10-Day Rwanda Gorilla Trekking and Kenya Wildlife Safari

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

Arrival in Kigali Rwanda

Upon arrival at Kigali International Airport, you will be warmly welcomed by your professional driver-guide from Safari 2 Gorilla Tours. After introductions and a short safari briefing, you will be transferred to your hotel in Kigali. Depending on your arrival time, you can relax at the hotel or enjoy some leisure time exploring the surroundings of Rwanda’s clean and vibrant capital. Your guide will brief you about the exciting Rwanda and Kenya safari ahead, including the activities, travel arrangements and expectations for the coming days.
Accommodation: Hotel des Mille Collines or similar.

Main Destination:

Kigali (Rwanda)

Activities:

• No wildlife-viewing activities on this day

Accommodation:

Hotel des Mille Collines

• Luxury hotel located in Kigali (Rwanda)

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Meals & Drinks:

• Dinner (Breakfast & lunch not included)
• Drinks not included

Kigali Genocide Memorial and Transfer to Volcanoes National Park

After breakfast, visit the Kigali Genocide Memorial, an important historical site that commemorates the victims of the 1994 Genocide against the Tutsi. The visit offers an opportunity to learn about Rwanda’s tragic history, its journey towards reconciliation and the remarkable transformation of the country. After the memorial visit, embark on a scenic drive through Rwanda’s beautiful countryside towards Volcanoes National Park in the northwestern part of the country. Upon arrival, check in at your lodge, relax and enjoy the spectacular views of the Virunga volcanic mountains.
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 nature hike/walk

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)

Golden Monkey Trekking and Gorilla Conservation Experiences

After an early breakfast, head to the Volcanoes National Park headquarters for a briefing before embarking on an exciting golden monkey trekking adventure. Accompanied by experienced park rangers, explore the bamboo forests of the Virunga Mountains in search of these playful and endangered primates. After the trek, return to the lodge for lunch and relaxation. In the afternoon, visit the Ellen DeGeneres Campus of the Dian Fossey Gorilla Fund (Gorilla Museum) to learn about gorilla conservation, followed by a cultural experience at Gorilla Guardians Village, where you will discover Rwanda’s traditional heritage and community conservation initiatives.
Optional upgrade: Wishing to enjoy an additional mountain gorilla trekking experience can replace golden monkey trekking with gorilla trekking at an additional USD 1,500 per person for the gorilla permit.
Accommodation: Mountain Gorilla View Lodge or similar.

Main Destination:

Volcanoes National Park (Gorillas)

Activities:

• Morning nature hike/walk

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)

Mountain Gorilla Trekking in Volcanoes National Park

Today is one of the highlights of your Rwanda adventure. After an early breakfast, transfer to the Volcanoes National Park headquarters for a briefing before heading into the forest for your mountain gorilla trekking experience. Accompanied by experienced park rangers and trackers, hike through the beautiful montane forest in search of a habituated gorilla family. The trek can take several hours depending on the location of the gorillas. Once located, you will spend one unforgettable hour observing these magnificent primates in their natural habitat, learning about their social behaviour and capturing memorable photographs. After the trek, return to the lodge for an overnight stay.
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)

Transfer to Kigali and Flight to Nairobi Kenya

After breakfast, enjoy a leisurely morning before transferring to Kigali International Airport for your scheduled flight to Nairobi, Kenya. Upon arrival at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, you will be welcomed by your Kenyan driver-guide, who will assist you with your luggage before transferring you to your hotel. Depending on your flight arrival time and available time, you may opt to visit the famous Giraffe Centre, where you can get close to endangered Rothschild’s giraffes and learn about conservation efforts. Afterwards, proceed to your hotel for check-in and relaxation.
Accommodation: Radisson Blu Hotel & Residence Nairobi Arboretum or similar.

Main Destination:

Nairobi (City, Kenya)

Activities:

• No wildlife-viewing activities on this day

Accommodation:

Radisson Blu Hotel & Residence, Nairobi Arboretum

• Luxury hotel in Nairobi (City, Kenya)

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Meals & Drinks:

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

Nairobi to Lake Nakuru National Park

After breakfast, depart Nairobi and travel towards Lake Nakuru National Park, enjoying scenic views of Kenya’s Great Rift Valley along the way. Upon arrival, check in at your lodge and enjoy lunch before heading out for an afternoon game drive. Lake Nakuru is renowned for its diverse wildlife, including endangered black and white rhinoceroses, Rothschild’s giraffes, buffaloes, zebras and various antelope species. The park is also an excellent destination for birdwatching, with numerous waterbirds inhabiting the lake and surrounding woodlands. Return to your lodge after the game drive for dinner and an overnight stay.
Accommodation: Lake Nakuru Sopa Lodge or similar.

Main Destination:

Lake Nakuru National Park (Kenya)

Best Time To Visit June to February (Best for wildlife viewing; little rain)

High Season July to February (The park gets very busy)

Best Weather June to February (Little rainfall)

Wildlife in Lake Nakuru NP

GiraffeCommon

White RhinoCommon

BuffaloCommon

ZebraCommon

HippoCommon

Black RhinoOccasional

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LionOccasional

LeopardOccasional

HyenaOccasional

ElephantNone

CheetahNone

WildebeestNone

Wild DogNone

Activities:

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

Accommodation:

Lake Nakuru Sopa Lodge

• Mid-range lodge located inside Lake Nakuru NP (Kenya)

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Meals & Drinks:

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

Lake Nakuru to Masai Mara National Reserve

After breakfast, enjoy a final morning game drive in Lake Nakuru National Park before departing for the world-famous Masai Mara National Reserve. The journey takes you through Kenya’s beautiful countryside, traditional settlements and scenic landscapes. The Masai Mara is famous for its abundant populations of lions, elephants, leopards, cheetahs, buffaloes and other wildlife, offering exceptional opportunities for photography and wildlife encounters.
Accommodation: Masai Mara Sopa Lodge or similar.

Main Destination:

Masai Mara National Reserve (Kenya)

Best Time To Visit June to October (For general wildlife viewing) and August to October (For wildebeest migration)

High Season June to October and December to March

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

Wildlife in Masai Mara NR

ElephantCommon

GiraffeCommon

LionCommon

CheetahCommon

ZebraAbundant

WildebeestAbundant

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BuffaloCommon

HippoCommon

HyenaCommon

LeopardOccasional

Black RhinoRare

Wild DogVery Rare

White RhinoNone

Activities:

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

Accommodation:

Masai Mara Sopa Lodge

• Mid-range lodge located just outside Masai Mara NR (Kenya)

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Meals & Drinks:

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

Full Day Wildlife Safari in Masai Mara

Spend a full day exploring the magnificent Masai Mara National Reserve with an extended full-day safari with a picnic lunch in the wilderness. The reserve is one of Africa’s most celebrated wildlife destinations, offering excellent opportunities to encounter the Big Five and numerous other species. Depending on the season, particularly between July and October, you may have opportunities to witness the spectacular Great Wildebeest Migration, including dramatic river crossings along the Mara River. Your experienced driver-guide will help locate wildlife and share insights into the ecosystem, animal behaviour and conservation of this remarkable wilderness.
Accommodation: Masai Mara Sopa Lodge or similar.

Main Destination:

Masai Mara National Reserve (Kenya)

Activities:

• Game drive (pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle)

Accommodation:

Masai Mara Sopa Lodge

• Mid-range lodge located just outside Masai Mara NR (Kenya)

Meals & Drinks:

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

Hot Air Balloon Safari and Transfer to Nairobi

Rise early for a hot-air balloon safari over the Masai Mara, offering a breathtaking aerial perspective of the reserve as the sun rises over the African wilderness. From above, enjoy spectacular views of the savannah, winding rivers and wildlife moving across the plains. Upon landing, celebrate the experience with a bush breakfast. Afterwards, depart the Masai Mara and drive back to Nairobi, enjoying the changing landscapes along the way. Upon arrival, check in at your hotel and spend the evening at leisure.
Accommodation: Radisson Blu Hotel & Residence Nairobi Arboretum or similar.

Main Destination:

Nairobi (City, Kenya)

Activities:

• Morning hot air balloon safari

Accommodation:

Radisson Blu Hotel & Residence, Nairobi Arboretum

• Luxury hotel in Nairobi (City, Kenya)

Meals & Drinks:

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

Departure from Nairobi Kenya

Enjoy a leisurely breakfast at your hotel, depending on your international flight schedule. You will then be transferred to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport for your outbound flight. Your 10-day Rwanda and Kenya adventure comes to an end with wonderful memories of mountain gorillas, golden monkeys, Kenya’s spectacular wildlife and the beautiful landscapes of East Africa. Safari 2 Gorilla Tours wishes you a safe onward journey and looks forward to welcoming you again for another African adventure.
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Safari flexibility
This safari can also be arranged in the opposite direction, starting in Nairobi, Kenya, and ending in Kigali, Rwanda.

Main Destination:

Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (Nairobi, Kenya)

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.