10-Day Tanzania Wildlife Tour and Rwanda Gorilla Trekking

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

Arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport – Transfer to Arusha

Upon arrival at Kilimanjaro International Airport, you will be warmly welcomed by your professional driver-guide, who will assist with your luggage before transferring you to your lodge in Arusha. Depending on your arrival time, you can relax at the lodge, enjoy the peaceful countryside surroundings and prepare for the exciting safari adventure ahead. Your guide will brief you about the itinerary, safari arrangements and activities planned for the coming days.
Accommodation: Arusha Farm House or similar.

Main Destination:

Arusha (City, Tanzania)

Activities:

• No wildlife-viewing activities on this day

Accommodation:

Arusha Farm House

• Mid-range lodge in Arusha (City, Tanzania)

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Meals & Drinks:

• Dinner (Breakfast & lunch not included)
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Tarangire National Park Game Drive – Transfer to Karatu

After an early breakfast, depart for Tarangire National Park, famous for its impressive elephant herds, ancient baobab trees and diverse wildlife. Enjoy an exciting game drive across the park’s beautiful landscapes, looking out for elephants, lions, giraffes, zebras, wildebeest, buffaloes and numerous bird species. Tarangire is particularly rewarding for its large elephant populations and seasonal wildlife concentrations around the Tarangire River. After your game drive, proceed to Karatu for dinner and an overnight stay.
Accommodation: Marera Valley Lodge or similar.

Main Destination:

Ngorongoro Highlands (Tanzania)

Activities:

• Morning game drive (pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle)

Accommodation:

Marera Valley Lodge

• Mid-range lodge in Karatu (Town, Tanzania)

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Ngorongoro Crater Game Drive – Transfer to Serengeti National Park

After an early breakfast, collect your packed lunch and drive to the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Descend into the spectacular Ngorongoro Crater for an unforgettable game drive across its wildlife-rich floor. Look out for elephants, lions, buffaloes, zebras, wildebeest, hippos and the endangered black rhinoceros. The crater offers one of Africa’s most remarkable wildlife viewing experiences. Following your exploration, continue towards Serengeti National Park, enjoying the breathtaking landscapes and wildlife sightings along the way.
Accommodation: Kontiki Tented Camp or similar.

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

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GiraffeCommon

HippoCommon

HyenaCommon

LeopardOccasional

Black RhinoVery Rare

Wild DogVery Rare

White RhinoNone

Activities:

• Morning game drive (pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle)

Accommodation:

Kontiki Serengeti Camp

• Mid-range tented camp located inside Central Serengeti NP (Tanzania)

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Hot Air Balloon Safari and Game Drives in Serengeti National Park

Rise early for an unforgettable hot air balloon safari over the magnificent plains of Serengeti National Park. Float above the wilderness as the sun rises, enjoying spectacular aerial views of the landscapes and wildlife below. After landing, celebrate with a bush breakfast before continuing with game drives in search of the Serengeti’s remarkable wildlife, including lions, elephants, leopards, cheetahs, giraffes and vast herds of wildebeest and zebras. Your guide will focus on areas with promising wildlife sightings and seasonal migration activity.
Accommodation: Kontiki Tented Camp or similar.

Main Destination:

Serengeti National Park (Tanzania)

Activities:

• Early morning hot air balloon safari & afternoon game drive (pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle)

Accommodation:

Kontiki Serengeti Camp

• Mid-range tented camp located inside Central Serengeti NP (Tanzania)

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Serengeti National Park Game Drive – Transfer to Mwanza

After breakfast, enjoy a morning game drive in Serengeti National Park, offering another opportunity to explore its remarkable wildlife and capture memorable photographs before departing. Later, begin your journey towards Mwanza, travelling through the beautiful landscapes of northern Tanzania. Depending on your departure time and route, you may enjoy additional wildlife viewing along the way. Upon arrival in Mwanza, check in at your resort overlooking the shores of Lake Victoria. Enjoy a relaxing evening after your safari adventure.
Accommodation: Maraika Beach Resort or similar.

Main Destination:

Mwanza (City, Tanzania)

Activities:

• Morning game drive (pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle)

Accommodation:

Malaika Beach Resort

• Mid-range lodge in Mwanza (City, Tanzania)

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Transfer from Mwanza Tanzania to Akagera National Park Rwanda

After an early breakfast, depart Mwanza for Rwanda’s beautiful Akagera National Park. This will be a long cross-border road journey, taking you through the changing landscapes of Tanzania towards the Rwanda border. Your driver-guide will assist with the necessary border formalities and ensure a comfortable journey, with suitable stops for refreshments and rest along the way. Upon arrival in the Akagera area, check in at your lodge and relax after the journey, preparing for the wildlife adventure awaiting you the following day.
Accommodation: Akagera Transit Lodge or similar.

Main Destination:

Akagera National Park (Rwanda)

Best Time To Visit June to September and mid-December to mid-February (It is drier and wildlife is easier to spot)

High Season June to September (The park is busiest at weekends)

Best Weather June to October (Sunny, but not too hot)

Wildlife in Akagera NP

GiraffeCommon

BuffaloAbundant

ZebraAbundant

HippoAbundant

White RhinoOccasional

LionOccasional

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ElephantOccasional

Black RhinoRare

LeopardRare

HyenaRare

CheetahNone

WildebeestNone

Wild DogNone

Activities:

• No wildlife-viewing activities on this day

Accommodation:

Akagera Transit Lodge

• Mid-range lodge located just outside Akagera NP (Rwanda)

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Akagera National Park Game Drive – Transfer to Volcanoes National Park

After breakfast, head into Akagera National Park for an exciting game drive through its beautiful savannah plains, woodlands, lakes and wetlands. Search for Africa’s iconic Big Five, including elephants, lions, buffaloes, leopards and rhinoceroses, alongside giraffes, zebras, antelopes and numerous bird species. After your wildlife experience, depart for Volcanoes National Park in northwestern Rwanda, enjoying the scenic countryside and rolling hills along the way. Upon arrival, check in at your lodge and relax in preparation for your mountain gorilla trekking adventure.
Accommodation: Mountain Gorilla View Lodge or similar.

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

GorillaCommon

ChimpanzeeNone

ElephantRare

BuffaloRare

White RhinoNone

Black RhinoNone

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GiraffeNone

LionNone

LeopardNone

CheetahNone

ZebraNone

WildebeestNone

HippoNone

Activities:

• Morning game drive (pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle)

Accommodation:

Mountain Gorilla View Lodge

• Mid-range lodge less than 1hr drive from Volcanoes NP (Gorillas, Rwanda)

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Mountain Gorilla Trekking in Volcanoes National Park

Today promises to be one of the highlights of your African adventure: mountain gorilla trekking in Volcanoes National Park. After an early breakfast, transfer to the park headquarters for registration and a briefing by the park rangers. You will then venture into the beautiful forest in search of a habituated mountain gorilla family. Once located, spend one magical hour observing these magnificent primates in their natural habitat, witnessing their fascinating social interactions and behaviour. After this extraordinary encounter, return to your lodge and enjoy the remainder of the day at leisure.
Accommodation: Mountain Gorilla View Lodge or similar.

Main Destination:

Volcanoes National Park (Gorillas)

Activities:

• Gorilla tracking

Accommodation:

Mountain Gorilla View Lodge

• Mid-range lodge less than 1hr drive from Volcanoes NP (Gorillas, Rwanda)

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Golden Monkey Trekking – Transfer to Kigali

After breakfast, proceed to the Volcanoes National Park headquarters for a briefing before embarking on an exciting golden monkey trekking experience. Venture into the bamboo forests in search of these playful and endangered primates, observing their fascinating behaviour in their natural habitat. Following your trekking experience, depart for Kigali, Rwanda’s vibrant capital city. Upon arrival, check in at your hotel and enjoy your final evening in Rwanda.
Optional Upgrade: Instead of golden monkey trekking, you may choose a second mountain gorilla trekking experience for another unforgettable encounter with these magnificent primates. This option requires an additional gorilla trekking permit costing USD 1,500 per person, subject to availability.
Accommodation: Hotel des Mille Collines or similar.

Main Destination:

Kigali (Rwanda)

Activities:

• Morning nature hike/walk

Accommodation:

Hotel des Mille Collines

• Luxury hotel located in Kigali (Rwanda)

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Departure – Transfer to Kigali International Airport

Depending on your international flight schedule, enjoy a leisurely breakfast at your hotel before checking out. Your professional driver-guide will then transfer you to Kigali International Airport in time for your outbound flight. This marks the end of your unforgettable 10-day Tanzania and Rwanda wildlife safari and gorilla trekking adventure. We hope you leave East Africa with wonderful memories and look forward to welcoming you again for another adventure.
End of Tour.

Main Destination:

Kigali International Airport (Kigali, Rwanda)

Activities:

• No wildlife-viewing activities on this day

Accommodation:

No accommodation (End of tour)

Meals & Drinks:

• Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included)
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

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