WORLD FRONTIEREXPEDITIONSWORLD FRONTIEREXPEDITIONSWORLD FRONTIEREXPEDITIONSWORLD FRONTIEREXPEDITIONS18 days · 17 nights
Wildlife, wilderness and the mountain gorillas.
Footage: Serengeti, Tanzania · Gorilla: Giles Laurent, CC BY-SA 4.0
The experience
Discover the vivid contrasts of East Africa on an extraordinary 18-day expedition. Begin in Kenya, where sweeping savannah, unforgettable wildlife encounters and the people of the Maasai Mara reveal the timeless wonder of safari travel.
Then fly to Rwanda, the Land of a Thousand Hills. Explore Kigali, trek into the misty forests of Volcanoes National Park in search of mountain gorillas, and unwind on the scenic shores of Lake Kivu.
Highlights
Wildlife-rich grasslands, unforgettable game drives and thoughtfully arranged time with the Maasai community.
A landscape famed for its elephant herds, with Kilimanjaro rising behind them when the skies are clear.
One of Africa's most moving conservation encounters, led by authorised trackers in Volcanoes National Park.
A city of creativity, resilience and innovation, with markets, art and a thoughtfully guided history.
A gentle lakeside finale, with time to reflect after the intensity of safari and trekking.
Day by day
A proposed sequence. Exact properties, routes and timings are confirmed when you book.
Day 01
Welcome to Kenya. Arrive in Nairobi, meet your expedition team and settle into your accommodation ahead of the remarkable journey to come.
Day 02
Visit the Sheldrick Wildlife Trust Nairobi Nursery for its orphan-elephant conservation program, followed by the Giraffe Centre. Nursery access requires advance reservations.
Day 03
Journey into the celebrated Maasai Mara, a landscape of rolling grasslands and abundant wildlife. Settle into safari accommodation and enjoy an introductory game drive as scheduling allows.
Day 04
Search the savannah for lions, elephants, giraffes and other remarkable species on guided game drives. Experience the changing colors and rhythms of the Mara.
Day 05
Enjoy further wildlife encounters and a respectfully arranged cultural experience with the Maasai community. A sunrise balloon safari may be arranged optionally.
Day 06
Travel toward the Great Rift Valley and Lake Nakuru. Discover the dramatic contrast between the open plains and this important wetland and wildlife sanctuary.
Day 07
Explore Lake Nakuru National Park on guided game drives, looking for rhinos, buffalo, birdlife and, when conditions allow, flamingos along the lake.
Day 08
Continue through Kenya toward Amboseli National Park, celebrated for its elephant populations and magnificent views of Mount Kilimanjaro. This is a longer travel day.
Day 09
Set out on a game drive across Amboseli's grasslands, swamps and woodlands. Photograph elephants against the unforgettable backdrop of Kilimanjaro, weather permitting.
Day 10
A second day allows time for more wildlife viewing and the shifting moods of this iconic ecosystem, from early morning light to the warm glow of the late afternoon.
Day 11
Travel back to Nairobi for an overnight stay and prepare for the onward journey to Rwanda. The precise transfer and flight arrangements will be confirmed before departure.
Day 12
Fly from Nairobi to Kigali and discover the welcoming Rwandan capital. Enjoy a first introduction to the city's hills, neighborhoods and contemporary culture.
Day 13
Explore Kigali's markets, arts, cuisine and heritage. A thoughtfully guided visit to the Kigali Genocide Memorial may be included according to guests' preferences.
Day 14
Travel north to Musanze and the remarkable Virunga volcanic landscapes. Settle in near Volcanoes National Park and learn about local conservation and community initiatives.
Day 15
Enter the forest with authorized trackers and guides for an extraordinary mountain gorilla encounter. Trek duration and terrain vary; permits and access are strictly regulated.
Day 16
Journey to the beautiful Lake Kivu shoreline, with time to enjoy panoramic views, lakeside hospitality and the peaceful surroundings of western Rwanda.
Day 17
Spend a relaxing day along Lake Kivu, with optional gentle exploration, a lakeside walk or a boat outing where conditions and the final program allow.
Day 18
Travel back to Kigali for your onward departure, carrying memories of East Africa's extraordinary wildlife, people and landscapes.
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