12 Days Kenya and Uganda Safari: 12 Days Wildlife and Primate Safari
The 12 Days Kenya and Uganda Safari is a well curated Kenya-Uganda safari package that combines wildlife viewing in Kenya with Primate safaris in Uganda. This 12 Days Wildlife and primate Safari tour starts in Kenya. Fly to Kenya via Jomo Kenyatta International Airport from where you’ll be transferred to Masai Mara National Reserve, Lake Nakuru National Park, and Amboseli National Park for memorable wildlife viewing experiences. From Kenya, this classic 12 Days Kenya and Uganda Safari/ 12-Day Kenya and Uganda Wilderness Adventure will take you to Uganda, the pearl of Africa for unbeatable primate and wildlife viewing adventure.
For primate lovers, this 12 Days Kenya and Uganda Safari will take you to two of the most popular primate trekking destinations in Uganda; Bwindi Impenetrable National Park & Kibale National Park for Gorilla trekking and Chimpanzee trekking experiences. where you will be able to trek the elusive mountain gorillas and chimpanzees. This 12 Days Kenya and Uganda Safari will also take you to Queen Elizabeth National Park for opportunities to spot the unique tree-climbing lions and other top wildlife species in the park.
Embark on this 12 Days Kenya and Uganda Safari and enjoy 12 day and 11 nights exploring Uganda and Kenya, witness the great wildebeest migration, track the Kibale Chimpanzees, and trek the Bwindi Gorillas.
Safari highlights for 12 Days Kenya and Uganda Safari
Day 1: Pick up & transfer to Masai Mara National Reserve
Day 2: Full Day Game drive in Masai Mara National Reserve
Day_3: Visit Lake Nakuru National Park
Day 4: Visit Amboseli National Park
Day 5: Transfer to Nairobi’s Jomo Kenyatta International & fly to Uganda
Day_6: Transfer to Kibale Forest National Park
Day 7: Chimpanzee Tracking in Kibale National Park
Day 8: Travel to Queen Elizabeth National Park
Day_9: Morning game drive in the Kasenyi Plains
Day 10: Game drive at Ishasha sector & transfer to Bwindi
Day 11: Gorilla trekking adventure in Bwindi
Day_12: Transfer back to Entebbe & Airport drop off
Safari details for 12 Days Kenya and Uganda Safari – Day by day itinerary
Day 1: Nairobi to Masai Mara National Reserve
From Nairobi, you’ll be picked and transferred to Masai Mara National Reserve to start this 12 Days Kenya and Uganda Safari holiday tour. Drive to Masai Mara arriving in time for lunch. Upon arrival in the Reserve, continue to your booked safari lodge. Arrive at the lodge and check-in.
After lunch and a short rest, embark on your first wildlife viewing adventure on this 12 Days Kenya and Uganda Safari. Masai Mara National Reserve is renowned world wide for its incredible wildlife numbers that roam its stunning wilderness all year round. On this classic evening adventure in the Reserve, look out for the iconic African Big Five animals
(lion, leopard, rhino, buffalo, and elephant) and several other species that inhabit the Masai Mara National Reserve. Enjoy wildlife viewing in Masai Mara National Reserve, witness the stunning wilderness, and birdlife all together giving you unforgettable experiences. After your afternoon adventure, return to the lodge for dinner and an overnight stay.
Meals Included: Lunch & Dinner
Day 2: Full Days Game drive at Masai Mara National Reserve
Start your day with a hefty breakfast at the lodge. After breakfast, depart the lodge with packed lunch boxes and embark on a full-day game viewing adventure in Masai Mara National Reserve. Explore various wildlife hotspots in the reserve and follow the migration trails for opportunities to witness various wildlife species and the spectacular wildebeest migration in Masai Mara National Reserve.
Spend your day looking for various wildlife species including; lions, rhinos, buffalos, elephants, and leopards among others in the vast Masai Mara wilderness. Lunch will be enjoyed at a scenic and safe spot in the reserve. After lunch continue with your adventure in the reserve. After your evening game drive, return to the lodge for dinner and an overnight stay.
Dinner and overnight stay at your lodge.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
Day 3: Travel to Lake Nakuru National Park
Following an early morning breakfast, depart Masai Mara National Reserve for Lake Nakuru National Park. Arrive in Lake Nakuru and proceed with your drive to your booked safari lodge. You’ll arrive at the lodge in time for lunch and check-in.
Enjoy lunch and a short rest before embarking on your afternoon adventure in Lake Nakuru National Park. After lunch, embark on a game drive safari in
Lake Nakuru is popular for its millions of lesser flamingos that flock the alkaline Lake Nakuru. Besides its abundant birdlife, Lake Nakuru is also home to a number of wildlife species including lions, leopards, buffalos, hyenas, and cheetahs among others. After your short evening tour around lake Nakuru, return back to your lodge for dinner and overnight.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 4: Lake Nakuru National Park to Amboseli National Park
Wake up and have breakfast at your lodge in Nakuru. After breakfast, depart Nakuru and drive to Amboseli which is about 7 hours’ drive. This long drive offers you an opportunity to enjoy the scenic beauty of Kenya, witnessing its stunning landscape and natural beauty. Arrive in Amboseli National Park and proceed to your lodge. Check in at your lodge, have lunch and start your afternoon safari in Amboseli.
You can do game drives till about 6:00 PM in Amboseli, home to a diverse range of wildlife species. You will enjoy spotting from the elusive predators to giant tuskers of Amboseli National Park. After your evening adventure in Amboseli, return to your lodge for dinner and an overnight stay.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 5: Amboseli to Nairobi Airport for Onwards Flight to Entebbe
Conclude your stay in Kenya and prepare for new adventures in Uganda. Wake up and have breakfast at your lodge. After breakfast, check out of your lodge, depart to Nairobi, and drop off at the Airport for your onward flight to Entebbe International Airport in Uganda.
Upon your arrival at Entebbe International Airport, you shall be met and welcomed by your Ugandan Driver guide. He/she will assist you, brief you, and transfer you to your Hotel for a relaxing evening after your journey.
Meals Included: Breakfast & Lunch
Day 6: Entebbe to Kibale Forest National Park
Today you will be traveling to Kibale National Park. Wake up early in the morning and enjoy breakfast at your hotel. After breakfast, depart you hotel and drive to Kibale Forest National Park. Kibale forest is known for its diverse primate species, especially the chimpanzees. The drive from Entebbe to Kibale is approximately 7 to 8 hours.
Arrive at Kibale National Park and proceed to your booked safari accommodation for relaxation and dinner.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Day 7: Chimpanzee trekking at Kibale National Park
Today you will be indulging in the deep forests of Kibale to search for the chimpanzees. Start your day very early in the morning with a soothing breakfast at your lodge. After breakfast, transfer to the park head quarters where you will join groups of other trekkers for a briefing session and later chimpanzee trekking. trekking to see chimpanzees in Kibale can last anywhere between 30 minutes to 6 hours depend on the location of chimpanzees.
After your remarkable chimpanzee trekking experience in the forest, you will return to the starting point where your driver guide will be readily waiting for you. You will then transfer back to the lodge for lunch and rest.
Later in the afternoon, you will explore the Bigodi wetland sanctuary – and enjoy a community walk for a cultural immersion. Later return to your lodge for dinner and an overnight stay.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
Day 8: Kibale Forest National Park to Queen Elizabeth National Park
Today After Breakfast, Drive to Queen Elizabeth National Park where you will enjoy your next adventure. Queen Elizabeth National Park is renowned for its diverse ecosystems and unique tree-climbing lions. The drive from Kibale to Queen Elizabeth will take about 2 to 3 hours. Arrive in Queen Elizabeth National Park and proceed with an en-route game viewing to your lodge.
Check-in at the lodge and have lunch. After lunch, visit the scenic crater lakes region.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner.
Day 9: Morning game drive in the Kasenyi Plains
Start your day with an early morning breakfast at your lodge. After breakfast, depart for a game drive around the Kasenyi area of this park to witness its abundant wildlife species including lions and other top predators. Enjoy your game viewing here before returning to the lodge. After your morning adventure, return to the lodge for a refreshing meal and a short rest.
After lunch, go for a thrilling boat ride around the Kazinga Channel for opportunities to spot both birdlife and wildlife. This area is popular for its large schools of hippos and abundant number of water birds. Later after your adventure, return to your lodge for relaxation, dinner, and an overnight stay.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
Day 10: Game drive at Ishasha sector and transfer to Bwindi
After breakfast, check out from your lodge and enjoy an en-route drive through the Ishasha region for opportunities to see the famous tree-climbing lions. From here, you will proceed with a drive to Bwindi Impenetrable Forest, home to the endangered mountain gorillas. This journey will take about 2–3 hours.
Arrive at Bwindi and proceed with a drive to your booked accommodation facility. Check-in and relax at your lodge. An optional community tour can be arranged in the afternoon.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
Day 11: Gorilla trekking adventure in Bwindi Forest
Today you will be trekking the elusive mountain gorillas in Bwindi. Start your day early with a sumptuous breakfast at your lodge. After breakfast, drive to the visitors center where you will joing groups of other trekkers for a briefing session and latter gorilla trekking in the Impenetrable forest. After the briefing, you will follow the lead of your ranger guide and indulge deep in the tropical jungles to search for mountain gorillas.
Trekking to see gorilla in Bwindi can be challenging but the experience is worth every penny and effort. After a long trek, you will finally locate these primates in the jungle. You will spend 60 minutes observing the gorillas, and taking photographs. After one hour with the gorillas elapses, start your trek back to the starting point. You will be awarded with a certificate of participation. Later return to your lodge for a refreshing meal and relaxation.
Spend the rest of your afternoon at leisure. Dinner and overnight at the lodge.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
Day 12: Airport drop off
Today marks the end of this classic 12-Day Kenya and Uganda Wilderness Adventure. Wake up and enjoy breakfast at your lodge. After breakfast, depart your lodge and drive back to Entebbe International Airport where you will board your departure flight.
Meals Included: Breakfast & Lunch