Overview
Take part in this 10 days Uganda, Rwanda Gorilla Trekking and Wildebeest Migration Safari in Kenya which is designed to suit tourist who love gorillas and wildlife viewing. This safari includes a highlight of trekking the mountain gorillas twice in Uganda and Rwanda that is Bwindi and Volcanoes national park respectively and then head to Masai Mara to witness the wildebeest Migration, and also enjoy cultural tours for Batwa, Rwandese and Masai people.
Detailed Itinerary
Day1. Arrive in Uganda through Entebbe airport
Arrive and be picked by the assigned driver guide who will quickly take you through briefing about the movements of this tour. Have different options of either visiting Kampala or Entebbe attractions. Head to the booked hotel for dinner.
Day2. Transfer to Bwindi national park
Leak Kampala/Entebbe in the morning after breakfast and transfer to Bwindi national park located in south western Uganda. The journey is amazing and rewarding since it’s covered with great photo landscape. Have different stopovers such as the one on the Uganda equator for photos and experiment, another stopover at the local restaurant for enroute lunch. Arrive and head to the lodge for dinner and prepare for an exciting day the next morning.
Day3. Gorilla trekking and tour the Batwa community
Prepare for an extraordinary day as you set out on a thrilling gorilla trekking expedition in the mist-shrouded forests of Bwindi. This begins immediately after breakfast and briefing which is an important exercise know about the rules and regulations before entering the forest.
Guided by expert park rangers and Porters, you’ll traverse rugged terrain in search of the elusive mountain gorillas, encountering an array of flora and fauna along the way. In the afternoon, immerse yourself in the fascinating culture of the Batwa pygmies, learning about their ancient customs and way of life through a community tour. Discover the ancient music dance and drama, story-telling, tasting local dishes and more. Return to the lodge for dinner.
Day4. Drive to Kigali Rwanda and head to Volcanoes national park
Have breakfast and then check out from Bwindi national park and head to Kigali Rwanda crossing Katuna border. Enjoy the scenic drive as you encounter different landscapes and later on, have lunch at in Kigali city known for its much history dated way back 1990s.
Proceed with the journey to Volcanoes national park a home to both mountain gorillas and golden monkeys. Arrive and head to the lodge for leisure, dinner and night stay.
Day5. Gorilla trekking adventure and Ibyiwachu cultural village tour
The day begins with an exhilarating gorilla trekking adventure, where you’ll have the privilege of observing these gentle giants in their natural habitat, an experience that will undoubtedly leave an indelible mark on your soul.
This experience begins with a heavy breakfast and then briefing which is an important exercise since it offers regulations that protect you and wildlife. Meeting these gorillas and spending an hour in their presence if an amazing adventure since there is a lot to learn and enjoy.
Later, delve into Rwanda’s rich cultural tapestry with a visit to the Ibyiwachu Cultural Village, where you’ll be warmly welcomed by the local community and invited to participate in traditional ceremonies and activities such as storytelling, music dance and drama and many more others. Return to the lodge for dinner.
Day6. Head back to Kigali and fly to Nairobi, Kenya
As you bid farewell to Rwanda, you reflect on the unforgettable moments spent amidst its breathtaking landscapes and vibrant culture. Returning to Kigali, you catch a flight to Kenya, eager to explore another facet of East Africa’s boundless beauty. Meet and greet you driver guide who will take you to booked hotel in Nairobi.
Day7. Drive to Masai mara national reserve
Your journey through Kenya’s picturesque landscapes brings you to the iconic Masai Mara National Reserve, a haven for wildlife enthusiasts and nature lovers alike.
As you traverse the vast savannah, your senses are heightened in anticipation of the incredible wildlife encounters that await. Spend the rest of evening at the lodge on leisure.
Day8-9. Explore Mara plains (witness the annual wildebeest migrations)
On the day 8 and 9, meet your guide with picnic lunch and enough drinks to last you for the entire day, enjoy game drives before sunrise, this drives will give you great opportunity to see wildlife like Wildebeest, giraffe, Zebras, rhinos, elephants, buffalo, Hyenas, lions, Leopard as you advance to the Mara River, after locating the mega herds of the wildebeest by the Mara River you will sit quiet and wait usually the crossings take place often in the middle of the day, depending on your luck you may see the River crossing Live.
Day10. Drive back to Nairobi and departure
Leave Mara plains in the morning and departure time will depend on your scheduled time. Have an option of visiting the Masai community and learn about their way of life as they keep livestock.
