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15 Day Gorillas & Game Parks - Camping

StartNairobi (Kenya)
EndNairobi (Kenya)
Duration: 15 Days
Style of Tour :
From
USD 2990.00AUD 4,530.30CAD 4,095.89EURO 2,743.12GBP 2,430.89ZAR 59,800.00

Trek through tropical rain forests in search of the rare mountain gorillas. Spend time interacting and observing these giant primates. View the Big 5 and other wildlife of the Masai Mara and visit local villages of the Masai warriors. Explore scenic Uganda and the Great Rift valley, and the source of the Nile River.

Countries visitingKenya, Uganda
Trip ID:DTATNN15
Accommodation on tour:Camping

Highlights

  • Gorilla Trekking
  • Masai Mara National Reserve
  • Nile River
  • Lake Bunyoni
  • Lake Nakuru National Park
  • Great Rift Valley
  • Lake Naivasha

Below is the basic day to day brief,

The Full downloadable Itinerary is at the bottom of this window.

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Day 1:  Nairobi 
Today is an arrivals day. You have the chance to explore Nairobi in your own leisure.

Meals:  None


Day 2:  Nairobi to Masai Mara
Today we leave Nairobi and make a stop at the Great Rift Valley with it’s sensational view before we reach the Masai land. We travel past Narok with the chance to see some of the wildlife that habituates in the area. Later in the day we make our way to Acacia Camp with spectacular scenery.

Meals:  Lunch, Dinner


Day 3:  Masai Mara
This morning as the dawn breaks we set out for a game drive into the Masai Mara Reserve. A multitude of wildlife can be seen that stretches over from the Serengeti National Park into the reserve. We go on search for the Big 5. Later in the day we have the option to tour to one of the Masai Manyatta’s in close proximity to where we are. Tonight we enjoy reminiscing over the day by the campfire.

Meals:  Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Included Activity:  Masai Mara Game Reserve


Day 4: Masai Mara to Eldoret
This morning we leave the Masai Mara past the stunning tea plantations of Kericho and make our way to Eldoret.

Meals:  Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner


Day 5: Eldoret to Kampala (Uganda)
Today we reach the border of Uganda and Kampala where we sleep for the night. With it’s luscious scenery and magnificent beauty, this is a very interesting country.

Meals:  Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner


Day 6 – 9: Kampala to Lake Bunyoni
This morning bright and early we leave Kampala and head towards Lake Bunyoni, which is the base for Gorilla trekking. This experience of trekking for Mountain Gorillas in their own habitat is something you will cherish for the rest of your life.

Meals:  Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner


Day 10: Lake Bunyoni to Kampala
After an experience of a lifetime of exploring the area and Gorilla trekking with the stunning views of Lake Bunyoni we travel back to Kampala. As we cross the Equator there is a chance for a magical photo of one foot in each hemisphere. Tonight we enjoy the night life of Kampala where we stay for the night.

Meals:  Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner


Day 11: Kampala to Jinja
Today we have an opportunity to visit Ngamba Island Chimpanzee Sanctuary or for some of the adrenaline junkies, activities like white water rafting or quad biking. This afternoon we can relax on the banks of the river

Meals:  Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner


Day 12: Jinja to Nakuru (Kenya)
This morning we leave early and drive to a beautiful campsite on a local farm on the outskirts of Nakuru.

Meals:  Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner


Day 13: Lake Nakuru National Park
Today we start our tour of Lake Nakuru National Park where a multitude of pink flamingos reside. We may also encounter black and white rhino as well as leopard, buffalo, giraffe, hippo and diverse antelope. Once we finish our game drive we make our way to our campsite later in the day.

Meals:  Breakfast, Lunch, dinner
Included Activity: Game drives at Lake Nakuru National Park


Day 14: Lake Nakuru to Lake Naivasha
Today we marvel in the activities available at Lake Naivasha, recognized for it’s abundant birdlife. We can take a boat trip to the Crescent Island Game Sanctuary or a bike ride around Hell’s Gate National Park.

Meals:  Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner


Day 15: Lake Naivasha to Nairobi
This morning we have breakfast and then we make our way to Nairobi where our tour ends. It’s recommended to spend the afternoon exploring the area, as there are many activities on offer.

Meals:  Breakfast
Included Activity: Lake Naivasha


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Approx. tour cost in
USD 2990.00AUD 4,530.30CAD 4,095.89EURO 2,743.12GBP 2,430.89ZAR 59,800.00

2023 Tour Prices - Per person

USD$ 2,990 - per person

Gorilla Permit -   from USD$ 825 (season dependent)

  • Camping Adventure
  • Qualified tour guides
  • Specially adapted overland vehicles
  • Meals as per itinerary
  • Activities & Entrance fees as per itinerary
  • Sleeping bag required
  • Travel insurance and visas
  • All items of a personal nature
  • Alcohol & beverages
  • Snacks,
  • Souvenirs, tips
  • Gorilla permits
  • Optional activities (see list on Itinerary for complete breakdown).
This tour has a duration of: 15 Days

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