Tour Description
Embark on an extraordinary journey that seamlessly blends two of Africa’s most thrilling wildlife experiences from Kenya’s legendary Masai Mara, where endless savannahs teem with big cats, to Uganda’s mystical Bwindi Impenetrable Forest. Over seven unforgettable days, you’ll journey from the golden plains of the Mara to the mist-shrouded mountains that are home to some of the world’s last remaining mountain gorillas.
Tour Highlights
- Scenic Flights & Overland Transfers
- Cross Two Legendary Safari Destinations
- Explore the Iconic Masai Mara
- Track Rare Mountain Gorillas in Bwindi
- All-Inclusive Safari Experience
Itinerary Day by Day
Pickup from international to domestic to board your flight from Nairobi and enjoy the scenic views as you land directly in the Masai Mara.
Our representative will meet you at the airstrip, and you will be driven to Ilora Retreats.
After checking into your tent and having lunch, head out for your first afternoon game drive, where you might spot elephants, lions, or even a cheetah on the move. Return to camp in the early evening, freshen up, and enjoy a relaxed dinner under the open sky.
Unwind by the fire or rest up for the adventures ahead.
Over the next three days, you will have the opportunity to explore the Masai Mara on private morning and evening game drives.
Your guide will take you to the best spots for wildlife sightings, giving you plenty of chances to capture the big cats, elephants, and more.
In between drives, relax at the camp, take in the breathtaking views, and enjoy meals at your own pace.
Unique experiences in the wild.
Start your morning with a guided bush walk, or you can opt for yoga sessions (extra cost), the choice is yours.
Then enjoy a bush breakfast out in nature.
After lunch, head out for an afternoon game drive.
Back at camp, relax by the pool or opt for a spa treatment (extra cost).
Enjoy high tea with a tribal dance performance, followed by another short drive into the wild.
End your evening with a sundowner on the sky deck and a BBQ dinner under the stars.
If you are up for it, catch a movie at the outdoor Bushflix setup.
Ease into your morning with a sunrise game drive; there's magic in spotting wildlife as the savannah awakens. Return for a hearty breakfast back at camp or, if you're feeling adventurous, request a bush breakfast at a new scenic spot.
Mid-morning, take time to unwind. Choose a peaceful yoga session surrounded by nature (optional, extra cost) or indulge in a spa treatment designed to soothe after days of adventure.
After lunch, experience a slower rhythm of the wild with a guided bush walk, learn how to read animal tracks and uncover the secrets of the land from local guides. As the day cools, enjoy a cultural treat: high tea accompanied by live tribal dance performances.
As dusk approaches, set off on a golden-hour game drive, leading you to a magical sundowner moment on our sky deck. Cap off the evening with a flame-grilled BBQ dinner beneath a blanket of stars, and if you're still up for more, grab your popcorn, Bushflix under the stars awaits.
After breakfast, take a scenic flight to Uganda’s western region, gateway to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park.
On arrival, transfer to Buhoma, your base for the next two nights.
Settle in and take time to explore the local community and learn about the region’s biodiversity.
As evening falls, enjoy a delicious dinner and a briefing about your upcoming gorilla trek.
Rise early for a briefing by your expert guides, then set off into the dense forest of Bwindi.
Trek through lush vegetation before coming face-to-face with a gorilla family.
Spend a magical hour observing these gentle giants in their natural habitat.
Return to your lodge for a well-earned rest and evening reflection on your extraordinary experience.
The last day, wake to the sounds of the forest one last time.
After breakfast, transfer to the airstrip for your return flight to Entebbe and onward connection to Nairobi.
And if you don’t have to head home just yet, why stop here? Extend your adventure and explore more of what Uganda has to offer.
Head to Queen Elizabeth National Park to see the Big Five, or North to Murchison Falls to watch the sun set while sipping drinks on the River Nile.
Inclusions/Exclusions
Cost Includes
- Park fees (For non-residents)
- Gorilla permits (One per person, non-resident)
- All activities (Unless labeled as optional)
- All accommodation (Unless listed as upgrade)
- A professional driver/guide
- All transportation (Unless labeled as optional)
- All flights during the tour
- All Taxes/VAT
- Roundtrip airport transfer
- Meals (As specified in the day-by-day section)
- Drinks (As specified in the day-by-day section)
Cost Excludes
- International flights (From/to home)
- Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
- Tips (Tipping guideline US$10.00 pp per day)
- Personal items (Souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees, etc.)
- Government imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees
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