Gorillas and Masai Mara wildlife holiday
Group size is Maximum 6 people per guide. 15% Discount for children below 12 years.
Description of Gorillas and Masai Mara wildlife holiday
This superb two-week safari holiday in Uganda and Kenya takes in some of the most renowned wildlife destinations in East Africa. In the company of expert local guides, you’ll track chimpanzees and gorillas (with permits included), see hippos as you cruise along the Kazinga Channel in Queen Elizabeth National Park, and enjoy the classic Maasai Mara safari experience by staying in a luxury tented camp.
Other unforgettable experiences include a walking safari, led by an armed park ranger, in Lake Mburu National Park, which gives you an altogether different perspective from what you’d see from a jeep. And, in Kibale National Park, a visit to the Amabere Ga Nyina Mwiru Caves, a site of great cultural significance to the local Batoro people. Adventure-seekers will also find plenty to enjoy with a white-water rafting trip from Jinja, which is reputed to be the source of the River Nile.
With departures all the way through the year, this is a fantastic option for those looking to enjoy both a gorilla trek and a Masai Mara safari in one trip. Travelling in a group limited to just six people, you’ll stay in a series of comfortable hotels, lodges and camps chosen for their environmentally friendly credentials, and enjoy cultural visits that directly benefit local communities.
Holidays such as this create jobs for local people and fund conservation initiatives in places like Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National Park. Through the purchase of mandatory trekking permits and the employment of guides, your trip contributes to the continuing protection of mountain gorillas.
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Group size is Maximum 6 people per guide. 15% Discount for children below 12 years.
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2027: 4 Jan
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1 Reviews of Gorillas and Masai Mara wildlife holiday
Reviewed on 01 Jul 2025 by Chris Hull
1. What was the most memorable or exciting part of your holiday?
Everything!
2. What tips would you give other travellers booking this holiday?
WhatsApp call Jackson and Christine in Kampala. They’re great to talk to and will tweak your itinerary to be exactly as you want it.
3. Did you feel that your holiday benefited local people, reduced environmental impacts or supported conservation?
Yes. We’d particularly recommend visiting the Batwa village at Bwindi NP (when seeing the gorillas) and talk to Macklean and Lucky there and give them whatever
support you can, as they’re doing great work.
4. Finally, how would you rate your holiday overall?
Eye opening and mind expanding, fantastic
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During this trip, guests stay in lodges such as Turaco Treetops, which operate using solar power. Solar energy provides electricity for lighting and heating without releasing greenhouse gases during use. When tracking mountain gorillas in Bwindi Impenetrable Forest, the permit fees paid are directed to the Uganda Wildlife Authority. These funds support the conservation and management of wildlife and protected areas, while also benefiting neighbouring communities. Before gorilla trekking begins, guides explain the rules and regulations to ensure both visitor safety and gorilla protection. For example, tourists with flu or colds are not allowed to trek, as respiratory illnesses can be transmitted to gorillas. The itinerary also includes a short flight from Entebbe International Airport to the Masai Mara, which reduces travel time compared to road transport and allows guests to visit the Masai village the same day. Here, visitors learn about traditional practices such as tracking calves with cowbells and can support the community by purchasing handmade crafts.People
The trip includes visits to local family businesses such as coffee growers, where guests can see how coffee is cultivated, harvested, roasted, and packaged. Coffee tastings can be arranged, and beans are available for purchase as souvenirs. Guests may also participate in harvesting, providing direct support to farmers. In Jinja town, craft shops such as the Art and Craft Centre showcase locally made items including handbags, paintings, and necklaces, giving travellers the chance to support artisans directly. Accommodations used on this trip are built with wood sourced from local markets, and rooms are decorated with crafts made by community members, further supporting local livelihoods.This is a small group tour with no more than six participants, which helps limit the impact on local environments, communities, and wildlife. The Bigodi Wetlands Sanctuary is managed by the Kibale Association for Rural and Environmental Development (KAFRED). Each visitor pays a fee to access the community, and the revenue is used to improve education by funding schools such as Bigodi Secondary School. The school now educates over 350 students, with parents paying lower fees compared to other private or community schools.
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