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It's recommended to budget for individual needs such as meals not included, shopping, and optional activities. Carrying more than your estimated spending might be safer to cover unexpected expenses.

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In the event of cancellation, the refund policy will be applied according to the terms and conditions stated at the time of booking and is typically based on the timing of the cancellation.

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You don’t need additional travel documents; your TourRadar confirmation notification is sufficient, which should be presented on the first day of the tour.

Can I secure my place on the tour by placing a deposit?

Yes, you can secure your booking by placing a standard deposit, the specifics of which can be checked online at the booking page or by contacting us.

Are there pre/post accommodations available for booking?

Pre/post accommodations can generally be arranged on request. They are subject to availability and should be booked well in advance of your trip start.

What is the procedure if I want to add a balloon ride or other activities to my booking?

To add activities such as a balloon ride, please inform us as early as possible so we can make the necessary arrangements subject to availability.

What is the expected group size for the tour?

Group sizes can vary, but most tours are designed to accommodate a range of travelers to facilitate a good social and interactive travel experience.

What type of accommodation is available during the tour?

Accommodation options vary and may include hotels, hostels, or camps. Details will be provided for each specific tour.

What are the available payment methods for on-site activities during the tour?

On-site activities can either be paid for in advance or on the ground with assistance from your tour leader.

How can I pay and confirm a balloon ride in Masai Mara?

You can secure a spot for the balloon ride by making full payment in advance. This is a highly sought-after activity, and pre-booking helps guarantee your participation.

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Gorillas & Game Parks (including Kigali)

16 days

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Start and end in Nairobi

4.4

28 traveler reviews

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Good focus on the game parks and gorillas. Lots of chances to upgrade for people who were struggling with the camping.
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Platinum Operator: Intrepid Travel
Overland Truck: Off-the-grid adventures with a rugged edge
Group Tour: Join a group and forge lifelong friendships
Fully Guided: An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
Medium Intensity: Travelers should be comfortable with somewhat-demanding activities
Guided in English
Group Size 1 - 22
Ages 15+

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Itinerary

Day 1
Nairobi
Optional Activities
- Nairobi City Experience Urban Adventure
Day 2
Rift Valley - Lake Nakuru National Park
Included Activities
- Evening overland vehicle game drive at Lake Nakuru
Landmarks
Lake Nakuru National Park
Great Rift Valley
Day 3
Lake Nakuru to Eldoret
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner (Traditional dinner)
Included Activities
- Morning overland vehicle game drive at Lake Nakuru National Park
Landmarks
Lake Nakuru National Park
Day 4
Eldoret to Kampala
Meals
Dinner
Day 5
Queen Elizabeth National Park
Included Activities
- Overland vehicle game drive in Queen Elizabeth National Park
Optional Activities
- Kazinga Channel boat cruise - USD30
Landmarks
Queen Elizabeth National Park
Kazinga Channel
Day 6
Kalinzu Forest
Included Activities
- Overland vehicle game drive in Queen Elizabeth National Park
Optional Activities
- Chimp trek in Kalinzu Forest - USD70
Landmarks
Queen Elizabeth National Park
Kalinzu Forest National Park
Day 7
Kisoro
Optional Activities
- Trek with Golden Monkeys Permit & Guide - from USD100
- Lake & Farmstead Bicycle Tour - USD50
- Rwanda Day Excursion - from USD75
- Batwa Village Visit - USD35
- Coffee Farm Tour - USD35
Landmarks
Lake Mutanda
Virunga Mountain range
Day 8
Kisoro - Bwindi Impenetrable National Park Gorilla Trek
Included Activities
- Mountain Gorilla Permit and Trek in Bwindi National Park
Landmarks
Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
Day 9
Kisoro
Optional Activities
- Trek with Golden Monkeys Permit & Guide
- Lake & Farmstead Bicycle Tour
- Rwanda Day Excursion
- Batwa Village Visit
- Coffee Farm Tour
Day 10
Kisoro to Mbarara
Day 11
Mbarara to Jinja
Landmarks
Nile River
Lake Victoria
Day 12
Jinja
Optional Activities
- River Nile whitewater rafting (full day)
- Nile Boat Cruise
- Source of River Nile tour
Landmarks
Nile River
Source of the Nile
Day 13
Jinja to Kericho
Included Activities
- Tea plantation visit and tour
Landmarks
South-Western Mau National Reserve
Day 14
Kericho to Maasai Mara National Reserve
Included Activities
- Maasai Village Visit at Loita Hills (Tepesua Village)
- Evening 4WD Safari at Maasai Mara National Reserve
Landmarks
Loita Hills
Maasai Mara National Reserve
Day 15
Maasai Mara National Reserve
Meals
Breakfast (Bush breakfast (if balloon ride is taken))
Included Activities
- Full Day 4WD Safari in Maasai Mara National Reserve
Optional Activities
- Balloon ride over Maasai Mara at sunrise
Landmarks
Maasai Mara National Reserve
Day 16
Maasai Mara to Nairobi

Landmarks
Lake Nakuru National Park
Great Rift Valley

Landmarks
Lake Nakuru National Park

Landmarks
Queen Elizabeth National Park
Kazinga Channel

Landmarks
Queen Elizabeth National Park
Kalinzu Forest National Park

Landmarks
Lake Mutanda
Virunga Mountain range

Landmarks
Bwindi Impenetrable National Park

Landmarks
Nile River
Lake Victoria

Landmarks
Nile River
Source of the Nile

Landmarks
South-Western Mau National Reserve

Landmarks
Loita Hills
Maasai Mara National Reserve

Landmarks
Maasai Mara National Reserve

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Rating: 4.5(12,061 reviews)
Response time: 7 hours
Response rate: 88%
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Traveler Reviews

4.4

Overall rating based on 28 Reviews

Itinerary
3.8
Transport
4.0
Guide
4.4
Accommodation
3.8
Food
4.2
Tour Operator
4.5

Geoff
September 16th, 2025
Great experience and well organised
Traveled in May 2025
Reply from: Intrepid Travel
Hi Geoffrey - thanks so much for taking the time to leave a review! We're glad to hear you had a great time on our Gorillas & Game Parks trip. If you have any further feedback on how we can improve beyond 4 stars, we would love to hear from you at customercare@intrepidtravel.com.
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DaveHutchinson
July 14th, 2025
gorillas, chimps, nasai Mari game reserve unforgettable experiences. inc. permits cost 1500 USD , so this excellent...
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Traveled in June 2025
Reply from: Intrepid Travel
Thank you for taking the time to share your review and feedback with others. We’re delighted to hear that this was a five-star, unforgettable experience. Especially the opportunity to see gorillas, chimpanzees, and the Maasai Mara. While there is quite a bit of travel involved, we hope you'll agree that the overall experience is well worth it. We look forward to welcoming you on your next adventure soon.
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Alasdair
March 4th, 2024
The Gorilla Experience was amazing, but the overall trip was quite poorly planned. It resulted in us travelling on...
The Gorilla Experience was amazing, but the overall trip was quite poorly planned. It resulted in us travelling on the bus for8-10 hours a day, often arriving at the camp site only an hour before it was dark. If I had known that this was going to be the case, I would have just flown to Uganda and gone straight to the Gorilla Park! Also our guide was not very good- very little information was given so I felt quite disconnected from the countries.Show more
Traveled in January 2023
Reply from: Intrepid Travel
Hi Alasdair, thank you for your review. We are sorry to hear that several parts of your tour did not meet your expectations. The driving times are advised as part of our itinerary to help set expectations of your time with us. It is disappointing to know that the road trip portion of the tour was not enjoyable to you, and that you did not find value in your guide as the others on your tour did. We appreciate your feedback, and are happy to know that you did enjoy your time with the gorillas. Please reach out to your booking agent should you care to expand on your experience with us. Stay well.
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Anonymous
July 29th, 2023
The tour was good but a lot of space for improvement . Lunch menu could be reviewed. Some times the Facilities in the...
The tour was good but a lot of space for improvement . Lunch menu could be reviewed. Some times the Facilities in the camping sites were not working no flash or no hot water . Long driving hours , some times longer than mentioned in the trip notes. Out of the 16 days we had 5 full days of driving. So 11 days out of which the arrival and departure days. If you book in advance an activity you will be charged much more. In my case the golden monkeys was charged 180 usd and locally it was 100 usd. An other traveler booked in advance the ballon but she was not charged more . So there is some ambiguity in the pricing …. If you are Australian you would be privileged… as regards pricing . This is what I have understood. I am well traveled and it is the first time I see such ambiguity in the price of pre booked activities.Show more
Traveled in July 2023
Reply from: Intrepid Travel
Hi, Thank you for providing such a detailed review. We do truly appreciate the constructive feedback as this helps us improve our trip notes on the website. We will look into the discrepancy between pre-booking the Golden Monkeys excursion vs. booking in destination. Usually there is a difference in pricing due to the security of knowing you have a spot booked, and not worrying about tickets being sold out once in destination. We appreciate your time! Cheers, Intrepid Travel
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Jamie
January 10th, 2022
Once in a lifetime experience! Highly recommended! The intrepid crew of Victor, Dan and Becky were top class!
Traveled in December 2021
Reply from: Intrepid Travel
Hi Jamie - it’s lovely to hear about your time in Africa on your Gorillas & Game Parks tour. We'll make sure your comments get passed on to Victor and the team. Thanks for letting us know how you got on 😊
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Wilma
September 18th, 2019
It was very well organised and offered a unique experience that was value for money
Traveled in December 2018
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Sarah
September 18th, 2019
I found the trip mostly well organised, safe and enjoyable
Traveled in December 2018
A
Samantha
September 18th, 2019
Overall, I think that this was an excellent trip. I really enjoyed the game drives, especially in the Maasai Mara and...
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Traveled in December 2018
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Peter
September 18th, 2019
Very well organised, excellent itinerary, great staff.
Traveled in December 2018
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Leentje
September 18th, 2019
The trip met up to my expectations. I had a great time with great people.
Traveled in December 2018

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Asked on March 19th, 2025
What measures are in place for keeping track of spending during the tour?
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  It's recommended to budget for individual needs such as meals not included, shopping, and optional activities. Carrying more than your estimated spending might be safer to cover unexpected expenses.
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Nathalie
Asked on February 21st, 2025
What is the refund policy if a tour gets canceled?
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Theresa
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Patricia
Asked on July 21st, 2024
Can I secure my place on the tour by placing a deposit?
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Are there pre/post accommodations available for booking?
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Thomas
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Felfo
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What is the expected group size for the tour?
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  Group sizes can vary, but most tours are designed to accommodate a range of travelers to facilitate a good social and interactive travel experience.
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Anton
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What type of accommodation is available during the tour?
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  Accommodation options vary and may include hotels, hostels, or camps. Details will be provided for each specific tour.
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What are the available payment methods for on-site activities during the tour?
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- Intrepid TravelOperator•Written February 2024
  On-site activities can either be paid for in advance or on the ground with assistance from your tour leader.
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Robyn
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How can I pay and confirm a balloon ride in Masai Mara?
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  You can secure a spot for the balloon ride by making full payment in advance. This is a highly sought-after activity, and pre-booking helps guarantee your participation.

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