Discover the best of East Africa on this 7-day safari that combines gorilla trekking in Uganda or Rwanda with incredible wildlife encounters in Kenya’s Maasai Mara. This cross-country journey blends primate tracking, Big Five game drives, and rich cultural experiences into one unforgettable adventure.
Duration: 7 Days / 6 Nights
Destinations Covered: Uganda or Rwanda – Bwindi / Volcanoes | Kenya – Maasai Mara
Safari Type: Primate & Wildlife Safari
Best For: Adventure travelers, photographers, and wildlife enthusiasts
Arrive in Uganda or Rwanda and transfer to Bwindi Impenetrable Forest or Volcanoes National Park. Upon arrival, settle into your lodge and receive a detailed briefing on gorilla trekking guidelines and safety.
Accommodation: Midrange or Luxury Lodge
Meal Plan: Dinner
Highlight: Scenic countryside views and cultural encounters en route.
Start early for a thrilling gorilla trekking adventure. Hike through the misty rainforest guided by experienced rangers until you encounter a gorilla family. Spend one unforgettable hour observing their natural behavior.
Accommodation: Lodge near park
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Highlight: Face-to-face encounter with mountain gorillas.
Enjoy an optional second gorilla trek or take a cultural walk before traveling to the border for your journey to Kenya.
Accommodation: Transit Lodge / Nairobi Hotel
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Highlight: Scenic transfer and border crossing.
Fly or drive to the world-famous Maasai Mara. After check-in, embark on an evening game drive across the golden savannah, home to lions, elephants, giraffes, and zebras.
Accommodation: Mara Serena Lodge / Ashnil Mara Camp
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Highlight: First glimpse of Africa’s Big Five.
Enjoy morning and afternoon game drives across the vast Mara plains. Spot cheetahs on the hunt, herds of wildebeest, and elephants bathing in the rivers.
Accommodation: Safari Camp or Lodge
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Highlight: Big Five sightings and stunning landscapes.
After breakfast, visit a traditional Maasai village to learn about their customs, dress, and way of life. Continue with another wildlife drive in the afternoon.
Accommodation: Safari Camp or Lodge
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Highlight: Cultural immersion with the Maasai people.
Enjoy a final early morning game drive before breakfast, then transfer to Nairobi or your onward destination.
Meal Plan: Breakfast
Highlight: Farewell to the Mara wilderness.
Book gorilla permits early to secure availability.
Bring hiking boots, a rain jacket, and a good camera.
Carry necessary travel documents and vaccinations.
Combine this trip with extensions to Serengeti or Lake Nakuru for more wildlife encounters.
We specialize in seamless cross-border safaris that merge gorilla trekking and wildlife adventures into one smooth journey. From permits and transfers to expert guides, we handle every detail for a stress-free experience.