Grand Safari

9 Days East Africa Big 5 Grand Safari

The ultimate cross-border adventure — gorilla trekking in Uganda and Big Five in Kenya's legendary Masai Mara

Ultimate 9 Days / 8 Nights 5 National Parks 4.9 Rating

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Your Itinerary

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Arrive Entebbe — Uganda

Airport pickup & overnight.

Arrive in Uganda. Transfer to hotel. Evening briefing for grand East Africa adventure.

Hotel in Entebbe

Entebbe — Kibale Forest

Drive to chimpanzee territory.

Drive to Fort Portal near Kibale Forest. Afternoon optional crater lakes hike.

Lodge near Kibale

Kibale — Chimpanzee Tracking

Morning chimp trek.

Morning chimpanzee tracking in Kibale Forest. Afternoon Bigodi Wetland walk. Drive to Queen Elizabeth NP.

Lodge in Queen Elizabeth NP

Queen Elizabeth — Game Drive & Cruise

Kasenyi game drive, Kazinga cruise.

Morning game drive for Big Five. Afternoon Kazinga Channel boat cruise — hippos, elephants, 600+ bird species.

Lodge in Queen Elizabeth NP

Queen Elizabeth — Bwindi

Drive through Ishasha to Bwindi.

Drive through Ishasha sector (tree-climbing lions) to Bwindi Impenetrable Forest.

Lodge near Bwindi

Bwindi — Gorilla Trekking

Mountain gorilla experience.

Trek into Bwindi's ancient forest for one hour with a mountain gorilla family. Life-changing encounter.

Lodge near Bwindi

Bwindi — Fly to Nairobi, Kenya

Fly to Nairobi, Lake Nakuru.

Morning flight to Entebbe, connect to Nairobi. Drive to Lake Nakuru — rhinos, flamingos, giraffes.

Lodge at Lake Nakuru

Lake Nakuru — Masai Mara

Drive to the Mara, game drive.

Drive to the legendary Masai Mara. Afternoon game drive — Big Five, cheetahs, hippos.

Camp/Lodge in Masai Mara

Masai Mara — Nairobi Departure

Morning drive, return to Nairobi.

Early morning game drive. Drive or fly to Nairobi. Transfer to airport for departure.

Package Details

What's Included

Everything you need for the perfect safari

Included in Your Safari

Airport transfers & all ground transport in 4x4 safari vehicle
Mountain gorilla trekking permit (Bwindi)
Chimpanzee tracking permit (Kibale)
All national park entrance fees
Professional English-speaking safari guide
Full-board accommodation (9 nights)
Kazinga Channel boat cruise
Murchison Falls boat cruise
Rhino tracking at Ziwa Sanctuary
Bottled drinking water during drives

Not Included

International flights
Uganda tourist visa ($50)
Travel insurance
Tips & gratuities for guides and porters
Personal expenses & laundry
Alcoholic beverages
Optional activities not mentioned

Why Us

Why Book With Nature Nest

Licensed & Trusted

Registered by Uganda Tourism Board, members of AUTO & UTA

Small Groups

Maximum 12 travelers for an intimate, personalized experience

Flexible Dates

Pick your perfect dates — we run tours year-round

Best Value

Competitive pricing with no hidden fees, ever

Testimonials

What Our Travelers Say

“We did the 12-day Uganda + Rwanda safari. Gorillas, chimps, Big Five — all in one trip. The multi-country planning was seamless. Best investment in memories we ever made.”

Klaus & Gabriela M.

Munich, Germany

“The gorilla trekking was the most incredible experience of my life. Our guide knew every trail, every animal, every bird call. Nature Nest made everything seamless from start to finish.”

Sarah M.

London, United Kingdom

“From Queen Elizabeth to Bwindi, every day was a new adventure. The tree-climbing lions, the boat safari on Kazinga Channel — absolutely unforgettable. Already planning our return trip!”

James & Patricia D.

Toronto, Canada