Embark on a thrilling 14-day journey that blends Kenya’s world-famous savannahs, Uganda’s lush rainforests, and the tranquil beaches of the Kenyan coast. This tour is perfect for travelers seeking an immersive African experience that combines thrilling wildlife safaris, breathtaking landscapes, rich cultural encounters, and serene relaxation by the Indian Ocean.
You’ll track the Big Five across Kenya’s iconic national parks, come face-to-face with mountain gorillas in Uganda’s Bwindi Impenetrable Forest, and unwind on the white sands of Diani Beach. Each destination reveals a different side of Africa—from the roar of lions in the Maasai Mara to the misty magic of Uganda’s highlands and the soothing rhythm of the coastal tides.
Arrive at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, where you’ll be warmly welcomed by your guide. Transfer to your Nairobi hotel for a briefing on your upcoming safari. Enjoy a welcome dinner as you prepare for your adventure.
Accommodation: Eka Hotel Nairobi or similar.
After breakfast, drive through the scenic Great Rift Valley to the Maasai Mara, Kenya’s most famous wildlife reserve. Arrive in time for lunch and an afternoon game drive, where you’ll spot lions, leopards, elephants, and herds of wildebeest grazing across the plains.
Accommodation: Mara Serena Safari Lodge or similar.
Spend the entire day exploring the vast Mara ecosystem. Morning and afternoon game drives offer excellent chances to witness the Big Five and, depending on the season, the Great Migration. In the evening, visit a local Maasai village to learn about their traditions and lifestyle.
Accommodation: Mara Serena Safari Lodge or similar.
Depart for Lake Naivasha, a freshwater lake famous for its birdlife and hippos. After lunch, enjoy a scenic boat ride among hippos and cormorants, followed by a guided walk on Crescent Island, home to giraffes, zebras, and antelopes.
Accommodation: Lake Naivasha Sopa Resort.
Return to Nairobi for your afternoon flight to Entebbe, Uganda. Upon arrival, meet your Ugandan guide and transfer to your hotel overlooking Lake Victoria.
Accommodation: 2 Friends Beach Hotel Entebbe.
After breakfast, take a scenic drive to Bwindi, passing rolling hills, tea plantations, and local villages. Stop for photos at the Equator and enjoy a picnic lunch en route. Arrive in the evening at your lodge nestled in the misty rainforest.
Accommodation: Gorilla Mist Camp or similar.
Today is the highlight of your safari—gorilla trekking! After an early briefing, set off into the dense forest with expert rangers to track a family of endangered mountain gorillas. Spend a magical hour observing them up close—a truly life-changing encounter. Return to the lodge for relaxation and a cultural performance by local Batwa communities in the evening.
Accommodation: Gorilla Mist Camp or similar.
Drive to Lake Bunyonyi, known as the “Switzerland of Africa,” for its terraced hills and tranquil waters. Spend the afternoon canoeing, birdwatching, or simply relaxing by the lake.
Accommodation: Arcadia Cottages Bunyonyi.
After breakfast, transfer back to Entebbe for your flight to Mombasa, Kenya’s coastal paradise. Upon arrival, transfer to your luxurious beach resort in Diani.
Accommodation: Baobab Beach Resort & Spa.
Relaxation Spend four full days unwinding on the white sands of Diani Beach. Enjoy swimming, snorkeling, diving, or optional excursions such as a Wasini Island dhow cruise or a visit to Shimba Hills National Reserve. Indulge in fresh seafood, spa treatments, and sunset walks along the Indian Ocean.
Accommodation: Baobab Beach Resort & Spa.
Enjoy your final breakfast overlooking the ocean before being transferred to Moi International Airport in Mombasa for your flight home or onward journey.