest trek in search of chimpanzees. Although chimp sightings are not guaranteed, the odds are good that you'll encounter them today in the lush green forest. Perhaps you'll also see other types of primate, including the red-tailed monkey. The hike wil...
DAY 16, Friday - Game Drive, Kazinga Channel Cruise
Enjoy a morning game drive in Queen Elizabeth National Park, whose diverse ecosystems, make it the ideal habitat for classic big game, primates, and over 600 species of birds. Set against the backdrop of the Rwenzori Mountains, the park's vistas encompass dozens of enorm...
DAY 17, Saturday - Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
Travel to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, a biodiverse, mountainous area that is your base for gorilla tracking; arrive in time for a late lunch and leisure time. Bwindi, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is a sanctuary for colobus monkeys, chimpanzees, and many birds suc...
DAY 18, Sunday - The Gorilla Trek
After breakfast, assemble for an informative briefing by experienced rangers before embarking on the gorilla trek. Your group will be guided through the rough terrain of the rainforest in search of one of the park's gorilla families. The trek will last up to 7 hours depe...
DAY 19, Monday - Depart Uganda
Morning transfer to the airstrip in Kisoro for a scheduled flight to Entebbe Airport; transfer to the international terminal for your departure flight. Passengers with late evening flights will have a day-use hotel room and be transferred to the airport later in the evening. Please select flights that depart no earlier than 3 PM
Day Use: Entebbe
Meals: Breakfast
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Last Updated: 7/13/2023
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