10 Days Combined Uganda Kenya Safari: Gorilla Trekking and Wildlife Adventures

Warm Welcome to the Pearl of Africa

Your 10 Days Combined Uganda Kenya Safari begins with your arrival at Entebbe International Airport, where a professional guide from Deks Safaris & Tours will greet you and ensure a smooth transfer to Kampala. This marks the start of your unforgettable Uganda safari. Depending on your time of arrival, you may relax at your hotel or enjoy a short Kampala city tour to experience the capital’s vibrant atmosphere. Uganda is rich with diverse cultures, and Kampala offers a perfect introduction to the friendly hospitality, bustling streets, and dynamic music scenes. You’ll settle into comfortable accommodations with dinner and prepare for the exciting adventures ahead.

• Accommodation: Airport Guest House
• Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, & Drinking Water

Scenic Drive and Cultural Encounters

After breakfast, the journey through Uganda’s lush countryside begins. The drive from Kampala to Kibale National Park is incredibly scenic, passing through tea plantations, papyrus swamps, and the dense jungles of the Nile Delta. Your guide from Deks Safaris & Tours will offer insights into local communities and natural landmarks along the way. Stop for lunch in Fort Portal, a charming town near the foothills of the Rwenzori Mountains. By afternoon, check in at your chosen lodge near Kibale. Later, enjoy a guided crater lakes walk offering sweeping views and a visit to a nearby community for a cultural experience. This day’s experience builds excitement for the following day’s Chimpanzee Tracking – a highlight of any Uganda safari.

• Accommodation: Kibale Forest Camp
• Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, & Drinking Water

Wild Primate Adventures and Scenic Travel

Day three of your 10 Days Combined Uganda Kenya Safari is all about thrilling encounters with man’s closest relatives. After an early breakfast, head to the Kibale Forest Park headquarters for a briefing on Chimpanzee Tracking. The guided trek takes you through one of East Africa’s most biodiverse forests, offering chances to see over 13 primate species including red colobus monkeys and grey-cheeked mangabeys. Once you locate a chimpanzee troop, you’ll have one unforgettable hour observing their behaviors in their natural habitat. After this awe-inspiring Uganda chimpanzee tracking experience, have lunch and set out for a scenic drive through Queen Elizabeth National Park towards Bwindi Impenetrable Forest. En route, look out for elephants and buffaloes, adding more wildlife flavor to your Uganda safari adventure.

• Accommodation: Rushaga Gorilla Lodge
• Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, & Drinking Water

Once-in-a-Lifetime Gorilla Trekking Safari

The highlight of your safari is here: Gorilla Trekking in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park. After an early breakfast, gather at the park headquarters for a briefing and assignment to a gorilla family. Accompanied by experienced rangers and Uganda Wildlife Authority staff, venture deep into the forest in search of these gentle giants. The trek can take between 2 to 6 hours depending on the gorilla family’s location. Upon finding them, spend an hour watching them interact, feed, and play – a powerful, emotional experience unique to Uganda Gorilla Trekking. Bwindi is home to nearly half the world’s remaining mountain gorillas, and this Gorilla Trekking Safari is an unforgettable bucket-list adventure. After the trek, return to your lodge for a relaxing evening and delicious dinner, reflecting on one of the most profound wildlife experiences on Earth.

• Accommodation: Rushaga Gorilla Lodge
• Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, & Drinking Water

Transition from Uganda to Kenya Wildlife Safari

Following breakfast, begin your return journey to Entebbe. En route, stop at Igongo Cultural Center to learn about the traditions of the Ankole and Bahima people, and visit the Uganda Equator for iconic photos and local handicrafts. These cultural encounters enrich your safari with context and appreciation for Uganda’s diverse heritage. After lunch, catch your evening flight to Nairobi, Kenya, marking the start of the second leg of your 10 Days Combined Uganda Kenya Safari. Upon arrival at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, you’ll be welcomed and transferred to your Nairobi accommodation. Enjoy a warm dinner and prepare for a thrilling Kenya Wildlife Safari across iconic landscapes.

• Accommodation: Radisson Blue Hotel
• Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, & Drinking Water

Game Drives and Flamingo Encounters

Your Kenyan adventure kicks off with a drive to Lake Nakuru National Park. The journey descends into the Great Rift Valley, with scenic stops at viewpoints offering spectacular photo opportunities. Upon arrival, check in at your lodge and have lunch. In the afternoon, embark on a game drive through Lake Nakuru’s savannahs and lakeshores. Famous for its pink flamingoes, the park is also home to rhinos, lions, leopards, giraffes, and more. Spotting wildlife in this stunning setting is an essential part of your Kenya safari. The combination of bird watching and big game sightings makes this destination a gem in East African safaris. After the drive, return to your lodge for a hearty dinner and overnight stay.

• Accommodation: Ziwa Bush Lodge
• Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, & Drinking Water

Onward to the Home of the Big Five

Day seven of your 10 Days Combined Uganda Kenya Safari leads you to the world-famous Maasai Mara National Reserve. After breakfast, journey southwest through the Kenyan countryside to the Mara, arriving in time for lunch at your lodge. The afternoon brings your first game drive in this wildlife-rich region, home to lions, leopards, elephants, buffaloes, and rhinos – the celebrated Big Five. Depending on the season, you may witness the Great Wildebeest Migration, a spectacle of thousands of animals crossing the plains. A Maasai Mara safari is a must for every Kenya tour, offering up-close sightings and endless photographic moments. As the sun sets, return to your camp or lodge for a traditional dinner and rest.

• Accommodation: Jambo Mara Safari Lodge
• Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, & Drinking Water

Full-Day Safaris and Cultural Interactions

Spend two full days exploring the vast savannahs of the Maasai Mara. Morning and evening game drives increase your chances of seeing elusive predators like cheetahs and hyenas. Your guide can help arrange a hot air balloon safari – floating over the plains at dawn and ending with a champagne breakfast among wildlife. These two days provide a deep dive into Kenya’s ecosystem and are among the top highlights of your Combined Uganda Kenya Safari. Additionally, visit a traditional Maasai village (Manyatta) to learn about the customs, dances, and lifestyles of this iconic pastoralist tribe. Such cultural experiences enhance the safari, offering travelers a holistic understanding of the region’s people and their relationship with the land. Your Kenya wildlife safari becomes even more enriching with these meaningful cultural immersions.

• Accommodation: Jambo Mara Safari Lodge
• Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, & Drinking Water

Final Game Drive and Departure

After a morning game drive and breakfast, check out from your lodge and begin your drive back to Nairobi. En route, reflect on the diverse landscapes, majestic wildlife, and powerful moments you’ve experienced on this 10 Days Combined Uganda Kenya Safari. Before departure, enjoy a special lunch at Nairobi’s famous Carnivore Restaurant, known for its variety of grilled meats including exotic game. Later, your guide will transfer you to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport for your international flight home. The combined Uganda Gorilla Trekking and Kenya Wildlife Safari is not just a holiday – it’s a soul-stirring journey through East Africa’s most iconic wilderness.

Accommodation: None

• Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, & Drinking Water
• End of 10 Days Combined Uganda Kenya Safari

Warm Welcome to the Pearl of Africa

Your 10 Days Combined Uganda Kenya Safari begins with your arrival at Entebbe International Airport, where a professional guide from Deks Safaris & Tours will greet you and ensure a smooth transfer to Kampala. This marks the start of your unforgettable Uganda safari. Depending on your time of arrival, you may relax at your hotel or enjoy a short Kampala city tour to experience the capital’s vibrant atmosphere. Uganda is rich with diverse cultures, and Kampala offers a perfect introduction to the friendly hospitality, bustling streets, and dynamic music scenes. You’ll settle into comfortable accommodations with dinner and prepare for the exciting adventures ahead.

• Accommodation: Airport Guest House
• Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, & Drinking Water