Gorillas and Mara Wildlife Safari
THE JOURNEY OVERVIEW
Nairobi – Mara North Conservancy – Kigali – Bwindi Impenetrable Forest – Kigali
12 Night Exploration
Travelled: October 2018
Guests: A return couple looking for a bucket list Mara safari and challenging gorilla trek
Curated by: Jono, an expert on gorilla treks and East Africa safaris
12 night Gorillas and Mara Wildlife Safari
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The Brief
A couple of repeat guests looking to cross the Masai Mara off their bucket list of African adventures. The famous mountain gorillas were also a must, and having trekked for gorillas in Rwanda before, the couple were looking to experience more of a challenge this time around.
Our safari specialist and founder Jono worked to put together a trip that could exceed the excitement and adventure their previous safaris. Uganda was the perfect choice for the gorilla trekking, as it offers a more challenging trek in the wild jungle of Bwindi Impenetrable Forest. The Mara North Conservancy was chosen for its year-round, fantastic wildlife viewing.
Highlights
- Adventurous mountain gorilla trekking
- Visit to the historically significant Genocide Memorial
- 4×4 wildlife safaris in the famous Mara region
- Walking safaris for a unique wildlife experience
- Optional hot air balloon and village visit add ons
Level of Luxury
A three to four star Africa safari experience
Month Travelled
Travel was completed in October 2018
Guest Feedback: Gorillas and Mara Wildlife Safari
We had yet another fabulous trip organised by Encompass! We hadn’t been to a camp in Kenya before and thoroughly enjoyed it. Kicheche camp was great, as were the camp staff and our guide.
We then went onto Uganda for a two day trek into the gorillas. Having walked to see the gorillas in Rwanda in 2012, I found the trek in Uganda more challenging but once again amazing! Once again thank you to the whole team that made our 3rd trip to Africa just as special as our 1st in 2012!
We will be heading to Namibia in 2020 so will be in touch to start planning that in the not too distant future. Thanks once again!
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