Enjoy a 10-day journey through Rwanda, Uganda, Kenya, and Tanzania on this East Africa Primate & Big Cats Safari. This safari takes you to top national parks where you will see gorillas, chimpanzees, lions, leopards, elephants, buffaloes, and rhinos in their natural homes.
You will trek gorillas in Volcanoes National Park (Rwanda), track chimpanzees in Kibale National Park (Uganda), explore Masai Mara National Reserve (Kenya), and enjoy game drives in Serengeti National Park (Tanzania). You will also meet Maasai warriors and learn about their traditions.
This safari combines primate trekking, big cat viewing, cultural visits, and wildlife experiences, offering a complete East African adventure. The journey starts in Rwanda and ends in Tanzania.
10-Day East Africa Primate & Big Cats Safari Highlights
- Gorilla trekking in Volcanoes National Park
- Chimpanzee tracking in Kibale Forest
- Game drives in Masai Mara and Serengeti
- Visit to Bigodi Wetland Sanctuary
- Cultural encounter with Maasai warriors
- Flights between Uganda and Kenya
- Professional guides in each destination
10-Day East Africa Primate & Big Cats Safari Itinerary Overview
- Day 1: Arrival in Kigali, Rwanda and Transfer to Volcanoes National Park
- Day 2: Gorilla Trekking in Volcanoes National Park
- Day 3: Transfer to Kibale Forest National Park, Uganda
- Day 4: Chimpanzee Trekking and Bigodi Wetland Visit
- Day 5: Transfer to Entebbe and Flight to Nairobi
- Day 6: Arrival in Nairobi and Drive to Masai Mara National Reserve
- Day 7: Full Day Game Drive in Masai Mara
- Day 8: Cross to Tanzania and Transfer to Serengeti National Park
- Day 9: Morning Game Drive and Maasai Cultural Visit
- Day 10: Drive to Arusha and Departure
Detailed 10-Day East Africa Primate & Big Cats Safari Itinerary
Day 1: Arrival in Kigali, Rwanda & Transfer to Volcanoes National Park
Meet your safari guide upon arrival at Kigali International Airport. After a short briefing, drive through Rwanda’s countryside to Volcanoes National Park. The journey takes about 2 to 3 hours. Check in at your lodge, have dinner, and rest.
Day 2: Gorilla Trekking in Volcanoes National Park
Have an early breakfast and head to the park headquarters for a briefing at 7:00 a.m. Trek through the forest in search of mountain gorillas with your ranger guide. Once you find them, spend one hour observing their behavior and taking photos. Return to your lodge for lunch and relaxation.
Day 3: Transfer to Kibale Forest National Park, Uganda
After breakfast, drive across the border into Uganda. Enjoy the drive through hills and farmlands as you head to Kibale National Park, known for its large population of chimpanzees. Arrive in the evening for dinner and overnight at your lodge.
Day 4: Chimpanzee Trekking and Bigodi Wetland Visit
Join a morning chimpanzee trekking session after a briefing by park rangers. Walk through the forest to find the chimp families and spend one hour with them. Later, visit Bigodi Wetland Sanctuary, a community project known for birds, monkeys, and local culture. Return to your lodge for dinner and rest.
Day 5: Transfer to Entebbe & Flight to Nairobi
After breakfast, drive to Entebbe with a stop for lunch. Take your afternoon flight to Nairobi, Kenya. On arrival, meet your guide and transfer to your hotel for dinner and overnight.
Day 6: Arrival in Nairobi & Drive to Masai Mara National Reserve
After breakfast, drive to Masai Mara National Reserve, one of Africa’s top safari destinations. Stop at the Great Rift Valley viewpoint for photos before continuing to your lodge. Arrive in time for lunch and relax before an evening game drive.
Day 7: Full-Day Game Drive in Masai Mara
Spend the entire day exploring Masai Mara’s plains in search of lions, leopards, cheetahs, elephants, buffaloes, and wildebeests. Visit the Mara River to spot hippos and crocodiles. Return to your lodge in the evening for dinner and rest.
Day 8: Cross to Tanzania & Transfer to Serengeti National Park
After breakfast, drive to the border and enter Tanzania. Continue to Serengeti National Park, home to the Great Wildebeest Migration. Check in at your lodge and enjoy an afternoon game drive before dinner.
Day 9: Morning Game Drive and Maasai Cultural Visit
Go for an early morning game drive to see predators and other animals before the sun gets hot. Return for lunch, then visit a Maasai village to learn about their customs, dances, and daily life. Return to your lodge for dinner and overnight.
Day 10: Drive to Arusha and Departure
After breakfast, drive to Arusha, stopping for photos and lunch along the way. Depending on your flight schedule, you may visit local markets before being transferred to the airport for your flight home.
