Gorillas & Tanzanian Safari

15 days - from $7410

Visit the amazing mountain gorillas before embarking on a classic Tanzanian safari that includes four spectacular wildlife reserves Our journey begins in the tiny nation of Rwanda, deep in the heart of Africa, where we spend a day trekking to see endangered mountain gorillas in Parc National des Volcans - an overwhelming experience. A further free day allows us to choose between a series of optional treks, including another one to see the gorillas, one in search of rare golden monkeys or one to Dian Fossey’s grave and research station. We return to Kigali before continuing briefly to Nairobi for a night and on to Tanzania, a country that boasts some of the most impressive national parks in Africa that are home to some of the most astonishing diversity of wildlife found anywhere in the world.

Staying in a private mobile camp with ensuite toilets, our journey is fully backed up with a support vehicle and safari crew. Our days in Tanzania are spent in the great game parks of Lake Manyara, Tarangire, Serengeti and the magnificent Ngorongoro Crater, whilst our evenings are spent in private campsites, surrounded by the ambient starlit night skies of the African bush. At Lake Eyasi we meet the Hadzabe bush people, the most ancient tribe in Tanzania who are sure to surprise us as much with the timeless simplicity of their daily lives as with the warmth of their welcome.

This unforgettable safari culminates in three nights spent in the Serengeti National Park where spend three nights deep in the heart of the bush, in search of migratory and resident wildlife.

Highlights

• Tented camps and tall stories around the campfire
• Gorilla Trekking in Parc National des Volcans
• Rwanda Genocide Memorial
• Dawn game drives in the Serengeti
• Hunting and gathering with Hadzabe Bushmen
• Safari through the Serengeti plains
• Savannah Safari in Tarangire National Park
• The African Eden of Ngorongoro Crater
• The basking lions at Simba Kopje
• Tranquil Lake Eyasi
• Wildlife safari at Lake Manyara National Park

Itinerary:

Day 1: Arrive in Kigali and transfer to Ruhengeri (Musanze).2: Trek to see endangered mountain gorillas in Parc National des Volcans.3: Optional treks – Dian Fossey’s grave, golden monkeys or another gorilla family. Drive to Kigali.4: Morning city tour, including Genocide Memorial. Fly from Kigali to Nairobi (flight not included).5: Private transfer from Nairobi to Arusha, Tanzania's safari capital.6: Game drive in Tarangire National Park – known for its elephants and giant baobab trees. Overnight at Lake Manyara.7: Full day game drive in Lake Manyara National Park.8: Morning visit to Masai village. Afternoon departure to hippo-rich Lake Eyasi.9: Spend the day with the nomadic, hunter-gatherer Hadzabe Bushmen. Visit Oldeani village and bomas.10: Morning visit to Oldeani village. Depart for Ngorongoro Conservation Area.11: Visit to the unique Ngorongoro Crater – Africa's 'Garden of Eden'.12-14: Travel to Serengeti National Park. Spend three days exploring the endless plains and a wealth of great migration wildlife. Stay in private wilderness camp.15: Fly from Serengeti to Arusha and transfer to Kilimanjaro airport.
Included: An experienced English-speaking local leader, camp assistant & support crew (Tanzania), arrival transfer, transport, accommodation, meals, game activities, one gorilla trekking permit, entrance fees and flight from Serengeti to Arusha.
Not Included:

International flights including flight from Kigali to Nairobi, airport departure taxes, visas, meals unless specified in the itinerary, insurance, laundry, any optional tours or activities during free time, tips and items of a personal nature.

Meals: 14 breakfasts, 11 lunches, 11 dinners
Equipment Included: Camp beds provided (including pillows, linen and all bedding)
National Parks:

This trip includes 2 days in the Parc National des Volcans area, 1 day in Tarangire National Park, 1 day in Lake Manyara National Park, 2 days in Ngorongoro Conservation Area and 3 days in Serengeti National Park.

Valid From: 12 Jan 08
Valid Until: 31 Dec 69
Notes: At time of booking, an additional gorilla trekking permit or hike to Dian Fossey’s grave or trek to the golden monkeys may be booked at additional cost and subject to availability. On the final day you can end tour at Arusha Airport, Arusha town or Kilimanjaro Airport.
Starts/Ends: Kigali to Kilimanjaro Airport
Trip Reference: PFGT