Fly-in to Masai-Mara & Gorilla Trekking Safari in Uganda
This 7 Day Fly-in to Masai-Mara & Gorilla Trekking Safari in Uganda is perfect for those who want to experience the thrill of wildlife viewing in Masai Mara National Park and the awe-inspiring adventure of tracking mountain gorillas in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park. Get ready for game drives amidst stunning landscapes and the chance to encounter leopards, cheetahs, buffalos, and the majestic black-maned lions. While gorilla tracking offers a rare opportunity to observe these incredible creatures in their natural habitat, it’s important to note that sightings are subject to nature’s whims, but chances are high at 99%.
Tour Highlights
- Location: Kenya & Uganda
- Starting Point: Nairobi / Wilson Airport
- Destinations: Masai Mara National Park, Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
- Activities: Game drives in Masai Mara, Mountain Gorilla tracking in Bwindi, Behind the scenes at Uganda Wildlife Educational Centre, Ngamba Island visit to see Orphaned Chimps
- Transportation: Safari customized van with pop-up roof for game viewing
Included in the cost:
- All scheduled transportation
- Park entrance fees
- Meals: breakfast, lunch, and dinner as indicated
- Safari customized van with pop-up roof for game viewing
- English-speaking driver guide
- Bottled water during game drives
- All specified activities
Excluded in the cost:
- Uganda visas
- Meals, transport, and lodging beyond the itinerary
- Alcoholic beverages and bottled drinks
- Personal expenses
- International vaccinations
- Insurance
Day 01: Arrival and Flight to Masai Mara
On the first day of your trip, you’ll be picked up from either the airport or your hotel in Nairobi. Then, you’ll head to Wilson Airport for a flight to Masai Mara National Park. During this flight, you’ll enjoy breathtaking views of Kenya’s highlands and the Rift Valley. By evening, you’ll arrive at Masai Mara and settle into your accommodation at Olanana Sanctuary retreats camp.
Accommodation: Olanana Sanctuary retreats camp
Meals: Full board
Day 02: Exploring Masai Mara
After an early breakfast, your adventure begins with a morning game drive in the park. Later, you’ll have lunch and continue with an afternoon game drive, soaking in the sights of Masai Mara’s wildlife. The day concludes with refreshments and dinner back at the lodge.
Accommodation: Olanana Sanctuary retreats camp
Meal Plan: Full board
Day 03: Morning Game Drive and Community Visit
Start your day with another exhilarating morning game drive. In the afternoon, you’ll have the opportunity to visit the Masai community. This visit offers a chance to interact with the local culture, purchase souvenirs, and gain insights into the Masai way of life.
Accommodation: Olanana Sanctuary Retreat Camp
Meal Plan: Full board
Day 04: Flight to Bwindi via Kisumu and Entebbe
After breakfast, you’ll head to the airport for your flight to Bwindi. This journey will take you via Kisumu and Entebbe for customs clearance.
Day 05: Gorilla Tracking
Following breakfast and with packed lunch in tow, you’ll be driven to the park headquarters for a briefing on gorilla tracking. Your allocated gorilla family will depend on factors like your fitness level, interests, and age. Once briefed, you’ll embark on a trek into the forest to find the gorillas. Upon sighting them, you’ll have an hour for observing and photographing these magnificent creatures before returning to Mahogany Springs lodge.
Accommodation: Mahogany Springs
Meal Plan: Full Board
Day 06: Flight to Entebbe and Optional Activities
In the morning, you’ll catch a flight from Kihihi to Entebbe, arriving around mid-day. You’ll have the option to engage in activities such as visiting the Uganda Wildlife Educational Center.
Accommodation: Protea Hotel Entebbe
Meal Plan: Full Board
Day 07: Ngamba Island Visit and Departure
After breakfast, you’ll head to the waterfront/UWEC for a speed boat ride to Ngamba Island. Here, you’ll have the unique opportunity to feed orphaned chimps and enjoy lunch on the island. Later, you’ll return to Entebbe by boat for your evening flight back home, marking the end of your 7-day fly-in to Masai Mara & Gorilla Trekking Safari.