13-Day Safari in Kenya and Gorilla in Uganda

Arrive in Nairobi, a vibrant city that reflects the diversity of the African continent and serves as the capital of Kenya. It is your gateway to an extraordinary journey through some of the world’s most spectacular landscapes and wildlife experiences across Kenya and Tanzania.

oday, we begin with a meaningful visit to the Sheldrick Wildlife Trust Elephant Orphanage, where you will hear inspiring stories of rescued baby elephants and rhinos being rehabilitated before returning to the wild. Continue to the Giraffe Centre to meet the endangered Rothschild’s giraffe up close.

Next, visit the former home of Karen Blixen, author of Out of Africa, one of the most iconic accounts of life in Africa. Enjoy lunch at one of Nairobi’s top restaurants, then explore the Nairobi National Museum. Return in the evening to the tranquil comfort of Hemingways Nairobi.

A bush flight from Nairobi brings you to Ol Pejeta Conservancy, set in the scenic foothills of Mount Kenya. This 140-square-mile wildlife haven offers one of Kenya’s richest concentrations of game. At its heart, The River Camp provides a relaxed yet refined stay, with just 10 stylish tents featuring canvas walls, airy curtains, and teak floors. Settle in before heading out on an afternoon game drive.

What sets Ol Pejeta Conservancy apart is its strong commitment to protecting endangered species—especially rhinos. Home to one of Africa’s fastest-growing rhino populations, it stands as a leading conservation success. During your stay, visit the Conservation Centre to meet Baraka, the blind rhino and ambassador, and gain powerful insight into the challenges facing these remarkable animals.

What sets Ol Pejeta Conservancy apart is its strong commitment to protecting endangered species—especially rhinos. Home to one of Africa’s fastest-growing rhino populations, it stands as a leading conservation success. During your stay, visit the Conservation Centre to meet Baraka, the blind rhino and ambassador, and gain powerful insight into the challenges facing these remarkable animals.

Next, journey to Kenya’s iconic Maasai Mara—one of Africa’s most scenic, wildlife-rich, and culturally vibrant regions, and home to the spectacular Great Migration. Set on the banks of the Mara River, Paradise Plains Camp offers a refined and tranquil retreat in a prime location. Settle in before heading out for your first thrilling game drive across the plains this afternoon.

Begin your day with an early morning wake-up and a hot drink before setting out on a guided game drive, as the bush comes alive with activity. Return to camp for a relaxed late breakfast and some downtime. In the afternoon, head out again for an evening game drive, ending with breathtaking views of the African sunset.

Set out on game drives today to explore more of the Mara’s 500 square miles of open savannas, woodlands, and riverine landscapes. Along the way, you may spot crocodiles basking on riverbanks, hippos wallowing in muddy waters, and monkeys playing in the trees above. Watch as elephants move along the forest edge and giraffes gracefully browse leaves high in the canopy.

Entebbe serves as your gateway between Kenya and Uganda—a relaxed lakeside town set along the shores of Lake Victoria, with palm-lined promenades and an easy pace of life.

Bwindi Impenetrable Forest is a mist-covered rainforest of tangled treetops, ancient roots, and dense ferns—one of the oldest, richest, and most biologically diverse forests in the region. It is home to over 120 mammal species, including more than 300 mountain gorillas, representing roughly half of the world’s wild population. Some of these groups are habituated, allowing for rare, close-up encounters.

Begin your first day of gorilla trekking in the Bwindi Impenetrable Forest with an early morning hike through dense rainforest in search of endangered mountain gorillas. Once located, spend an unforgettable hour observing them at close range — from mothers caring for infants to playful young gorillas and protective silverbacks. Experience their intelligence and gentle nature in a rare and powerful encounter. Return to your lodge for time to relax. Later, enjoy a cocktail as a chef demonstrates a local dish, which you then sample before dinner.

Return to the forest for a second gorilla trekking experience, once again stepping into the heart of the wilderness to observe a family of mountain gorillas in their natural habitat. If time allows, continue with a cultural encounter with the Batwa people, the traditional guardians of the forest. Accompanied by a Batwa guide, visit their community and learn about their ancestral way of life, including traditional hunting techniques and deep-rooted knowledge of the forest.

Fly to Entebbe and transfer to your hotel for a dayroom use, where you can relax before your international departure.