Duration
12-Day
Mabamba Swamp, Botswana
You'll experience the ultimate East African adventure with this 12-day journey through Kenya's Masai Mara, Uganda's pristine jungles for gorilla trekking, and Rwanda's misty volcanoes. From iconic big game safaris to unforgettable close encounters with mountain gorillas, this tour blends classic wildlife with raw, untamed beauty.
Plan snapshot
Duration
12-Day
Route
Nairobi to Kigali
Via Masai Mara NR, Mara River, Lake Nakuru NP
Country & park
Botswana / Mabamba Swamp
Style
Mid-range safari
Group size
1-12 travelers
Starts
Any day if available
Minimum age
15 years
Activities
game drives, gorilla trekking, chimpanzee trekking, walking safaris (with an armed guide), specialized birding (with a professional birding guide), nature hikes/walks, canoe/mokoro safaris & boat trip
Accommodation
Kobe Mara Camp - Mid-range tented camp just outside Masai Mara NR (Kenya)
Meals
Day 1: Lunch & Dinner Included; Day 2-3: All Meals Included; All Meals Included
Pickup
Airport transfer included
Booking
Request quote
Currency
USD
Rates
USD
Before booking
Quote flow
This mid-range tour uses lodges and tented camps.
This tour will be organized exclusively for you and won't be shared with others.
If availability permits, this tour can start on any day.
You can request minor changes to the accommodations and destinations of this tour.
Solo travelers can book this private tour.
The minimum age for this tour is 15 years.
Day 1-3
Mid-range tented camp just outside Masai Mara NR (Kenya)
Day 1: Lunch & Dinner Included; Day 2-3: All Meals Included
Day 4
Mid-range lodge inside Lake Nakuru NP (Kenya) – All Meals Included
All Meals Included
Day 5
Budget hostel in Entebbe (City, Uganda) – All Meals Included
All Meals Included
Day 6
Mid-range guest house just outside Kibale NP (Chimps, Uganda) – All Meals Included
All Meals Included
Day 7-8
Mid-range lodge just outside Queen Elizabeth NP (Uganda) – All Meals Included
All Meals Included
Day 9
Budget guest house just outside Buhoma (Bwindi Impenetrable NP, Uganda) – All Meals Included
All Meals Included
Day 10
Mid-range hotel at Lake Bunyonyi (Uganda) – All Meals Included
All Meals Included
Day 11
Mid-range guest house just outside Volcanoes NP (Gorillas, Rwanda) – All Meals Included
All Meals Included
Day 12
(No accommodation)
All Meals Included
Tour step
You'll be collected from the airport. Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.
Day 1
Your journey begins with a pickup from your hotel or the airport by your private guide. You'll drive through the Great Rift Valley as you make your way to the world-famous Masai Mara. Before checking into your lodge or camp, visit a traditional Maasai village (Manyatta). This cultural experience offers a glimpse into the rich traditions, dress, and daily life of the Maasai people. You'll witness traditional dances, learn about their customs, and explore their hand-built homes. It’s a fascinating introduction to the land you’re about to explore. Mid-range tented camp located just outside Masai Mara NR (Kenya) Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included) Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 2
After an early breakfast, you'll set off on a full-day game drive inside the Masai Mara National Reserve. This park is one of Africa’s best safari destinations, known for its incredible density of wildlife and rolling savannah landscapes. Expect to encounter lions, elephants, giraffes, buffalo, and leopards. You’ll also have a chance to see cheetahs hunting on the open plains and hippos wallowing in the Mara River. Depending on the season, you may even witness the Great Migration. Lunch will be served picnic-style in the bush, before continuing your wildlife adventure into the afternoon. Mid-range tented camp located just outside Masai Mara NR (Kenya) All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 3
Your second day in the Masai Mara gives you another chance to explore new areas of the reserve and deepen your wildlife sightings. You'll head out at dawn for optimal viewing and follow fresh tracks with your guide, possibly catching dramatic predator-prey interactions in the golden morning light. After lunch, you'll be back at the lodge or on a picnic, and spend your afternoon in the reserve’s quieter corners. As the day cools, animals begin to stir again. Mid-range tented camp located just outside Masai Mara NR (Kenya) All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 4
After breakfast, you'll depart the Masai Mara and enjoy a scenic drive north toward Lake Nakuru National Park. You’ll pass through small towns and beautiful highland landscapes as you make your way into the Great Rift Valley once again. You'll arrive at Lake Nakuru in the late afternoon and head straight into the park for an afternoon game drive. Known for its flamingos, endangered white rhinos, and tree-climbing lions, Nakuru offers a very different safari environment. Watch the sun begin to set over the lake as you check into your lodge or camp for the night. Mid-range lodge located inside Lake Nakuru NP (Kenya) All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 5
You'll start the day early with a second game drive in Lake Nakuru, offering another chance to spot its unique wildlife — from leopards hiding in the yellow-barked acacias to buffalo grazing along the lake shore. Early morning is also the best time to catch the birds and animals at their most active. After your morning safari, you'll begin your final drive back to Nairobi, arriving in time for your short flight to Uganda where your new local guide will meet you at the airport and take you to your lodge before your next adventure begins tomorrow! Budget hostel in Entebbe (City, Uganda) All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 6
This morning, you'll head to the shores of Lake Victoria for a shoebill trek, where you’ll first board a motorboat, then switch to a local community canoe to reach the heart of the swamp. Here, with the help of a professional birding guide, you’ll search for the legendary shoebill — a rare, dinosaur-like bird found only in a few parts of Africa. After, you'll depart for western Uganda, enjoying a scenic drive through lush countryside, rolling tea plantations, and lively local villages. The changing landscapes give you a deeper sense of Uganda’s beauty and rhythm of life. You'll arrive near Kibale Forest National Park in late afternoon or early evening and check into your lodge, set amidst beautiful forested surroundings. Mid-range guest house just outside Kibale NP (Chimps, Uganda) All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 7
This morning, head into Kibale National Park for an unforgettable chimpanzee trekking experience. Known as the “Primate Capital of East Africa”, Kibale is home to the highest density of chimpanzees in the region — over 1,500 individuals — making it one of the best places in the world to see them in the wild. With the guidance of expert trackers, you’ll follow signs through the forest until you find one of the habituated chimp families. Once located, you’ll spend one hour observing their natural behavior — grooming, feeding, calling loudly through the forest, or moving swiftly through the canopy. After the trek, you may choose to further explore the region with a visit to a local vanilla farm, a boda boda ride through nearby villages, or a high-altitude coffee hike near the Rwenzori Mountains. Otherwise, continue to Queen Elizabeth National Park, check in to your lodge, and rest ahead of tomorrow’s full day of exploration. Mid-range lodge located just outside Queen Elizabeth NP (Uganda) All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 8
You'll start your morning with a drive through Queen Elizabeth National Park, one of Uganda’s top wildlife destinations. The park is known for its rich variety of animals, including lions, elephants, buffalo, and leopards. In the afternoon, you'll set off on a boat safari along the Kazinga Channel, home to one of the world’s largest hippo populations. You’ll glide past massive pods of hippos, crocodiles basking on the banks, and large herds of elephants and buffalo coming to drink. Few places in Africa offer such consistent and close-up encounters with wildlife. Mid-range lodge located just outside Queen Elizabeth NP (Uganda) All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 9
Today you’ll travel through the remote Ishasha Sector of Queen Elizabeth National Park, best known as the place to see tree-climbing lions. This is one of the few areas in Africa where lions regularly rest in the branches of large fig trees — a rare and fascinating sight. We’ll explore the open savannah of Ishasha, looking out for tree-climbing lions, topis, and elephants before continuing the journey to Bwindi. Before arriving at the lodge, we will make a visit to the Pangolin Conservation Centre, a sanctuary dedicated to rescuing and rehabilitating one of the world’s most trafficked yet rarely seen animals. Here, we can learn more about the conservation efforts and even meet the pangolins that are in rehabilitation. Budget guest house just outside Buhoma (Bwindi Impenetrable NP, Uganda) All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 10
Today, you’ll trek in Bwindi Impenetrable Forest, a UNESCO World Heritage Site that is home to nearly half of the world’s remaining mountain gorillas. After a short briefing, you'll set off with your guide into the forest to track one of the habituated gorilla families. Once located, you’ll spend one unforgettable hour observing them up close — playing, moving through the trees, and interacting with each other in their natural environment. This is the highlight of any trip to Uganda and an experience that leaves a lasting impression. After the trek, you will continue your adventure to Lake Bunyonyi. Mid-range hotel located at Lake Bunyonyi (Uganda) All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 11
Start your day at Lake Bunyonyi, one of the most beautiful and serene spots in Uganda. Surrounded by terraced hills and dotted with 29 small islands, this lake is Africa’s second deepest — and completely free of crocodiles and hippos, making it ideal for a peaceful experience. If interested, you can go on an optional canoe trek where you'll embark on an adventure to explore some of these islands, taking in the stunning scenery and getting a glimpse of local life along the lakeshore. Along the way, you’ll have the chance to spot waterbirds and observe daily life as locals paddle past in traditional dugout canoes. After your lake adventure, you'll continue your journey toward Rwanda. You’ll arrive at your lodge in time to unwind and prepare for tomorrow’s discoveries. Mid-range guest house just outside Volcanoes NP (Gorillas, Rwanda) All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 12
Today’s adventure offers an unforgettable experience in Volcanoes National Park. You will track the vibrant and energetic Golden Monkeys, known for their striking orange-gold coats and playful nature. Found only in a few places in the world, these rare primates leap through the lush greenery of the Virunga Mountains in large, lively troops—making for an incredible sight and a dream for photographers and wildlife lovers alike. Afterwards, you'll begin your drive to Kigali, where your guide will drop you off at the airport or at your selected hotel, wrapping up your unforgettable adventure. All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Tour step
Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost. You'll be dropped off at the airport.
Park fees (For non-residents)
Gorilla permits(One per person, non-resident)
Chimp permits(One per person, non-resident)
All activities (Unless labeled as optional)
All accommodation (Unless listed as upgrade)
A professional driver/guide
All transportation (Unless labeled as optional)
All flights during the tour
All Taxes/VAT
Roundtrip airport transfer
Meals (As specified in the day-by-day section)
Drinking water (On all days)
International flights (From/to home)
Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
Tips (Tipping guideline US$10.00 pp per day)
Personal items (Souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees, etc.)
Government imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees
Offered by
At Wild Uganda, we believe travel is more than just a trip—it’s a journey into the heart of nature, culture, and adventure. With years of guiding experience across East Africa and beyond, we create unforgettable, private tours in Uganda, Kenya, Rwanda, Tanzania, Burundi, and Mauritius. Each journey is thoughtfully designed to offer unique adventures, from iconic wildlife encounters and breathtaking landscapes to rich cultural experiences that go far beyond the ordinary safari.
Office In
Uganda
Size
5-10 employees (Founded in 2025)
Tour Types
Custom mid-range & luxury tours that can start every day
Destinations
Burundi, Kenya, Mauritius, Rwanda, Tanzania, Uganda
Traveler feedback
Overall
5.0/5Communication
5.0/5Accuracy
5.0/5Value
5.0/5Safety clarity
5.0/5Cultural value
5.0/5My friend and I had a great day! We went to Mabamba swamps to look for the famous shoebill. Everything went smoothly and Innocent our tour guide) didn't want to give up on showing us the bird, even though it was getting late. We succeeded! It was a great experience 🥰👍🏻 We are very grateful and very happy ☺️
An Ka · Poland
As a fairly experienced safari traveller (Tanzania, Kenya, South Africa), this was my first visit to Uganda. I booked my vacation directly at Wild Uganda. I was charmed by its reviews and the very good value for money in comparison with other operators. There were quite some extra wishes to the standard 10 days offer such as an extra day and different lodges. Communication was very easy and fast via WhatsApp; I also had a very nice video conversation with Ernest. He was very friendly, helpful, flexible and fulfilled all our extra wishes. Then the journey itself: as said we made several Safaris before in other countries and I must say this one was the most diverse. We did a lot of game drives in Murchison Falls, Queen Elizabeth and Lake Mburo and saw a lot of wild life: lions, leopards, elephants, buffalos and so on. On top of that we had walking safaris at Ziwa (rhino 's), Kibale (chimps), Bwindi (gorillas) and Lake Mburo (giraffe, zebra etc). We also had boat trips at Lake Victoria (shoebills), Murchison Falls, Kazinga Channel and Lake Bunyonyi. Along the way we visited local communities such as a coffee farm, vanilla plantation, banana beer brewery and primary school. The Ugandese people are very warm and hospitable and real ambassadors for their country. Although it is hard to make a ranking in all of our activities, I must highlight the gorilla track since before booking we were in doubt whether we wanted to spend relatively much money on this tour. I must say it was stunning and worth every penny! Accommodations were very nice, especially for its locations, welcoming staff and good meals. See reviews on Google maps to get an impression of what to expect. I read some rare negative stories of the lodges we visited, but the only thing I can say is that these are mainly based on unreasonable standards or expectations and ours are solely positive. Most of all I'd like to mention our guide Allanie, who did a wonderful job at accommodating and establishing this breath taking experience! We had an informal daily briefing and everything was fitted to our wishes. He provided very useful information and extra stops at places of our interest. If you have the opportunity, I would certainly recommend to book for 10+ days. This will give you the chance to relax every now and then and process all the experiences. Im short, whenever I return to Uganda I will definitely book at this organisation again and can recommend anyone to do so as well.
Dirk · Belgium
Our 10 Days Best of Uganda Tour truly showed us why Uganda is called the “Pearl of Africa.” The diversity of experiences within a relatively short time made the trip feel very complete. The wildlife we experienced throughout the trip was incredibly abundant. A major highlight, and one of the main reasons for our journey, was the chimpanzee and gorilla tracking, which was truly unforgettable. In addition, we saw leopard cubs, a baby rhino, lions (including a tree-climbing lion during a hunt), and much more – these are only a few examples of what we encountered on a daily basis. One fun highlight was that we managed to see the Big Five in under 24 hours. The boat cruises on the Nile and along the Kazinga Channel were also particularly impressive. Beyond the animals, the cultural side of the trip was just as memorable. We visited a local cinema, did a gin tasting, learned about local coffee and vanilla farming, and even had the chance to play football with a group of kids in a village. These experiences made the trip feel very authentic and personal. Allaine was an excellent guide – very knowledgeable, attentive, and also great fun to be around. His sense of humor and the balance he found between engaging with us and giving us time on our own made a real difference throughout the trip. The accommodations were well chosen, with welcoming staff and good food – perfect for relaxing after active days. Communication with the tour operator was smooth and reliable from the very beginning. The planning process was straightforward, and all questions were answered quickly and clearly. Overall, a fantastic experience that we would highly recommend. We would definitely travel again with Wild Uganda and especially with Allaine as a guide.
Anna & Florian · Germany
Our 5-day safari with Wild Uganda was simply unforgettable! From the planning stage to departure, everything was perfectly organized. The team was always available and took all our wishes into account. The accommodations were excellent, perfectly tailored to our needs, and offered breathtaking views. The safari itself was an absolute highlight: from Queen Elizabeth National Park to chimpanzee trekking and our personal highlight – gorilla trekking – every moment was unique. The walking safari in Lake Mburo National Park was also a very special experience. It was incredible how close we sometimes got to the animals – a feeling we will never forget. We truly went through every emotion: tears of joy, goosebumps, and moments of complete speechlessness. A very special thank you to our guide Allaine! He was simply amazing – always helpful, friendly, and attentive. We shared many laughs with him and felt safe and perfectly taken care of at all times. He always brought us to the best photo spots, allowing us to capture unforgettable memories. With his extensive knowledge of wildlife and plants, as well as his experience, he taught us so much and shared his passion with us. If we ever go on a safari in Uganda again, it will only be with Allaine and Wild Uganda! Thank you for everything – this is a trip we will never forget! We highly recommend Wild Uganda and would book with them again anytime!
Rebecca & Karin · Germany
Practical answers
Rates are per person and exclude the international flight from/to your home country.
This tour is offered in US dollars (USD).
This tour accepts children who are 15 years and older.
If availability permits, this tour can start on any day.
You can request minor changes to the accommodations and destinations of this tour.
Kobe Mara Camp - Mid-range tented camp just outside Masai Mara NR (Kenya). Meals: Day 1: Lunch & Dinner Included; Day 2-3: All Meals Included
A transfer from and back to the airport is included
We advise requesting quotes from 3 operators () Requests are sent directly to the tour operator If preferred, you can contact the tour operator directly
Operator policy
This tour is offered by Wild Uganda, not SafariBookings.
This operator reserves the right to change rates advertised on SafariBookings.
If you request changes to this tour, the advertised rates will likely change.
Rates include a fixed budget for flights during this tour. If flights cost more, your quote will reflect this.
The exact order, contents and rates of this tour are subject to availability.
If an accommodation is fully booked, the operator will suggest a comparable alternative.
Gorilla tracking permits are subject to availability.
This tour is subject to the terms & conditions of Wild Uganda.
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