$6,133 to $6,243 pp (USD)
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Arrival
Day 1
Transfer to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
Transfer to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
Commencing your day with a satisfying breakfast at your Kigali hotel or following an early-morning pickup from the airport, our experienced tour guide will be there to greet you. A brief yet insightful city tour will set the stage for your remarkable journey to the renowned Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National Park.
As far as names go, few evoke the essence of Africa as vividly as the impenetrable forest of Bwindi. Picture vast expanses of steep mountains enveloped in dense, humid jungle, and you're on the right track. Spanning an impressive 331 square kilometers, this World Heritage-listed sanctuary, Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, is one of the continent's oldest ecosystems. It has withstood the test of time, persevering through the last Ice Age when many other forests on the continent disappeared into history.
Upon your arrival, you will be warmly welcomed at the lodge, where you can unwind and savor the breathtaking vistas of the sprawling forest.
- Main Destination:
- Bwindi Impenetrable National Park (Gorillas)
- Accommodation:
- Ichumbi Gorilla Lodge
Wildlife in Bwindi NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 2
Gorilla Trekking in Bwindi and Back to Kigali
Gorilla Trekking in Bwindi and Back to Kigali
You'll start your day with a delicious breakfast, ensuring you're well-prepared for the adventures ahead. Grab your packed lunch and make your way to the nearby park headquarters, just a stone's throw away. Here, you'll receive a comprehensive briefing, be assigned to your respective gorilla groups, and then trek into the forest. The duration of your trek through Bwindi can vary, spanning from 2 to 8 hours, depending on the gorillas' movements.
Upon locating them, you'll spend up to 1 hour observing and photographing the gorillas. Following the trek, you'll savor a well-deserved lunch and receive your official gorilla trekking certificate. Afterward, you'll meet your guide and transfer back to Kigali for an overnight stay.
- Main Destination:
- Kigali (Rwanda)
- Accommodation:
- Hotel Des Mille Collines
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 3
Fly to Nairobi in Kenya
Fly to Nairobi in Kenya
Depending on the timing of your outbound flight to Nairobi, we will transfer you to Kigali International Airport 2 hours before check-in. Upon your arrival in Nairobi, we will pick you up and transfer you to your accommodation facility for dinner and an overnight stay.
- Main Destination:
- Nairobi (City, Kenya)
- Accommodation:
- Ibis Styles Nairobi Westlands Hotel
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 4
Transfer to Masai Mara National Reserve and Evening Game Drive
Transfer to Masai Mara National Reserve and Evening Game Drive
After breakfast, you will be transferred to Masai Mara National Reserve. When you dream of Africa, chances are you're dreaming of the Masai Mara. This vast expanse of gently rolling grassland, adorned with flat-topped acacia trees and traversed by massive herds of zebras and wildebeests, embodies the quintessential African landscape. Surprisingly, this iconic imagery lives up to its reputation. The Masai Mara, encompassing not only the renowned reserve but also about a dozen community conservancies, several group ranches, and numerous Maasai villages, is not just the highlight of many Kenyan adventures, but often the very reason for travelers choosing Kenya as their destination.
In the evening, you will embark on a game drive in the park. Later, you will return to your accommodation facility for dinner and an overnight stay.
- Main Destination:
- Masai Mara National Reserve (Kenya)
- Accommodation:
- Enchoro Wildlife Camp
Wildlife in Masai Mara NR
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 5
Game Drives in Masai Mara National Reserve
Game Drives in Masai Mara National Reserve
You will spend a full day immersed in the breathtaking landscapes and abundant wildlife of the renowned Mara. This area is famous for its vast herds of plains game animals, such as leopards and cheetahs, as well as a multitude of elephants and virtually every other type of wildlife that Kenya has to offer. Your day will be filled with an extensive morning and evening game drive in the Masai Mara National Reserve.
- Main Destination:
- Masai Mara National Reserve (Kenya)
- Accommodation:
- Enchoro Wildlife Camp
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 6
Transfer to Serengeti National Park and Evening Game Drive
Transfer to Serengeti National Park and Evening Game Drive
After breakfast, you will proceed to Tanzania by crossing the Isebania Border and then drive to Serengeti National Park. The first encounter with the Serengeti is an unforgettable experience for most travelers. It could be the breathtaking view from Naabi Hill at the park's entrance, where the grasslands seem to stretch endlessly to the horizon. It might be the sight of a coalition of lions gracefully traversing the open plains, their manes fluttering in the breeze.
No matter the reason, you are now entering one of the world's most extraordinary wildlife-watching destinations. Covering an impressive 14,763 square kilometers, the Serengeti is an epic landscape renowned for its apex predators, including lions, leopards, and cheetahs, with a substantial population of elephants as well. The Serengeti is also a paradise for bird enthusiasts, boasting over 500 species of birds to discover.
- Main Destination:
- Serengeti National Park (Tanzania)
- Accommodation:
- Kisura Serengeti Camp
Wildlife in Serengeti NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 7
Game Drives in Serengeti National Park
Game Drives in Serengeti National Park
You will spend a full day immersed in the breathtaking landscapes and abundant wildlife of the renowned Serengeti. This area is famous for its vast herds of plains game animals, such as leopards and cheetahs, as well as a multitude of elephants and virtually every other type of wildlife that Tanzania has to offer. Your day will be filled with an extensive morning and evening game drives in the Serengeti National Park.
- Main Destination:
- Serengeti National Park (Tanzania)
- Accommodation:
- Kisura Serengeti Camp
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 8
Visit Ngorongoro Crater and Transfer to Karatu
Visit Ngorongoro Crater and Transfer to Karatu
You'll begin the day with breakfast and then head to Ngorongoro Conservation Area. There, you'll reach the crater rim, which boasts one of the world's largest unbroken calderas. This geological wonder is not filled with water but instead provides a habitat for an abundance of wildlife. You'll be in awe of the breathtaking scenery as you observe animals grazing and hunting in the open grasslands, swamps, and woodlands on the crater floor. Hippos, flamingos, elephants, hyenas, lions, and even critically endangered black rhinos can be spotted here.
Water plays a crucial role in sustaining this diverse ecosystem, with permanent springs and streams supporting the flora and fauna. At 3 pm, your visit to this natural paradise will conclude, and you'll head to Karatu for an overnight stay.
- Main Destination:
- Ngorongoro Crater (Tanzania)
- Accommodation:
- Eileen's Trees Inn
Wildlife in Ngorongoro Crater
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 9
Transfer to JRO and Fly to Zanzibar Island
Transfer to JRO and Fly to Zanzibar Island
After breakfast, you'll head to Kilimanjaro International Airport in Moshi, ensuring you arrive at least 2 hours before your flight to the Zanzibar Archipelago. Upon your arrival in Zanzibar, you'll be greeted and transferred to your accommodation. There, you'll have a meet and greet, enjoy dinner, and stay overnight.
- Main Destination:
- Zanzibar Island (Tanzania Beaches, Tanzania)
- Accommodation:
- Mizingani Seafront Hotel
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 10
Blue Safari Experience
Blue Safari Experience
Following breakfast, our guide will pick you up and take you to Fumba Village for a full-day picnic on a blue safari experience. Here, you'll have the opportunity to engage in activities such as snorkeling, and sunbathing. If luck is on your side, dolphin watching. After this exciting tour, you'll return to your hotel for dinner and an overnight stay.
- Main Destination:
- Zanzibar Island (Tanzania Beaches, Tanzania)
- Accommodation:
- Mizingani Seafront Hotel
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 11
Zanzibar Stone Town Tour and Spice Tour
Zanzibar Stone Town Tour and Spice Tour
After breakfast, our guide will pick you up for a city tour (Stone Town Tour), during which you'll visit historical sites such as Sultan Palace, House of Wonders, and the Old Slave Market. Following the city tour, you'll head to a local restaurant for lunch, where you can savor authentic African cuisine.
Alternatively, you can drive to a spice farm and enjoy lunch in one of the local houses. Afterward, you'll continue to the Spice Farm for the Spice Tour, offering a unique experience that highlights why Zanzibar is known as the Spice Island. Finally, you'll transfer you back to your hotel for dinner and an overnight stay.
- Main Destination:
- Zanzibar Stone Town (Zanzibar, Tanzania)
- Accommodation:
- Amaan Beach Bungalows
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 12
Leisure in Zanzibar Stone Town
Leisure in Zanzibar Stone Town
Following breakfast, you will have a day of leisure at the hotel, giving you the freedom to relax and enjoy the amenities. Alternatively, you can opt for additional activities such as deep sea fishing, diving, and snorkeling, a trip to the Rock Restaurant, or a day trip to Mikumi, Selous, or Saadani National Park (additional charges apply and arrangements can be made). You will enjoy your day as you prefer.
- Main Destination:
- Zanzibar Stone Town (Zanzibar, Tanzania)
- Accommodation:
- Amaan Beach Bungalows
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 13
Airport Transfer and Departure
Airport Transfer and Departure
After breakfast, you can spend your time relaxing at the beach hotel or choose to transfer to Stone Town for some last-minute shopping. Later, we will arrange for your transportation to Zanzibar Airport, ensuring you arrive at least 2 hours before your departure flight, marking the conclusion of your trip.
- Main Destination:
- Zanzibar Airport (Zanzibar, Tanzania)
- Accommodation:
- No accommodation (End of tour)
- Meals & Drinks:
