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Arrival (See Getting There for more details)

Arrival (See Getting There for more details)

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

Day 1

Arrival Kigali Airport, Rwanda - Hotel

Arrival Kigali Airport, Rwanda - Hotel

Arrive at Kigali International Airport, Rwanda where you will be welcomed by our local representative and be transferred to the hotel. Take the evening to relax and prepare for your journey ahead. If time allows we shall visit the Kigali Genocide museum today. Overnight at StepTown Hotel or Similar.

Main Destination:
Kigali (Rwanda)
Accommodation:
Step Town Motel
  • Budget hotel located in Kigali (Rwanda)
Meals & Drinks:
  • Dinner (Breakfast & lunch not included)
  • Drinks not included

Day 2

Kigali - Nyungwe National Park

Kigali - Nyungwe National Park

Following a morning breakfast, visit the Kigali Genocide Memorial for a powerful and educational insight into Rwanda’s history. In the afternoon, enjoy a scenic drive south through rolling hills to Nyungwe National Park. Overnight at Ken Barham Guest House or Similar.

Main Destination:
Nyungwe National Park (Chimps)
Best Time To Visit June to September (Dry weather, best chimp trekking)
High Season June to September (Popular gorilla trekking time in Volcanoes NP)
Best Weather June to October (Sunny, but not too hot)

Wildlife in Nyungwe NP

Accommodation:
EAR Ken Barham Guest House
  • Budget guest houseless than 1hr drive from Nyungwe NP (Chimps, Rwanda)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinks not included

Day 3

Chimpanzee Trekking & Canopy Walk, Nyungwe NP

Chimpanzee Trekking & Canopy Walk, Nyungwe NP

Following an early morning breakfast, Set out for an exhilarating chimpanzee trekking through the dense rainforest. In the afternoon, enjoy a canopy walk on hanging bridges with stunning views over the treetops. Overnight at Ken Barham Guest House or Similar.

Main Destination:
Nyungwe National Park (Chimps)
Accommodation:
EAR Ken Barham Guest House
  • Budget guest houseless than 1hr drive from Nyungwe NP (Chimps, Rwanda)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinks not included

Day 4

Colobus Monkey Trekking, Nyungwe NP - Volcanoes NP

Colobus Monkey Trekking, Nyungwe NP - Volcanoes NP

This morning, after an early morning breakfast go to track the beautiful colobus monkeys in Nyungwe. After lunch, travel northward to Volcanoes National Park, located in the Virunga Mountains. Overnight at The Garden Place Hotel & Coffee Shop 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

Accommodation:
The Garden Place Hotel
  • Budget hotelless than 1hr drive from Volcanoes NP (Gorillas, Rwanda)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinks not included

Day 5

Golden Monkey Trekking, Rwanda - Bwindi/Mgahinga Gorilla NP, Uganda

Golden Monkey Trekking, Rwanda - Bwindi/Mgahinga Gorilla NP, Uganda

After breakfast, participate in a guided trek to observe Golden Monkeys, followed by visits to the Gorilla Guardian Village as well as taking part to the Gorilla Museum at Ellen Degeneras Campus of Dian Fossey Gorilla Fund. Thereafter Continue your journey across the border into Uganda’s Bwindi/Mgahinga Gorilla National Park. Overnight at Travelers Rest Hotel or similar.

Main Destination:
Mgahinga Gorilla National Park (Gorillas)
Best Time To Visit June to August and December to January (Gorilla trekking is easiest)
High Season June to September (Gorilla permits are scarce)
Best Weather Jun to Aug and Dec to Jan (Less rainfall)

Wildlife in Mgahinga Gorilla NP

GorillaCommon
BuffaloOccasional
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LionNone
ZebraNone
HippoNone
Accommodation:
Travellers Rest Hotel
  • Mid-range hotel1-2hr drive from Mgahinga Gorilla NP (Gorillas, Uganda)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinks not included

Day 6

Gorilla Trekking, Bwindi/Mgahinga Gorilla National Park

Gorilla Trekking, Bwindi/Mgahinga Gorilla National Park

Embark on an unforgettable gorilla trekking expedition in the thick jungles of Bwindi/Mgahinga Gorilla National Park. Spend a magical hour observing a family of endangered mountain gorillas in their natural habitat before returning to the lodge for afternoon relaxation. Overnight at Travelers Rest Hotel or Similar.

Main Destination:
Mgahinga Gorilla National Park (Gorillas)
Accommodation:
Travellers Rest Hotel
  • Mid-range hotel1-2hr drive from Mgahinga Gorilla NP (Gorillas, Uganda)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinks not included

Day 7

Bwindi/Mgahinga Gorilla NP, Uganda - Akagera NP, Rwanda

Bwindi/Mgahinga Gorilla NP, Uganda - Akagera NP, Rwanda

Following an early morning breakfast, travel through the scenic countryside back into Rwanda, arriving at Akagera National Park in the late afternoon. Checkin at the lodge and relax for the rest of the afternoon preparing for the long day drive the following day to Lake Victoria, Tanzania. Overnight 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
HyenaRare
Accommodation:
Akagera Transit Lodge
  • Mid-range lodge located just outside Akagera NP (Rwanda)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinks not included

Day 8

Akagera National Park, Rwanda - Mwanza, Tanzania

Akagera National Park, Rwanda - Mwanza, Tanzania

Following an early morning breakfast and with packed lunch begin the journey crossing the border at Rusumo into Tanzania. Proceed to Arrive late in Mwanza on the shores of Lake Victoria. Checkin at the hotel and have an evening at relaxation. Overnight Malaika Beach Resort or Similar.

Main Destination:
Mwanza (City, Tanzania)
Accommodation:
Malaika Beach Resort
  • Mid-range lodgein Mwanza (City, Tanzania)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinks not included

Day 9

Mwanza/Lake Victoria - Serengeti National Park

Mwanza/Lake Victoria - Serengeti National Park

After an early morning breakfast, Depart early with a packed lunch and enter Serengeti National Park via Ndabaka Gate. Begin your game drive through the western corridor, known for Grumeti River wildlife activity.
Overnight Kon Tiki Tented Camp or Similar.

Main Destination:
Greater Serengeti Ecosystem (Tanzania)
Accommodation:
Kontiki Serengeti Camp
  • Mid-range tented camp located inside Central Serengeti NP (Tanzania)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinks not included

Day 10

Full-Day Safari, Serengeti National Park

Full-Day Safari, Serengeti National Park

Following an early morning breakfast and with parked lunch head out to Spend the day exploring the iconic Serengeti plains. Search for the Big Five and witness the great wildebeest migration (seasonal). The Seronera area offers exceptional wildlife sightings. Overnight Kon Tiki Tented Camp or Similar.

Main Destination:
Central 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
Accommodation:
Kontiki Serengeti Camp
  • Mid-range tented camp located inside Central Serengeti NP (Tanzania)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinks not included

Day 11

Serengeti National Park - Ngorongoro Conservation Area

Serengeti National Park - Ngorongoro Conservation Area

Following an early morning breakfast and will packed lunch, Enjoy morning farewell game drive within Serengeti National Park before continuing to the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Arrive at your lodge located on the crater rim, with breathtaking views. Overnight Ngorongoro Kuhama Camp or Similar.

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:
Ngorongoro Kuhama Camp
  • Mid-range tented camp located on the crater rim of Ngorongoro Crater (Tanzania)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinks not included

Day 12

Ngorongoro Crater Safari - Lake Manyara National Park

Ngorongoro Crater Safari - Lake Manyara National Park

Following an early morning breakfast and with packed lunch, Descend 600 meters into the Ngorongoro Crater for a half-day game drive in this wildlife-rich haven. After picnic lunch on taken during the game drive or at a picnic area, continue to Lake Manyara National Park. Overnight Jangwani River View or Similar.

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
Show more
LionOccasional
HyenaOccasional
Wild DogVery Rare
Accommodation:
Jangwani River View
  • Mid-range cottage located just outside Lake Manyara NP (Tanzania)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinks not included

Day 13

Lake Manyara National Park - Tarangire National Park

Lake Manyara National Park - Tarangire National Park

After an early morning breakfast, Begin the day with a game drive in Lake Manyara, famed for its tree-climbing lions and flamingos. Continue to Tarangire National Park, known for its large elephant herds and ancient baobabs. Overnight Tarangire Sopa Lodge or Similar.

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
Show more
HippoCommon
HyenaOccasional
Wild DogVery Rare
Accommodation:
Tarangire Sopa Lodge
  • Mid-range lodge located inside Tarangire NP (Tanzania)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinks not included

Day 14

Tarangire National Park - Kilimanjaro International Airport

Tarangire National Park - Kilimanjaro International Airport

After breakfast, depending on your flight schedule, a morning game drive will be followed with a transfer to Kilimanjaro International Airport for your onward departure marking the end of the trip. End of Tour.

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

End of tour (See Getting There for more details)

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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