19 Day Kenya Safari Exploration with Rwanda & Zanzibar

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1 Kigali, 3 Volcanoes National Park, 3 Nairobi, 2 Samburu National Reserve, 1 Aberdare National Park, 1 Lake Naivasha, 2 Masai Mara National Reserve, 2 Stone Town, 2 Nungwi
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Overview

Trip type
Small Group Tour
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Moderate
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Highlights

    • Embark on a gorilla trek in Rwanda's Volcanoes National Park Take a guided forest trek in search of Golden monkeys in the highland forests of Volcanoes National Park Visit the Daphne Sheldrick Elephant Orphanage, the world's most successful orphan elephant rescue center At the Giraffe Centre, hand-feed elegant Rothschild giraffes from an elevated platform Enjoy personal game drive experiences in safari vehicles that seat no more than seven Explore Samburu National Park, known for its unique wildlife Enjoy leisurely game viewing at one of Kenya's iconic tree lodges Travel to Lake Nakuru National Park, known for its superb birdlife Test your luck and see how many of the "Big Five" you'll spot in the magical Masai Mara National Reserve Explore Stone Town, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, the cultural center of the Zanzibar Archipelago Enjoy a sunset cruise on a traditional wooden dhow Explore Jozani-Chwaka Bay National Park, home to the endangered Zanzibar red colobus monkey Tour a working spice plantation to learn about the crops of the Spice Islands †Transfers are available for purchase for land only or on alternative flight dates

What's this trip about?

    1 Kigali, 3 Volcanoes National Park, 3 Nairobi, 2 Samburu National Reserve, 1 Aberdare National Park, 1 Lake Naivasha, 2 Masai Mara National Reserve, 2 Stone Town, 2 Nungwi

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Itinerary focusClassic Highlights
Group sizeSmall Group - 24 max
Age range18 years and up
Flights and transportAll internal ground transport included
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Travel Themes

  • Nature & Wildlife
  • 50 Plus

Destinations

Trip includes

    • Small groups of maximum 22 travelers guaranteed Flights New York-Kigali, Dar es Salaam-New York Other departure cities available. Click on date of departure for selection and prices Airline taxes & fuel surcharges All intra-flights: Kigali-Nairobi, Nairobi-Zanzibar & Zanzibar-Dar es Salaam 17 nights accommodations
    • 1 night Kigali 3 nights Volcanoes National Park 3 nights Nairobi 2 nights Samburu National Reserve 1 night Aberdare National Park 1 night Lake Naivasha 2 nights Masai Mara National Reserve 2 nights Stone Town 2 nights Nungwi Hotel taxes, fees & service charges Hotel porterage All transfers included only with airfare purchase on package arrival & departure dates† 44 meals: 17 breakfasts, 12 lunches, 15 dinners Sightseeing per itinerary in modern 4x4 vehicles Services of English-speaking driver-guide throughout National Park fees Golden monkey and gorilla trekking permits

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Itinerary

DAY 1, Sunday - Depart for Rwanda
Depart for Rwanda

DAY 2, Monday - Arrive in Kigali
Arrive in Kigali, capital city of Rwanda, and transfer to your hotel. Time to settle in before dinner tonight Overnight: Kigali Meals: Dinner

DAY 3, Tuesday - Kigali City Tour
This morning, take a tour of the city. Visit the Kandt House Museum, explore the local craft market and visit the Kigali Genocide Memorial site where you learn about Rwanda's genocide. Later, travel to Musanze. Upon arrival, head to the Karisoke Research Center (Diane Fo...
DAY 4, Wednesday - The Gorilla Trek
After breakfast, assemble for a briefing by experienced rangers before embarking on the gorilla trek. Your group will be guided through the rough terrain of the foothills of the Virunga Volcanoes in search of one of the park's habituated gorilla families. The trek will l...
DAY 5, Thursday - Golden Monkey Tracking
Today, head to the highland forests of Volcanoes National Park in search of the endangered Golden monkeys that live in the bamboo vegetation toward the base of the volcanoes. During the trek, you will come across other types of wildlife. Upon encounter, you will have tim...
DAY 6, Friday - Flight to Nairobi
This morning, travel back to Kigali and arrive in time for lunch at a local restaurant. Afterward, transfer to the airport for your flight to Nairobi, Kenya. Arrive and check into the hotel, followed by time at leisure Overnight: Nairobi Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

DAY 7, Saturday - Elephant Orphanage and Giraffe Centre
After an orientation meeting with your Tour Manager, depart for a visit to the Daphne Sheldrick Elephant Orphanage* to learn about how the orphan elephants, raised by the orphanage, are later released into the wild. Elephant calves are brought here from all over the coun...
DAY 8, Sunday - Evening Game Drive in Samburu National Park
Travel north this morning towards Samburu National Park, a spectacular 60-square-mile reserve known for its unique wildlife, rarely found in other Kenyan parks. Here, view different species of giraffe, zebra, beisa oryx and the long-necked gerenuk, along with lion, cheet...
DAY 9, Monday - Morning & Afternoon Game Drives in Samburu National Park
Morning game drive today in the midst of this rugged and beautiful semi-arid desert of northern Kenya. Perhaps you'll see a lion, ostrich, or even a family of elephants wandering the hills. After lunch at the lodge, an afternoon drive takes you to a different area of the...
DAY 10, Tuesday - Game Viewing in Aberdare National Park
Today, travel southwest to the heart of Aberdare National Park. Arrive at The Ark, one of Kenya's iconic tree lodges. The Ark is designed with layers of decks overlooking a floodlit watering hole and salt lick that attracts a huge amount of wildlife all day and night. Th...
DAY 11, Wednesday - Game Drive in Lake Nakuru National Park
Today, explore Lake Nakuru National Park, dominated by the shallow waters of the lake at its center, best known for its pink flamingos, white rhino, lion, and the elusive leopard. The birdlife here is absolutely superb, with over 450 species recorded - at certain times o...
DAY 12, Thursday - Afternoon Game Drive in the Masai Mara National Reserve
Early drive to the magical Masai Mara National Reserve in the southwest corner of Kenya, renowned for its spectacular game viewing. The breathtaking savannahs of the park are a stunning backdrop to a diverse and abundant wildlife population throughout the entire year. Lu...
DAY 13, Friday - Morning & Afternoon Game Drives in the Masai Mara National Reserve
A fabulous sunrise experience! Arise before dawn to participate in today's optional Hot Air Balloon Safari. Take off in a hot air balloon as you watch the breathtaking sunrise over the Masai Mara. Drift above the beautiful landscape, watching wild game roam the vast plai...
DAY 14, Saturday - Travel to Nairobi
Depart the Mara this morning and return to bustling Nairobi. Upon arrival in the early afternoon, bid farewell to your Kenyan guide. Spend the rest of the day and evening at leisure in this energetic city Overnight: Nairobi Meals: Breakfast

DAY 15, Sunday - Stone Town, Sunset Dhow Cruise
After breakfast, transfer to the airport for your flight to Zanzibar. Upon arrival, transfer to the hotel in Stone Town, where you will be introduced to the historic capital of the Zanzibar Archipelago by your local host. The afternoon is at leisure to stroll through the...
DAY 16, Monday - Tour of Stone Town, Jozani-Chwaka Bay National Park
This morning, enjoy a guided walking tour of Stone Town, famous for its Swahili architecture, a maze of narrow alleyways, ornate wooden doors, and many historical buildings*. After lunch at a local restaurant, head to Jozani-Chwaka Bay National Park, home to a number of ...
DAY 17, Tuesday - Mtoni Palace Ruins, Spice Farm, Kidichi Persian Baths
Journey to the western coast of Zanzibar to visit the ruins of Mtoni Palace, birthplace of Princess Salme, the youngest daughter of Sultan Said. Tour the grounds of the palace and enjoy a traditional coffee ceremony. A short drive takes you to one of the beautiful old Om...
DAY 18, Wednesday - Day at Leisure
Today is at leisure to discover on your own. Relax, rejuvenate, enjoy your beautiful surroundings and treasure your last day in this paradise. This evening, savor a delicious dinner at the resort Overnight: Nungwi Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

DAY 19, Thursday - Depart Tanzania
Transfer to the airport for your flight to Dar es Salaam, where you will connect to your departure flight. Please select flights that depart no earlier than 3 PM Meals: Breakfast

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Last Updated: 12/20/2023

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    • Not Included:Zanzibar Infrastructure Tax of $1 per person per night (payable locally), optional tours and gratuities.

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