7 Days Bwindi Gorillas and Masai Mara Safari (Uganda Gorillas & Kenya Wildlife Safari)
The 7 Days Bwindi Gorillas and Masai Mara Safari is the best Uganda and Kenya safari because it includes two of Africa’s best wildlife safaris: trekking with mountain gorillas and watching the Wildebeests Migrate in Masai Mara. With this 7-day Bwindi Gorillas and Masai Mara Safari, you can have the African adventures of a lifetime in Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National Park in Uganda and Masai Mara in Kenya. This package is perfect for tourists who want to see Kenya, especially Masai Mara National Reserve, which has some of the best wildlife viewing in Africa. It also includes Bwindi Impenetrable National Park in Uganda, which is home to more than half of the world’s remaining endangered Mountain Gorillas.
This 7-day trip to the Masai Mara and Bwindi Gorillas will amaze you. You will see the famous “Big Five” animals of Africa: the lion, leopard, rhinoceros, elephant, and buffalo. You will also try to find the rare mountain gorillas in Bwindi. As a reward for your seven days of safari travel, you will get to see the unique African culture, beautiful scenery, and amazing animal viewing in both Bwindi and the Masai Mara. You will see gorillas in Kenya and Uganda on this 7-day safari. You will also visit Kampala and Nairobi, the cities of those countries. Along with hippos, crocodiles, lions, rhinos, buffalo, zebras, warthogs, hyenas, jackals, wild dogs, leopards, and many more species, there will be on show. From Bwindi to the Masai Mara in 7 days, you can see both the gorillas and the Mara.
Tour Summary of the 7 Days Bwindi Gorillas and Masai Mara Safari.
Day 1: Arrival at Entebbe International Airport and Transfer to Bwindi.
Day 2: Go Gorilla Trekking and Batwa Visit
Day 3: Transfer from Bwindi to Jinja.
Day 4: Transfer to Maasai Mara in Kenya
Day 5&6: Maasai Mara National Reserve.
Day 7: Transfer to Nairobi for Departure.
Detailed Itinerary of the 7 Days Bwindi Gorillas and Masai Mara Safari (Day by Day).
Day 1: Arrival at Entebbe International Airport and Transfer to Bwindi.
Our Company representative will transfer you to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park after the pickup from either at your Accommodation in Kampala or Entebbe airport. En route, they will make a photo halt at the equator in Kayabwe and pause for lunch in Mbarara town. Arrive at Bwindi in the late afternoon after taking in a magnificent view of the Kigezi highlands and the beautiful scenery of Uganda the Pearl of Africa.
Day 2: Go Gorilla Trekking and Batwa Visit
After a hearty breakfast, you’ll go to the park headquarters for the briefing of all about the Gorilla trekking guidelines. This will set the tone for a day you’ll never forget. You will go on a trip through the lush tropical rainforests with a single gorilla family as a group of eight. Since these gorillas are already habituated to humans, they will be less likely to change their habits if this is done. You will have a park ranger with the gun to walk with you as you through the hike. This person will keep you safe.
Because these big apes are always moving to find food, it could take anywhere from two to five hours to go hiking with them. You’ll have an hour to look at them and take pictures and videos once you’ve found them. When you get out of the bush, you’ll meet your driver, who will take you to the lodge. On a community walk in the evening, you can see traditional dance, food, and art while visiting Bakiga and Batwa homes.
Day 3: Transfer from Bwindi to Jinja.
After breakfast, you will be transferred back to Jinja town. On the way, stop in Mbarara town for lunch and, if you want another picture at the equator, you will stop again. Go to Jinja to the source of the Nile by going through the Mabira Forest, sugar and tea farms. When you get to your hotel in the evening, you can have dinner and an overnight.
Day 4: Transfer to Maasai Mara in Kenya.
You will start your full-day drive to Masai Mara early in the morning from Jinja. You will enter Kenya through the Busia border. During the trip, lunch will be provided.
In addition, there will be several stops along the way where you can take pictures or rest. When you get to Masai Mara in the late evening, you will head to the designated hotel and check in. After a tasty dinner, stay the night at the hotel and rest from the long journey.
Day 5&6: Maasai Mara National Reserve.
Indulge in a heavy breakfast and then dedicate your day to observing the dynamic events at the Legendary Mara River, which is inhabited by a wide range of animal species. While enjoying your picnic lunch, you can view aquatic wildlife such as hippos and crocodiles.
The Masai Mara is renowned for its abundant and diverse wildlife, surpassing one’s imagination. It is also recognized as the seventh natural wonder of the world and ranks as the fourth most sought-after tourist destination globally. Have a pleasurable experience observing the game.
The reserve houses about 90 distinct animal species, including crocodiles, lions, rhinos, hippos, giraffes, warthogs, buffalo, hyenas, jackals, wild dogs, leopards, antelopes, and elephants. Engaging in this activity promises a remarkable and enduring experience.
You will also visit the Masai village, where you will have the opportunity to fully experience the local culture, including traditional dances and cuisine.
Day 7: Transfer to Nairobi for Departure.
The trip from Masai Mara to Nairobi will start after breakfast, with a stop for lunch along the way. You’ll get there late in the afternoon. Your 7 Days Bwindi Gorillas and Masai Mara Safari is over, you will be taken to the airport for your flight back home.
