Wildebeest Migration, Gorilla Trekking and Victoria Falls Safari.
12,558 USD per person
This 15-Day Gorillas, Wildebeests, and Victoria Falls African Safari offers an immersive experience in the captivating rainforests and savannahs of East and Southern Africa. Embark on a thrilling mountain gorilla trek in the mist-covered jungles of Rwanda's Volcanoes National Park, witness the stunning spectacle of the Great Migration in the Masai Mara, enjoy a well-deserved beach relaxation at Diani Beach, and marvel at the majestic Victoria Falls in Zimbabwe. This ultimate African adventure combines wildlife, nature, and culture into one unforgettable journey.
Trip Summary
Information & Documents
What is Included
- Park fees (For non-residents)
- All activities (Unless labeled as optional)
- All accommodation (Unless listed as upgrade)
- A professional driver/guid
- All transportation (Unless labeled as optional
- All Taxes/VAT
- Meals (As specified in the day-by-day section)
- Drinking water (On all days)
- Gorilla Trekking Permits (1500 USD Per Permit)
- Air tickets from Kigali to Nairobi
- Air tickets from Nairobi to Victoria Falls
What is Excluded
- International flights (From/to home)
- Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
- Tips (Tipping guideline US$10.00 pp per day)
- Personal items (Souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees, etc.)
Arrival in Kigali, Rwanda
Arrival of your flight in Kigali
Accommodation: Heaven Boutique Hotel (Bed and Breakfast)
2:00 PM PICK-UP - 2 hr 15 min
Travel to Volcanoes National Park
Accommodation: Five Volcanoes Lodge (Full Board)
Kigali City Tour and transfer to Volcanoes National Park
Kigali City Tour
Your knowledgeable driver-guide will lead you on a fascinating city tour of Kigali. Explore key sites like the Gisozi Genocide Memorial, and immerse yourself in the vibrant local art and craft market. After lunch, you'll be transferred to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park.
Gorilla Trekking and transfer to Kigali
Embrace the Thrilling Unknown: Your Mountain Gorilla Encounter Awaits
Fuel your excitement with an early morning breakfast at the cozy lodge, surrounded by the verdant Rwandan landscape. As the sun paints the sky with golden hues, your adventure to encounter mountain gorillas begin
Transfer to the Kinigi briefing area, the gateway to Volcanoes National Park. Here, park officials will immerse you in the fascinating world of mountain gorillas and the park’s conservation efforts. They’ll also outline the day’s itinerary and assign you to a group based on your physical abilities and preferences. With anticipation building, embark on your gorilla trek
Fuel your excitement with an early morning breakfast at the cozy lodge, surrounded by the verdant Rwandan landscape. As the sun paints the sky with golden hues, your adventure to encounter mountain gorillas begin
Be prepared for an invigorating adventure! The path may lead you through misty bamboo forests, lush meadows, and rugged volcanic slopes, each step immersing you deeper into the park’s breathtaking beauty. After hours of searching, a glint of silver breaks through the foliage. There they are – the magnificent mountain gorillas, grazing peacefully in their natural habitat. Witness their playful interactions, the silverback's watchful gaze, and the heartwarming bond between mothers and their young. For an hour, immerse yourself in this once-in-a-lifetime encounter, creating memories that will forever shimmer in your heart.
Return to your lodge and savor a delicious lunch as you reflect on the day's extraordinary experienc
Accommodation: Heaven Boutique Hotel (Bed and Breakfast)
2:00 PM PICK-UP - East Africa Time - 4 hr
Travel to Amboseli National Park
East Africa Time
Accommodation: Amboseli Serena Safari Lodge (Full Board)
Transfer to Amboseli National Park
6:30 AM PICK-UP - Central Africa Time
Travel to Kigali International Airport
9:40 AM DEPARTURE - Central Africa Time
Depart from Kigali International Airport (KGL)
Kigali International Airport (KGL)
Check in at KLM venues
12:20 PM ARRIVAL - East Africa Time Arrive at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO)
AIRLINE- RwandAir FLIGHT NUMBER- WB 452 TERMINAL- 1E
Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO)
Full Day Game Drive Amboseli
6:00 AM
Game Drive
Embark on an unforgettable morning game drive through Amboseli National Park. Discover the park's diverse wildlife and breathtaking landscapes, including open plains, lush wetlands, and vibrant savannas. Encounter iconic African animals such as elephants, buffaloes, giraffes, lions, and many more amidst the backdrop of majestic Mount Kilimanjar
Amboseli's unique terrain offers excellent visibility, making it one of the best places in Kenya to experience the thrill of a wildlife safari.
Accommodation: Amboseli Serena Safari Lodge (Full Board)
Transfer to Lake Naivasha
8:00 AM PICK-UP - 6 hr
Travel to Lake Naivasha
Accommodation: Elsamere Lodge (Full Board)
Game Drive at Hell's Gate National Park, and Boat Ride on Lake Naivasha
7:00 AM
Morning Game Drive at Hell's Gate National Park
While Hell's Gate National Park boasts stunning scenery and unique geological features, it isn't known as a prime wildlife safari destination. While African buffalo roam freely here, spotting the other members of the "Big Five" is highly unlik
However, the park still offers exciting opportunities for animal encounters. Giraffe, zebra, eland, hartebeest, and Thomson's gazelle are commonly spotted grazing in the plains. You might also catch a glimpse of olive baboons perched on the cliffs, or with a keen eye, spot the small and agile klipspringer antelope. For the truly observant visitor, the elusive Chanler's mountain reedbuck might even be found grazing on the grassy slopes.
1:00 PM PICK-UP - 4 hr
Travel to Masai Mara National Reserve
Accommodation: Sarova Mara Game Camp (Full Board)
10:00 AM
Boat Ride on Lake Naivasha
Lake Naivasha offers a truly unique experience with refreshing boat rides available in the morning, afternoon, and even the late evening. As you glide across the water, you'll be treated to panoramic views unlike any other
Adding to the allure is a visit to Crescent Island, accessible only by boat. As you approach the island, keep your eyes peeled for wildlife congregating on the lake's shores. You might spot graceful springboks, towering giraffes, powerful cape buffaloes, playful colobus monkeys, and a dazzling array of birds
This boat trip promises a refreshing escape and unforgettable encounters with the diverse wildlife of Lake Naivash
Full Day Game Drive
6:00 AM
Immerse Yourself in the Majesty of Masai Mara National Reserve
Embark on an unforgettable full-day adventure through the awe-inspiring Masai Mara National Reserve. This sprawling savannah wilderness, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is a vibrant tapestry of East Africa's most iconic wildlife
Thrill to the possibility of witnessing the "Big 5" - lions, leopards, elephants, rhinos, and buffaloes - roaming freely across the vast plains. The Mara's abundance of prey, particularly during the Great Migration, attracts these magnificent predators, making it one of the best places in Africa to witness them in their natural habitat.
Accommodation: Sarova Mara Game Camp (Full Board)
Hot Air Balloon and Full Day Game Drive
5:00 AM
Hot Air Balloon Experience
Before the sun even considers peeking over the horizon, your balloon safari ignites the thrill of exploration. Whisked away from the peaceful slumber of Neptune Mara Rianta Luxury Camp, you'll find yourself nestled within a majestic balloon as the Masai Mara sleeps beneath a tapestry of stars. With eyes peeled for nocturnal animals emerging from the darkness, anticipation hums in the air. Then, as the first blush of dawn kisses the sky, your balloon gently rises, promising an hourlong spectacle of the savanna unfolding beneath you.
10:30 AM
Game Drive
Enjoy a full day of game drives in Masai Mara National Reserve.
A breathtaking panoply of East Africa’s wildlife exist the Masai Mara and the much sought after sightings of the "Big 5" is much guaranteed on a game drive. Because of the abundance of prey during the migration season, the reserve is one of the best in Africa for seeing big cats, though sightings of smaller predators like bat-eared fox, black-backed jackal and spotted hyena also is richly rewarding.
1:00 PM PICK-UP - 5 hr
Travel to Nairobi
Accommodation: Double Tree By Hilton (Bed and Breakfast)
12:00 PM
Masai Cultural Tour
This is the land of the Maasai, an ancient pastoralist culture renowned for their warriors, who were once expected to kill a lion to demonstrate their strength and manhood. Recognizable by their red robes and beaded jewelry, the Maasai follow their cattle herds, relocating their settlements in search of water sources and new pastureland. While some Maasai are transitioning away from pastoralism to adapt to modern life, most still uphold their traditional customs, which include elaborate initiation rituals for boys and defined roles for men and women of all ages within the community.
You will have the opportunity to visit a Maasai village for one hour.
Travel to Diani
7:00 AM - East Africa Time
Travel to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport
10:45 AM DEPARTURE - East Africa Time
Depart from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO)
AIRLINE- Jambojet FLIGHT NUMBER- JM 8692 TERMINAL- 1D
Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO)
12:00 PM ARRIVAL - East Africa Time
Arrive at Ukunda Airstrip
AIRLINE- Jambojet FLIGHT NUMBER- JM 8692
Ukunda Airstrip
East Africa Time
Accommodation: Baobab Beach Resort and Spa (Full Board)
Relaxation at the Beach
Spend the day relaxing at the beach
Accommodation: Baobab Beach Resort and Spa (Full Board)
Transfer to Nairobi for your departure flight to South Africa
East Africa Time
Travel to Ukunda Airstrip
12:30 PM DEPARTURE - East Africa Time
Depart from Ukunda Airstrip
AIRLINE- Jambojet FLIGHT NUMBER- JM 8693
Ukunda Airstrip
1:45 PM ARRIVAL - East Africa Time
Arrive at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO)
AIRLINE- Jambojet FLIGHT NUMBER- JM 8693 TERMINAL- 1D
Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO)
9:00 PM DEPARTURE - East Africa Time
Depart from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO)
AIRLINE- Kenya Airways FLIGHT NUMBER- KQ 764 TERMINAL- 1A
Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO)
South Africa Standard Time
Accommodation: Southern Sun O.R Thambo Hotel (Bed and Breakfast)
Transfer to Victoria Falls
12:15 AM ARRIVAL - South Africa Standard Time
Arrive at O. R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)
AIRLINE- Kenya Airways FLIGHT NUMBER- KQ 764 TERMINAL- A
O. R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)
+27 86 727 7888
O.R. Tambo International Airport in Johannesburg is the air transport hub of Southern Africa and caters for more than 18 million passengers each yea
1:45 AM DEPARTURE - South Africa Standard Time
Depart from O. R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)
AIRLINE- South African Airways FLIGHT NUMBER- SA 40 TERMINAL- B
O. R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)
+27 86 727 7888
O.R. Tambo International Airport in Johannesburg is the air transport hub of Southern Africa and caters for more than 18 million passengers each year.
1:20 PM ARRIVAL - Central Africa Time
Arrive at Victoria Falls Airport (VFA)
AIRLINE- South African Airways, FLIGHT NUMBER- SA 40
Victoria Falls Airport (VFA)
4:00 PM - Central Africa Time - 2 hr
Sunset Boat Cruise on the Zambezi River
The Zambezi Sunset Cruise offers a superb opportunity to unwind and soak in the spectacular beauty of the Zambezi River. As the sun descends behind the African skyline, flocks of birds skim the water's surface. Keep an eye out for wildlife, including hippos, crocodiles, and elephants, as well as a diverse array of bird species. This popular cruise includes delicious finger foods, beer, wine, local spirits, and soft drinks
7:00 PM - Central Africa Time
Boma Dinner
Central Africa Time
Accommodation: Victoria Falls Safari Lodge (Half Board)
Victoria Falls Tour and Angels flight over the falls
8:00 AM
Unveiling the Majesty of Victoria Falls: Where Adventure Meets Wonder
Victoria Falls, aptly named "Mosi-oa-Tunya" by the local Batoka people, meaning "the Smoke that Thunders," is not just a waterfall; it's a symphony of nature's power and beauty. This colossal cascade, one of Africa's greatest and most-visited attractions, deserves a place on every adventurer's bucket list
Traditionally included in Southern Africa safari itineraries, Victoria Falls offers more than just breathtaking views. Dubbed "Africa's Adventure Capital," the area pulsates with adrenaline-pumping activities that cater to every thrill seek
Whether you seek heart-pounding adventures or serene moments of awe, Victoria Falls has something for everyone. Immerse yourself in the local culture, explore the bustling markets, or simply soak in the breathtaking scene
So, pack your sense of adventure and prepare to be mesmerized by the magic of Victoria Falls. This natural wonder awaits, ready to paint your travel memories with vibrant hues of wonder and excitement.
12:00 PM - 1 hr 30 min
Soaring Above the Smoke that Thunders: Unveiling the Majesty of Victoria Falls from the Sky
While Victoria Falls, known as "Mosi-oa-Tunya" or "the Smoke that Thunders" by the locals, steals the breath away with its grandeur from any angle, there's one perspective that unveils a hidden layer of magic – the 'Flight of Angels.'
This isn't just a helicopter ride; it's an invitation to truly appreciate the scale and spectacle of Victoria Falls that's impossible to grasp from the ground. As you ascend, the world below seems to transform into a breathtaking tapestry.
7:00 PM
Makuwa Kuwa Dinner
Accommodation: Victoria Falls Safari Lodge (Half Board)
Transfer to Victoria Falls Airport
9:00 AM - 3 hr
Elephant Encounter
The Wild Horizons Elephant Sanctuary and Orphanage is a haven for several rescued and resident African elephants. These magnificent creatures have been cared for in Victoria Falls for many years and previously participated in elephant back safaris. Here, guests can learn about the inception of this crucial conservation program, the dedicated guides who have nurtured the elephants, and the inspiring stories of the elephants themselves.
3:00 PM PICK-UP - 1 hr
Travel to Livingstone Airport (Zambia) for your departure flight.