On this 10 Days Gorillas and Big Five Rwanda Safari, you will also get the chance to travel on a lengthy safari through Tanzania’s most famous parks, including the Serengeti, Ngorongoro, Tarangire, and others, in addition to hiking through the Rwandan jungle in pursuit of the famed mountain gorillas. Enquire Now Taking your time and exploring all that East Africa has to offer is the best course of action.
Detailed Itinerary.
Day 1: Kigali – Transfer to Musanze
Our company representative will greet you when you arrive in Kigali and start the 90-minute drive to Musanze, the second-largest city in Rwanda. Musanze, a vibrant town with a wide range of dining and entertainment options, is situated in the foothills around the well-known Volcanoes National Park. You could have time to see the Iby Iwacu Cultural Village or the neighbouring Twin Lakes, depending on when you arrive. This will mark the start of the 10 Days Gorillas and Big Five Rwanda Safari.
Meals: (Lunch, Dinner).
Day 2: Gorilla Trekking in Volcanoes National Park
After an early breakfast at your accommodation, you will meet your guides at the Volcanoes National Park headquarters. Following the briefing, you will start your once-in-a-lifetime journey to track the mysterious mountain gorillas. Trekking through the mountain forest at quite high altitudes can take anywhere from two to six hours, depending on the location of the gorilla family and the weather. As a result, there is no assurance that your tracking experience will be lengthy or challenging. It is highly advised that people who want to participate in the adventure be in good physical condition.
Once you’ve located the gorillas, you will be given an hour of up-close interaction with them, making it one of the most unforgettable experiences you’ll probably ever have. You will have the honour of being within a few meters of a family of these uncommon and exquisite creatures, witnessing their family dynamics and learning a little bit about each gorilla’s unique personality in peaceful seclusion. Once your walk is over, you’ll head back to your resort to unwind.
Meals: (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner).
Day 3: Golden Monkey Tracking in Volcanoes National Park
Today is a more laid-back day with two activities to let you recover from the excitement of gorilla trekking. You will begin your day by returning to Volcanoes National Park to see the gregarious and gregarious golden monkeys, who are another of its inhabitants. Before heading back to your accommodation for lunch, you will spend the morning watching these acrobatic primates. In order to gain a deeper understanding of Rwandan culture, you should visit the adjacent Iby Iwacu Cultural Village in the afternoon. Through a variety of entertaining and engaging displays, this replica hamlet, staffed by former poachers, educates guests to Rwandan history, medicine, food, and traditional dancing. Then, you will spend the night in Musanze.
Meals: (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner).
Day 4: Transfer to Kigali – Fly to Arusha in Tanzania.
You will return to Kigali in time for lunch in the Rwandan capital before participating in a free city tour that includes the Genocide Memorial, the Presidential Palace Museum, and the local craft markets. Having lunch at the famous Mille Collines Hotel (Hotel Rwanda) is another highlight of your day. You will fly to Tanzania’s Kilimanjaro Airport in the afternoon or early evening and stay overnight in Arusha.
Meals: (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner).
Day 5: Transfer to Lake Manyara National Park.
After breakfast, you’ll leave Arusha to make the drive to Lake Manyara National Park. We will travel through the market town of Mto Wa Mbu during the roughly two-hour trek. This market for fresh fruit and agriculture is a treasure trove of local traditions and a haven for souvenir seekers. You will enter Lake Manyara National Park following a quick visit to the town market. The park boasts some of the world’s best game watching and is a photographer’s paradise. Many of Africa’s most famous creatures will be visible, but the tree-climbing lions are a special treat. These arrogant predators nearly ask to be photographed as they relax on acacia trees.
With a vast array of species on exhibit in the park, Lake Manyara is a true delight for birdwatchers. Large groups of flamingos, circling birds of prey, and the vividly coloured lilac-breasted roller are sure to astonish even the most inexperienced visitor. After that, you will head to your selected lodging for dinner and a restful night’s sleep.
Meals: (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner).
Day 6: Lake Manyara National Park – Transfer to Serengeti National Park.
You have an exciting day of discovery and adventure ahead of us, so you will eat an early breakfast. We’ll start the day with a beautiful drive into the Serengeti. You may be fortunate enough to spot cape buffalo, baboons, or perhaps elephants and leopards in the thick undergrowth as we travel through the mist-covered rainforests of the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. The drive to the entrance of the Serengeti park takes almost four hours.
It’s time to explore the Serengeti itself after enjoying a delectable lunch at the picnic spot in Serengeti National Park. Be astounded by the sheer quantity of animals that graze these grassy plains as you take in Africa’s famous savannah scenery. In accordance with the standards and the kind of lodging we requested from our alternatives, we will have dinner and spend the night in the centre of Serengeti National Park.
Meals: (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner).
Day 7: Full Day in Serengeti National Park.
You begin your day by rising early in order to go on a game drive at sunrise. You will see the contrastingly placid hippos making their way back to their aquatic homes with their families, hunt for leopards and lions, and spend your mornings accompanied by the lovely singing of the birds. Your safari could perhaps want to incorporate a champagne breakfast and a morning hot air balloon tour. Ask your safari specialist how to accomplish this.
After breakfast, you’ll pack a lunch and head off to continue exploring the park. In order to maximise your chances of seeing the Serengeti’s varied wildlife, your driver will customise your day by choosing the ideal route based on the season and the types of animals you want to view. Dinner and overnight stay in the Serengeti National Park, based on the accommodations we wanted and the standards set by our options.
Meals: (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner).
Day 8: Transfer to Ngorongoro Conservation Area.
After breakfast, you head back towards the National Park’s Ngorongoro Crater. We return across the Serengeti on a new path for our drive, which gives you lots of chances to see the creatures that you missed on day two. From gazelles and bouncing antelopes to tall and elegant giraffes, the formidable African elephant, the most revered group of animals, the predators, and wildebeests and zebras moving together, you may view thousands and thousands of animals in herds.
You will have the chance to spot lean cheetahs and shy leopards, foraging hyenas, and last but not least, the king himself; the lion. Dinner and overnight on the rim of the Ngorongoro Crater or in nearby Karatu Town according to the standard and the type of accommodation requested from our options.
Meals: (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner).
Day 9: Full Day in Ngorongoro Crater.
You will leave for Ngorongoro Crater, which is regarded by some as the Eighth Wonder of the World, after breakfast. You’ll see why this caldera has such a high reputation as soon as you catch your first glance of it from the panoramic vista. One of the world’s most popular safari locations, the Ngorongoro Conservation Area is home to more than 120 mammal species, including the legendary Big Five. In addition to seeing many of hippopotamus soaking in the cold water, it’s a great spot to spot endangered black rhinoceroses savouring a solitary lunch on the grass plains.
Observe and take pictures of some of Africa’s most recognisable faces from the comfort of your open-top car. Predators including as lions, leopards, cheetahs, jackals, and hyenas, as well as a sizable population of wildebeest, zebras, antelope, cape buffalo, and others, can be found in the crater. Indeed, it is among the best safari places in Africa. Following the day’s excitement and thrills, you will enjoy a picnic lunch near the park’s well-known hippo pool. In the evening, you will head back to your Karatu lodgings for dinner and relaxation.
Meals: (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner).
Day 10: Transfer to Tarangire National Park – Return to Arusha – Departure.
You’ll leave your lodging early in order to travel south to Tarangire, where you’ll spend the day exploring Tanzania’s most overlooked national park. You will observe the namesake Tarangire river, which is bordered by baobab and acacia trees, where game wanders all day long. In a short period of time, you can witness dozens of different species since thousands of animals from the Masai steppe move to the Tarangire region in search of water during the dry season. The Greater Kudu, the Ashy Starling, and the Fringe-Eared Oryx are among the endangered species that are unique to the park.
Unmatched views of the Tarangire River can be seen while having a picnic at one of the park’s picnic spots. If you give the local monkey population the chance, they will be more than delighted to steal a delicious treat, so keep a watch on your food. Late afternoon will see you travel to Arusha and get to the airport in time for your departure home.
Meals: (Breakfast, Lunch).
End of the 10 Days Gorillas and Big Five Rwanda Safari.
The 10 Days Gorillas and Big Five Rwanda Safari includes;
- 1 Gorilla Permit per person.
- 1 Golden Monkey Permit per person.
- Wildlife Game Drives.
- Transportation in a 4WD safari vehicle.
- Services of an English-speaking tour guide.
- Park Entrance Fees.
- Bottled water in the car.
- Accommodation and Meals as per itinerary.
- Government Taxes.
However, the 10 Days Gorillas and Big Five Rwanda Safari cost excludes; Air Fare, Visa fees, personal shopping bills, travel insurance, tips to local guides, souvenirs, items of personal nature such as laundry, cigarettes and items not listed as included in the cost.