Kigali, Volcanoes NP, Akagera NP, Lake Naivasha, Amboseli & Masai Mara
AFFORDABLE MID-RANGE LODGE SAFARI
GORILLAS, BIG FIVE & SAVANNAH – BEST OF RWANDA & KENYA
Experience two iconic countries in one trip! Trek with the endangered Mountain Gorillas in Volcanoes National Park, witness the Big Five in Akagera National Park – Rwanda’s only savannah park, then fly to Kenya for elephants with Mount Kilimanjaro view in Amboseli and the big cats in the world-famous Masai Mara.
Ends at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA) – Perfect for your international flight!
DETAILED ITINERARY
Day 1: Arrival in Kigali, Rwanda – Murakaza Neza!
Pickup from Kigali International Airport (KGL). Afternoon Kigali City Tour – visit Kigali Genocide Memorial and local markets.
Overnight: Affordable Mid-Range – Hotel Chez Lando / Da Vinci Gorilla Hotel – Bed & Breakfast
Day 2: Kigali to Volcanoes National Park – Gorilla Land
Morning drive to Musanze (2.5 hrs). Afternoon Iby’iwacu Cultural Village Tour.
Overnight: Affordable Mid-Range – La Locanda / Mountain View Lodge – Full Board
Day 3: GORILLA TREKKING in Volcanoes National Park – The Highlight!
Early morning briefing then Mountain Gorilla Trekking in Volcanoes NP. Spend 1 unforgettable hour with the gorillas. Afternoon visit Twin Lakes.
Overnight: Affordable Mid-Range – Mountain View Lodge – Full Board
Day 4: Volcanoes to Akagera National Park
Long drive to Akagera National Park – Rwanda’s only Big Five savannah park. Afternoon boat cruise on Lake Ihema – hippos & crocodiles.
Overnight: Affordable Mid-Range – Akagera Game Lodge / Dereva Hotel – Full Board
Day 5: Full Day Game Drive in Akagera National Park
Full day game drive in Akagera – See lions, rhinos, elephants, buffaloes, giraffes, zebras.
Overnight: Affordable Mid-Range – Akagera Game Lodge – Full Board
Day 6: Akagera to Kigali – Fly to Nairobi, Kenya
Morning drive back to Kigali and fly to Nairobi (1.5 hrs). Pickup from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport. Transfer to your hotel.
Overnight: Affordable Mid-Range – PrideInn Azure Hotel / Eka Hotel Nairobi – Bed & Breakfast
Day 7: Nairobi to Amboseli National Park – Elephants & Kilimanjaro
Drive to Amboseli National Park (4 hrs). Afternoon game drive – famous for giant elephant herds with Mount Kilimanjaro background.
Overnight: Affordable Mid-Range – Nyati Safari Camp / Amboseli Kimana Camp – Full Board
Day 8: Amboseli to Lake Naivasha
Morning game drive in Amboseli then drive to Lake Naivasha via Great Rift Valley. Afternoon Boat Ride on Lake Naivasha & Walking Safari with zebras in Crescent Island.
Overnight: Affordable Mid-Range – Lake Naivasha Resort / Naivasha Kongoni Lodge – Full Board
Day 9: Lake Naivasha to Masai Mara National Reserve
Drive to Masai Mara National Reserve (5 hrs). Afternoon game drive in Mara – the big cat capital.
Overnight: Affordable Mid-Range – Mara Budget Camp / Zebra Plains Camp / Enchoro Wildlife Camp – Full Board – Nice tented camp with private bathroom & hot shower
Day 10: Full Day Masai Mara – Big Five & Great Migration
Full day Big Five game drive in Masai Mara. Best place to see lions, cheetahs, leopards, elephants and the Great Migration (seasonal July-October).
Overnight: Affordable Mid-Range – Mara Budget Camp – Full Board
Day 11: Masai Mara to Nairobi – Ends at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA)
Morning game drive, then drive back to Nairobi. Transfer directly to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA) for your international flight home. End of Safari. You can book your flight from 8:00 PM onwards.
AFFORDABLE PRICE – 11 DAYS
NORMAL PRICE: $5,850 per person sharing (2 people)
EARLY BIRD DISCOUNT – BOOK IN ADVANCE & SAVE BIG!
BOOK 90 DAYS IN ADVANCE: Only $5,450 per person sharing – SAVE $400!
BOOK 60 DAYS IN ADVANCE: Only $5,650 per person sharing – SAVE $200!
Price based on 2 people sharing. For 4-6 people: $4,950 per person with 90-day discount.
Solo traveler: $7,200 with discount.
Group Discount: For 4+ people, extra $100 discount per person!
LIMITED OFFER! Book Now with Only 30% Deposit to Secure Your Discount!
OUR AFFORDABLE MID-RANGE LODGES:
We use the most affordable mid-range lodges – clean, comfortable, private bathroom, hot shower, good food. Best value, not backpacker hostels.
WHY BOOK THIS TOUR EARLY?
1. Gorilla permits are limited to 96 per day in Rwanda – they sell out fast!
2. Masai Mara lodges sell out 3 months in advance for Migration season
3. You SAVE $400 per person with Early Bird
✓ 1x Gorilla Trekking Permit in Volcanoes NP, Rwanda – $1,500 Value INCLUDED
✓ All ground transport in 4×4 Safari Land Cruiser / Van with pop-up roof
✓ Professional English-speaking driver-guides in Rwanda & Kenya
✓ 10 Nights in Affordable Mid-Range Lodges & Tented Camps (Full Board on Safari, Bed & Breakfast in Kigali/Nairobi)
✓ All National Park Entrance Fees – Volcanoes NP, Akagera NP, Amboseli, Lake Naivasha & Masai Mara
✓ Game drives, Boat Cruise in Akagera & Lake Naivasha
✓ Domestic flight Kigali (KGL) to Nairobi (NBO) – $250 value included
✓ Bottled drinking water – 1.5L per day during safari
✓ Kigali City Tour & Cultural Village Tour
✗ International flights – Client books: Home to Kigali (KGL) and return from Nairobi (JKIA)
✗ Visas – Rwanda ($50) & Kenya ($50) – E-Visa online
✗ Travel Insurance – Highly recommended / Mandatory for Gorilla trek
✗ Tips for driver-guides & rangers ($20 per day per vehicle recommended)
✗ Drinks at lodges, personal expenses & laundry
✗ Anything not mentioned as included
