Gorillas and the Great Migration
Tanzania and Rwanda
Trip Summary
Experience gorilla trekking, a wildebeest migration and more on this incredible adventure.
Highlights
- Experience the wildebeest migration in the comfort of an exclusive and authentic luxury mobile tented camp
- Scenic aerial flights over dramatic East African Rift landscapes and Mt. Kilimanjaro
- Game drive in the ancient Ngorongoro Crater floor with sightings of lions, rhinos, zebras, elephants, giraffes and flamingoes
- Night game drives in search of nocturnal species
- Cultural interaction with the Masai
- Two days gorilla trekking in the Volcanoes National Park
Itinerary
Day 1
Arrive Kilimanjaro, Tanzania.
Lodging:Arusha lodge (B)
Days 2 - 3
Scheduled charter flight to Tarangire National Park.
Lodging:12-bed luxury mobile tented camp (B,L,D)
Day 4
Scheduled charter flight to Manyara. Drive to Ngorongoro Crater where your hotel is located on the Crater rim.
Lodging:Ngorongoro Crater (B,L,D)
Days 5 - 6
Scheduled charter flight to Serengeti National Park. 12-bed luxury mobile tented camp, strategically situated to experience the wildebeest migration.
Lodging:12-bed luxury mobile tented camp (B,L,D)
Days 7 - 8
Drive to Loliondo in northern Serengeti for game viewing and Masai cultural visits.
Day 9
Charter flight to Kilimanjaro.
Gorilla Viewing Extension
Price: $2180
Single Supplement: $540
Day 9
Commercial flight to Kigali, Rwanda. Enjoy world class Rwandan dance performance this evening. Luxury hotel (B)
Days 10 - 12
After visiting local markets, drive to Volcanoes National Park. Enjoy gorilla trekking for the next two days. (B,L,D)
Day 13
Return to Kigali. International flight home. (B)
Cost
Core Trip Cost: $7,360 per person, double occupancy; $950 single supplement
Optional Extension Cost: $2,180 per person, double occupancy; $540 single supplement; Gorilla permits (2): $1,100 per person
Preparing For Your Adventure
At Bushtracks, we believe that being prepared for your adventure makes a world of difference in your ability to savor your travels.
Our experienced team knows just what kind of information you'll find most valuable in your final preparations for the exciting adventure ahead. We'll include much of this in your Expedition Planner and Preparation Package, sent to you before departure. Our knowledgeable staff is on hand to answer any additional questions. So you can know before you go, you'll receive:
Detailed itinerary and typical day on safari. Learn what a "typical day" might look like, even though we all know each day holds a new adventure.
Etiquette and customs highlights. As a guest in any country it is best to be aware of local customs and expected behavior. You'll be privy to critical insights into tactful behavior and overall cultural sensitivities.
Health and insurance information. Bushtracks Expeditions automatically covers you with International Medical Evacuation Insurance and Accident/Sickness Medical Coverage. We'll also send you information on supplemental insurance and a listing of immunization requirements.
Travel tips. Keeping you safe and healthy is our number one priority. We'll help you determine food and water safety, how to avoid sun over-exposure, clothing and packing lists, tips for avoiding motion sickness, local currency exchange suggestions and much more.
Reading lists. To help you prepare for this expedition, we'll send you specially selected field guides and a comprehensive reading list.
Documents. Passport requirements and visa kits with full instructions.
Voucher wallet. Just before departure, you will receive an attractive voucher wallet holding all relevant air tickets and travel vouchers to submit to ground operators for prepaid flights, tours and accommodations.
Contact information. An extensive list of contact information so those at home can be informed on how to reach you.