8-Days Primate Safari Experience
March 12, 2025The 12-Day Women Group Safari in Uganda & Kenya is a specially curated adventure designed for female travelers seeking a mix of wildlife encounters, cultural experiences, and relaxation in East Africa. This journey takes you from the lush rainforests of Kibale and Bwindi for chimpanzee and gorilla trekking to the vast savannahs of Queen Elizabeth National Park and Masai Mara, where you will witness the Big Five and the Great Wildebeest Migration (seasonal). Along the way, you’ll enjoy boat safaris, community visits, and immersive cultural experiences, including interactions with the Batwa pygmies and Maasai women. The trip also includes moments of self-care, such as a luxury spa retreat and a women’s empowerment tour in Nairobi. Designed for adventure, connection, and personal growth, this safari offers a unique opportunity to explore East Africa in a safe, supportive, and empowering environment.
Safari Highlights,12-Day Women Group Safari in Uganda & Kenya
Chimpanzee Trekking in Kibale Forest
Game Drives in Queen Elizabeth National Park
Boat Safari on the Kazinga Channel
Tree-Climbing Lions in Ishasha
Gorilla Trekking in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
Cultural Experiences with Ugandan Women
Nairobi City Exploration
Visit the Giraffe Centre.
Nairobi Women Empowerment Project
Scenic Flight to the Maasai Mara
Big Five Safari in the Maasai Mara
Maasai Cultural Interaction
Sunset Safari & Bush Dinners
Detailed Itinerary of the 12 Days Women Group Safari.
Day 1: Arrival in Entebbe, Uganda
Upon arrival at Entebbe International Airport, you will be warmly welcomed by your female safari guide and transferred to your hotel. Depending on arrival time, you can visit the Uganda Wildlife Education Centre, relax on the shores of Lake Victoria, or take a sunset boat cruise. In the evening, you will have a welcome dinner with introductions and an overview of the journey ahead.
Accommodation options:
- Airport link Guest House (Midrange)
- Hotel No 5 (Luxury)
Meals: Full board
Day 2: Transfer to Kibale National Park – Bigodi Wetland Walk
After breakfast, you will drive to Kibale National Park, known for its large population of wild chimpanzees. The journey takes approximately six hours, passing through scenic landscapes and local communities. Upon arrival, you will check into your lodge and later take a guided nature walk in the Bigodi Wetland Sanctuary, where you can spot birds, monkeys, and other wildlife including the culture experience of the cultures surrounding the park.
Accommodation options:
- Kibale Forest Camp (Moderate)
- Isunga Lodge (Midrange)
- Chimpundu Lodge (Luxury
Meals: Full board
Destination: Kibale Forest National Park
Day 3: Chimpanzee Trekking in Kibale – Transfer to Queen Elizabeth National Park
Early in the morning, you will set out for chimpanzee trekking in the lush Kibale Forest. Expert trackers will guide you as you locate a habituated chimpanzee troop, observing their behaviors up close. After lunch, you will transfer to Queen Elizabeth National Park, arriving in time for an evening game drive to see elephants, buffaloes, and antelopes.
Accommodation options:
- Bush lodge (Moderate)
- Aardvark Safari Lodge (Midrange)
- Elephant Plains (Luxury)
Meals: Full board
Destination: Queen Elizabeth National Park
Day 4: Game Drive and Boat Safari on the Kazinga Channel
You will start the day with a sunrise game drive in the Kasenyi plains, where predators like lions Elephants, Buffaloes, Antelopes, Pumbas and leopards can be spotted. Later in the afternoon, you will embark on a relaxing boat safari along the Kazinga Channel, which is home to large pods of hippos, crocodiles, and diverse birdlife. In the evening, you will return to your lodge for a women’s storytelling session around a bonfire.
Accommodation options:
- Bush lodge (Moderate)
- Aardvark Safari Lodge (Midrange)
- Elephant Plains (Luxury)
Meals: Full board
Destination: Queen Elizabeth National Park
Day 5: Transfer to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
After breakfast, you will drive to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, passing through the Ishasha sector, famous for its tree-climbing lions. You will enjoy scenic views along the way and arrive at your lodge in the afternoon for relaxation before the exciting gorilla trekking experience the next day.
Accommodation option:
- Rushaga Gorilla Camp (Moderate)
- Ichumbi Gorilla Lodge (Midrange)
- Four Gorillas (Luxury)
Meals: Full board
Destination: Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National Park
Day 6: Gorilla Trekking Experience – Batwa Community Visit
After an early breakfast, you will proceed to the park headquarters for a briefing before setting out into the dense rain forest to track a habituated gorilla family. Once you find them, you will spend a magical hour observing them in their natural habitat. The trek can be strenuous but is one of the most rewarding wildlife encounters in the world. In the afternoon, you will visit the Batwa pygmy community to learn about their traditional way of life before returning to the lodge for relaxation.
Accommodation option:
- Rushaga Gorilla Camp (Moderate)
- Ichumbi Gorilla Lodge (Midrange)
- Four Gorillas (Luxury)
Meals: Full board
Destination: Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National Park
Day 7: Flight to Nairobi, Kenya – Women’s Empowerment Tour
After breakfast, you will take a domestic flight from Kihihi or Kisoro Airstrip to Entebbe, and then connect to an international flight to Nairobi, Kenya. Upon arrival, you will visit a women’s empowerment project, such as the Kazuri Beads Factory or a local cooperative that supports single mothers. In the evening, you will have dinner at a traditional Kenyan restaurant before checking into your hotel.
Accommodation options:
- Sarova Panafric (Midrange)
- Hemingways Nairobi (Luxury)
Meals: Full board
Destination: Nairobi
Day 8: Transfer to Masai Mara National Reserve
After breakfast, you will depart Nairobi for Masai Mara, Kenya’s most famous safari destination. The scenic drive takes about five to six hours, arriving in time for lunch. In the afternoon, you will embark on a game drive in search of the Big Five and the Great Wildebeest Migration (seasonal). Dinner and overnight stay at your lodge.
Accommodation options:
- Mara Plains camp(Moderate)
- Sala’s Camp(Midrange)
- Mara Serena Safari Lodge (Luxury)
Meals: Full board
Destination: Masai Mara
Day 9: Full-Day Safari in Masai Mara
Today, you will enjoy a full day of game drives in the vast plains of Masai Mara. You will track big cats, witness predator-prey interactions, and if traveling between July and October, you may see wildebeest crossing the Mara River. You can also opt for a hot air balloon safari at sunrise. After a picnic lunch in the bush, you will continue with game viewing before returning to your lodge for women’s circle discussion and relaxation.
Accommodation options:
- Mara Plains camp (Moderate)
- Sala’s Camp (Midrange)
- Mara Serena Safari Lodge (Luxury)
Meals: Full board
Destination: Masai Mara
Day 10: Masai Mara to Nairobi – Afternoon Spa and Shopping
After a final morning game drive in Masai Mara, you will return to Nairobi. In the afternoon, you will visit a luxury spa for a rejuvenating experience, followed by a visit to a local market for souvenir shopping. Dinner and overnight stay in Nairobi.
Accommodation options:
- Sarova Panafric (Midrange)
- Hemmingway’s Nairobi (Luxury)
Meals: Full board
Destination: Nairobi
Day 11: Karen Blixen Museum and Giraffe Centre
After breakfast, you will visit the Karen Blixen Museum, dedicated to the famous Danish author of Out of Africa. You will then proceed to the Giraffe Centre, where you can feed and interact with endangered Rothschild’s giraffes. After lunch, you will have leisure time for relaxation before a farewell dinner at a rooftop restaurant with city views.
Accommodation options:
- Sarova Panafric (Midrange)
- Hemingways Nairobi (Luxury)
Meals: Full board
Destination: Nairobi
Day 12: Departure from Nairobi
After breakfast, you will be transferred to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport for your departure flight. Depending on your schedule, you may opt for a short visit to the David Sheldrick Elephant Orphanage to see baby elephants before heading to the airport.
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SAFARI INCLUSIONS
- Full time game drives
- Boat Cruise
- All activities on itinerary
- park entry fees
- Accommodation and meals
- Transport in Standard Safari vehicle
- Professional Tourist Guide
- Government statutory taxes
- Arrival & departure Airport transfers
SAFARI EXCLUSIONS
- International flights
- Visas
- Travel insurance
- Soft & alcoholic drinks
- Laundry & telephone expenses
- Tips
- Anything not mentioned in the package
