This 18-day grand tour is the definitive East African experience, covering every major ecosystem in the region. You will traverse the rainforests of Rwanda for primates, witness the “Big Five” in the savannahs of Akagera and the Masai Mara, and explore the diverse landscapes of Kenya—from the volcanic springs of Tsavo to the elephant-rich plains of Amboseli beneath Mount Kilimanjaro.
This 18-day grand tour is the definitive East African experience, covering every major ecosystem in the region. You will traverse the rainforests of Rwanda for primates, witness the “Big Five” in the savannahs of Akagera and the Masai Mara, and explore the diverse landscapes of Kenya—from the volcanic springs of Tsavo to the elephant-rich plains of Amboseli beneath Mount Kilimanjaro.
Airport welcome and VIP transfer to your hotel.
Stay: Kigali Serena Hotel or the Governor’s Residence
Transfer to Nyungwe via the Nyanza King's Palace.
Stay: Nyungwe Top View Hill Hotel or Munazi Eco Lodge
Morning Chimpanzee tracking followed by an afternoon Canopy Walk and Zip-lining.
Stay: Nyungwe Top View Hill Hotel or Munazi Eco Lodge
Drive to Gisenyi via Kibuye. Enjoy the scenic Congo Nile Trail.
Stay: Kivu Serena Hotel
Transfer to Volcanoes National Park. Optional visit to the Dian Fossey Research Center or Iby’iwacu Cultural Village.
Stay: Five Volcanoes Boutique Hotel
Morning briefing at park headquarters followed by the Mountain Gorilla trekking experience. Afternoon at leisure at the hotel.
Stay: Five Volcanoes Boutique Hotel
Transfer to Akagera National Park. Sunset boat trip on Lake Ihema to see hippos and crocodiles.
Stay: Ruzizi Tented Lodge
Full game drive from the south to the north of the park. Exit and return to Kigali.
Stay: Kigali Serena Hotel or the Governor’s Residence
Depart Nairobi for Tsavo West. Afternoon game drive visiting Mzima Springs.
Stay: Kilaguni Serena Safari Lodge (Full Board)
Morning game drive followed by transfer to Amboseli. Afternoon game drive with views of Mt. Kilimanjaro.
Stay: Amboseli Serena Safari Lodge (Full Board)
Morning and afternoon game drives. Observe the large elephant herds and swamp wildlife.
Stay: Amboseli Serena Safari Lodge (Full Board)
Drive to Lake Naivasha. Afternoon boat ride and guided walk on Crescent Island among giraffes and zebras.
Stay: Lake Naivasha Sopa Lodge (Full Board)
Transfer to the Masai Mara for an afternoon game drive in search of the "Big Five."
Stay: Ashnil Mara Camp or Mara Serena Safari Lodge (Full Board)
Full day of game drives with an optional Maasai village cultural visit.
Stay: Ashnil Mara Camp or Mara Serena Safari Lodge (Full Board)
Game drives or optional sunrise hot air balloon safari over the plains.
Stay: Ashnil Mara Camp or Mara Serena Safari Lodge (Full Board)
Drive to Lake Nakuru for an afternoon game drive focusing on the rhino population and leopards.
Stay: Sarova Lion Hill Game Lodge (Full Board)
Return to Nairobi. Afternoon at leisure or optional shopping at the Maasai Market.
Stay: Emara Ole Sereni Hotel (Bed & Breakfast)
Transfer to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport for your international departure.
Included
- Accommodation and meals as specified.
- Park entrance fees and government taxes.
- Private 4x4 safari vehicle with pop-up roof.
- Professional English-speaking driver-guide.
- Unlimited game drives.
- Bottled water and airport transfers.
Excluded
- International flights and visas.
- Travel and medical insurance.
- Drinks (soft drinks and alcohol).
- Hot air balloon safari and optional cultural visits.
- Tips, gratuities, and personal expenses.
