14 Days Rwanda Gorillas-Serengeti-Zanzibar Safari

As you arrive at Kigali International Airport, our representative will warmly welcome you just outside the airport arrivals section. Enjoy a seamless transfer to your accommodation at Flame Tree Village, where comfort and relaxation await you. Settle in and prepare for an exciting journey ahead.

Begin your day with a delicious breakfast at the hotel before embarking on a fascinating City Tour of Kigali, with the cost included. Explore the rich history of Rwanda that spans centuries, with Kigali playing a significant role for the past 100 years. Originally established as a German settlement in 1907, Kigali became the capital upon Rwanda’s independence in 1962, replacing the colonial seat of power in Butare.

During the tour, visit the Kandt Museum, experience the charm of old Kigali, explore craft centers, and pay a solemn visit to the genocide memorial site. Gain insights into Rwanda’s history, from pre-colonial times to the 1994 genocide, and learn about how the country has addressed its past, along with a global perspective on other genocides. Witness the remarkable recovery and development in Rwanda, a testament to human resilience. Enjoy lunch in Kigali.

Later in the day, depart from Kigali and embark on a scenic drive to Ruhengeri, a journey of approximately 2.5 hours. Arrive in the early evening at the Volcanoes National Park and settle into the Mountain Gorilla View Lodge for an overnight stay, surrounded by the captivating beauty of the park.

Start your day with a hearty breakfast at the lodge. At 7:00 AM, the registration process begins, a straightforward procedure where park staff assess your fitness level and determine the gorilla group you’ll be visiting. The park staff provides information on trekking times and conditions based on the groups’ locations the previous evening. With a total of 88 gorilla permits available each day and a maximum of eight trekkers per group, the adventure awaits.

Once grouped, your Lead Guide briefs you on trekking procedures and essential “do’s and don’ts” in the presence of gorillas. Following the briefing, return to your respective vehicles for a drive up the mountain to the trek’s starting point.

Gorilla trekking durations vary, ranging from 2 to 6 hours or more, depending on the gorillas’ movement. Guides make regular stops to allow trekkers to rest and capture memorable photos. After the trek, reunite with your driver guide for a transfer back to the lodge, where a well-deserved lunch awaits.

Post-lunch, bid farewell to the foothills of the volcanoes and embark on a scenic drive south to Kigali. Traverse landscapes adorned with coffee, tea, and banana plantations, revealing Rwanda’s breathtaking greenery. Everywhere you look, vibrant green hills characterize Rwanda – truly the land of a thousand fertile green hills. The journey to Kigali takes approximately 2.5 hours. Conclude the day with an overnight stay at Flame Tree Village in Kigali.

Start your day with an early breakfast at your hotel in Moshi. Following this, embark on an exciting journey to Lake Manyara for a full-day safari adventure, complete with picnic lunch boxes.

Experience the wonders of Lake Manyara National Park, known for its diverse wildlife and the famous tree-climbing lions. Engage in a captivating game drive throughout the park, immersing yourself in the natural beauty and observing the unique behaviors of the wildlife. Your exploration continues until the early evening, at which point you depart for Karatu.

Arrive at your lodge in the late afternoon, located in the picturesque Karatu area. Unwind and relax in the tranquil surroundings of the lodge, reflecting on the day’s memorable safari experiences.

Embark on an early morning adventure with a game drive as you descend into the Ngorongoro Crater. Delve into the varied landscapes of this volcanic caldera, which houses an extraordinary blend of forested areas, swamplands, lakes, and expansive grasslands. Known for hosting the densest concentration of wildlife in Africa, the crater promises an unforgettable safari experience.

Throughout the year, the Ngorongoro Crater offers excellent game viewing, as most animals choose to remain within its confines. Keep an eye out for the diverse array of wildlife that calls the crater home. Witness the fascinating sight of Maasai tribesmen guiding their cattle down the steep crater walls for grazing, adding a cultural dimension to your safari.

After a day of exploration, return to the lodge for a delightful dinner and an overnight stay, reminiscing about the day’s remarkable encounters with the wildlife of Ngorongoro.

Embark on a scenic drive from Ngorongoro to Serengeti National Park, with a fascinating stop at Olduvai Gorge en route. This renowned archaeological site, where Louis and Mary Leakey made groundbreaking discoveries, unveils some of humanity’s earliest known ancestral remains. Immerse yourself in the rich history of our evolutionary past.

Savor a delightful lunch at the lodge in Serengeti before indulging in an afternoon game drive across the vast plains of the Serengeti. Marvel at the spectacle of great herds of wildebeest, zebras, and gazelles, or perhaps catch sight of a pride of lions leisurely lounging in the shade. The Serengeti’s endless landscapes promise a memorable safari experience.

As the day concludes, relish dinner and retire for the night at Serengeti Mawe Camp, nestled in the heart of this iconic national park.

Immerse yourself in a full day of exhilarating game viewing within the captivating landscapes of the Serengeti. Experience the wonders of nature as you witness the diverse wildlife that populates this iconic national park. Indulge in delicious meals and spend the night at the Serengeti Mawe Tented Camp, nestled in the heart of the Serengeti National Park.

The Serengeti is renowned for its wildlife populations, with the migration season witnessing a doubling of these numbers. However, even outside of the migration season, the park boasts some of the densest wildlife populations on the African continent throughout the year. Encounter impressive herds of plains game, including buffalo, giraffe, and warthog, as well as a variety of antelope species such as dik dik, bushbuck, waterbuck, eland, impala, and topi. The abundance of prey animals year-round allows predators to establish smaller territories.

The Serengeti is a haven for big cat enthusiasts, offering superb sightings of lions, leopards, and cheetahs. With twelve different lion prides within driving distance of the river, the opportunities for cat sightings are plentiful. Don’t overlook the smaller cats, including caracals, servals, and African wild cats, as they too make their presence known in this extraordinary region of the Serengeti.

Commence your day with a delightful breakfast at your hotel in the Serengeti. Following this, embark on a scenic drive to Tarangire National Park, reaching the destination in time for a satisfying lunch and an afternoon filled with captivating game viewing.

Tarangire National Park is home to a variety of wildlife, including lesser kudu, eland, lions, and gerenuk. The park is renowned for its abundance of baobab trees and is particularly famous for its unique tree-climbing lions. Engage in a thrilling game drive, taking in the scenic beauty and the diverse array of wildlife that calls Tarangire home.

As the day unfolds, retreat to the comfort of Tarangire Maramboi Tented Camp for a delightful dinner and an overnight stay, surrounded by the natural wonders of Tarangire National Park.