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Gorillas & Game Parks

Trip Type: Overland

16 Days
| 1 - 22 People

Starts From:

NZD $6,720.00 /Person
A close encounter with gentle giants on a gorilla safari in Uganda is an extraordinary experience that will always stay with you. On this …
Gorillas & Game Parks

A close encounter with gentle giants on a gorilla safari in Uganda is an extraordinary experience that will always stay with you. On this 16-day overland African camping adventure, you’ll roam the verdant plains, rainforests, papyrus-fringed lakes and acacia woodlands of Kenya and Uganda’s game parks, from Queen Elizabeth National Park to the Maasai Mara Reserve. Spot lions, rhinos, antelopes, hippos, leopards and more in their natural habitats. If you’re looking for a trip that has it all when it comes to African wildlife, this is the trip for you! Take an adventure with a knowledgeable local leader and get the best chance to spot the Big Five, the Small Five, the Ugly Five and all your favourites from the Lion King!

Itinerary

Day 1: Nairobi

Day 2: Lake Nakuru National Park

Day 3: Eldoret

Day 4: Kampala

Day 5: Queen Elizabeth National Park

Day 6: Kalinzu Forest

Day 7: Kisoro

Day 8: Gorilla Trek

Day 9: Gorilla Trek

Day 10: Mbarara

Day 11: Jinja

Day 12: Jinja

Day 13: Kericho

Day 14: Maasai Mara National Reserve

Day 15: Maasai Mara National Reserve

Day 16: Nairobi

Trip Inclusions

Meals

15 breakfasts and 14 dinners are included

Transport

Overland Vehicle, 4WD Safari Vehicle

Accomodation

Camping (with facilities) (13 nights), Hotel (1 night), Hotel with shared facilities (1 night)

Included Activities

  • Lake Nakuru - Overland Vehicle Game Drive
  • Lake Nakuru - Morning Overland Vehicle Game Drive
  • Queen Elizabeth National Park - Overland Vehicle Game Drive
  • Bwindi National Park - Mountain Gorilla Permit & Trek
  • Kericho - Tea plantation visit
  • Maasai Mara - 4WD Safari
  • Loita Hills - Maasai Village Visit
  • Maasai Mara National Reserve - Full Day 4WD Safari
Trip Highlights
  • Trek through Uganda's steamy forests to seek out rare mountain gorillas and spend an unforgettable hour in their presence with the help of expert rangers and trackers.
  • Head out on an early evening game drive in Lake Nakuru National Park, which is particularly famous for its rhino population.
  • Spend a few days at your own pace in Jinja, which can be a relaxing riverside retreat or an adrenaline-pumping adventure capital, depending on your mood.
  • Look out for lions, cheetahs, elephants, giraffes and more as an expert driver guide take you on a 4WD adventure through the incredible Maasai Mara National Reserve for a full-day game drive.
  • Meet the Maasai people known for their vibrant red dress and elaborate jewellery and gain an insight into the culture and ancient ways of this proud East African community.
  • By travelling on this trip, you’ll directly support our Intrepid Foundation partner, Gorilla Doctors. Donations help them care for injured mountain and Grauer's gorillas – contributing to the long-term sustainability of gorilla populations.
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Provided by
Intrepid
Reference Code: YXOG
Trip Location
Trip Starts: Nairobi, Kenya
Trip Ends: Nairobi, Kenya
Countries Visited: Kenya

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Destination Details

Kenya
| 16 Days
| 1 - 22 People