14 Days Masai Mara, Serengeti and Gorilla Safari

Day 1: Arrival in Nairobi, Kenya – Welcome to Africa

Upon arrival at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, you’ll be warmly met by our representative and transferred to your hotel in Nairobi. Depending on your arrival time, you may enjoy an optional visit to the Giraffe Centre or the Karen Blixen Museum. Rest and prepare for the adventure ahead.
Accommodation: Tamarind Tree Hotel / Hemingways Nairobi
Meal Plan: Bed & Breakfast

Day 2: Nairobi – Drive to Masai Mara National Reserve

After breakfast, drive through the scenic Great Rift Valley to the world-famous Masai Mara National Reserve. Arrive in time for lunch and an afternoon game drive across the golden plains. The Mara is known for its dense concentration of wildlife, including the Big Five and the annual wildebeest migration.
Accommodation: Zebra Plains Mara Camp / Mara Serena Safari Lodge / Entim Mara Camp
Meal Plan: Full Board

Day 3: Full Day Safari in Masai Mara – Great Migration Adventure

Spend a full day exploring the Masai Mara’s rich ecosystems. Witness the Great Migration (July–October), where millions of wildebeests and zebras cross the Mara River under the watchful eyes of crocodiles and big cats. Your professional guide will position you for the best photographic opportunities. Return to your camp for an evening of relaxation by the campfire.
Accommodation: Zebra Plains Mara Camp / Entim Mara Camp
Meal Plan: Full Board

Day 4: Masai Mara – Cultural Visit & Optional Hot Air Balloon Safari

Begin your day with an optional hot air balloon flight over the Mara at sunrise for sweeping views of the plains and wildlife below. Later, visit a Maasai village to learn about the tribe’s traditions, beadwork, and dances. Enjoy another game drive in the afternoon before returning to your lodge for dinner.
Accommodation: Zebra Plains Mara Camp / Mara Serena Safari Lodge
Meal Plan: Full Board

Day 5: Masai Mara – Drive to Serengeti via Isebania Border

After breakfast, bid farewell to Kenya as you cross into Tanzania via the Isebania border post. Continue your journey to the Serengeti National Park, where the vast plains stretch endlessly into the horizon. Enjoy game viewing along the way and settle into your lodge deep in the wilderness.
Accommodation: Kubu Kubu Tented Lodge / Lahia Tented Lodge
Meal Plan: Full Board

Day 6: Central Serengeti – Wildlife Safari

Explore the central Serengeti, an area famed for its year-round wildlife abundance. Look out for lions lounging on granite kopjes, cheetahs hunting on the open plains, and elephants wandering through acacia woodlands. Your experienced guide will reveal the secrets of this extraordinary ecosystem.
Accommodation: Kubu Kubu Tented Lodge / Serengeti Serena Safari Lodge
Meal Plan: Full Board

Day 7: Northern Serengeti – The Great Wildebeest Migration

After breakfast, drive north to the Northern Serengeti, the prime location for the dramatic Mara River crossings. Witness wildebeests and zebras plunging into the river, while crocodiles and predators wait for their chance. This is nature’s greatest spectacle — raw, chaotic, and breathtaking.
Accommodation: Lahia Tented Lodge / Migration Camp / Mara Under Canvas
Meal Plan: Full Board

Day 8: Full Day in Northern Serengeti – Predator Action

Spend another day in the Northern Serengeti tracking predators and following the migration herds. Watch prides of lions, elusive leopards, and powerful cheetahs in action. In the evening, enjoy sundowners overlooking the vast plains — a moment to remember.
Accommodation: Lahia Tented Lodge / Migration Camp
Meal Plan: Full Board

Day 9: Serengeti – Drive to Ngorongoro Crater

After breakfast, embark on a leisurely game drive as you exit the Serengeti and journey to the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Stop en route at the Olduvai Gorge, an important archaeological site known as the “Cradle of Mankind.” Arrive at your lodge on the crater rim in time for dinner.
Accommodation: Ngorongoro Serena Safari Lodge / The Highlands Ngorongoro
Meal Plan: Full Board

Day 10: Explore the Ngorongoro Crater – Drive to Arusha

Descend 600 meters into the Ngorongoro Crater, a UNESCO World Heritage Site teeming with wildlife. The crater floor offers one of the best chances to spot the endangered black rhino, alongside elephants, hippos, lions, and countless gazelles. After a picnic lunch, drive to Arusha for an overnight stay.
Accommodation: Arusha Serena Hotel / Gran Meliá Arusha
Meal Plan: Full Board

Day 11: Fly from Arusha to Kigali, Rwanda

Transfer to the airport for your flight to Kigali, Rwanda. On arrival, you’ll be welcomed by our Rwandan guide and transferred to your city hotel. Spend the evening at leisure or enjoy a short Kigali city orientation.
Accommodation: Kigali Serena Hotel / Hotel des Mille Collines
Meal Plan: Bed & Breakfast

Day 12: Kigali City Tour – Drive to Volcanoes National Park

After breakfast, embark on a Kigali city tour, visiting the Kigali Genocide Memorial, local art galleries, and craft markets. After lunch, drive north to Volcanoes National Park, a scenic journey through Rwanda’s famous “Land of a Thousand Hills.” Arrive at your lodge nestled near the Virunga Mountains.
Accommodation: Five Volcanoes Boutique Hotel / Mountain Gorilla View Lodge / Bisate Lodge
Meal Plan: Full Board

Day 13: Gorilla Trekking in Volcanoes National Park

This is the highlight of your safari — mountain gorilla trekking in Volcanoes National Park. After an early breakfast, attend a briefing at park headquarters before venturing into the misty forest with your guide. The trek may take 2–6 hours, but the reward of spending a precious hour with a gorilla family is indescribable. Watch silverbacks, mothers, and infants interact in the wild — a truly humbling and unforgettable experience.
Accommodation: Five Volcanoes Boutique Hotel / Bisate Lodge / Sabyinyo Silverback Lodge
Meal Plan: Full Board

Day 14: Volcanoes National Park – Return to Kigali and Departure

Enjoy a leisurely breakfast before driving back to Kigali. Depending on your flight schedule, you can visit local markets or enjoy a coffee-tasting experience before transferring to the airport for your international flight.

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Safari Summary

Destinations: Kenya (Masai Mara), Tanzania (Serengeti, Ngorongoro), Rwanda (Kigali, Volcanoes NP)
Duration: 14 Days / 13 Nights
Best Time to Go: June – October (Dry Season & Migration)
Style: Luxury / Mid-Range East African Grand Safari