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Gorilla, Volcanoes National Park, Rwanda
Gorilla, Volcanoes National Park, Rwanda

Kenya & Uganda: Helicopter Safari

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4
Guests
11
Days
Home — Kenya & Uganda: Helicopter Safari

Deserts & Highlands By Private Helicopter

This journey links Kenya’s northern frontier with Uganda’s diverse landscapes, combining helicopter access, light aircraft, and guided exploration. From rhino tracking and fly fishing on Mount Kenya to nights under the desert sky beside Lake Turkana, the safari traverses remote terrain shaped by volcanic forces and shifting cultures. Continuing west into Uganda, the focus turns to savanna game in Kidepo, the Nile corridors of Murchison Falls, and the crater lakes of Queen Elizabeth.

The itinerary culminates at Mgahinga National Park, where the Virunga Volcanoes meet the Albertine Rift. Here, gorilla trekking is paired with insight into the Batwa heritage and montane forest ecology. Throughout, guests stay in small lodges and private camps, engaging with specialist guides who reveal the biodiversity and cultural context of each region.

Daily Summary

Days
1-2

Mount Kenya and Laikipia

Begin at Lewa Wildlife Conservancy after a helicopter transfer from Nairobi. Activities include e-biking, rhino tracking, horse riding, and guided walks across savanna and forest habitats. The following day, continue by helicopter to Mount Kenya for a scenic circuit around the peaks, landing beside a high-altitude lake for fly fishing and breakfast. Overnight in tented accommodation at Sirikoi.

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Sirikoi
Days
3-4

Northern Kenya

Depart at dawn, flying across the Suguta Valley’s volcanic terrain, pausing at Lake Logipi and continuing to Lake Turkana. Spend the day on South Island fishing for Nile perch before camping under the stars at Porr. The next day, fly to the Chalbi Desert to observe sandgrouse at an oasis and meet Rendille pastoralists. Continue to Koros Camp, where quad bike excursions and a desert sundowner punctuate the stay.

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Koros Camp
Days
5-6

Kidepo National Park

Fly along Lake Turkana’s western shoreline before crossing into Uganda. Arrive at Apoka Lodge, set within Kidepo’s isolated savanna ecosystem. Game drives reveal lion, elephant, and buffalo populations, alongside cheetah and ostrich more typical of East Africa’s arid zones. Evenings are spent in the comfort of the lodge overlooking the Narus Valley.

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Apoka Safari Lodge
Days
7-8

Murchison Falls National Park

Continue to Murchison Falls, staying at Nile Safari Lodge. Explore the Victoria Nile by boat, where hippos and crocodiles dominate the channels. A morning flight over the falls provides a striking perspective before game drives through woodland and savanna. Birdlife includes shoebill storks in nearby wetlands. An optional return boat excursion can be arranged in the afternoon.

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Nile Safari Lodge
Day
9

Great Lakes Region

Fly via Uganda’s crater lakes into Queen Elizabeth National Park. Spend the afternoon tracking chimpanzees in forested corridors. The region also supports tree-climbing lions and prolific birdlife along the Kazinga Channel. Overnight at Ndali Lodge, overlooking volcanic crater lakes on the edge of the park.

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Ndali Lodge
Days
10-11

Mgahinga National Park

Fly south via Lake Albert and the Rwenzori Mountains to Mgahinga Lodge. The park lies within the Virunga Volcanoes and supports golden monkeys, montane bird species, and one of the region’s habituated gorilla groups. Spend a day trekking for gorillas with expert rangers, and explore the cultural heritage of the Batwa people who once lived in these forests. Nights are spent at Mgahinga Lodge with views across the volcanic slopes.

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Mt Gahinga Lodge

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