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Arrival (See Getting There for more details)

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  • You'll be collected from the airport.
  • Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.

Day 1

Arrival at Kigali International Airport & Transfer to your Hotel

Arrival at Kigali International Airport & Transfer to your Hotel

On arrival, at the Airport you will go through immigration. The team inside Airport will guide in all immigration process, after this exercise, you will proceed to the luggage collecting center and exit the Airport, on arrival wall, you will find your private expert driver/guide with a welcome board who will transfer you to your accommodation for check in, relax with accommodation facilities and overnight.

Main Destination:
Kigali (Rwanda)
Accommodation:
Park Inn by Radisson Kigali
  • Mid-range hotel located in Kigali (Rwanda)
Meals & Drinks:
  • Dinner (Breakfast & lunch not included)
  • Drinks not included

Day 2

Kigali Genocide Memorial, Transfer to Volcanoes National park & Dian Fossey Gorilla Conservation

Kigali Genocide Memorial, Transfer to Volcanoes National park & Dian Fossey Gorilla Conservation

After a relaxed breakfast, you will check out at around 09:00 AM and begin the day with a visit to the deeply moving Kigali Genocide Memorial. This important experience offers a powerful insight into Rwanda’s history, resilience, and remarkable journey of reconciliation and rebuilding. The memorial is emotional, educational, and inspiring, giving visitors a deeper connection to the country and its people.

After the visit, continue with a scenic transfer to Volcanoes National Park, enjoying beautiful views of Rwanda’s rolling hills, local villages, and countryside landscapes. En route, enjoy lunch at Sooko Restaurant before visiting the remarkable The Dian Fossey Gorilla Fund campus, a world-class conservation center dedicated to protecting mountain gorillas and inspiring future generations through research, education, and sustainability. Continue to your lodge for relaxation and overnight.

Main Destination:
Volcanoes National Park (Gorillas)
Best Time To Visit June to August (It is drier and hiking is easier)
High Season June to September (Permits are scarce)
Best Weather June to October (Sunny, but not too hot)

Wildlife in Volcanoes NP

Accommodation:
Mountain Gorilla View Lodge
  • Mid-range lodge less than 1hr drive from Volcanoes NP (Gorillas, Rwanda)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinks not included

Day 3

Mountain Gorilla Trek - Volcanoes National Park

Mountain Gorilla Trek - Volcanoes National Park

Today, experience a trek to be up close and personal with the rare mountain gorillas. There are only around 1063 of these magnificent creatures left in the world with 1/3 in the Volcanoes National Park.
After an early breakfast, you will be met and transferred to the park headquarters for check-in. Here you will be educated about the trek, gorilla behavior and divided into groups of suitable fitness. The trek can take between 2-6 hours depending on the movements of the animals. This is considered one of the great natural animals encounters on the planet.
The rangers/trackers will lead you deep into the forest, which will take you up and down the rugged terrain until you finally meet these harmonious creatures. After the trek, return to your lodge for lunch and freshen up and relax with the accommodation facilities as you swap stories from your Gorilla adventure.

Main Destination:
Volcanoes National Park (Gorillas)
Accommodation:
Mountain Gorilla View Lodge
  • Mid-range lodge less than 1hr drive from Volcanoes NP (Gorillas, Rwanda)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinks not included

Day 4

From Rwanda to Tanzania | Welcome to Kilimanjaro & Arusha

From Rwanda to Tanzania | Welcome to Kilimanjaro & Arusha

After breakfast, you will depart Volcanoes National Park and drive back to Kigali for your transfer to Kigali International Airport, where you will board your flight to Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO), marking the beginning of your Tanzanian safari adventure. Upon arrival, you will be warmly welcomed by your dedicated Nature in Spirit driver-guide, who will accompany you throughout your journey. Enjoy a scenic 1 hour and 30-minute drive to Arusha, with possible views of the majestic Mount Kilimanjaro if weather conditions allow. Along the way, experience Tanzania’s vibrant local life, colorful villages, and beautiful landscapes. Your guide will gladly stop for photos or questions whenever desired. Upon arrival in Arusha, check into your hotel and enjoy a relaxing evening and overnight stay, preparing for the exciting safari days ahead.

Main Destination:
Arusha (City, Tanzania)
Accommodation:
Arusha Planet Lodge
  • Mid-range lodge in Arusha (City, Tanzania)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinks not included

Day 5

Arusha to Tarangire National Park | First Steps into the Wild

Arusha to Tarangire National Park | First Steps into the Wild

After breakfast, meet your private safari guide for a relaxed briefing before departing at around 08:30 AM for Tarangire National Park, a scenic two-hour drive through Maasai villages, open plains, and beautiful countryside. Arriving around 10:30 AM, your safari begins immediately as you explore one of Tanzania’s most rewarding dry-season parks, famous for giant baobab trees, large elephant herds, rich birdlife, and excellent predator sightings around the Tarangire River. Enjoy a private game drive at a relaxed pace with plenty of opportunities for photography and wildlife observation before continuing to your camp inside the park for a hot lunch and short rest. In the afternoon, head out again for extended game viewing until sunset, followed by a private sundowner experience in the bush. Return to camp for dinner and overnight surrounded by the sounds of the African wilderness beneath a spectacular star-filled sky.

Main Destination:
Tarangire National Park (Tanzania)
Best Time To Visit July to November (Animals come to the Tarangire River)
High Season June to October (The park is full of visitors)
Best Weather June to October (Little rainfall)

Wildlife in Tarangire NP

ElephantAbundant
GiraffeCommon
LionCommon
BuffaloAbundant
ZebraAbundant
WildebeestAbundant
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HippoCommon
HyenaOccasional
Wild DogVery Rare
Accommodation:
Tarangire Greenland Retreat
  • Luxury tented camp located inside Tarangire NP (Tanzania)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinks not included

Day 6

Early Morning Safari & Lake Manayara National park Game drive with a canopy Nature Walk

Early Morning Safari & Lake Manayara National park Game drive with a canopy Nature Walk

We highly recommend starting the day with an early morning game drive in Tarangire National Park at 06:00 AM, one of the most rewarding times to experience the African wilderness. During the cool morning hours, wildlife is extremely active, predators are often still on the move, and the soft golden light creates exceptional photography opportunities. After returning to camp for breakfast, continue towards Lake Manyara National Park with a beautifully prepared safari hamper lunch. Upon arrival, enjoy a scenic game drive through the park’s diverse landscapes, home to elephants, giraffes, hippos, flamingos, and the famous tree-climbing lions. Later, experience the thrilling canopy nature walk suspended among the treetops before continuing to Karatu for dinner and overnight.

Main Destination:
Lake Manyara National Park (Tanzania)
Best Time To Visit June to October (Easier to spot animals)
High Season July to March (The northern section gets crowded)
Best Weather June to October (Little rainfall)

Wildlife in Lake Manyara NP

ElephantCommon
GiraffeCommon
BuffaloCommon
ZebraCommon
HippoCommon
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LionOccasional
HyenaOccasional
Wild DogVery Rare
Accommodation:
The Retreat at Ngorongoro Lodge
  • Luxury lodge located less than 1hr drive from Lake Manyara NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinks not included

Day 7

Safari en route to Serengeti National Park

Safari en route to Serengeti National Park

After an early breakfast, depart at around 07:30 AM for the legendary Serengeti National Park, traveling through the breathtaking Ngorongoro Highlands. The scenic drive offers beautiful landscapes, Maasai villages, and possible wildlife sightings including giraffes, buffalo, and elephants even before reaching the Serengeti plains. Arrive in Central Serengeti around midday and enjoy a hot lunch at your tented camp before heading out for an extended afternoon game drive until sunset. The Serengeti, famous for its endless plains and incredible wildlife density, is home to the Big Five, cheetahs, hyenas, large elephant herds, and abundant birdlife. As the golden evening light spreads across the savannah, enjoy one of Africa’s most spectacular safari experiences before returning to camp for dinner and overnight surrounded by the unforgettable sounds of the wild Serengeti.

Main Destination:
Serengeti National Park (Tanzania)
Best Time To Visit January to February and June to October (Different areas are best at different times)
High Season July to March (The Seronera area is crowded)
Best Weather June to October (Little to no rainfall)

Wildlife in Serengeti NP

ElephantCommon
LionCommon
CheetahCommon
BuffaloAbundant
ZebraAbundant
WildebeestAbundant
Show more
GiraffeCommon
HippoCommon
HyenaCommon
LeopardOccasional
Black RhinoVery Rare
Wild DogVery Rare
Accommodation:
Serengeti Sound of Nature Luxury Tented Camp
  • Luxury tented camp located inside Central Serengeti NP (Tanzania)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinks not included

Day 8

Immersive Safari Adventures in Serengeti National Park

Immersive Safari Adventures in Serengeti National Park

Today is dedicated to fully immersing yourself in the magic of Serengeti National Park. We highly recommend an early morning game drive departing at 06:00 AM, one of the best times to experience the Serengeti as predators remain active and the golden sunrise light creates exceptional wildlife viewing and photography opportunities. Your morning will be enhanced by a scenic bush breakfast in the wilderness. The day continues with game drives through Central Serengeti, tracking lions, leopards, cheetahs, elephants, and vast wildebeest herds across one of Africa’s richest wildlife ecosystems. Around mid day you will drive back to your camp for a hot lunch and depart again for an afternoon safari extending till 05:30pm. End the day with a private sundowner overlooking the savannah before returning to camp for dinner and overnight surrounded by the sounds of the wild Serengeti.

Main Destination:
Serengeti National Park (Tanzania)
Accommodation:
Serengeti Sound of Nature Luxury Tented Camp
  • Luxury tented camp located inside Central Serengeti NP (Tanzania)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinks not included

Day 9

Ngorongoro Crater Adventure & A WOW Stay at the Retreat at Ngorongoro

Ngorongoro Crater Adventure & A WOW Stay at the Retreat at Ngorongoro

After breakfast, we highly recommend departing at around 07:00 AM to reach the Ngorongoro Crater during the best wildlife viewing hours. Descend over 600 meters into this UNESCO World Heritage Site, often called Africa’s Garden of Eden, where exceptional wildlife encounters await. The crater floor is home to lions, elephants, buffalo, hyenas, flamingos, and one of Tanzania’s best chances to spot the rare black rhino — a true safari highlight. Around midday, enjoy a beautifully prepared safari hamper lunch near a hippo pool surrounded by the sounds of nature. In the afternoon, ascend the crater and continue to the spectacular The Retreat at Ngorongoro, one of the most loved lodges in the region. With elegant rooms, beautiful gardens, scenic walking trails, and warm hospitality, the lodge offers the perfect WOW experience to relax and recharge after an unforgettable safari adventure.

Main Destination:
Ngorongoro Crater (Tanzania)
Best Time To Visit June to October (Wildlife viewing is best)
High Season Most of the year – July to March (Expect crowds)
Best Weather June to October (Rainfall is little to none)

Wildlife in Ngorongoro Crater

LionCommon
BuffaloAbundant
ZebraAbundant
WildebeestAbundant
HyenaAbundant
Show more
ElephantCommon
HippoCommon
LeopardOccasional
Accommodation:
The Retreat at Ngorongoro Lodge
  • Luxury lodge located 1-2hr drive from Ngorongoro Crater
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinks not included

Day 10

Drive back to Arusha for Lunch & Shanga tour - Transfer to the Airport for your onward flight

Drive back to Arusha for Lunch & Shanga tour - Transfer to the Airport for your onward flight

After a relaxed breakfast, depart the lodge at around 10:00 AM and enjoy a scenic drive back to Arusha. Upon arrival, enjoy a delightful lunch at Arusha Coffee Lodge, a charming plantation-style retreat surrounded by one of Tanzania’s largest coffee estates. Afterwards, visit the inspiring Shanga workshop, a remarkable social enterprise that employs and empowers people with disabilities through the creation of beautiful handmade jewelry, glassware, textiles, and recycled art. The visit offers a meaningful opportunity to witness creativity, sustainability, and community impact while interacting with talented local artisans. Later, continue with your transfer to Kilimanjaro International Airport for your onward flight back home, carrying unforgettable memories of your East African adventure.

Main Destination:
Kilimanjaro Airport (Tanzania)
Accommodation:
No accommodation (End of tour)
Meals & Drinks:
  • Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included)
  • Drinks not included

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End of tour (See Getting There for more details)

  • Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost.
  • You'll be dropped off at the airport.

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  • Gorilla tracking permits are subject to availability.