Itinerary at a ​Glance

Day 1: Arrival in Kigali, Rwanda

• Arrive at Kigali International Airport, where your guide will welcome you.
• Explore Kigali Genocide Memorial for historical insights.
• Visit local craft markets and art galleries.
• Overnight stay in a boutique hotel in Kigali.

Day 2: Transfer to Volcanoes National Park

• Scenic drive (approx. 2.5 hours) to Volcanoes National Park in Musanze.
• Visit Iby’Iwacu Cultural Village for a glimpse into traditional Rwandan life.
• Enjoy a relaxing evening at your lodge with views of the Virunga Mountains.

Day 3: Gorilla Trekking Adventure

• Early morning gorilla trekking—hike through lush rainforests to encounter a mountain gorilla family up close.
• Spend an unforgettable hour observing their behaviors.
• Afternoon visit to the Dian Fossey Research Center or relaxation at your lodge.
• Overnight stay at your lodge in Volcanoes National Park.

Day 4: Golden Monkey Trek & Transfer to Kenya

• Morning golden monkey trekking in the bamboo forests.
• Transfer back to Kigali for a flight to Nairobi, Kenya.
• Arrive at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, transfer to your hotel.
• Overnight stay in Nairobi.

Day 5: Lake Nakuru National Park – Safari & Birdwatching

• Drive (approx. 3 hours) to Lake Nakuru National Park, famous for its flamingos, rhinos, and leopards.
• Enjoy an afternoon game drive, spotting buffaloes, zebras, and Rothschild giraffes.
• Overnight stay at a safari lodge near Lake Nakuru.

Day 6: Maasai Mara National Reserve – Big Five Safari

• Morning drive (approx. 5 hours) to Maasai Mara, Kenya’s most famous safari destination.
• Afternoon game drive, looking for lions, elephants, cheetahs, and wildebeest.
• Relax at a luxury safari camp inside the Maasai Mara.

Day 7: Full-Day Safari in Maasai Mara

• Sunrise game drive, capturing the Big Five and other iconic wildlife.
• Optional hot air balloon safari over the savannah at dawn.
• Afternoon visit to a Maasai village for cultural interactions.
• Sunset relaxation at your lodge in Maasai Mara.

Day 8: Return to Nairobi & Departure

• Morning scenic drive back to Nairobi.
• Depending on your flight, visit the Giraffe Center or David Sheldrick Elephant Orphanage.
• Transfer to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport for departure.

Experience the best of both worlds—gorilla trekking in Rwanda’s lush forests and thrilling safaris in Kenya’s legendary parks!