The 10 days Uganda gorillas and Maasai Mara journey is an exciting safari that begins in Kigali, Rwanda, and concludes in Nairobi. The safari will lead you into the enchanting misty forest of Bwindi Impenetrable National Park in southwestern Uganda, where you can immerse yourself in the presence of the endangered mountain gorillas in their wild home. The 10-day journey through Uganda’s gorillas and the Maasai Mara will lead you to the stunning Maasai Mara National Reserve and Lake Nakuru National Park in Kenya. Here, you will encounter breathtaking wildlife, including the majestic big five: elephants, buffaloes, lions, leopards, and rhinos. Additionally, you will spot a variety of other fascinating animals such as elands, gazelles, topis, reedbucks, giraffes, zebras, hyenas, cheetahs, waterbucks, and hippos during your exhilarating game drives.

Day 1: Arrival and journey to a hotel in Kigali

Upon your arrival at Kigali International Airport on the first day of your 10-day journey through Uganda’s gorillas and the Maasai Mara, our driver guide will greet you. They will provide an overview of the safari before transferring you to your hotel in Kigali, where you can unwind for the evening with dinner and a restful night.

Day 2: Journey to the enchanting Bwindi Impenetrable National Park

On the second day of your thrilling 10-day journey through Uganda’s gorillas and the Maasai Mara, your driver guide will collect you from the hotel to embark on the exciting trip to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, traveling through the Cyanika border in Kisoro or the Katuna border in Kabale. During your journey, you will pause for a delightful lunch break before continuing on to Bwindi National Park, where you will be treated to breathtaking vistas of the Kigezi hills, lush farmlands, charming homesteads, and undulating hills. Upon arrival, you will settle into the lodge for an evening meal and a night’s rest.

Day 3: Embarking on an exhilarating journey to trek gorillas in Bwindi National Park

Embarking on a journey to observe gorillas in their natural habitat,

Following a hearty breakfast on the third day of your 10-day journey through Uganda’s gorillas and the Maasai Mara, you will grab your lunch box and rendezvous with your driver guide. Together, you will head to the park headquarters for an essential briefing on the rules, regulations, and what to expect during your gorilla trekking experience. Following the briefing, you will be split into groups of 8, with each group assigned to a gorilla family to explore, accompanied by a park guide who possesses extensive knowledge about the mountain gorillas. Gorilla trekking in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park can last anywhere from 30 minutes to 7 hours, depending on the gorillas’ location. During your trek, you will have the chance to spot forest birds, other primates, and a variety of plant and tree species, among other wonders. Once the mountain gorillas are located, you will have the chance to spend one hour in their presence, allowing you to discover more about their lifestyle, behaviors, and habits. You can take photos, observe them as they engage in their daily activities, and capture unforgettable memories to share with others back home.

Following an awe-inspiring experience with the gentle giants, you will make your way back to the starting point, where you will receive a certificate for your participation in gorilla trekking. Afterward, you will reunite with your guide to head back to the lodge for a relaxing evening dinner and a restful overnight stay.

Gorilla trekking in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park

Day 4: Guided nature walk and Departure to Kigali

After breakfast on the fourth day of the 10-day Uganda gorillas and Maasai Mara journey, you will check out of the lodge and meet your driver guide for an engaging nature walk. During this excursion, you will have the opportunity to observe various bird species, primates, and a diverse array of plants and trees, all while enjoying the refreshing breeze. Following the nature walk, you will embark on the journey back to Kigali, enjoying a delightful lunch along the way. Upon arrival, you will embark on an exciting journey to your hotel for dinner and an overnight stay.

Day 5: Explore the vibrant streets of Kigali and then take off for Nairobi

On the fifth day of your 10-day journey through Uganda and Maasai Mara, you will enjoy a leisurely breakfast before meeting your driver guide for an exciting city tour. You will have the opportunity to visit the Kigali Genocide Memorial Centre, explore Kimironko Market, and discover various art centers, among other fascinating sites. Following the city tour, you will enjoy a delightful lunch before heading to Kigali airport for your flight to Nairobi. As you touch down in Nairobi, our driver guide will be there to greet you, whisking you away to your hotel for a delightful dinner and a cozy overnight stay.

Day 6: Embark on a journey to Lake Nakuru National Park

Following breakfast on the sixth day of your 10-day journey through Uganda’s gorillas and the Maasai Mara, you will check out of the hotel and rendezvous with your driver guide. Together, you will embark on a transfer to Lake Nakuru National Park, traversing the rift valley escarpment and soaking in the stunning scenery that unfolds along the route. Embark on an exciting journey with an en-route game drive, where you will encounter a variety of wildlife including buffaloes, elands, gazelles, rhinos, giraffes, and impalas, among others.

Upon arrival in the park, you will connect to your lodge for lunch and later embark on an afternoon game drive where you will have the chance to spot various bird species, including flamingos along the lake shores, and view animals such as waterbucks, lions, zebras, elands, hippos, gazelles, giraffes, and rhinos, among others. Following the exhilarating game drive, you will head back to the lodge for a delightful dinner and a cozy overnight stay.

Day 7: Journey to the Maasai Mara national reserve, followed by an exhilarating afternoon game drive.

Following breakfast on the seventh day of your 10-day journey through Uganda’s gorillas and the Maasai Mara, your driver guide will collect you from the hotel for a transfer to Maasai Mara National Reserve. Along the way, enjoy a delightful lunch and breathtaking views of the landscape, scenery, and rift valley escarpments, among other wonders. Upon arrival, you will embark on an afternoon game drive, where you can encounter a variety of animals such as elephants, buffaloes, zebras, giraffes, lions, and elands, among others. Following the exhilarating game drive, you will head to the lodge for a delightful dinner and a night of rest.

Day 8: An exhilarating day of exploration in Maasai Mara

On the eighth day of your 10-day journey through Uganda and the Maasai Mara, you will start with an early breakfast before meeting your driver guide for an exhilarating full-day game drive in the reserve. Here, you will encounter a variety of wildlife, including buffaloes, rhinos, gazelles, elephants, and elands roaming the expansive savannah plains, as well as predators like lions, leopards, hyenas, and cheetahs in their natural habitat. During the day, you will enjoy a delightful picnic lunch before embarking on an exciting afternoon game drive, where you will have the chance to encounter a variety of wildlife species. After the exhilarating game drive, you will head back to the lodge for a delightful dinner and a night filled with excitement.

Day 9: Exciting morning game drive and immersive Maasai cultural tour

Following a hearty breakfast on the ninth day of your 10-day journey through Uganda’s gorillas and the Maasai Mara, your driver guide will arrive at the lodge to whisk you away for another exhilarating morning game drive, offering the chance to spot some of the wildlife you may have overlooked the day before.

Following the game drive, you will head back to the lodge for lunch. Afterward, prepare for an engaging Maasai cultural tour, where you will have the opportunity to connect with the Maasai people, discover their rich culture and traditions, experience their way of life, and enjoy captivating traditional performances, among other activities. Following the cultural tour, you will embark on a drive back to the lodge for dinner and a night filled with excitement.

Day 10: Setting off for Nairobi

On the final day of your exhilarating 10-day journey through Uganda’s gorillas and the Maasai Mara, you will enjoy a leisurely breakfast, check out of the lodge, and rendezvous with your driver guide to embark on the trip to Nairobi. Upon arrival, your driver guide will take you to the airport for your departure flight or drop you off at any recommended location.

Conclusion of a 10-day journey through the wonders of Uganda’s gorillas and the Maasai Mara