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Not only do you get to trek into the Rwandan jungle to look for the famed mountain gorillas, but you'll then follow this up with a lengthy safari across Tanzania's most famous parks including the Serengeti, Ngorongoro, Tarangire, and more!
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Itinerary In Brief
DAY 1
Kigali - City Tour - Bwindi
Kigali Half Day City Tour
Chameleon Hill Lodge
FB - Dinner, Bed, Breakfast and Lunch
DAY 2
Gorilla Trekking
Gorilla Trekking in Bwindi Forest
Birdnest @ Bunyonyi
B&B - Bed and Breakfast
DAY 3
Lake Bunyonye Canoeing - Kigali - Arusha
FROM: Kigali International Airport DEPT: 0:05
TO: Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) ARR: 0:05
Lake Bunyonyi Canoeing
Transfer to Kigali Airport
Transfer from JRO Airport
Moivaro Lodge
FB - Dinner, Bed, Breakfast and Lunch
DAY 4
Free Day
Moivaro Lodge
FB - Dinner, Bed, Breakfast and Lunch
DAY 5
Arusha - Arusha National Park - Arusha
Arusha National Park Game Drive
Arusha National Park Walking Safari
Moivaro Lodge
FB - Dinner, Bed, Breakfast and Lunch
DAY 6
Arusha - Lake Manyara National Park
Lake Manyara Game Drive
Country Lodge Karatu
FB - Dinner, Bed, Breakfast and Lunch
DAY 7
Lake Manyara - Serengeti National Park
Ngorongoro Transit to Serengeti
Serengeti Central Game Drive
ThornTree Camp
FB - Dinner, Bed, Breakfast and Lunch
DAY 8
Full Day Serengeti National Park
Full Day Serengeti Central Game Drive
ThornTree Camp
FB - Dinner, Bed, Breakfast and Lunch
DAY 9
Serengeti Balloon Safari
Serengeti Balloon Safari
Serengeti Central Game Drive
ThornTree Camp
FB - Dinner, Bed, Breakfast and Lunch
DAY 10
Serengeti - Ngorongoro Conservation Area
Serengeti Game Drive to Ngorongoro
Ngorongoro Wildlife Lodge
FB - Dinner, Bed, Breakfast and Lunch
DAY 11
Ngorongoro Crater
Ngorongoro Crater Game Drive
Lake Eyasi Safari Lodge
FB - Dinner, Bed, Breakfast and Lunch
DAY 12
Lake Eyasi - Tarangire
Lake Eyasi Tour And Cultural Activities
Country Lodge Karatu
FB - Dinner, Bed, Breakfast and Lunch
DAY 13
Tarangire National Park - Arusha
FROM: Arusha Airport (ARK) DEPT: 0:05
TO: Zanzibar Airport ARR: 0:05
Tarangire Game Drive

Day By Day Details

Day 1: Kigali - City Tour - Bwindi
You will be picked up from your Kigali Accommodation or the Airport and proceed to Kigali Half Day City tour. After the City Tour, proceed to Bwindi.

On Your Kigali Half Day City Tour

Our Half Day City Tour is the best way to see and experience Kigali in a short time.



The tour includes a visit Richard king house visit and countryside, a mural walk, a visit to a neighborhood market, fresh milk at a milk bar and more.



The tour ends at the Kigali Marriott Hote...

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DAY ACTIVITIES
  • Kigali Half Day City Tour



Day 2: Gorilla Trekking
The Big Day to explore the Silver Back Gorillas!

On Your Gorilla Trekking in Bwindi Forest
Gorilla trekking safari in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park is done all year round; but with the peak/dry season being the best time to visit. The peak season falls in the dry months of December to February and between June and August. The wet season is in March to May and October to November; trac...
View list of Other Optional Activities in Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National Park
DAY ACTIVITIES
  • Gorilla Trekking in Bwindi Forest



Day 3: Lake Bunyonye Canoeing - Kigali - Arusha
Explore Canoeing at Lake Bunyonye with thrilling views before returning to Kigali for your flight to Arusha.

On Your Lake Bunyonyi Canoeing
Canoeing in Lake Bunyonyi, a Thrilling and refreshing experience.

On Your Transfer to Kigali Airport
You will be picked up by our Driver/Guide and transferred to the Airport for Flight.

On Your Transfer from JRO Airport
You will be picked up by our Driver/Guide from the airport and transferred to your accommodation or start your Safari.
FROM: Kigali International Airport DEPT: 0:05 TO: Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) ARR: 0:05
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View list of Other Optional Activities in Kigali
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DAY ACTIVITIES
  • Lake Bunyonyi Canoeing
  • Transfer to Kigali Airport
  • Transfer from JRO Airport



Day 4: Free Day
On this day you can choose to add day activities that you might be interested in or spend it relaxing and preparing for you upcoming adventurous safari.



Day 5: Arusha - Arusha National Park - Arusha
After breakfast, proceed to Arusha National Park for a Half Day Game Drive and Walking safari with an Armed Ranger.

On Your Arusha National Park Game Drive
Arusha National Park is often overlooked by travelers rushing to the more famous sights of the Ngorongoro Crater and Serengeti. However, with a little time, Arusha National Park offers some lovely walking in the foothills of Mount Meru and canoeing on the Momela Lakes, plus gentle game drives. If yo...

On Your Arusha National Park Walking Safari
Stretch your legs with a guided walking safari through the park. While on your walking safari, you can expect to see endless acres of forest, home to black and white colobus monkeys, zebras, buffalos, and a variety of antelopes. You will also have a chance to observe more than 400 bird species inclu...
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DAY ACTIVITIES
  • Arusha National Park Game Drive
  • Arusha National Park Walking Safari



Day 6: Arusha - Lake Manyara National Park
After breakfast, you will proceed to Lake Manyara for a full day game drive with picnic lunch.

On Your Lake Manyara Game Drive
From the entrance gate, the road winds through an expanse of lush jungle-like groundwater forest where hundred-strong baboon troops lounge nonchalantly along the roadside, blue monkeys scamper nimbly between the ancient mahogany trees, dainty bushbuck tread warily through the shadows, and outsized f...
View list of Other Optional Activities in Lake Manyara National Park
DAY ACTIVITIES
  • Lake Manyara Game Drive



Day 7: Lake Manyara - Serengeti National Park
After breakfast, proceed to the Famous Serengeti National Park for a thrilling Game drive through the Ngorongoro Conservation Area.

On Your Ngorongoro Transit to Serengeti
It is a scenic 4 hours drive towards the Great Serengeti National Park passing through the mist-shrouded rainforests of the Ngorongoro Conservation Area where you might be glimping buffalos, baboons, or even elephants and leopards in the dense undergrowth.

The drive can be accompanied by 2 famous...

On Your Serengeti Central Game Drive
The vast and beautiful Serengeti is one of Africa's most awe-inspiring safari areas. The sheer volume of animals here is extraordinary: estimates suggest around one million wildebeest, hundreds of thousands of zebra and Thomson's gazelle, and tens of thousands of impala, Grant's gazelle, topi, harte...
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View list of Other Optional Activities in Serengeti National Park
DAY ACTIVITIES
  • Ngorongoro Transit to Serengeti
  • Serengeti Central Game Drive



Day 8: Full Day Serengeti National Park
Explore the Serengeti National Park with a Full Day Game Drive.

On Your Full Day Serengeti Central Game Drive

Be one of only a few fortunate people to glide in a Hot Air Balloon over the Serengeti Plains (available at supplementary cost by pre-arrangement). Floating silently above the awakening bush, while spotting wildlife and enjoying the amazing scenery of Africa, across rivers and over numerous small...

View list of Other Optional Activities in Serengeti National Park
DAY ACTIVITIES
  • Full Day Serengeti Central Game Drive



Day 9: Serengeti Balloon Safari
Explore the Serengeti National Park with a balloon Safari thrilling Experience. after the balloon ride continue with game drive.

On Your Serengeti Balloon Safari

Join us in an extraordinary adventure. Float in a hot air balloon over the famous Serengeti National Park with its enchanting scenery and vistas.


This may be the most beautiful area in the world for a balloon flight. There are no power lines, fences and few roads. Our capacity is limite...

View list of Other Optional Activities in Serengeti National Park
DAY ACTIVITIES
  • Serengeti Balloon Safari
  • Serengeti Central Game Drive



Day 10: Serengeti - Ngorongoro Conservation Area
After breakfast, proceed to a game drive in the Serengeti on your way to the Ngorongoro Conservation Area.

On Your Serengeti Game Drive to Ngorongoro
The Adventurous from the Great Serengeti National Park to Ngorongoro Conservation Area is filled with great game viewing of deferent animals. With a great chance of spotting predators like cheetahs, Lions, leopards and thousands of wildebeests and zebras migrating accompanied with giraffes, elephan...
View list of Other Optional Activities in Serengeti National Park
DAY ACTIVITIES
  • Serengeti Game Drive to Ngorongoro



Day 11: Ngorongoro Crater
After breakfast, you will descend in the Ngorongoro Crater for a thrilling game drive with picnic lunch at the famous hippo pool.

On Your Ngorongoro Crater Game Drive
Declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1978, the Ngorongoro Crater has easily earned its fabled reputation as one Africa's greatest natural wonders. The habitats on the crater floor are diverse, the wildlife varied and the concentration of animals is especially dense.

Short-grass plains thrive ...
View list of Other Optional Activities in Ngorongoro Conservation Area
DAY ACTIVITIES
  • Ngorongoro Crater Game Drive



Day 12: Lake Eyasi - Tarangire
You will wake up early in the morning to experience Hunting with the Hadzabe. Return to your accommodation for breakfast and proceed with exploring Tanzanias most Iconic Traditions and Cultures in Lake Eyasi.

On Your Lake Eyasi Tour And Cultural Activities

you will be introduced to the extraordinary people who belong to an indigenous tribe known as the ‘Hadzabe’ (hunter-gatherer bushmen). The tribe inhabits the shores of Lake Eyasi as do the Nilotic-speaking Datoga tribe.



Early morning we depart to the village for local hunting exper...

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DAY ACTIVITIES
  • Lake Eyasi Tour And Cultural Activities



Day 13: Tarangire National Park - Arusha
After breakfast, proceed to Tarangire National Park for a half day game drive with picnic lunch. Afternoon proceed to Arusha Airport for your flight to Zanzibar.

On Your Tarangire Game Drive
Tarangire National Park covers an undulating area of 2,600km2, between the plains of the Maasai Steppe to the south-east, and the lakes of the Great Rift Valley to the north and west. The northern part of Tarangire is dominated by the perennial Tarangire River, which flows north and west until it le...
FROM: Arusha Airport (ARK) DEPT: 0:05 TO: Zanzibar Airport ARR: 0:05
View list of Other Optional Activities in Tarangire National Park
DAY ACTIVITIES
  • Tarangire Game Drive

Itinerary Accommodations

Chameleon Hill Lodge Day 1

This exclusive, colorful and vibrant lodge enjoys spectacular views across Lake Mutanda with the Virunga Volcanoes as a magnificent backdrop.

Each chalet flaunts its own identity and color scheme along with high quality, hand made furnishings that boast a unique Euro-African style.

The lodge offers a special blend of comfort and relaxation, where attention to detail and personalized service are paramount. As well as being the perfect base to visit the mountain gorillas, one can also enjoy a trip on the hand built boat available for excursions.

If in need of a little pampering, our masseur is also on hand to spoil you.

The kitchen is famous for its mouth-watering food. Specialities include bread, slowly baked in our wood fired oven, homemade muesli with hand picked ingredients and the freshest fruits and vegetables from our very own organic garden.

The Ugandan roads can take their toll and after bumping around for a few days on safari many guests need time to lie back and unwind. Chameleon Hill provides plenty of comfy spots and peaceful places where guests can relax. From the wooden deck overlooking the lake to the verandah in your private little garden, there will always be space to put your feet up, unwind and relax.


Birdnest @ Bunyonyi Day 2

WELCOME TO THE BIRDNEST EXPERIENCE.

Bed&Breakfast - Lunch - Dinner - Party's - Conferences - Marriages - Meetings - Relaxing
• Hotel - Campsite - Cottages
• Swimming (pool and lake)
• Loungebar with DSTV
• Restaurant with local and
international dishes
• Gorilla tracking (Bwindi)
• Birdwatching - Nature walks
• Traditional dance & Gospel
• Free WIFI for hotel guests


Moivaro Lodge Day 3 - 5

Welcome to Moivaro Coffee Plantation Lodge & Estate, the lodge where you will stay in a charming atmosphere and enjoy every comfort you need.

Moivaro Lodge is situated right in the heart of beautiful, natural scenery and yet is only 7 km from the town of Arusha: an ideal spot to enjoy the impressive flora and fauna of East Africa.

At Moivaro Lodge we will ensure that you are looked after in a unique, friendly and peaceful manner, helping you to prepare for your safaris and cosseting you on your return in the evening. Our spacious thatched brick cottages are set in a lovely tropical garden, with private verandas ensuring every visitor all the privacy needed. Relax and enjoy the beautiful views of Mount Meru from the comfortable veranda, go for a stroll around the Moivaro property, or laze at the pool nestling in the midst of tropical trees and coffee plants.

As a daily activity we arrange the Moivaro Village Walk. A unique opportunity to see everyday life in Tanzania and make closer contact with the local people. You can visit a local banana brewery and sample its beer; or hear the story of a local eccentric, and marvel at the tree house he fashioned for himself. A walk is typically 2 hours long and can involve a climb up Oldonyo Maas Hill for those looking for a more demanding experience.


Country Lodge Karatu Day 6

Located on the outskirts of Karatu, a quaint country town on the Great Escarpment, midway between Lake Manyara and the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, Country Lodge is situated in the centre of Northern Tanzania’s green belt district and farming community.

Country Lodge Karatu symbolizes simple country comforts, providing pleasant and affordable lodging in the heart of Tanzania’s rich and scenic highlands. We are the ideal ‘Stepping Stone’ for safaris into Ngorongoro Crater and beyond, as well as other travellers visiting the area.


ThornTree Camp Day 7 - 9

The latest in Bougainvillea Group of Lodges’ group of camps and lodges, ThornTree Camp is a classic tented safari camp located in Seronera area of Serengeti National Park, about fifteen minutes from the Seronera airstrip and visitor’s centre. The camp is open year round; offering traditional Tanzanian hospitality and great food.

The camp is permanently based in central Serengeti, in the Seronera Valley, home to year-round wildlife due to the constant presence of water. This area is famous for spotting lion, leopard and large herds of elephant. Views from the campsite look across onto Banagi Hill and classic vistas of the Serengeti Plains.

The entire camp is powered by solar including hot water and electricity.


Ngorongoro Wildlife Lodge Day 10

Ngorongoro Crater is often referred to as the Eighth Wonder of the World…
A large caldera 600 meters deep, that hosts the most unique ecosystem on Earth, with 20,000 large grazing mammals and the largest concentration of predators on Earth playing a key role in the maintenance of the ecological balance.



Ngorongoro Wildlife Lodge is strategically perched on the rim of this 'Garden of Eden', affording unbelievable views plunging down over the crater floor, 7,500 feet above sea level.

The Lodge is elegantly built mainly from natural stone and local wood, harmoniously merging with its natural surroundings, and it is provided with panoramic windows that encompass superb views of the Crater’s great bowl.


From its privileged position, all the Lodge’s 80 rooms afford breathtaking uninterrupted views, and the open–air terrace of the Rhino Lounge Bar offers superb panoramic views of the whole Crater.

Ngorongoro Wildlife Lodge invites you to an unforgettable safari experience from its privileged location, both for game viewing and scenery. Ngorongoro is: 185 km from Arusha, 60 km from Lake Manyara Wildlife Lodge, 145 km from Seronera Wildlife Lodge and 225 km from Lobo Wildlife Lodge.


Lake Eyasi Safari Lodge Day 11

Located on a gentle slope, Lake Eyasi Safari Lodge offers stunning views over the seasonal soda lake and up to the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Sixteen tastefully furnished spacious rooms are located within the large property, each with a private verandah overlooking the lake. The décor blends elements from the surrounding landscape with modern comfort.


Country Lodge Karatu Day 12

Located on the outskirts of Karatu, a quaint country town on the Great Escarpment, midway between Lake Manyara and the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, Country Lodge is situated in the centre of Northern Tanzania’s green belt district and farming community.

Country Lodge Karatu symbolizes simple country comforts, providing pleasant and affordable lodging in the heart of Tanzania’s rich and scenic highlands. We are the ideal ‘Stepping Stone’ for safaris into Ngorongoro Crater and beyond, as well as other travellers visiting the area.


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Includes and Excludes

What Is Included
All Accommodations on Safari
Airport Transfers
All Meals on Safari
4x4 Specialised Safari Vehicle
Professional English Speaking Guide
Volcanoes National Park Gorilla Permits
Water Coffee and Tea
Flying Doctors
Prices Quoted in USD per person sharing
What is Excluded
Entry Visas
Laundry
Travel Insurance
Tips and Gratitudes
Optional Activities
Optional Activities List Per Destination
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View list of Other Activities in Lake Bunyonyi
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View list of Other Activities in Lake Manyara National Park
View list of Other Activities in Ngorongoro Conservation Area
View list of Other Activities in Serengeti National Park
View list of Other Activities in Lake Eyasi
View list of Other Activities in Tarangire National Park
GETTING THERE...
Fly to/from Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO - Check Price) near Arusha. Or fly to/from Arusha Airport (ARK - Check Price) via Dar es Salaam or Nairobi (Kenya). If planning to explore Zanzibar, Zanzibar Airport (ZNZ - Check Price).
Fly to/from Kigali Airport (KGL - Check Price)
We Can Easily Arrange your Airport Transfers and pick you up from the airport and proceed to Safari/tour
Additional Accommodation before and at the end of the tour can be arranged as well