Best of East Africa
A 14-day thrilling adventure traversing East Africa's most iconic landscapes. From the Maasai Mara in Kenya to mountain gorilla trekking in ...
Journey
14 Days / 13 Nights
Reference
S-2026-106
Your Safari at a Glance
A 14-day thrilling adventure traversing East Africa's most iconic landscapes. From the Maasai Mara in Kenya to mountain gorilla trekking in Rwanda and Uganda's diverse national parks.
Duration
14 Days / 13 Nights
Category
Adventure
Reference
S-2026-106
Destinations
7 Locations
Accommodations
8 Properties
| Day | Destination |
|---|---|
| 01 | Nairobi Arrive at JKIA Day 1 |
| 02 | Nairobi A day in Nairobi city Day 2 |
| 03 | Masai Mara National Reserve Fly to Maasai Mara Day 3 |
| 04 | Masai Mara National Reserve Maasai Mara Day 4 |
| 05 | Nairobi Departing Maasai Mara Day 5 |
| 06 | Kigali Departing Nairobi, Kenya Day 6 |
| 07 | Kigali Kigali city | Full day city tour | Volcanoes National Park | Transfer to Musanze Day 7 |
| 08 | Volcanoes National Park Volcanoes National Park | Golden monkey trekking Day 8 |
| 09 | Entebbe Transfer to Entebbe Airport Day 9 |
| 10 | Queen Elizabeth National Park Queen Elizabeth | Transfer to Queen Elizabeth Day 10 |
| 11 | Queen Elizabeth National Park Queen Elizabeth | Game drive & Kazinga Channel experience Day 11 |
| 12 | Bwindi Impenetrable National Park Bwindi Forest | Transfer to Bwindi Forest Day 12 |
| 13 | Bwindi Impenetrable National Park Bwindi Forest | Gorilla trekking experience & head to Lake Bunyonyi Day 13 |
| 14 | Departure, Kigali Day 14 |
Your Safari Route Map
Your Detailed Itinerary
Arrive at JKIA
Arrive at JKIA ready for Africa Safari Adventure, meet and greet by our guide at the airport. Pick up and transfer to hotel. Welcome to your Africa Safari Adventure! Upon arrival at JKIA, you’ll meet our guide. who will transfer you to your hotel. Enjoy a pleasant stay at Karen Blixen Coffee Gardens, a perfect start to your Tanzania and Kenya Safari.
Karen Blixen Coffee Garden & Cottages
Nestled in the picturesque landscapes of Nairobi, Karen Blixen Coffee Garden & Cottages is an exclusive luxury lodge offering exceptional comfort and personalized service in Kenya. Soak in panoramic views from your private veranda, indulge in chef-prepared cuisine, and relax in beautifully crafted suites surrounded by pristine nature.
A day in Nairobi city
Wake up at leisure and enjoy breakfast before heading to Kibera with your guide for the Africa Safari Adventure. Kibera provides an exceptional, educational livelihood experience, offering insights into local life. After lunch at Karen Blixen Gardens, visit the Giraffe Centre, enhancing your understanding of wildlife conservation, an essential part of any African Safari Tour.
Karen Blixen Coffee Garden & Cottages
Nestled in the picturesque landscapes of Nairobi, Karen Blixen Coffee Garden & Cottages is an exclusive luxury lodge offering exceptional comfort and personalized service in Kenya. Soak in panoramic views from your private veranda, indulge in chef-prepared cuisine, and relax in beautifully crafted suites surrounded by pristine nature.
Fly to Maasai Mara
After breakfast, head to Wilson Airport for your flight to Maasai Mara. Upon arrival at Olkiombo Airstrip, you’ll be greeted by your guide with a packed lunch, ready to embark on your first safari adventure in one of Africa's most famous parks, ensuring a thrilling start to your Maasai Mara Safari. Thanks for booking Africa Safari Adventure with us.
Zebra River Camp
Set amidst the pristine wilderness of Masai Mara National Reserve, Zebra River Camp offers an extraordinary blend of luxury and immersive safari adventure in Kenya. Relax in spacious canvas suites featuring plush bedding, private viewing decks, and sweeping views of the surrounding bush, complemented by gourmet dining under starry skies.
Maasai Mara
On this day, you will have two options; Hot Air Balloon. Choose between a Hot Air Balloon Safari or traditional game drives. Experience the breathtaking Mara from above, followed by a bush breakfast. Alternatively, if you prefer, enjoy two game drives for unparalleled wildlife viewing, making this an unforgettable day on your Kenya Safari itinerary. Hot Air Balloons take off at dawn just before sunrise, and after approximately 1 hour 30 minutes of exploring Mara in the Air your balloon will land and the crew will drive you to a bush breakfast site for a lively champagne breakfast. After breakfast, you will have safari enroute to the camp. Lunch at the camp and relax before afternoon safari. Afternoon Africa Safari Adventure starts at 3:30pm after high tea. Your guide will lead you to explore the beauty of the Mara until around 6pm when he will stop for a sundowner. Sundowners are happy hours during sunset as you watch over Maasai Mara’s open plains. You will then have dinner and overnight at the camp Game viewing. You will have two game viewing if balloon safari will not be your option, one in the morning and another one late in the afternoon. Wake up call at 5:15am have tea or coffee and start your safari at 6am looking for cats as they are very active in cooler hours of the morning and by 9am your guide will stop for breakfast under a shade or along Mara River/Talek River for picnic/Bush breakfast. After your bush/picnic breakfast you will head to Maasai Village for Cultural tour in this East African Safari. The tour will be on for an hour to an hour 30 Minutes. You will head back to the camp for lunch and after lunch you will have afternoon rest. In between you may choose to have spa treatment or swim. Your afternoon safaris start after high tea and head out on a thrilling afternoon safari as you look for what you will not have seen on your two days safari and as the day comes to an end you will proceed to the camp for African bush stories at the campfire. Dinner will be served under open African skies (weather permitting), overnight at the camp.
Zebra River Camp
Set amidst the pristine wilderness of Masai Mara National Reserve, Zebra River Camp offers an extraordinary blend of luxury and immersive safari adventure in Kenya. Relax in spacious canvas suites featuring plush bedding, private viewing decks, and sweeping views of the surrounding bush, complemented by gourmet dining under starry skies.
Departing Maasai Mara
On your last day in Maasai Mara via East African Safari, enjoy breakfast at the camp. Depending on your flight schedule, you can opt for a morning game drive or relax at the camp. After lunch, you'll transfer to Olkiombo Airstrip for your flight back to Nairobi. Your experience here is a highlight of your Safari in Africa. If your flight is in the Afternoon, you will have an option of leaving for 3 hours’ drive and back for breakfast or choose to relax at the camp until when lunch is served. After lunch, you will then proceed to Olkiombo Airstrip for flights to Nairobi or by road to your next destination. Thanks for booking with us Tanzania and Kenya Safari. When in Nairobi our guide will meet you for transfer to your hotel.
Karen Blixen Coffee Garden & Cottages
Nestled in the picturesque landscapes of Nairobi, Karen Blixen Coffee Garden & Cottages is an exclusive luxury lodge offering exceptional comfort and personalized service in Kenya. Soak in panoramic views from your private veranda, indulge in chef-prepared cuisine, and relax in beautifully crafted suites surrounded by pristine nature.
Departing Nairobi, Kenya
After breakfast, leave the serene gardens of Karen for JKIA to catch your international flight to Kigali, Rwanda, for another spectacular part of your East Africa Safari. Welcome to Rwanda Arrive at Kigali international airport, meet and greet by your guide on arrival at the airport and ready for another for Africa Safari Adventure Pick up and transfer you from the airport heading to the hotel in Kigali
Hotel Des Mille Collines
A serene and tranquil retreat, offering a perfect blend of comfort and essential amenities designed to ensure your utmost relaxation... Xuheng China Landmark hotel in the heart of the Thousand Hills A landmark in itself, Hôtel Des Milles Collines offers excellent service in a 4 star hotel in the heart of Kigali. Excellent food, friendly service and good location.
Kigali city | Full day city tour | Volcanoes National Park | Transfer to Musanze
Enjoy a leisurely breakfast before your city tour (Tanzania and Kenya Safari). Discover Kigali’s vibrant culture and visit the Genocide Museum. After a day of exploration, you’ll transfer to Musanze, home to the majestic mountain gorillas, enriching your Rwanda Safari Experience. Activities to do: Market Tours around Kigali Genocide Museum Tour in Kigali The Convention Centres in Kigali Art centre Same on this day for African Safari, you will be transferred to the western side of the country (Musanze), which is home to the mountain gorillas In Rwanda and also home to the rare Golden Monkeys. Activities to Do: Visit the Twin Lakes of Ruhengeri Tour of the Musanze Town
Ingagi Park View Lodge
Nestled in the picturesque landscapes of Volcanoes National Park, Ingagi Park View Lodge is an exclusive luxury lodge offering exceptional comfort and personalized service in Rwanda. Soak in panoramic views from your private veranda, indulge in chef-prepared cuisine, and relax in beautifully crafted suites surrounded by pristine nature.
Volcanoes National Park | Golden monkey trekking
After breakfast, head to Volcanoes National Park for your Golden Monkey Trekking experience. Spend an hour with these playful creatures before returning to the lodge for relaxation, embracing the essence of your African Safari journey. Activities to Do: Golden Monkey Trekking Dian Fossey Gorilla Conservation Campus tour By Ellen DeGeneres
Ingagi Park View Lodge
Nestled in the picturesque landscapes of Volcanoes National Park, Ingagi Park View Lodge is an exclusive luxury lodge offering exceptional comfort and personalized service in Rwanda. Soak in panoramic views from your private veranda, indulge in chef-prepared cuisine, and relax in beautifully crafted suites surrounded by pristine nature.
Transfer to Entebbe Airport
In the morning, transfer to Entebbe via Kigali. Upon arrival, you’ll be met by your guide for a smooth transfer to your hotel, preparing you for more safari adventures.
Casa do Sol Hotel
Conveniently situated in Hazyview, Casa do Sol Hotel provides a comfortable and welcoming retreat for travelers exploring South Africa. Featuring modern rooms, attentive service, and relaxing communal amenities, it offers a peaceful haven to recharge during your trip.
Queen Elizabeth | Transfer to Queen Elizabeth
Transfer to Queen Elizabeth National Park, arriving in the afternoon. After a scenic drive through tea plantations, you’ll enjoy an evening game drive in the Kasenyi Plains, immersing yourself in the beauty of Uganda’s wildlife during your Uganda Safari. Activities to Do: Kyamuhunga Tea Plantation tour Evening Game drive
Aardvark Safari Lodge
Nestled in the beautiful surroundings of Queen Elizabeth National Park, Aardvark Safari Lodge offers a charming and comfortable stay in Uganda. Relax in cozy, well-appointed rooms surrounded by tranquil gardens, enjoying delicious local meals and warm hospitality after a day of exploration.
Queen Elizabeth | Game drive & Kazinga Channel experience
Explore Queen Elizabeth National Park, renowned for its biodiversity. After a morning game drive, embark on a Kazinga Channel Boat Cruise, where you’ll witness a variety of wildlife, ensuring a memorable experience on your Safari in Uganda. While on your afternoon boat cruise, you will see various animals both in water and on land. You will then be transferred back to the lodge for dinner and relaxation. Activities to Do: Morning Game Drive Kazinga Channel Boat Cruise Evening Game drive
Aardvark Safari Lodge
Nestled in the beautiful surroundings of Queen Elizabeth National Park, Aardvark Safari Lodge offers a charming and comfortable stay in Uganda. Relax in cozy, well-appointed rooms surrounded by tranquil gardens, enjoying delicious local meals and warm hospitality after a day of exploration.
Bwindi Forest | Transfer to Bwindi Forest
Bwindi Forest is also known as “Switzerland of Africa''. The landscape changes from savannah to swamp to rainforest, always with the backdrop of the Virunga Mountains. The path leads past villages and small towns until you finally take a break in one of these places. In the late afternoon, you will reach your accommodation near the Bwindi Impenetrable National Park.
Gorilla Leisure Lodge
Nestled in the beautiful surroundings of Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, Gorilla Leisure Lodge offers a charming and comfortable stay in Uganda. Relax in cozy, well-appointed rooms surrounded by tranquil gardens, enjoying delicious local meals and warm hospitality after a day of exploration.
Bwindi Forest | Gorilla trekking experience & head to Lake Bunyonyi
Get ready for an incredible encounter with mountain gorillas, the highlight of your trip. After your trek, enjoy a cultural experience with the Batwa community before heading to picturesque Lake Bunyonyi, enriching your Uganda Safari Adventure. On encountering the primates, you will be allowed to spend a maximum of one hour with them in their natural habitats observing their natural way of living. Thereafter, trek back to the briefing area where you will be awarded certificates of participation. Later have an afternoon Batwa community where you will be welcomed with a traditional dance. The Batwa people are famous for their traditional way of living, spending time in their community comes with a lot of knowledge about their beliefs and practices. After transfer, you will head to lake Bunyonyi Activities to Do: Gorilla Trekking Experience Lake Bunyonyi Tour
Arcadia Lodge Lake Bunyonyi
Nestled in the beautiful surroundings of Lake Bunyonyi, Arcadia Lodge Lake Bunyonyi offers a charming and comfortable stay in Uganda. Relax in cozy, well-appointed rooms surrounded by tranquil gardens, enjoying delicious local meals and warm hospitality after a day of exploration.
Departure, Kigali
On your final day, enjoy a community tour around Lake Bunyonyi. before departing for Entebbe, passing through the scenic hills of western Uganda, and arriving at the airport for your flight back home. This marks the end of your unforgettable East African Safari. Village Tour
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