Kenya and Rwanda: Call of the Wild
Hear the call of the wild in this epic adventure of Kenya and Rwanda. This tour takes you gorilla trekking in Volcanoes National Park and to the wildlife of the Masai Mara and Laikipia. Soak up authentic and contemporary African culture in the cities of Kigali and Nairobi.
Itinerary Summary
Day | Place | Highlights | Hotel Options |
1 – 2 | Nairobi | Contemporary African Art & Culture, National Museum, Nairobi National Park | Tamarind Tree Hotel, Sankara Hotel |
2 – 4 | Laikipia – Ol Pejeta/Solio | High Predator Density, Endangered Black Rhinos, Chimpanzee Sanctuary | Sweetwaters Serena Camp, Ol Pejeta Bush Camp |
4 – 7 | Masai Mara | Large Concentration of Wildlife, Maasai People, Balloon Safaris | Tipilikwani Mara Camp, Encounter Mara |
7 – 8 | Kigali | Local Crafts, Kigali Genocide Memorial, Hilly Country | Heaven Restaurant & Boutique Hotel, Kigali Serena Hotel |
8 – 10 | Volcanoes National Park | Gorilla Trekking, Hiking, Walking Trails Tiloreza | Volcanoes Eco Lodge, The Bishop’s House |
10 – 10 | Kigali | Local Crafts, Kigali Genocide Memorial, Hilly Country |
Detailed Itinerary
Nairobi
1 Night
Spend time downtown! As the largest city of East Africa, you can experience contemporary urban African life with colorful street markets, authentic African cuisine, and a buzzing nightlife.
Laikipia – Ol Pejeta/Solio
2 Nights
Ol Pejeta is a private wildlife conservancy, situated between the foothills of the Aberdares and the magnificent snow-capped Mount Kenya, and has one of the highest density of wildlife in Kenya and boasts an astounding variety of animals, including the “Big Five“.
Included Activities
Sweetwaters Serena Camp: Morning & Evening game drives
Experience stunning wildlife sightings against the evocative backdrop of Africa’s Great Rift Valley on game drives in Kenya’s Central Highlands. The breathtaking vistas of the Ol Pejeta conservancy are set amid the Aberdares foothills at one end and Mount Kenya on the other. It is extremely rich in large and small game as well as exotic birds, including the Big 5.
Masai Mara
3 Nights
Classic Africa! The Masai Mara will fulfil your dreams with its iconic, endless African landscapes of golden grass dotted with picturesque acacia trees that is home to year-round wildlife viewing: cheetah, leopard, large prides of lions, elephants, giraffe, hyena, huge Nile crocodiles, frolicking hippos and many other species.
Included Activities
Explore the stunning beauty, diverse landscapes and amazing wildlife of the Masai Mara on fantastic game drives. The best time for this is in the early morning when the animals are particularly active and in the late afternoon when the sun paints incredible colors on the horizon.
Kigali
1 Night
As Rwanda’s capital and its geographical heart, Kigali is an important business center and port.
Volcanoes National Park
2 Nights
Observe gorillas! Volcanoes National Park is part of the Virunga Mountains protected area, also part of Congo and Rwanda.
Included Activities
Visit the Dian Fossey Exhibition / Karisoke Research Center
No other wildlife encounter in Africa matches the astounding experience of spending time face-to-face with some of the few remaining wild mountain gorillas.
Gorilla Trekking
Kigali
0 Nights
As Rwanda’s capital and its geographical heart, Kigali is an important business center and port.
After a memorable journey, your driver will take you to the international airport for your flight back home
International Departure
Included and Excluded
Price Includes
- Accommodation and meals, as specified in the itinerary
- Activities and excursions, as specified in the itinerary
- Transportation services, as specified in the itinerary
- Your Trip Coordinator: a 24/7 point of contact supporting you during your trip
- Carbon emissions offsetting for your trip
Not Included
- Entrance fees and meals, unless mentioned in the itinerary description
- Tips and personal expenses
- Visa and tourism fees
- Travel, health, and cancellation insurance
- International airfare
Terms & Conditions
Price & Inclusions
- Option 1 From $ 12,040 /person
- Option 2 From $ 17,590 /person
Prices are in USD and exclude international flights. This trip price is based on low season rates for accommodation and other applicable services, and may change depending on availability, currency fluctuations and number of people traveling together. For high season prices, please contact us with your exact travel dates and preferences.
Love this sample itinerary? Contact us to make it your dream vacation!