15-Day Gorilla Trekking, Culture Tour, Wildlife Safari

Highlights

This 15-day private safari combines the best of Rwanda and Tanzania, offering a once-in-a-lifetime blend of adventure, wildlife, cultural immersion, and beach relaxation. The journey begins in Dar es Salaam, with a flight to Rwanda for an unforgettable gorilla trekking experience in Volcanoes National Park, paired with a scenic canoe ride on the Twin Lakes and a local cultural village visit. Returning to Tanzania, the tour continues with a classic wildlife safari across Tarangire, the Serengeti, and the Ngorongoro Crater, offering the chance to see the Big Five and experience varied landscapes, including an optional hot air balloon safari over the Serengeti. After the safari, the trip winds down on the island of Zanzibar, featuring a guided tour of Stone Town, a boat trip to Prison Island, a relaxing stay at Paje Beach, and a spice farm visit before departure. The package includes gorilla permits, internal flights, park fees, private guided safaris, accommodation, most meals, and cultural activities, ensuring a well-rounded and fully supported experience from arrival to departure.

Details Itinerary

Arrive at Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR). Meet your local team for a short briefing, then transfer to your hotel for dinner and overnight stay.

Accommodation: Chelsea Hotel

Early morning pickup and airport transfer (2:00 AM). Catch your flight to Kigali (Departs 04:20 AM). On arrival (05:50 AM), transfer to Musanze near Volcanoes National Park. After lunch, enjoy a scenic canoe ride on the Twin Lakes.

Accommodation: Mountain Gorilla View Lodge

Early breakfast, then head to Volcanoes National Park HQ for a pre-trek briefing. Enjoy a once-in-a-lifetime Gorilla Trekking experience, spending one hour with a gorilla family in the wild. After lunch, visit a local village for cultural interaction.

Accommodation: Mountain Gorilla View Lodge

Transfer back to Kigali and fly to Dar es Salaam (12:50 PM), then connect to Kilimanjaro Airport. Upon arrival, transfer to your Arusha lodge.

Accommodation: Lake Duluti Serena Lodge

Drive to Tarangire National Park. Enjoy lunch at your lodge, followed by an evening game drive. The park is known for baobab trees and large herds of elephants.

Accommodation: Tarangire Safari Lodge

Enjoy a full-day game drive through the park, with chances to see elephants, zebras, oryx, wildebeest, buffalo, and over 550 bird species.
Accommodation: Tarangire Safari Lodge

Travel via Ngorongoro Conservation Area to Serengeti National Park. Arrive in the Seronera region for lunch, then enjoy a game drive in the afternoon.

Accommodation: Serengeti Serena Hotel

Drive north toward the Lobo area and Grumeti River. Enjoy game viewing in a less-visited region with abundant resident wildlife. Optional hot air balloon safari available ($550 per person).

Accommodation: Serengeti Bush Safari Tented Camp

Game drive through the Wagakuria area, known for migration crossings at the Mara River (seasonal). Spot giraffes, elephants, buffalo, and predators in this scenic and wildlife-rich region.

Accommodation: Serengeti Bush Safari Tented Camp

Morning drive through the Serengeti with a stop at Olduvai Gorge. Optional Maasai village visit included. Continue to Ngorongoro for dinner and overnight.

Accommodation: Ngorongoro Serena Lodge

Descend into the Ngorongoro Crater for a full-day game drive. See rhinos, lions, elephants, and herds of antelope. Later, transfer to Kilimanjaro Airport for your evening flight to Zanzibar. Upon arrival, transfer to your Stone Town hotel.

Accommodation: Tembo House, Stone Town

Enjoy a relaxed breakfast, then a guided Stone Town walking tour. Visit historical sites and markets. In the afternoon, take a boat trip to Prison Island for swimming, snorkeling, and tortoise viewing.

Accommodation: Tembo House, Stone Town

After breakfast, transfer to the north-east coast of Zanzibar and check in at your beachside hotel.

Accommodation: Villa Serenity, Paje Beach

Spend the day at leisure enjoying the beach, ocean breeze, and optional water activities.

Accommodation: Villa Serenity, Paje Beach

Depending on your flight schedule, visit a local spice farm before transferring to the Zanzibar airport. If needed, domestic transfer to Dar es Salaam can be arranged to connect with international flights.

Inclusions :

 

  • Gorilla trekking permit (Rwanda)
  • All park entrance fees
  • All local flights (Rwanda to Tanzania, and mainland to Zanzibar)
  • All accommodations as per itinerary
  • All meals as listed
  • Game drives with English-speaking guide
  • Private 4×4 safari vehicle with pop-up roof
  • Stone Town and Prison Island tours
  • Twin Lake canoe ride
  • Spice farm visit
  • Drinking water during safari
  • 1-month Flying Doctors emergency insurance
  • All airport transfers
  • VAT and government taxes

Exclusions:

  • International flights to/from home
  • Travel visas (Rwanda and Tanzania)
  • Tips and gratuities
  • Personal items (laundry, souvenirs, etc.)
  • Alcoholic and soft drinks
  • Optional excursions not listed in the itinerary
  • Airport departure taxes

Prices

ValidityNumber of GuestsPrice Per Person (USD)
Mar 22, 2023 โ€“ Jun 30, 20311 Guest$13,540
Mar 22, 2023 โ€“ Jun 30, 20312 Guests$10,740
Mar 22, 2023 โ€“ Jun 30, 20313 Guests$10,350
Mar 22, 2023 โ€“ Jun 30, 20314 Guests$10,100
Mar 22, 2023 โ€“ Jun 30, 20315 Guests$9,730
Mar 22, 2023 โ€“ Jun 30, 20316 Guests$9,650
Mar 22, 2023 โ€“ Jun 30, 20317 Guests$9,750
Mar 22, 2023 โ€“ Jun 30, 20318 Guests$9,700

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