Stunning natural scenery and colorful tribes
During this 18-day tour in a 4WD, you’ll visit the most spectacular and unique places in Kenya and Uganda. You’ll get to know the local people, who still live in harmony with Africa’s great wildlife.
Wildlife and Centuries-Old Traditions in Kenya
In Samburu and the Namunyak Wildlife Conservancy, you’ll come face to face with wildlife species not found elsewhere in Kenya: the reticulated giraffe, Grevy’s zebra, the gerenuk, and the Beisa oryx. But lions, elephants, hyenas, and cheetahs also call this extraordinary area home, with the massive volcanic rock formation (Shaba) visible for miles around. You’ll learn about the centuries-old traditions of the Samburu tribe, visit the famous Singing Wells, and see how the craftsmanship of blacksmiths and jewelry makers is passed down from generation to generation.
Waterfalls, Pygmies, and Gorillas in Uganda
In Uganda, you’ll travel to the volcanic terrain of Mount Elgon and discover the impressive Sipi Falls. During a boat safari in the wildlife-rich Murchison Falls, you’ll spot animals such as hippos and African fish eagles in the trees, and you’ll also go in search of the rare shoebill stork. From Bwindi, you’ll venture into the rainforest with one of the Batwa Pygmies for an unforgettable hike that immerses you in the local culture. Your adventure ends with an absolute highlight: an unforgettable trek to see the majestic mountain gorillas in the jungle of the Bwindi Impenetrable Forest. This trip is a must-do for any nature lover or Africa enthusiast. Where the world can't find you....
Tips & Highlights for a Kenya and Uganda Tour:
- Go on a picnic among the small fields dotted with banana and coffee plantations on your way to Mount Kenya
- Visiting the Samburu Singing Wells is a unique experience; local families have been gathering here for centuries to fetch water, share stories, and carry on traditions
- You'll visit a Karamojong community where you'll be invited to participate in daily life—from preparing traditional dishes and crafting colorful beaded jewelry to listening to stories told by elders and enjoying traditional music and dance
- Kidepo Valley National Park is home to more than 86 species of wildlife
- Stop in Kitale, a particularly productive agricultural region with forested hillsides and ice-cold streams
- The spectacular view of the towering Sipi Falls (just across the border from Uganda) from your lodging is one of a kind
- Take a walk along Murchison Falls and see how the Victoria Nile is literally squeezed through the narrow passage (six meters) here
- Bwindi National Park is home to more than 300 different birds and more than 200 species of butterflies
