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Your 11-day itinerary, day by day
This is the exact 11-day route from the original trip page, using premium lodges and carefully timed flights to connect Rwanda's gorilla country, two Serengeti sectors and Zanzibar.
Duration11 days
Guide price$47,455
RouteKigali to Zanzibar
Where you stay4 luxury lodges & camps
Show prices inindicative only, we quote in USD
Make an Enquiry- Day 1-3
Arrive in Kigali and transfer to Volcanoes National Park
Arrive at Kigali Airport before 1pm and transfer into the foothills of Volcanoes National Park, the home of Rwanda's mountain gorillas.
OvernightOne&Only Gorilla's Nest (2 nights)
- Day 2
Gorilla trekking in Volcanoes National Park
Begin with an early briefing at park headquarters, then trek into the forest to find your allocated gorilla family. Spend one hour with them before returning to the lodge for an afternoon at leisure.
- Day 3-5
Northern Serengeti
Transfer to Kigali and fly to the Serengeti via Mwanza. Meet your guide on arrival and game drive to camp, then spend the following day exploring the Serengeti plains.
OvernightSingita Mara River Tented Camp (2 nights)
- Day 5-8
Private Grumeti reserve
Fly to the next Serengeti sector and settle into the lodge on the banks of the Grumeti River. Take an afternoon game drive and sundowner, then spend two full days exploring the private reserve.
OvernightSingita Faru Faru Lodge (3 nights)
- Day 8-11
Zanzibar
Fly from the Serengeti to Zanzibar and transfer to your luxury beach resort. Days nine and ten are completely at leisure.
OvernightZanzibar White Sand Luxury Villas & Spa (3 nights)
- Day 11
Depart Zanzibar
Enjoy a final day at leisure before transferring to Zanzibar Airport for your onward flight arrangements.
Your exclusive route through Rwanda and Tanzania
The journey starts in Kigali and Volcanoes National Park, flies via Mwanza into the northern Serengeti, continues to the private Grumeti reserve and finishes on Zanzibar.
- 1Kigali
- 2Volcanoes National Park
- 3Northern Serengeti
- 4Grumeti Reserve
- 5Zanzibar
- 6Zanzibar International Airport
Each numbered stop follows the itinerary in order. Regional and light-aircraft flights connect Rwanda, the Serengeti sectors and Zanzibar.
Where you'll stay
Four exceptional properties define the route. One&Only Gorilla's Nest now uses verified GLS accommodation imagery, while the two Singita properties retain their established first-party galleries. The Zanzibar stay remains text-only rather than using speculative photos.
Volcanoes National Park, Rwanda
One&Only Gorilla's Nest
A two-night forest lodge in the foothills of Volcanoes National Park for the gorilla trekking section.
Northern Serengeti
Singita Mara River Tented Camp
An intimate luxury tented camp on the Mara River for two nights in the northern Serengeti.
Grumeti Reserve, Serengeti
Singita Faru Faru Lodge
A three-night lodge on the Grumeti River, positioned for private-reserve game drives and sundowners.
Zanzibar
Zanzibar White Sand Luxury Villas & Spa
A three-night luxury beach stay with two complete days at leisure before the airport transfer.
Ready to plan your Exclusive East Africa?
Share your dates, priorities and budget. One of our East Africa specialists will come back with first thoughts and tailor this itinerary around you, with no obligation.
What's included
Every Brilliant trip is fully inclusive of the things that matter, plus a level of support you won't find with an off-the-shelf package.
In your price
- Experienced safari guides
- All domestic and internal flights listed in the itinerary
- All road transfers and airport pick-ups and drop-offs
- All accommodation as per the itinerary, amendable to your budget and preferences
- Fees for guides, scouts, drivers and cooks
- All entrance and park fees
- Fees for all activities as per the programme
- Shared or private daily game drives, depending on your route and preferences
- Full-board meal plan unless specified otherwise
- Select local-brand drinks on safari
- AMREF Flying Doctors cover
- Conservation charges
With Brilliant, you'll also get
- One-to-one planning with a dedicated East Africa specialist through our Bucket List Safari System
- A local ground-support team on hand throughout your trip
- Dedicated pre-travel support for practical questions and preparation
- A personalised guest portal and mobile app
- WhatsApp contact with your local support team
- A one-to-one safety briefing
- Step-by-step visa and travel-document guidance
- Access to our international flight specialist for US guests
The 'Life Happens' Postponement Guarantee
If life gets in the way and you need to postpone your trip, we won't charge any fees to move it and your deposit is applied to the rescheduled dates. Terms and conditions apply, enquire for details.
Prices are per person based on two people travelling together during high season from July to October. Final pricing depends on dates, gorilla permits, flight schedules and lodge availability.
Your questions answered
How much does Exclusive East Africa cost?
The 11-day itinerary starts from $47,455 per person based on two people travelling together during the July to October high season. Final pricing depends on dates, permits, flights and lodge availability.
Which countries does the trip visit?
The journey starts in Rwanda for Volcanoes National Park, then continues to Tanzania for the northern Serengeti, Grumeti reserve and Zanzibar.
How much time is spent gorilla trekking?
The trip includes one gorilla trek in Volcanoes National Park, with one hour spent with your allocated mountain gorilla family.
How do you travel between the safari regions?
The itinerary uses a flight from Kigali to the Serengeti via Mwanza, then light-aircraft flights between the northern Serengeti, Grumeti and Zanzibar.
Can the lodges or beach stay be changed?
Yes. This is a tailor-made starting point. We can adjust the lodge mix, extend any region and match the level of privacy and service to your priorities.
Talk to someone who's actually been there
This route depends on premium lodge availability, gorilla permits and coordinated regional flights. Our East Africa specialists will shape every detail around your dates and preferred pace.
Barry
Safari Specialist & Field Guide
Alyson
Guest Experience Specialist
Tracy
Tailor-Made Safari Specialist
Holly
Guest Experience Specialist
Marc
Africa Travel Specialist
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Interested in Exclusive East Africa? Tell us your dates, budget and priorities. An East Africa specialist will tailor the gorilla trek, premium lodges, flights and Zanzibar stay from the first conversation.
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