Overnight at Sweetwaters Tented Camp

Day 2: NANYUKI- LAKE NAKURU
After breakfast, drive to Lake Nakuru in time for lunch at Sarova Lion Hill Lodge. At 1530 hrs proceed for an afternoon game drive in Lake Nakuru National Park.

Lake Nakuru's claim to fame is anchored on its flamingo's and the over 400 species of birds found here. The lake itself is a soda lake on the floor of the rift valley. The sight of the at times millions of flamingos is quite spectacular. From a distance the lake appears ringed in pink. The Lake has also earned a reputation as an important haven for endangered species- particularly the Rothschild Giraffe and the black and white rhino. Lions, waterbuck, buffalo and baboons are all residents here.

Dinner and overnight at Sarova Lion Hill Lodge

Day 3: LAKE NAKURU- MAASAI MARA
0800 hrs- Drive via the Great Rift Valley to arrive at Maasai Mara in time for lunch at Mara Sarova Camp. 1530 hrs- go for an afternoon game drive till dusk.

The Mara offers wildlife in such variety and abundance that it is difficult to believe: over 450 species of animals have been recorded here. You will easily see lions, rhinos, hippos, crocodiles, giraffe, wildebeests, zebras, buffalo, warthogs, hyenas, jackals, wild dogs, buffalo, leopard, many kinds of antelopes and elephant. It is in the Mara that perhaps the most spectacular event of the natural world takes place. This is the annual migration of millions of wildebeest and zebra from the Serengeti (Tanzania) in search of water and pasture. Following on their heels are the predators of the savanna- lion, cheetah, wild dog, jackal, hyena and vultures.

Dinner and overnight at Mara Sopa Lodge

Day 4: MAASAI MARA
0630 hrs - early morning game drive in the Mara. Return to the lodge for breakfast. You spend the rest of the morning at leisure. After lunch at the lodge you proceed at 1500 hrs for an afternoon game drive till dusk.

Dinner and overnight at Mara Sopa Lodge

Day 5: MAASAI MARA- NAIROB- KAMPALA
0630 hrs- Take the opportunity to fly over the Mara in a Hot Air Balloon provided at extra cost. The balloon package includes a champagne breakfast in the wild! If you can spare the money, viewing abundant game afloat a balloon is an unforgettable experience.

After breakfast return to Nairobi arriving around 1300 hrs. You will have lunch at Carnivore Restaurant in Nairobi, which is world famous for its succulent game meats. In the evening, transfer to the airport for a flight to Kampala Uganda.

Dinner and overnight at Grand Imperial Hotel Kampala

Day 6: KAMPALA- QUEEN ELIZABETH
After breakfast, head west through magnificent hill county and lush cultivation. You pass through the market town of Masaka after stopping at the equator for photographs. Stop for lunch is at Mbarara. Enjoy a game drive as you enter the famous Queen Elizabeth National Park.

The Queen Elizabeth National Park is a UNESCO designated a Biosphere Reserve for Humanity. The park is constituted of tropical forest, green meadows, savannah and swamps. In terms of wildlife, you find elephant, buffalo, hippos, baboons, chimpanzees and over 600 species of birds. The park occupies 2000 sq km and is situated 440 km from Kampala.

Dinner and overnight at Mweya Safari Lodge

Day 7: QUEEN ELIZABETH
A guided walk takes you into the tropical Kyambura Gorge in search of chimpanzees. This hike involves climbing. In this unspoiled environment, birds and butterflies are all around, and you might also see primates. After lunch, take the launch trip up Kizinga Channel, which separates Lakes Edward and George, viewing a variety of game on the banks.

Dinner and overnight at Mweya Safari lodge

Day 8: KIBALE FOREST
After breakfast, check out and drive to Kibale National Park.

Kibale is a primate searchers dream. There are over 1,000 chimpanzees, and at least 6 monkey species - including the acrobatic red colobus and black-and-white colobus, and the handsome L'Hoest's monkey. At Kibale, you will take a guided walk in search of chimpanzees.

Dinner and overnight at lodge in Kibale/Queen Elizabeth region

Day 9: KIBALE FOREST -KAMPALA- NAIROBI
After breakfast, check out and drive to Kampala. After lunch in Kampala, you will be at leisure to shop for souvenirs and tour the city, before transferring to the airport for your evening flight back to Nairobi.