9 Days luxury Rwanda and Tanzania safari

Set off on a remarkable escapade amid the breathtaking wilds of Tanzania and Rwanda with this Select Adventure Safaris 9 Days Luxury Rwanda and Tanzania Safari . This unique opportunity allows you to embark on two of the most thrilling wildlife adventures on the planet: trekking gorillas and witnessing the Big Five during the great migration. Your adventure begins with tracing the path of the iconic Dian Fossey in Rwanda’s Volcanoes National Park, where expert trackers will assist you in getting close to splendid silverbacks and their families. Encounter the soul-stirring experiences that await you.

Then, venture into Tanzania’s Serengeti National Park to observe game animals in their natural surroundings. As you cross the expansive savannah, be on the lookout for the legendary Big 5. Relish the distinctive experience of camping beneath a tent while enveloped by the sounds of nature. With Tanzania’s breathtaking scenery as a backdrop, the Tanzania and Rwanda Safari provide an ideal combination of luxury and nature, allowing for the creation of indelible memories.

During your adventure, you will be joined by knowledgeable guides and conservationists who will impart their expertise and enthusiasm for the wildlife and ecosystems you come across. As a group, you will cultivate a strong bond with the natural world and develop a deep respect for the work invested in safeguarding these remarkable environments.

With the 9 Day Tanzania and Rwanda Luxury Safari, a transformative experience awaits you—a fusion of nature’s beauty, exhilarating wildlife encounters, and the comforts of opulent lodgings that together forge an adventure to be remembered. Get ready to be entranced, motivated, and transformed for good by the grandeur of Africa’s natural marvels.

Detailed travel plan

Day 1: Arrival in Kigali and Rwanda cultural immersion.

When you arrive in Kigali, the lively capital of Rwanda, the select adventure safaris guide will welcome you and take you to your upscale lodging. Before you start your cultural immersion experience, take some time to get settled and unwind. Discover the vibrant markets of Kigali, tour local art galleries featuring traditional Rwandan crafts, and dive into the city’s abundant history and culture. At night, treat yourself to a delectable dinner showcasing genuine Rwandan fare.

Accommodation option:  Hemingways Retreat Kigali

Day 2: Visit the Kigali genocide memorial and transfer to volcanoes national park

On the second day of your 9 day luxury safari in Tanzania and Rwanda, you will visit the Genocide Memorial in Kigali for a poignant and educational experience before taking a scenic drive to Volcanoes National Park.

The Genocide Memorial serves as a grave but vital landmark honoring those who perished in the Rwandan Genocide. It provides profound insights into the nation’s sorrowful past and the resilience of its people. Investigate the memorial’s displays, which offer a thorough grasp of the events that occurred in 1994. Dedicate a moment for contemplation and to honor the people who lost their lives.

Following a lovely lunch, set off on a picturesque drive to Volcanoes National Park. The trip showcases stunning vistas of Rwanda’s verdant terrain, undulating hills, and terraced agriculture. Once you arrive at the park, make yourself comfortable in your opulent lodge located at the base of the Virunga Mountains. Spend the remainder of the day as you wish, appreciating the peaceful environment and getting ready for the thrilling escapades to come.

Accommodation : Kataza house by singita

Day 3: Gorilla trekking in Volcanoes National Park.

Experience the extraordinary by setting out on a memorable gorilla trek in the verdant rainforest of Volcanoes National Park. While you trek through the thick forest, seasoned park rangers will accompany you and share their insights regarding the gorillas and the conservation initiatives aimed at safeguarding them.

A cacophony of sounds fills the forest, from the whisper of leaves to the melodious calls of rare birds and the hoots of monkeys traversing the treetops. The sweet fragrance of wildflowers and the earthy scent of damp soil envelop you, crafting an unforgettable immersive sensory experience.

Your heart beats faster with excitement as you near the gorilla family. All of a sudden, they come into view: stunning mountain gorillas at leisure or engaging in playful antics in their native environment. With amazement, watch the juvenile gorillas cavort in the underbrush as the silverback—an emblem of leadership and might—carefully observes his clan. Observe the gentle relationship shared by mothers and their babies as they lovingly tend to each other. Their intelligence and intricate social dynamics are unveiled through every gesture and expression.

In this precious hour spent with them, you come to understand how vital conservation efforts are. The rangers recount tales of the difficulties confronting these amazing beings and the unflagging efforts dedicated to safeguarding them and their environment. You are washed over by a feeling of awe and responsibility, which ignites in you a wish to help protect them.

While you leave the gorillas behind and head back through the rainforest, you advance the mission by raising awareness and aiding the continued work to protect these extraordinary beings for generations to come. This close encounter has created a lasting impression, linking us to a realm that is so distinct yet so connected to our own.

Dinner and overnight at : Kataza house by singita

Day 4: visit Ellen DeGeneres gorilla fund campus

Get involved in conservation by visiting the Ellen DeGeneres Gorilla Fund Campus. Learn about the organization’s work to safeguard gorillas and their environments. Meet researchers and conservationists who devote their lives to studying and protecting these amazing creatures. Get to know about current projects, engage in learning activities, and see directly the beneficial effects of conservation efforts.

Day 5: Drive to Kigali

Following breakfast, say goodbye to Volcanoes National Park and set off on a picturesque drive back to Kigali. During your journey, you will be able to pause at nearby villages and engage with the amiable locals of Rwanda. Get to Kigali and enjoy the remainder of the day as you please. You can opt to discover additional attractions the city has to offer or just relax at your opulent lodging.

Day 6: Fly from Kigali Rwanda to Serengeti National park Tanzania.

Today, leave Rwanda and take a flight from Kigali to Serengeti National Park in Tanzania. Your guide will welcome you upon your arrival and take you to your private safari lodge located in the Serengeti’s centre. Get comfortable and enjoy the spectacular vistas of the boundless savannah. In the evening, relish a sundowner as you take in a breathtaking African sunset, then indulge in a gourmet dinner beneath the stars.

Sayari Camp (3 nights): Experience one of the most spectacular wildlife shows on Earth in the comfort of Sayari Camp.

Day 7-8 : Serengeti National park

For the next two days, immerse yourself in the marvels of the famous Serengeti National Park, where breathtaking scenery and plentiful wildlife are ready to be discovered. Join thrilling game drives with knowledgeable guides and discover the park’s rich variety of plant and animal life. Behold the magnificent Great Migration, during which countless herbivores cross the plains as they seek out new grazing grounds. Experience the majestic lions, elephants, giraffes, and other emblematic African wildlife up close in their natural environment. Between the game drives, take pleasure in your lodge’s opulent features and enjoy the Serengeti’s peacefulness.

Sayari Camp: Experience one of the greatest wildlife spectacles on Earth from the comfort of Sayari Camp.

Day 9: Transfer to Arusha.

Bid farewell to Serengeti National Park after a morning game drive and a tasty breakfast, then relish a scenic transfer to Arusha. Allow yourself the opportunity to think back on the breathtaking experiences and treasured memories you’ve made during your opulent safari adventure in Tanzania and Rwanda. Upon your arrival in Arusha, you have the option to go to the airport for your connecting journey or to your chosen accommodation if you decide to extend your stay in this vibrant city.  Bringing an end to your 9 Days luxury Rwanda and Tanzania safaris.