An epic adventure awaits you on this 12-day tour through Kenya, Uganda, and Rwanda. In the Masai Mara, you'll embark on incredible wildlife safari drives to spot big cats (cheetahs, leopards, and lions) with opportunities to visit a Masai village and learn about this nomadic culture. Visiting G Adventures for Good projects like the Nyamirambo Women's Centre and the Amani Ya Juu gives you a grounded, well-rounded understanding of what makes this slice of the continent so special.
Day 1: NairobiArrive at any time.
Day 2: Nairobi/Masai MaraJourney through the Great Rift Valley on the way to one of the most famous national parks in Africa. Enjoy a late afternoon wildlife safari drive in the hopes of spotting the "big five".
Day 3: Masai MaraEnjoy an early wildlife safari drive when animals are most active. Opt to visit a Masai village, learn to dance like a warrior, stop in the manyatta (family compound) and learn about this nomadic culture.
Day 4: Masai Mara/NairobiEnjoy a final wildlife safari drive before the journey back to Nairobi.
Day 5: Nairobi/KampalaTravel from one bustling East African capital city to another. Relax in Kampala and await the second part of this epic adventure.
Day 6: Kampala/Fort PortalTake the scenic route to Fort Portal at the edge of Kibale National Park. Spend the night on a guest farm listening to the sounds of monkeys and birds.
Day 7: Kibale National ParkExplore the evergreen rainforest and trek to spot chimps in the morning or afternoon. Enjoy a traditional lunch in the Bigodi Community.
Day 8: Kibale NP/Queen Elizabeth NPContinue on to Queen Elizabeth NP, stopping at the equator. Head out on a wildlife safari drive in the afternoon. Keep your eyes peeled for warthogs, elephants, buffalo, five different species of primates, and hippos.
Day 9: Queen Elizabeth National ParkTake an early morning wildlife safari drive and enjoy lunch inside the park. Opt for an evening cruise along the Kazinga Channel.
Day 10: Queen Elizabeth NP/Bwindi Impenetrable NPEnjoy the scenic drive south, with views of forests, volcanoes and lakes. Spend the night on the edge of Bwindi Impenetrable National Park.
Day 11: Gorilla TrekkingRise early for the tour's main highlight – gorilla trekking!
Day 12: Bwindi/KigaliCross the border into Rwanda, then head to the capital city, Kigali. Visit the genocide museum to learn more about the dark history of this fascinating country. Enjoy lunch at the G Adventures supported Nyamirambo Women's Centre. Tour ends on arrival at hotel.
