This 10-day Uganda–Kenya Wildlife Circuit combines the best of both worlds: Uganda’s lush primate forests and Kenya’s legendary savannah plains. Track mountain gorillas and chimpanzees in the wild, cruise along the Nile, and then cross into Kenya for the world-renowned Maasai Mara — home to the Great Wildebeest Migration and the Big Five. It’s a perfect safari for travelers who want to experience East Africa’s full diversity in one seamless journey.

Itinerary

Day 1 – Arrival in Entebbe (Uganda)
Arrive at Entebbe International Airport and transfer to your hotel for rest and orientation. Depending on your flight time, enjoy optional birding or a sunset walk along Lake Victoria.
Accommodation: 2 Friends Beach Hotel / Papyrus Guesthouse

Day 2 – Transfer to Murchison Falls National Park
After breakfast, drive north via Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary for a guided rhino tracking experience. Proceed to Murchison Falls, where the mighty Nile explodes through a narrow gorge. Visit the top of the falls for spectacular views.
Accommodation: Pakuba Safari Lodge / Paraa Safari Lodge

Day 3 – Game Drive and Boat Cruise on the Nile
Start the day with a sunrise game drive to spot elephants, giraffes, lions, and antelopes. In the afternoon, take a boat cruise to the base of Murchison Falls — an unforgettable experience surrounded by hippos, crocodiles, and abundant birdlife.
Accommodation: Same as Day 2

Day 4 – Transfer to Kibale Forest National Park
Drive south through the Albertine Rift Valley, enjoying beautiful landscapes and local villages. Arrive in Fort Portal, gateway to Kibale Forest, for dinner and overnight.
Accommodation: Turaco Treetops / Chimpanzee Forest Lodge

Day 5 – Chimpanzee Tracking and Bigodi Wetland Walk
Join park rangers for an early morning chimpanzee trek. Observe the primates as they feed, play, and communicate in the canopy. In the afternoon, explore Bigodi Wetland, a community-run sanctuary famous for birds and monkeys.
Accommodation: Same as Day 4

Day 6 – Fly or Drive to Nairobi (Kenya)
After breakfast, transfer to Entebbe Airport for a short flight to Nairobi (or drive to the border for overland transfer). Upon arrival, meet your Kenyan guide and settle into your hotel.
Accommodation: Tamarind Tree Hotel / Eka Hotel Nairobi

Day 7 – Transfer to Maasai Mara National Reserve
Drive through Kenya’s scenic Great Rift Valley to the world-famous Maasai Mara, home of the Big Five and the Great Wildebeest Migration. Arrive in time for an evening game drive.
Accommodation: Zebra Plains Mara Camp / Basecamp Explorer Mara

Day 8 – Full-Day Game Drive in Maasai Mara
Spend the day exploring the endless plains of the Mara. Watch lions on the hunt, elephants grazing, and cheetahs prowling. During migration season (July–October), witness the incredible river crossings of wildebeests and zebras.
Accommodation: Same as Day 7

Day 9 – Maasai Village Visit and Optional Balloon Safari
Visit a traditional Maasai village to learn about their rich culture and daily life. Optional hot-air balloon safari available at sunrise for breathtaking aerial views of the Mara ecosystem.
Accommodation: Same as Day 7

Day 10 – Return to Nairobi and Departure
After breakfast, enjoy a relaxed drive back to Nairobi with stops for souvenirs or scenic viewpoints. Drop-off at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport for your onward flight.

Highlights

• Gorilla and chimpanzee tracking in Uganda

• Rhino tracking at Ziwa Sanctuary

• Wildlife safaris in Murchison Falls and Maasai Mara

• Nile boat cruise and waterfall viewing

• Big Five sightings across Uganda and Kenya

• Cultural encounters with Maasai communities

• Optional hot-air balloon experience