Best of East Africa

15 days - from $6670

This is the ultimate African wildlife experience, encompassing rugged landscapes and abundant wildlife

This is the ultimate wildlife experience in Africa, encompassing an amazing array of landscapes that include lakes, savannahs and tropical rainforests. Lake Nakuru is the colourful ‘gem’ of the Great Rift Valley and its most famous soda lake with waters that are often filled with a multitude of pink flamingos. It makes for an awe-inspiring sight – both splendid and inspirational. The Masai Mara has often been referred to as ‘Mother Nature’s Playground’, with an abundance and concentration of wildlife not seen anywhere else on earth! Thousands of wildebeest, zebra and gazelle graze the plains, whilst predators such as lion, leopard and cheetah lurk in the background. Uganda is sure to surprise us with scenic and cultural splendours that include rolling hills and friendly people, not to mention its large colonies of hippos in Queen Elizabeth National Park and chimpanzees in the Kibale Forest. Rwanda offers a primate experience like no other with a visit to the mountain gorillas – sure to be an emotional and memorable encounter.

Highlights

• Tented camp stays
• Game drives in the Masai Mara
• Masai Mara's mammal migrations
• The flamingos of Lake Nakuru
• Gorilla trekking in Parc National des Volcans
• Game drives in Queen Elizabeth National Park's diverse habitats
• Kigali's Genocide Memorial - a monument to the courage and resilience of the Rwandan people
• Chimpanzee trekking in Kibale Forest National Park - the highest concentration of primates in the world

Itinerary:

Day 1: Nairobi2-3: Masai Mara National Reserve4: Lake Nakuru National Park5: Lake Victoria - Kisindi Lodge6-7: Jinja - Nile River8: Kibale Forest9: Chimpanzee Trek - Kibale National Park10-11: Queen Elizabeth National Park12: Ruhengeri13: Gorilla Trek - Parc National Des Volcans14: Kigali15: Kigali
Included:

An experienced English-speaking local leader, arrival transfer, transport, accommodation, meals, game activities and entrance fees.

International flights, airport departure taxes, visas, meals unless specified in the itinerary, insurance, laundry, any optional tours or activities during free time, tips and items of a personal nature.

This trip includes 1 day in Lake Nakuru National Park, 2 days in the Masai Mara National Reserve, 2 days in Queen Elizabeth National Park, 1 day in Kibale National Park and 1 day in Parc National des Volcans.