12 Day Luxury Amboseli, Mara and Gorillas: Kenya and Uganda
Luxury tented camps in Amboseli and the Mara North conservancy, then Kibale chimps and Bwindi gorillas.
Go beyond the expected.
Twelve days of comfort across two countries: fly to Amboseli and the Mara North conservancy, then on to Uganda for chimpanzees, a gorilla trek and a flight out of Kisoro.
- Flights to Amboseli and the Mara
- Three nights in a luxury Mara camp
- Chimpanzees in Kibale
- Gorilla trek in Bwindi
What's included
Included
- Airport transfers
- Private pop-up roof 4x4 safari vehicle with driver-guide
- Accommodation and meals as specified
- Park and reserve entrance fees for the activities listed
- Mountain gorilla and chimpanzee permits
- Flights as listed in the itinerary
Not included
- International flights
- Visa fees
- Travel insurance
- Tips and gratuities
- Personal expenses
- Alcoholic beverages
Confirm current park fees, permit availability, accommodation and pricing before booking, since these can change with season and demand. Access to remote areas should be confirmed before travel.
Day by day
Day 1 Arrival in Nairobi
Nairobi
Arrive and transfer to a boutique hotel.
Day 2 Fly to Amboseli
Amboseli National Park
Fly from Wilson Airport south over the Athi Plains to Amboseli, with lunch at camp and an afternoon game drive.
Day 3 Amboseli full day
Amboseli National Park
Morning and afternoon game drives with Kilimanjaro rising over the plains.
Day 4 Fly to the Mara
Mara North Conservancy
Fly through Nairobi to the Mara, with lunch at a luxury camp and an afternoon game drive.
Day 5 Mara full day
Mara North Conservancy
Full-day game drives with side trips to the Mara River for hippos and crocodiles.
Day 6 Mara full day
Mara North Conservancy
Another full day of game drives.
Day 7 Fly to Uganda
Nairobi and Entebbe
Fly to Entebbe, where you are met and briefed, with breakfast at a restaurant and a free day.
Day 8 To Kibale
Kibale Forest National Park
Drive west, past the Rwenzori Mountains, to Kibale, with a late lunch.
Day 9 Chimpanzees and Bigodi
Kibale Forest
Track chimpanzees, then walk the Bigodi Wetland in the afternoon.
Day 10 To Bwindi
Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
Drive to Bwindi, arriving for a late lunch, with optional lodge activities.
Day 11 Gorilla trekking
Bwindi
Trek to a gorilla family and spend an hour with them.
Day 12 Fly to Entebbe and departure
Kisoro and Entebbe
Transfer to Kisoro airstrip and fly to Entebbe, arriving by late morning.
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Questions about 12 Day Luxury Amboseli, Mara and Gorillas: Kenya and Uganda
Can I combine a Kenya safari with the coast?
Yes. Pairing a Maasai Mara or Amboseli safari with a few days on the Kenyan coast (Diani, Watamu or Lamu) is a well-established combination, giving a wildlife-then-beach structure to the safari.
Do I need a visa to visit Kenya?
Most nationalities need an eTA (electronic travel authorisation) for Kenya, applied for online before travel. Requirements vary by nationality, so confirm current guidance for your passport ahead of your safari.
Do I need a visa to visit Uganda?
Most nationalities need a visa for Uganda, commonly available as an e-visa applied for online before travel. Requirements vary by nationality, so check the current official guidance for your passport well ahead of your safari.
How many days do I need for a Kenya safari?
A focused Maasai Mara safari can work in 3–4 days, while combining the Mara with Amboseli, another park or the coast generally calls for 7–10 days. We shape the length around what you want to include.
How many days do I need in Uganda?
A focused gorilla trekking safari can work in as few as 4–5 days, but 8–12 days lets you combine gorilla trekking with chimpanzee tracking, a savannah park such as Queen Elizabeth or Murchison Falls, and some rest time. We shape the exact length around what you want to include.
How many national parks does Kenya have?
Kenya protects its wildlife across more than sixty national parks and reserves, an unusually extensive network for a single country: from the Maasai Mara and Amboseli in the south to Samburu and the arid northern reserves, each holding a somewhat different range of species.
How many national parks does Uganda have?
Uganda protects its landscapes and wildlife across ten national parks, ranging from the rainforest of Bwindi Impenetrable National Park (home to mountain gorillas) to the savanna of Queen Elizabeth and Murchison Falls, Uganda’s largest park.
How much does a gorilla trekking permit cost in Uganda?
Uganda gorilla trekking permits are issued by the Uganda Wildlife Authority and priced separately from your safari cost. Permit prices and availability change periodically, so we confirm the current official rate and secure your permit as part of planning your safari: book several months ahead where possible, since permits for popular dates sell out.