Gorillas, Masai Mara and Zanzibar

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From tracking wild mountain gorillas in their natural habitat, to soaring over the plains of the iconic Masai Mara in a hot air balloon, and swimming with whale sharks in Zanzibar, we’re certain that this African adventure will be the most magical and memorable holiday you will ever take. Starting in Rwanda you’ll track endangered mountain gorillas, before sp...
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Overview

Trip type
Private Guided
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Moderate
Trip pace
Full schedule

Highlights

    • Explore Rwanda's Parc National des Volcans Discover Kenya's Masai Mara Visit to Zanzibar

What's this trip about?

    From tracking wild mountain gorillas in their natural habitat, to soaring over the plains of the iconic Masai Mara in a hot air balloon, and swimming with whale sharks in Zanzibar, we’re certain that this African adventure will be the most magical and memorable holiday you will ever take. Starting in Rwanda you’ll track endangered mountain gorillas, before spending three days in Kenya’s Masai Mara. This phenomenal holiday ends with four days on the exotic spice island on Zanzibar.

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Details

Itinerary focusClassic Highlights
Group sizePrivate - your group only
Age range6 to 17 years
Flights and transportAll internal ground transport included
Start CityKigali
End CityZanzibar

Travel Themes

  • National Parks
  • Nature & Wildlife
  • Safari

Destinations

  • Africa
  • Kenya
  • Rwanda

Attractions

  • Zanzibar

Activities

  • Culture
  • Game drive
  • Safari
  • Snorkeling
  • Trekking
  • Wildlife viewing

Trip includes

    • Gorilla trekking permits
    • Light aircraft flights
    • Private airport transfers
    • Your choice of accommodation styles
    • National Park & Conservancy fees
    • Meals & drinks as mentioned in full itinerary
    • Professional local staff with fair salaries

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Itinerary

Travel Map

Day 1:
Meals: Lunch and Dinner

Overnight: Parc National des Volcans

Upon arrival in Kigali you will be met by a representative and driven through the lush green Rwandan countryside to Kinigi at the foothills of the Virungas in Parc National des Volcans. Upon arrival you’ll check in to your accommodation where you’ll stay for the next two nights. 

Day 2:

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Overnight: Parc National des Volcans

Today you will experience a once-in-a lifetime wildlife encounter with the wild mountain gorillas of Rwanda. After an early breakfast you’ll be driven to the Parc National des Volcan...

Day 3:

Meals: Breakfast

Overnight: Nairobi

After breakfast this morning you will return to Kigali where you’ll have an opportunity for a guided tour of the city, including a visit the Genocide Memorial and Education Centre which is a permanent memorial to those...

Day 4:

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Overnight: Masai Mara

This morning you will be driven to Nairobi’s Wilson Airport for your scheduled light aircraft flight to the Masai Mara. Upon arrival at the Masai Mara you will be met by a representative and driven...

Day 5:

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Overnight: Masai Mara

Today you’ll enjoy morning and afternoon game drives on the plains of the Masai Mara. This iconic reserve offers amazing wildlife viewing opportunities and it’s highly likely that you’ll see zebra,...

Day 6: 

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Overnight: Masai Mara

Today you can start your day with a sunrise hot air balloon flight over the plains of the Masai Mara followed by a champagne breakfast. You’ll also enjoy two thrilling game drives where you’ll spot...

Day 7:

Meals: Breakfast and Dinner

Overnight: Zanzibar

Today you’ll enjoy an early morning game drive before being driven to the airstrip in time for your scheduled light aircraft flight to Nairobi where you’ll board a connecting flight to the exotic island of ...

Days 8-11:

Meals: Breakfast and Dinner

Overnight: Zanzibar

You’ll spend the next three days enjoying Zanzibar at your leisure. With its beautiful sandy beaches, clear turquoise waters and colourful coral reefs, Zanzibar is the perfect destination for post-safari re...

Day 12: 

Meals: Breakfast

Overnight: International flight

Sadly your ‘Gorillas, Masai Mara and Zanzibar’ adventure has come to an end. After a final breakfast at your hotel you’ll check-out of your accommodation and you’ll be driven to back to Abeid Amani Karume International Airport (ZNZ) for your flight home.

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Dates & Availability

Price From $5,270
Price per day$439
Last Updated: 2/23/2024

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The total tour cost includes the tour price (regular or promotional) and the compulsory local payment. The promotional price is subject to change. Check directly with the operator for the latest price offer. The tour operator requires you to pay only the tour price to purchase your travel. The compulsory local payment will be paid when you join the trip. All prices are based on double, twin or triple share occupancy. Solo passengers will be accommodated in a double, twin or triple room according to availability with a passenger(s) of the same gender. Single supplement only needs to be paid if the passenger does not want to share and requests their own room. Discounts can only be applied at the time of booking and cannot be added at a later date, regardless of any changes made to the original booking.

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Excellent service from start to finish

Excellent service from start to finish. Probably the most memorable trip I'...

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Tom was extremely helpful in giving us advice

After getting married in May 2017 we decided that we wanted to do something a little different for our honeymoon. We decided that we wanted to go on safari but also,...

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our safari was truly one a wonderful experience

My husband and I chose to do a 2 week bespoke safari in Kenya. We travel frequently but we had not been to Africa and chose to work with a professional that could he...

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Wayfairer Travel is a UK based tour operator specializing in designing tailor-made luxury holidays across Asia & Africa. Since 2012, we shared a passion for stylish & adventurous holidays and tours that bring benefits to communities and conservation in the destinations we love. Offering tailor-made trips to various countries including Tanzania, Cambodia, Namibia, and Vietnam, we cover a wide range of holiday types from game drive safaris in the Masai Mara to gorilla tracking in Uganda’s Bwindi National Park. As your holiday will be uniquely handcrafted to suit your needs, you have the freedom to tailor it as you wish.

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Logistics

What's excluded

    • International flights
    • Visas & travel insurance
    • Meals not specified in full itinerary

Accommodation

,Mountain Gorilla View Lodge, Parc National des Volcans, Rwanda Kilima Camp, Masai Mara, Kenya Z Hotel, Nungwi, Zanzibar Hemingways, Nairobi, Nairobi, Kenya
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Meals Included

10 Breakfasts, 5 Lunches and 9 Dinners

Age Requirements
6 to 17 years
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