Uganda and Kenya Exposed

15 days - from $3395

Want to see mountain gorillas in their natural habitat, 'monkey around' with chimpanzees at Ngamba and check out some of Africa's best wildlife viewing at three of Kenya's diverse and captivating game parks? This safari offers all this, as we explore the heart of east Africa over two brilliant weeks.

Highlights

• Dawn game drives in Masai Mara
• Night Game Drives in Kenya
• Sip coffee with Mount Kenya, Nanyuki
• Sundowners by Lake Nakuru
• Tented camps and tall stories around the campfire
• The black-maned lions of The Mara
• The great mammal migrations of the Masai Mara National Reserve
• Beach out on Bushara Island, Lake Bunyoni
• Drink waragi – Ugandan banana gin
• Get cheeky with chimps, Ngamba Island
• Gorilla trekking in Bwindi Impenetrable Forest

Itinerary:

Day 1: Entebbe2-3: Kabale - Bwindi Impenetrable Forest4: Gorilla Trekking, Bwindi Impenetrable Forest5-6: Bushara Island7: Entebbe8: Ngamba Island Chimpanzee Sanctuary - Nairobi9: Nanyuki10: Samburu National Reserve11: Samburu National Reserve - Thompson's Falls12: Lake Nakuru National Park13: Lake Nakuru National Park - Masai Mara National Reserve -14-15: Masai Mara - Nairobi

What's It Like?

Gecko's adventures offer authentic experiences and a genuine alternative to backpacking. Our trips are designed for younger travelers on a budget but do include the entrance fees to the ‘must see’ sights while not wasting your money on unnecessary frills. Itineraries utilize public transport and basic twin share accommodations in small locally owned hotels, the occasional multi-share, or simply floor space in a jungle or village hut. Many trips involve some physical activity, the occasional long traveling day and you will need to carry your own bags. On camping trips, meals are freshly prepared by our camp cook, but expect to put up and take down your tent, and assist with camp chores. On all trips we only use local tour leaders who are passionate about their homeland. This is travel, grassroots style - basic but rewarding.

Included: An experienced driver/guide (Days 1-8) and an experienced driver, safari guide and a camp cook (Days 9-15); local specialist guides join us for the gorilla trek; park fees and one confirmed gorilla permit; 4 nights budget hotels, 2 nights island camp, 2 nights tented bush camp, 2 nights bungalows, 4 nights camping; plane from Entebbe to Nairobi; transport in custom-built safari vehicle, motorboat and on foot.
Not Included: International flights, local payment, arrival and departure transfers, airport/departure taxes, visas, pre-tour or post-tour accommodation, all other meals, drinks, sleeping bag, pillow, all optional additional tours or activities during free time, transfers outside of the tour program, travel insurance, tips and items of a personal nature, laundry and flights (unless specified).
Meals: 14 breakfasts, 12 lunches, 11 dinners
EquipmentIncluded: 02 Sep 10
Valid From: 11 Jan 08
Valid Until: 31 Dec 69
Starts/Ends: Entebbe, Uganda to Nairobi
Trip Reference: GAUK