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Maasai Mara, Rwanda Gorillas, and Victoria Falls Safari.

Experience Africa’s greatest wonders on this 15-day safari through Kenya’s Maasai Mara, Rwanda’s Volcanoes National Park, and the mighty Victoria Falls. Witness the Big Five, trek endangered gorillas, and enjoy sunset cruises on the Zambezi River. This safari offers a perfect blend of wildlife, adventure, and luxury across three iconic countries.

Overview of the Maasai Mara Safari, Rwanda Gorillas, and Victoria Falls Tour; 15-Day Africa Safari.

During this 15-day safari through East and Southern Africa, you will trek the mountain gorillas in the Virunga Massif of Northeastern Rwanda, combined with endless game drives in Kenya’s legendary Masai Mara and awe-inspiring Victoria Falls on the border of Zambia and Zimbabwe. The safari will start in Kenya’s Maasai Mara National Reserve for the Great Wildebeest Migration and then take you by plane to Kigali, Rwanda, which is often called the Land of a Thousand Hills. Then, you’ll visit one of the three places on Earth where mountain gorillas live in the wild.

This carefully curated journey takes you through Africa’s most iconic destinations, from the endless savannah plains teeming with wildlife to the lush mountain forests that shelter endangered gorillas, and finally, to one of the world’s greatest natural wonders.

Among the many must-see attractions in Rwanda are the country’s Volcanoes National Park, its Batwa communities, where you can immerse yourself in Rwandan culture, and its genocide memorials, where you can learn about the country’s tragic history as a victim of the 1994 genocide. You will travel to Zambia after your visit to Rwanda so that you can see the world-famous Victoria Falls from both the Zambian and Zimbabwean perspectives.

Safari Highlights of the Maasai Mara Safari, Rwanda Gorillas, and Victoria Falls Tour: 15-Day Africa Safari.

  • Arrival in Nairobi
  • Visit the Giraffe Conservation and the Shadrack Elephant Orphanage.
  • Transfer To Maasai Mara National Reserve.
  • Fly to Kigali for a city tour.
  • Transfer to Volcanoes National Park for both a gorilla trek and a golden monkey trek.
  • Fly to Zimbabwe and transfer to your 5-star hotel.
  • Explore the Victoria Falls on both sides.

Destinations Covered

  • Nairobi, Kenya: Arrival and cultural introduction.

  • Maasai Mara National Reserve: 3 days of thrilling wildlife drives and Maasai community visits.

  • Kigali, Rwanda: The “Cleanest City in Africa” and gateway to the gorilla highlands.

  • Volcanoes National Park: Gorilla trekking and optional golden monkey tracking.

  • Kigali to Victoria Falls: Fly to southern Africa for a new landscape and experience.

  • Victoria Falls (Zimbabwe/Zambia): Scenic tours, sunset cruises, and adventure activities on the Zambezi River.

Detailed Itinerary of the Maasai Mara Safari, Rwanda Gorillas, and Victoria Falls Tour: 15-Day Africa Safari.

Arrival in Nairobi & Explore Nairobi.

Upon arriving at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport in Nairobi, you will meet our experienced English-speaking driver-guide, who will welcome you to Kenya and provide a briefing about your stay; he or she will be your sole contact during your time in the country.

Karen Gables, Nairobi

Karen Gables, Nairobi

After briefing, you will exit the airport and embark on a city tour in Nairobi while on your way to your lodge. During your stay in Nairobi, you will visit the Elephant Orphanage by Shadrack and also visit the Giraffe Conservation to experience the conservation of the creatures and feed them personally before entering a thrilling African safari mood in the Maasai Mara.

Accommodation: Karen Gables, Nairobi

Day 3-6: Transfer to Maasai Mara National Reserve.

After an early morning breakfast, you will check out of your accommodation in Nairobi, and your guide will transfer you to Maasai Mara by car to enjoy the beautiful scenery of the countryside while enjoying Kenya’s beauty. In this 15-day Maasai Mara, Rwanda Gorillas, and Victoria Falls safari, this will be your first wildlife destination out of town, meaning it will be a long and memorable distance.

African elephants, giraffes, buffalo, impalas, leopards, and wild dogs all call Maasai Mara home. Night drives are allowed in the Mara North Conservancy, increasing the likelihood of encounters with elusive species like genet cats and white-tailed mongoose, and the fact that you are unlikely to meet any other cars makes it an even more attractive game-viewing destination than the central region.

Follow the tracks of wild animals and master the specialized bushcraft that the Maasai people have used for centuries. You can explore the mountains, springs, and woods of this unspoiled environment on a walking safari that is customized to your interests and fitness level.

Accommodation: Kichwa Tembo Tented Camp

Day 7: Fly to Kigali, Rwanda

After experiencing the famous Maasai Mara, you will be transferred by your guide to the nearest airstrip for a chartered flight from Maasai to Kigali. When you arrive in Kigali, a different but experienced local guide will lead you in all your Rwandan activities. On arrival, you will be briefed about Rwanda as your second destination, and after the briefing, you will transfer to the lodge for lunch and a little relaxation before going for your city tour in Kigali.

3 Days Gorilla & Golden Monkey Trekking in Rwanda

Kigali City

After lunch, you will go on a city tour, where you will visit one of the busiest and cleanest capital cities in Africa. During your city tour, you will visit several memorial sites in Rwanda that reflect its history, including genocide memorials such as the Gisozi Genocide Memorial. This is a place where you will learn all about the rough past of Rwanda during the 1994 Genocide. After the tour, you will drive back to the lodge for dinner and an overnight stay.

Accommodation: Kigali Marriott Hotel

Day 8-11: Gorilla Trekking and Golden Monkey Trekking in Volcanoes National Park.

You will transfer to Volcanoes National Park for your gorilla trek and golden monkey trek. On arrival in Musanze, you will transfer to your lodge and have a rest for the coming activities in the next days.

The remaining days on your trip in Rwanda will be memorable while enjoying incredible activities Volcanoes National Park has to offer, like gorilla trekking and golden monkey trekking. You will participate in a cultural visit one evening to the Gorilla Guardians village, also known as Ibyi’Iwacu Cultural Village, which was founded by the Batwa people, former hunters who are now involved in Rwanda’s conservation success.

After your visit to Volcanoes National Park, you will transfer back to Kigali for an overnight and a flight to Zimbabwe for your next adventure.

Accommodation: Wilderness Bisate Lodge

Day 12-15: Fly to and Explore Victoria Falls

Your journey today takes you to Zimbabwe’s Victoria Falls. Upon arrival, you’ll be taken to your lodge, which provides first-rate lodgings along the Zambezi River, just upstream from the majestic Falls.

Use the remaining time today and tomorrow to explore Victoria Falls at your leisure. Indulge in white-water rafting on the Zambezi River or bungee jumping from Victoria Falls Bridge—the reason this place is called Africa’s Adventure Capital. Along with a leisurely sundowner cruise aboard the Lady Livingstone, your program also includes a flight over the falls.

Victoria Falls Experiences

Canoe rides down the Zambezi River, safaris on elephant back, animal drives, and market shopping are among the other options. Visit Victoria Falls on foot to soak in the breathtaking scenery; the months of March through May see the highest water levels.

Accommodation: The Victoria Falls Hotel

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