Cruise by Lando (overland adventure vehicle) for 15 days through Kenya and Uganda spotting some of Africa’s most well known wildlife. Start with the “big five” in Masai Mara, search for chimpanzees in the Kalinzu Forest, and let experienced trackers guide you deep into the Ugandan tropical rainforest to spot endangered mountain gorillas in their natural habitat for a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to observe these wild creatures. Camping will keep you close to the action so that the adventure never stops.
13 breakfasts, 11 lunches, 10 dinners
Allow USD115-150 for meals not included.
7-seat 4x4 safari van, Lando (overland adventure vehicle), minibuses, walking.
Nairobi: Arrive at any time.
Masai Mara: Board the safari vehicle and travel into the Maasai Mara Reserve for some wildlife spotting. Enjoy an afternoon at leisure at the camp.
Masai Mara/Lake Nakuru National Park: Depart the camp on your 4x4 safari vehicle and meet up with the Lando at G Adventures-supported Ubuntu Cafe for a delicious lunch. Later, enjoy an afternoon wildlife drive through the area.
Lake Nakuru National Park/Eldoret: See more wildlife life on a morning safari drive around Lake Nakuru. Then, continue onwards in the Lando to Eldoret.
Gorilla Trek: Spend the day on a mountain gorilla trek in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park. Hike deep into the jungle through volcano forests alongside a park ranger in search of these mountain gorillas in their natural habitat. Please be ready for a challenge as the treks can vary in length and difficulty.
Lake Bunyonyi: Explore Lake Bunyonyi with a full day of free time. There are many optional activities to choose from like, swimming, hiking, canoeing, bird watching, or taking a motorboat tour of the lake. In the evening, relax together with the whole group at the lodge.
Lake Bunyonyi/Kalinzu Forest Reserve: Drive through the Ugandan countryside on the journey to Kalinzu Forest Reserve, which is further north in the country. The reserve is adjacent to Queen Elizabeth National Park and offers a great variety of landscapes to view wildlife. Spend the afternoon at your leisure here.
Kalinzu Forest Reserve/Lake Mburo National Park: Rise early this morning for an included chimpanzee tracking excursion within the lush Kalinzu Forest Reserve with a ranger. Later, the group will visit a tea plantation before arriving at Lake Mburo. Then, you can choose to book an afternoon boat cruise, or get to know the local area on foot.
Jinja: The entire day is free for you to explore Jinja on your own or with members of the group. There are plenty of outdoor and adventure activities to choose from like rafting and mountain biking.
Jinja/Eldoret: Catch up on some rest during this travel day between Uganda and Kenya. The group will arrive to the camp site near Eldoret in the evening and spend the night under the stars.
Eldoret/Nairobi: Enjoy the ride as the group travels in the Lando through the Kenyan countryside to Nairobi. The tour will end upon arrival.