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Your 11-day itinerary, day by day
This is the exact 11-day route from the original trip page, starting with a Rwanda gorilla trek before flying to Nairobi and continuing by light aircraft through Samburu, Lewa and the Maasai Mara.
Duration11 days
Guide price$16,783
RouteKigali to Nairobi
Where you stay5 hotels, camps & lodges
Show prices inindicative only, we quote in USD
Make an Enquiry- Day 1-3
Arrive in Kigali and transfer to the Virunga Mountains
Arrive in Kigali in the morning, meet your guide and take a short city excursion with lunch before transferring to the Virunga Mountains. Settle into the lodge before dinner.
OvernightFive Volcanoes Boutique Hotel (2 nights)
- Day 2
Gorilla trekking in Volcanoes National Park
Start early with breakfast and a briefing at park headquarters, then trek into the forest to find your allocated gorilla family. Spend one hour with them before returning for lunch, then visit the Dian Fossey Gorilla Fund in the afternoon.
- Day 3-4
Return to Kigali and fly to Nairobi
Transfer back to Kigali Airport and connect with your onward flight to Nairobi, which is not included. On arrival, meet your driver and transfer to the hotel for a restful evening.
OvernightTamarind Tree Hotel (1 night)
- Day 4-6
Samburu National Reserve
Transfer to Wilson Airport and fly by light aircraft to Samburu. Settle into camp before an afternoon game drive, then spend the following day on shared morning and afternoon game drives.
OvernightElephant Bedroom Camp (2 nights)
- Day 6-8
Lewa Conservancy
Drive for around two hours to Lewa Conservancy, arriving with time to relax before lunch. Take an afternoon game drive, followed by shared morning and afternoon game drives the next day.
OvernightLewa Safari Camp (2 nights)
- Day 8-11
Maasai Mara National Reserve
Fly by light aircraft into the Maasai Mara and begin with an afternoon game drive. Spend two full days on morning and afternoon game drives, with the source itinerary focused on the migration herds and river crossings.
OvernightEntim Mara Camp (3 nights)
- Day 11
Return home via Nairobi
Transfer to the airstrip with a final game drive en route and fly to Nairobi Wilson. Lunch is arranged at the Carnivore Restaurant before the transfer to the international airport for your onward flight.
Your route through Rwanda and Kenya
The journey starts in Kigali and Volcanoes National Park, then flies through Nairobi to Samburu, continues by road to Lewa and finishes with a light-aircraft flight to the Maasai Mara.
- 1Kigali
- 2Volcanoes National Park
- 3Nairobi
- 4Samburu National Reserve
- 5Lewa Conservancy
- 6Maasai Mara
Each numbered stop follows the itinerary in order. Scheduled flights connect Rwanda, Nairobi, Samburu and the Maasai Mara, while Samburu and Lewa are linked by road.
Where you'll stay
Five named stays support the route. Five Volcanoes now uses verified GLS accommodation imagery, Tamarind Tree uses its established first-party gallery, and unmatched Kenya stays remain text-only rather than using speculative photos.
Volcanoes National Park, Rwanda
Five Volcanoes Boutique Hotel
A two-night base in the Virunga foothills for the gorilla trek and Dian Fossey Gorilla Fund visit.
Nairobi
Tamarind Tree Hotel
A convenient Nairobi hotel for the overnight connection between Rwanda and Kenya's safari regions.
Samburu National Reserve
Elephant Bedroom Camp
A two-night Samburu base for shared morning and afternoon game drives.
Lewa Conservancy
Lewa Safari Camp
A two-night conservancy stay reached by road from Samburu, with shared morning and afternoon game drives.
Maasai Mara National Reserve
Entim Mara Camp
A three-night camp inside the Maasai Mara for migration-focused morning and afternoon game drives.
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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, the Kigali to Nairobi flight and availability.
Your questions answered
How much does Gorilla Trekking & Kenya Safari cost?
The 11-day itinerary starts from $16,783 per person based on two people travelling together during the July to October high season. Final pricing depends on dates, gorilla permits, flights and camp availability.
How long do you spend with the gorillas?
After the trek and park briefing, you spend one hour with your allocated mountain gorilla family in Volcanoes National Park.
Is the flight from Kigali to Nairobi included?
No. The original itinerary states that the onward flight from Kigali to Nairobi is not included. We will coordinate the timing with the rest of the route.
Which Kenya safari regions are included?
The Kenya section includes Samburu National Reserve, Lewa Conservancy and three nights in the Maasai Mara National Reserve.
Can the route or camps be changed?
Yes. This is a tailor-made starting point. We can adjust the properties, add recovery time and shape the safari balance around your dates and priorities.
Talk to someone who's actually been there
Gorilla permits, an international connection and three Kenyan safari regions need careful coordination. Our East Africa specialists will align every flight, transfer and camp around your dates.
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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