15-Day Kenya and Uganda & Rwanda Safari
This 15-day journey through Kenya and Uganda, concluding with a scenic transfer to Kigali. The safari begins in Kenya, where the striking plains of Amboseli National Park, from there, the route continues to Lake Naivasha, where the atmosphere shifts to a calmer setting of acacia woodlands and lakeshore scenery.
The experience deepens in the world-renowned Maasai Mara National Reserve, where days are shaped by game drives across vast plains rich with wildlife, allowing for close observation of predators, grazing herds, and the ever-changing rhythms of the ecosystem that make this region one of Africa’s most iconic safari destinations.
Crossing into Uganda, the journey transitions into a greener and more forested environment, beginning with Queen Elizabeth National Park, where a mix of savannah, wetlands, and crater lakes supports a wide variety of wildlife and scenic diversity. The route then continues to Kibale National Park, known for its dense tropical forest and rich primate population, before reaching the ancient and mist-covered forests of Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, where the landscape becomes more rugged and immersive, offering a sense of remoteness and ecological significance.
The final stretch of the journey is a relaxed overland transfer from Uganda to Kigali.
Detailed Itinerary
Day 1- 9/JUNE/2026: Mombasa to Amboseli National Park.
Please book FIRST CLASS TRAIN CABIN. I will advise pick up time in Mombasa for the train, so that you can book the relevant train times.
Pickup from airport depart for Amboseli National Park via train, it’s a four hours’ journey. Your driver will meet you Amboseli National Park, arriving Amboseli Lodges in time for lunch. Afternoon game drive in the park, famous for its big game and great scenic beauty whose entire landscape is dominated by Mt Kilimanjaro. Dinner and overnight.
Accommodation: Amboseli lodge.
Meals Plan: Half Board.
Day 2 – 10/JUNE/2026: Amboseli National Park
Early morning pre-breakfast game drive at 6.30am, when you have the best chance to see the majestic Mt. Kilimanjaro. Return to the Amboseli Lodges for late breakfast. The rest of the morning is at leisure. Afternoon game drive. All meals and overnight.
Accommodation: Amboseli lodge.
Meals Plan: Full Board.
Day 3 – 11/JUNE/2026: Amboseli – Lake Naivasha
Early morning game viewing drive as you exit the Amboseli national park. Proceed to Lake Naivasha in the rift valley. Afternoon boat ride viewing small game, exotic birdlife and hippos amid the serenity of this freshwater rift valley lake. This shall be followed by a guided walking safari at the Crescent Island.
Accommodation: Lake Naivasha safari lodge.
Meals Plan: Full Board.
Day 4 – 12/JUNE/2026: Lake Naivasha/Maasai Mara (210 km – approx. 5 hrs.)
Depart Naivasha after breakfast and drive further along the floor of the Rift Valley to Maasai Mara Game Reserve, arriving in time for lunch. Afternoon game drive as you get a feel of this vast game filled reserve. Dinner and overnight.
Accommodation: Mara Ngeche Camp.
Meals Plan: Full Board.
Day 5/6 – 13-14/JUNE/2026: Maasai Mara Reserve
Spend the day in Maasai Mara, Kenya’s most popular game sanctuary where you will have the best opportunity of spotting the Big Five – lion, leopard, buffalo, rhino and elephant. Game drives are flexible, with the option of going out with picnic lunch boxes to spend the entire day in the park, or you can choose to have an early morning and late afternoon game drives. At extra cost you may visit a local Masai village to see their nomadic lifestyle; the Masai are famous for their bravery, as they have co-existed with the animals over the years.
Accommodation: Mara Ngeche Camp.
Meals Plan: Full Board.
Day 7 -15/JUNE/2026: Back to Nairobi and Transfer to Kigali
After breakfast visit a Masai Village, then drive back to Nairobi with lunch en-route arriving Nairobi, where you will drop off at the Nairobi airport for flight to Kigali.
Accommodation: Hotel Des Mille Collines.
Meals Plan: Full Board.
Day 8 – 16/June/2026: Transfer from Kigali to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
You will be picked up from Kigali International Airport by your professional safari guide. Begin your scenic drive northwards through Rwanda’s beautiful countryside, famously known as the Land of a Thousand Hills, passing rolling hills, farmlands, and traditional villages.
Proceed toward Musanze, where you will also enjoy stunning views of the Twin Lakes—Lake Burera and Lake Ruhondo Lunch shall be served enroute.
Afterward, continue your journey northwest to the Uganda border (Cyanika) complete immigration formalities, and proceed to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park.
Upon arrival, check in at for relaxation, Dinner and overnight stay.
Accommodation: Mahogany Springs Lodge.
Meals Plan: Full Board.
Day 9, 17/June/2026: Gorilla Trekking – Batwa Encounter
On this day after having your heavy breakfast, here you will go for Gorilla Trekking. You then you will prepare yourself in appropriate clothing and get ready for Gorilla Trekking. You will be transferred to the Parks center for briefing about the DO’s and DON’T’S by a ranger guide. After briefing, join your group and trek through bamboo forests in search of one of the habituated Gorilla families. When you finally meet them, you’ll spend a magical hour watching their behavior, playful juveniles, nurturing mothers, and calm silverbacks. This life-changing encounter offers deep emotional connection and appreciation for conservation efforts. Return to your lodge to rest and enjoy a relaxing moment. Later in the evening, you will visit the Batwa people for a cultural encounter. Dinner and Overnight.
Accommodation: Mahogany Springs Lodge.
Meals Plan: Full Board.
Day 10, 18/June/2026: Transfer to Ishasha sector of Queen Elizabeth National park and evening Game drive.
On this day, you will wake up early morning for breakfast. From there you will meet your driver guide to transfer to Ishasha sector of Queen Elizabeth National Park. Upon arrival, check into your lodge for lunch and relaxation as you wait for the next encounter. Dinner and Overnight.
Accommodation: Ishasha Jungle Lodge.
Meals Plan: Full Board.
Day 11, 19/June/2026: Morning game drive to spot the tree climbing lions and transfer to Queen Elizabeth National Park
Start your day with an early morning game drive in the famous Ishasha Sector, renowned for its unique population of tree-climbing lions. As you explore the savannah, keep an eye on fig trees where these lions are often seen resting on branches—a rare and fascinating behavior.
During the drive, you may also encounter elephants, buffaloes, antelopes, and a variety of bird species. The early hours provide the best time to witness wildlife when animals are most active.
After the game drive, you will proceed with a scenic transfer through Queen Elizabeth National Park toward your lodge. The journey offers beautiful views of the park’s diverse landscapes, including open plains, crater lakes, and distant mountain ranges.
Upon arrival, check in at your lodge for lunch, relaxation, and enjoy the rest of the day at leisure, followed by dinner and an overnight stay.
This day combines thrilling wildlife encounters with a smooth transition deeper into one of Uganda’s most iconic national parks. Dinner and Overnight.
Accommodation: Mweya Safari Lodge.
Meals Plan: Full Board.
Day 12, 20/June/2026: Morning Game Drive – Afternoon Boat Cruise
The day begins with a mouth-watering breakfast thereafter you head out for a morning gam4e drive that will expose you to diverse animals including the Big four— Elephants, Buffaloes, Lions, Leopards, Warthogs, and many more species that are residents to this park. There is a rich birdlife such as Marital Eagles, African fin foot, African skimmer, Lesser Flamingos among others. You will go back to the Lodge for lunch and relaxation.
Later in the Afternoon, you head out for a boat cruise on the famous Kazinga Channel a natural waterway connecting Lake Edward and Lake George. Here you’ll see land and water adapted hippos, Elephants, Nile crocodile, Warthog etc. Birds like pelicans, kingfishers, and African fish eagles among others. Dinner and Overnight.
Accommodation: Mweya Safari Lodge.
Meals Plan: Full Board.
Day 13, 21/June/2026: Transfer to Kibale National Park
After breakfast, you will depart from Queen Elizabeth National Park and begin your scenic drive north toward Kibale National Park. As you leave the savannah plains, the landscape gradually changes into lush greenery. You will pass through small towns and rural communities, offering a glimpse into local life in western Uganda. The drive is particularly beautiful around the Ndali-Kasenda Crater Lakes area, known for its scenic views and tea plantations.
You may have optional stopovers for photography, short walks, or visits to local markets. Along the way, you might also spot birds and primates near forest edges.
Upon arrival at Kibale National Park, check in at your lodge lunch and relax as you prepare for the next day’s chimpanzee tracking experience.
This transfer offers a smooth and scenic transition from the open savannah to the rich tropical rainforest, showcasing Uganda’s diverse landscapes. Dinner and Overnight.
Accommodation: Turaco Treetops Lodge.
Meals Plan: Full Board.
Day 14, 22/June/2026: Chimpanzee Trekking – Bigodi Wetland
After an early breakfast, report to the park headquarters at Kanyanchu for briefing before you proceed to track man’s closest relative of all the apes- the chimpanzees. These will take you between 4-6 hours to find and once you find them you will be allowed 1 hour in their presence watching them go about their way of life. After tracking, return to the lodge for lunch.
After lodge, you will head out for the Bigodi wetland walk-4.5km walk along the rich wildlife corridor of Kibale forest. This is 3 hours walk that allows you to interact closely with the forest and spot a number of bird species such as the Kingfishers. Dinner and Overnight.
Accommodation: Turaco Treetops Lodge.
Meals Plan: Full Board.
Day 15, 23/June/2026: Transfer back to Kigali
After an early breakfast, you will depart from Kibale National Park and begin your journey southwest through the scenic landscapes of western Uganda. The drive takes approximately 6–8 hours, depending on the border crossing and stopovers along the way.
You will pass through the beautiful town of Kabale, often referred to as the “Switzerland of Africa” due to its rolling hills and terraced countryside. The journey offers stunning views of green hills, farmland, and local villages, giving you a glimpse into everyday rural life.
Continue to the Uganda–Rwanda border at Katuna or Cyanika, where you will complete immigration formalities before proceeding into Rwanda. Once across the border, the drive continues through Rwanda’s iconic rolling hills, with opportunities for brief stopovers and photography. Lunch shall be served en-route
Arrive in Kigali in the late afternoon or evening, where you will be dropped off at your hotel for dinner and overnight stay at Des Mille Collines Hotel. End of Tour.
Includes
- Mombasa hotel pick up/drop off transfers
- First Class Train transfer from Mombasa to Amboseli.
- Transport in a customized pop-up top safari 4×4 Land cruiser
- Services of an experienced English language speaking driver/guide
- Stay in luxury lodges / tented camps
- Game viewing drives
- Park entrance fees
- All meals on safari
- Bottled drinking water in safari vehicle
- The flying doctors’ medical, emergency, and rescue cover
- Pick up/ drop off at Nairobi airport/ Nairobi hotel or residence
- Government taxes and local levies
- Gorilla permits
- Chimpanzee permits
- Batwa encounter
- Boat cruise
Excludes
- Items and services of a personal nature and tips & gratuities.
- New Line Kenya/Sim cards
- Any item of personal nature
- Flights
- Tips