$10,450 pp (USD)
2 travelers on Start dateArrival
Arrival
Day 1
Arrival in Arusha and Welcome to Tanzania
Arrival in Arusha and Welcome to Tanzania
Upon arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport, you will be warmly welcomed by your professional safari guide and transferred to Arusha. Relax and recover from your journey while enjoying the beautiful lodge surroundings. Depending on your arrival time, enjoy an optional visit to Arusha's vibrant local markets and cultural centers.
- Main Destination:
- Arusha (City, Tanzania)
- Accommodation:
- Malkia Trees Lodge
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 2
Arusha to Central Serengeti National Park
Arusha to Central Serengeti National Park
After an early breakfast, depart for the world-famous Serengeti National Park via the scenic Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Stop at the crater rim for spectacular panoramic views before continuing into the endless plains of the Serengeti. Enjoy an afternoon game drive searching for lions, leopards, elephants, cheetahs, giraffes and countless plains game.
- Main Destination:
- Central Serengeti National Park (Tanzania)
- Accommodation:
- Baobab Serengeti Camp
Wildlife in Serengeti NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 3
Transfer to Northern Serengeti for Mara River Migration Experience
Transfer to Northern Serengeti for Mara River Migration Experience
Journey deep into the remote Northern Serengeti, home to one of nature's greatest spectacles the Great Migration. Spend the day exploring the Mara River region where thousands of wildebeest and zebras gather before attempting dramatic river crossings.
- Main Destination:
- Northern Serengeti National Park (Tanzania)
- Accommodation:
- Northern Serengeti Moyo Migration Camp Mara
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 4
Transfer from Northern Serengeti to Central Serengeti
Transfer from Northern Serengeti to Central Serengeti
After breakfast, begin your journey back through the Serengeti ecosystem. This is not merely a transfer but a full safari day through one of Africa's richest wildlife areas.
Explore granite kopjes where lions often rest and scan the plains below. Search riverine forests for elusive leopards while cheetahs patrol open grasslands. Along the way, encounter large herds of buffalo, elephants, giraffes, topis, hartebeests, and numerous bird species.
Your expert guide will tailor the route according to recent wildlife sightings, maximizing your chances of memorable encounters.
- Main Destination:
- Serengeti National Park (Tanzania)
- Accommodation:
- Baobab Serengeti Camp
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 5
Transer to Ngorongoro Crater, Africa's garden of Eden
Transer to Ngorongoro Crater, Africa's garden of Eden
After breakfast, depart the Serengeti and travel to the magnificent Ngorongoro Crater. Descend approximately 600 meters into this natural wildlife sanctuary, often referred to as the "Eighth Wonder of the World."
The crater floor supports an astonishing concentration of wildlife within a relatively small area. Search for endangered black rhinos, large lion prides, spotted hyenas, jackals, elephants, buffaloes, zebras, and wildebeests. The crater's permanent water sources attract animals year-round, making wildlife viewing exceptional.
Enjoy a picnic lunch beside a hippo-filled lake before continuing your exploration of this remarkable ecosystem.
- Main Destination:
- Ngorongoro Crater (Tanzania)
- Accommodation:
- Farm of Dreams Lodge
Wildlife in Ngorongoro Crater
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 6
Tarangire National Park & Return to Arusha
Tarangire National Park & Return to Arusha
Today explore Tarangire National Park, a hidden gem renowned for its giant baobab trees and massive elephant herds. During the dry season, thousands of animals gather around the Tarangire River, creating extraordinary wildlife concentrations.
The park is famous for some of East Africa's largest elephant populations, often seen moving in family groups beneath ancient baobab trees. Other wildlife includes lions, leopards, giraffes, zebras, wildebeests, elands, and over 500 bird species.
After a rewarding game drive, return to Arusha for your final evening in Tanzania.
- Main Destination:
- Arusha (City, Tanzania)
- Accommodation:
- Malkia Trees Lodge
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 7
Flight to kigali and optional city tour
Flight to kigali and optional city tour
Transfer to the airport for your flight to Kigali, Rwanda's clean, modern, and rapidly developing capital city.
Upon arrival, enjoy a guided Kigali City Tour. Visit the Kigali Genocide Memorial, a powerful and educational site that provides insight into Rwanda's history and remarkable journey of reconciliation. Continue to local craft markets, art galleries, and cultural centers where visitors can engage with Rwanda's vibrant contemporary culture.
- Main Destination:
- Kigali (Rwanda)
- Accommodation:
- Hotel des Mille Collines
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 8
Kigali to Nyungwe forest national park
Kigali to Nyungwe forest national park
Travel south through Rwanda's spectacular countryside, famously known as the "Land of a Thousand Hills." Along the way, visit the historic King's Palace Museum in Nyanza to learn about Rwanda's traditional monarchy and cultural heritage.
Continue through rolling tea plantations and mountain landscapes before arriving at Nyungwe Forest National Park, one of Africa's oldest and most biologically diverse rainforests.
- Main Destination:
- Nyungwe National Park (Chimps)
- Accommodation:
-
EAR Ken Barham Guest House
Wildlife in Nyungwe NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 9
Chimpazee trekking and canopy walk
Chimpazee trekking and canopy walk
An early start takes you into the heart of Nyungwe Forest in search of habituated chimpanzee communities. Guided by experienced trackers, follow forest trails while listening for calls and movements of our closest relatives.
Once located, spend a magical hour observing their behaviors, social interactions, feeding habits, and playful antics.
In the afternoon, enjoy the famous Nyungwe Canopy Walk, suspended high above the forest floor. The walkway offers breathtaking views of the rainforest canopy and opportunities to spot birds, monkeys, and butterflies.
- Main Destination:
- Nyungwe National Park (Chimps)
- Accommodation:
- EAR Ken Barham Guest House
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 10
Nyungwe to volcanoes national park
Nyungwe to volcanoes national park
After breakfast, journey north through Rwanda's stunning mountain landscapes towards Volcanoes National Park.
The drive passes picturesque villages, fertile farmlands, and dramatic volcanic scenery. As you approach Musanze, the towering Virunga Volcanoes dominate the horizon, creating one of Africa's most spectacular landscapes.
Spend the evening preparing for the next day's primate adventure.
- Main Destination:
- Volcanoes National Park (Gorillas)
- Accommodation:
- Classic Resort Lodge
Wildlife in Volcanoes NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 11
Gorilla trekking & Dian Fossey Musuem visit
Gorilla trekking & Dian Fossey Musuem visit
Today marks the highlight of your Rwanda adventure and one of the most extraordinary wildlife experiences on Earth—Mountain Gorilla Trekking in Volcanoes National Park.
After an early breakfast, transfer to the park headquarters for a briefing by park rangers before being allocated a gorilla family. Accompanied by experienced guides and trackers, venture into the lush forests of the Virunga Mountains in search of these gentle giants. The trek can take anywhere from one to several hours depending on the location of the gorilla family. Once found, spend a magical and unforgettable hour observing the gorillas in their natural habitat.
After lunch and some relaxation at the lodge, visit the Dian Fossey Museum and Ellen DeGeneres Campus of the Dian Fossey Gorilla Fund.
- Main Destination:
- Volcanoes National Park (Gorillas)
- Accommodation:
- Classic Resort Lodge
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 12
Golden monkey trekking and transfer to kigali
Golden monkey trekking and transfer to kigali
After breakfast, return to Volcanoes National Park for a memorable Golden Monkey Trekking experience. These rare and endangered primates are endemic to the Virunga Conservation Area and are known for their playful nature, energetic movements, and beautiful golden-orange fur.
Following the trek, enjoy lunch before beginning your scenic drive back to Kigali. The journey offers spectacular views of Rwanda's rolling hills, terraced farmlands, and picturesque rural communities, providing a final glimpse of why Rwanda is known as the "Land of a Thousand Hills."
Upon arrival in Kigali, check in at your hotel and enjoy a farewell dinner celebrating an unforgettable East African safari experience.
- Main Destination:
- Volcanoes National Park (Gorillas)
- Accommodation:
- Hotel des Mille Collines
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 13
Departure
Departure
Enjoy breakfast at your hotel before transferring to Kigali International Airport for your onward flight.
As your East African adventure concludes, take home unforgettable memories of the Great Migration, the Big Five, chimpanzees, golden monkeys, stunning landscapes, and the warm hospitality of Tanzania and Rwanda.
- Main Destination:
- No major destination visited
- Accommodation:
- No accommodation (End of tour)
- Meals & Drinks:
