10-Day Gorilla Trek - Masai Mara Wonder Safari
10-Day Gorilla Trek – Masai Mara Wonder Safari From Kigali to Nairobi via Bwindi, Kibale, Jinja, Nakuru & Masai Mara
Embark on the adventure of a lifetime through the heart of East Africa. From the misty mountains of Bwindi to the savannahs of the Masai Mara, this journey offers rare wildlife encounters, breathtaking landscapes, and unforgettable cultural experiences across Rwanda, Uganda, and Kenya.
10-Day Gorilla Trek - Masai Mara Wonder Safari Highlights
Gorilla Trekking in Bwindi
Chimpanzee Tracking in Kibale Forest
Optional Adventure Activities on the Nile
Big Five Safaris in Nakuru & Masai Mara
Cross-cultural journey through Rwanda, Uganda Kenya
10-Day Gorilla Trek – Masai Mara Wonder Safari Details
Day 1: Arrival in Kigali, Rwanda
Arrive at Kigali International Airport
Meet and greet with your guide.
Optional Kigali city tour including Kigali Genocide Memorial, local markets, and crafts centers.
Overnight stay in Kigali.
Meals: Dinner
Accommodation: Heaven Boutique Hotel / Kigali Serena Hotel / Similar
Day 2: Kigali to Bwindi Impenetrable Forest, Uganda
Scenic road transfer from Kigali to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park via Cyanika or Gatuna border.
Drive through terraced hills, rural villages, and lush highlands.
Evening arrival in Bwindi – rest and prepare for your gorilla trek.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Mahogany Springs / Buhoma Lodge / Similar
Day 3: Gorilla Trekking in Bwindi
Early morning gorilla trekking experience – a once-in-a-lifetime encounter with a mountain gorilla family in the wild.
Trek duration varies depending on group location (2–6 hours).
Afternoon at leisure or take part in an optional cultural visit with the Batwa pygmy community.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Mahogany Springs / Buhoma Lodge / Similar
Day 4: Bwindi to Kibale Forest National Park
Drive north through the scenic countryside of western Uganda to Kibale Forest, known as the primate capital of the world.
Check in and relax in your lodge nestled near the rainforest.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Turaco Treetops / Primate Lodge / Similar
Day 5: Chimpanzee Tracking & Bigodi Wetlands Walk
Morning chimpanzee tracking in Kibale Forest – observe these intelligent and energetic primates up close.
Afternoon guided walk through Bigodi Wetland Sanctuary, rich in birdlife and monkey species.
Optional visit to a local tea plantation or crater lakes.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Turaco Treetops / Primate Lodge / Similar
Day 6: Kibale to Jinja – Source of the Nile
Departing Kibale National park, enjoy a scenic drive through Uganda’s lush countryside en route to Jinja. Pass tea plantations, rural villages, and the verdant Mabira Forest. Arrive in Jinja, the adventure capital of East Africa, located at the source of the Nile, with optional stops for nature walks or photo breaks
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: The Haven Lodge / Nile Porch / Similar
Day 7: Adventure Day in Jinja
Start your day with a serene boat ride to the Source of the Nile, where Africa’s longest river begins its journey from Lake Victoria. Enjoy the scenic views, birdlife, and a brief history of this iconic location. After the excursion, begin your cross-border journey into Kenya via the Malaba border. Enjoy a scenic drive through the countryside toward Lake Nakuru National Park, arriving by late afternoon. If time allows, enjoy a short game drive en route to your lodge. Lake Nakuru is renowned for its rhinos, flamingos, and diverse birdlife set against the backdrop of the Great Rift Valley
Day 8: Lake Nakuru, to Masai Mara Kenya
Begin your day with a morning game drive in Lake Nakuru National Park, offering a chance to spot white and black rhinos, Rothschild giraffes, buffaloes, zebras, and flocks of flamingos lining the lake’s shores. The early hours provide excellent lighting for photography and increased animal activity. After breakfast, embark on a scenic drive south to the Masai Mara National Reserve, one of Africa’s most iconic safari destinations. Travel through the Great Rift Valley and traditional Maasai lands, with picturesque landscapes along the way. Arrive in the Masai Mara by late afternoon, with time to relax at your lodge or enjoy an optional short game drive to catch your first glimpse of the Mara’s abundant wildlife and sweeping savannahs
Day 9: Full Day Masai Mara:
Start your day with a magical hot air balloon safari over the Masai Mara at sunrise, floating above the vast plains as wildlife roams below—an unforgettable way to witness the beauty of the savannah. After landing, enjoy a champagne bush breakfast before embarking on a full-day game drive. Explore the Mara’s rich ecosystems in search of the Big Five—lion, elephant, buffalo, leopard, and rhino—as well as cheetahs, wildebeest, giraffes, and countless bird species. Enjoy a picnic lunch in the wild and continue your adventure until late afternoon, soaking in the breathtaking landscapes and incredible wildlife encounters unique to the Masai Mara
Day 10: Sunrise Safari & Transfer to Nairobi
Begin the day with a cultural visit to a traditional Maasai village, where you’ll learn about the customs, lifestyle, and rich heritage of the Maasai people. Engage with the community, witness traditional dances, explore their handmade crafts, and gain insight into their pastoral way of life. After the village experience, depart the Masai Mara and begin your journey to Nairobi, passing through the scenic Great Rift Valley. Stop along the way for photos or local shopping. Arrive in Nairobi by late afternoon or early evening, with drop-off at your hotel or the airport for your onward travel or flight hom