On this adventure accommodated tour you will game drive in Kenya's 'Lake Nakuru' before heading into Uganda where we cross the Equator before we trek for chimpanzees, we then go to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park where we trek for the mountain gorilla. This is an amazing two week tour getting to see some of the most incredible animals in their natural habitat.
This tour includes Gorilla and Chimp Trekking. This is paid at the time of booking - please see supplements for pricing.
Day 1. Nairobi, Kenya - Lake Nakuru National Park Highlights. Lake Nakuru, Kenya.
Departing from Kenya's bustling capital, Nairobi, our journey takes us down across the Great Rift Valley and onward to one of the most famed lakes, Lake Nakuru.Day 2. Lake Nakuru - Eldoret Highlights. Equator.
From Lake Nakuru we journey northwestward gaining altitude en-route to the town of Eldoret situated in the highlands close to the border with Uganda. Along the way we cross the equator for the first time on the tour.Day 3. Eldoret - Kampala, Uganda Highlights. Kampala, Uganda.
From Kenya we move on to Uganda this morning. Once border formalities are completed, we are welcomed into what Winston Churchill referred to as 'The Pearl of Africa'. Our journey takes us onward to the city of Kampala and our accommodation in the hills for the night.Day 4. Kampala - Chimpanzee Trekking Area
From Kampala, we travel west crossing the Equator again, through fertile green terraced hillsides, lush banana plantations, steep mountains, and tangled forests. From the Acacia vehicle we should see herds of Ankole cattle with their incredible long curving horns roaming the roads and paddocks. Arriving at our accommodation you will have the opportunity to relax and unwind, take a walk in the surrounding areas, and mingle with the local community.Day 5. Kalinzu Forest or Kyambura Gorge Highlights. Chimpanzee Trek, Kalinzu Forest, Uganda.
This morning, we trek to see the chimpanzees.Day 6. Chimpanzee Trekking Area - Lake Bunyonyi Highlights. Lake Bunyonyi, Uganda.
We leave this morning and continue on towards the South West corner of Uganda. The 27km long Lake Bunyonyi area will be home for the next few days, while we venture into the nearby jungles in search of the mountain gorilla.Day 7-8. Lake Bunyonyi, Gorilla Trek Highlights. Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, Uganda. Mountain gorillas.
We will be up early to head to the park gate and then onwards with our guides and trackers in search of the mountain gorillas. Our guides will know where the families have been the previous night but the trek can still be long and arduous through thick jungle, however the effort is well worth it when we are rewarded with an audience with these mighty animals.Day 9. Lake Bunyonyi to Kampala
Once we have all trekked, we are up early and back onto the Acacia vehicle for the journey back through to Kampala.Day 10. Kampala to Jinja
Today it is only a short distance from the city to Jinja and the shores of Lake Victoria, located on the banks of the famed Nile River.Day 11-12. Jinja Highlights. Jinja, Uganda.
We have a two free days here to relax and enjoy as much or as little as possible. Maybe it's time to just rest the weary feet after trekking to the mountain gorillas? Or possibly take part in an activity or three?Day 13. Jinja to Eldoret, Kenya
Crossing back into Kenya today, we return to our camp outside the town of Eldoret for our last night on tour.Day 14. Eldoret to Nairobi
From Eldoret we cross the Equator one final time and then it's onward through the Rift Valley and into the capital city, Nairobi - where our adventure comes to an end.Conveniently located on Nairobi's Harry Thuku Road and set in manicured gardens, this hotel offers a peaceful oasis in the centre of town. Walking distance to shops and craft markets. Rooms – single, twin, double en suite rooms with balcony and satellite TV. Facilities – restaurant, bar, swimming pool, internet, laundry. Transfers are available from the Airport by pre-arrangement
* Suggested pre and post tour accommodation can be booked together with your tour. Please enquire at the time of booking.
Conveniently located on Nairobi's Harry Thuku Road and set in manicured gardens, this hotel offers a peaceful oasis in the centre of town. Walking distance to shops and craft markets. Rooms – single, twin, double en suite rooms with balcony and satellite TV. Facilities – restaurant, bar, swimming pool, internet, laundry. Transfers are available from the Airport by pre-arrangement
* Suggested pre and post tour accommodation can be booked together with your tour. Please enquire at the time of booking.
Additional Info
Meals
13 Breakfasts, 13 Lunches, 13 Dinners
Accommodation
13 nights twin share accomodation
Every adventure tour has an Adventure Pass which is paid to your tour leader in Africa at the beginning of the tour (or pre-paid by arrangement prior to your tour). This is separate and in addition to the Tour Price, and covers selected park entries, activities and excursions along the way where payment goes directly to the supplier to ensure local suppliers benefit directly from the income.
* This pass is a compulsory add-on for this tour.