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13 Days | Discover incredible wildlife and resilient culture in Uganda, Rwanda and Kenya
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13 days
Start
Kigali, Rwanda
Finish
Nairobi, Kenya
Trip Code
YGPKC
Min Age
15
Trip Size
1 - 12
Physical Rating
Meals
12 breakfasts, 9 lunches, 10 dinners
Transport
4WD vehicles, Plane, Boat, Private Vehicle
Accommodation
Hotel (3 nights), Eco-Lodge (3 nights), Lodge (3 nights), Permanent Tented Camp (3 nights)
From £10,934(13 days)
Trip Informations
Wild dreams come true on a 13-day Premium journey through Uganda, Rwanda and Kenya. Enter the world of rare mountain gorillas in Uganda’s Bwindi Impenetrable Forest and spend a day tracking and observing these endearing creatures. See sombre reminders of Kigali’s devastating past, watch local life play out on the streets and witness a beautiful country that's continuously striving to move forward. Explore the vast plains of the Masai Mara from the comfort of four-wheel drive Landcruisers, with an expert local leader at the helm, meet Maasai warriors and learn about their way of life. This unforgettable journey is sure to stay etched on your mind forever.
Why you’ll love this trip
With your gorilla permit included in the price of the trip, spend a day through Bwindi Impenetrable Forest to get close to Uganda's rare mountain gorillas for an unforgettable hour. There’s also a chance to do a second trek that can be booked on request at an additional cost. Please refer to the itinerary for more details.
Get close to nature with two fantastic Feature Stays – a gorilla lodge in in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park and a safari camp with easy access to the Masai Mara Game Reserve.
Join an intimate fireside chat with a field veterinarian from The Gorilla Doctors and discover how they are saving the species one gorilla patient at a time.
Visit a local Maasai community known for championing Maasai women’s health and education. During this Exclusive Experience, you’ll be welcomed by traditional Maasai warrior song and dance and learn about this remarkable and ancient culture.
Enjoy Exclusive Experiences as you visit Elsamere Conservation Centre to learn the story of Elsa and their conservation trust over a high tea lunch, then spot hippos and unique birdlife on a boat trip on Lake Naivasha.
Is this trip right for you?
Tracking gorillas in the dense forest can sometimes be wet, humid, muddy and uncomfortable. The terrain is by no means easy either, so it can be pretty strenuous walking. You need to be prepared and fit enough to walk up to 4 hours up and down hills (perhaps pack some gardening gloves to assist in any up-hill climbs). But the sheer thrill of coming across a habituated group of gorillas, dominated by a great male silverback, more than outweighs any difficulty.
The gorilla trek is a shared activity. You may be split into different groups according to fitness level, and be accompanied by other travellers on your trek. However there will only be a maximum of 8 people per gorilla family, plus a local Uganda Wildlife Ranger, and trackers.
Purpose-built 4WD Safari Landcruisers are used for the duration of the trip.
As the early bird catches the worm, the early camper sights the animals. There will be many some starts either to make use of the better safari time or to beat the morning traffic on long travel days.
There's a long drive from Lake Mburo to Bwindi (approximately 6 hours) with plenty stops to rest and take photos, the journey will be just as beautiful as the destination.
Itinerary
Inclusions
Meals
12 breakfasts, 9 lunches, 10 dinners
Transport
4WD vehicles, Plane, Boat, Private Vehicle
Accommodation
Hotel (3 nights), Eco-Lodge (3 nights), Lodge (3 nights), Permanent Tented Camp (3 nights)
Activities
Kigali - Welcome Dinner
Kigali - Genocide Memorial Centre
Kigali - City Tour
Kigali - Local Food Lunch
Bwindi - Gorilla Doctors Veterinarian Educational Talk
Bwindi National Park - Mountain Gorilla Permit & Trek
Complimentary Arrival Transfer
Nairobi - Welcome Dinner
Lake Naivasha - Boat trip
Lake Naivasha - Elsamere Conservation Centre
Lake Nakuru - Afternoon 4x4 Game Drive
Lake Nakuru - Morning 4x4 Game Drive
Loita Hills - Cultural talk and village visit
Masai Mara - Sundowner and snacks
Masai Mara - Full Day 4x4 Game Drive
Masai Mara - Afternoon 4x4 Game Drive
Add on activities
Bwindi Impenetrable Forest - Nombe Forest Pocket (5-6hrs) - USD120
Bwindi Impenetrable Forest - Trek To The Top of The World (2-3hrs) - USD50
Bwindi Impenetrable Forest - Coffee Tour & Lake Mutanda Canoe (6-7hrs) - USD120
Bwindi Impenetrable Forest - Gorilla Buffer Zone Walk (2-3hrs) - USD50
Bwindi Impenetrable Forest - Buniga Batwa Cultural Trail - USD30
Nairobi - City Experience Urban Adventure - USD55
Masai Mara National Reserve - Balloon ride (from price) - USD625
Masai Mara - Half Day Game Drive - USD80
Masai Mara National Reserve - Guided Walking Safari - USD30
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Important notes
1. This trip requires a higher non-refundable deposit (AUD1000, USD1000, EUR800, NZD1250, GBP650, CAD1000, ZAR8000, CHF900) in order to secure the included gorilla permit. Please note that we need to confirm availability of a gorilla permit if you are booking within 45 days of departure. The additional deposit paid at time of booking will be credited to the final balance of your booking.
2. A complimentary airport arrival transfer is included; valid if you are arriving on Day 1 or if you have booked pre-tour accommodation through us. You must provide your flight details to your booking agent at least 14 days prior to travel.
3. A single supplement is available if you’d prefer not to share a room on this trip. The single supplement applies to all nights of your trip and is subject to availability. Please speak to your booking agent for further information.
4. Depending on the departure date, we may use other luxury camps for our Feature Stay in Kenya, including Zebra Plains, Mara Engai, Amani Mara or Fig Tree Camp.
5. This trip finishes after lunch in Nairobi on Day 13. Please do not book any flights out of Nairobi International Airport (JKIA) until after 8pm this evening. A departure transfer can be booked for an additional cost.
6. An optional sunrise balloon ride in the Masai Mara is possible on this itinerary. Please see the itinerary above for full details of this activity. As the balloon only holds 16 people, places are limited and we recommend you book in advance. Please inquire when booking your trip to book this optional activity.
7. Please note that the Gorilla Permit included is only valid for one day on Day 4. For those who are interested for a second trek, please consult your booking agent about purchasing the second Gorilla Permit.
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