6 Days Kenya Vacations and Gorilla Tracking Rwanda
This 6 Days Kenya Vacations and Gorilla Tracking Rwanda takes you through Kenya's most celebrated national parks, including the flamingo-rich Lake Nakuru and the legendary Masai Mara National Reserve, before concluding with Rwanda's world-famous mountain gorilla experience. Your Kenya Vacations and Gorilla Tracking Rwanda expedition offers the perfect blend of classic safari game viewing and once-in-a-lifetime gorilla encounters in Volcanoes National Park. This carefully crafted itinerary ensures you witness the Big Five, spectacular bird life, and the Great Migration while creating unforgettable memories with Rwanda's gentle giants.
The Kenya Vacations and Gorilla Tracking Rwanda experience showcases the incredible diversity of East African wildlife across two remarkable countries. Lake Nakuru National Park provides excellent opportunities to spot both black and white rhinos, lions, and leopards in a family-friendly environment perfect for all ages. The Masai Mara National Reserve offers world-class game viewing with abundant big cats and seasonal wildebeest migration spectacles that define authentic African safari experiences. Your Kenya Vacations and Gorilla Tracking Rwanda adventure seamlessly transitions from Kenya's savannah plains to Rwanda's misty mountain forests, creating a comprehensive East African wildlife experience.
This Kenya Vacations and Gorilla Tracking Rwanda journey culminates with an intimate encounter with mountain gorillas in Rwanda's Volcanoes National Park, home to several habituated gorilla families. The contrast between Kenya's open plains and Rwanda's dense montane forests provides diverse photographic opportunities and wildlife experiences. Professional English-speaking guides ensure your Kenya Vacations and Gorilla Tracking Rwanda adventure maximizes wildlife sightings while maintaining safety and comfort throughout both countries. This six-day expedition represents the perfect introduction to East Africa's most iconic destinations, combining accessibility with extraordinary wildlife encounters that will exceed all expectations.
Tour highlights
Day 1: Arrival and pick up from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, Nairobi
Day 2: Transfer to Lake Nakuru National Park for rhino tracking and flamingo viewing
Day 3: Proceed to Masai Mara National Reserve for Big Five safari experience
Day 4: Continue with a full day game viewing in the Masai Mara ecosystem
Day 5: Transfer to Kigali, Rwanda and proceed to Volcanoes National Park
Day 6: Continue with mountain gorilla tracking and departure transfer to Kigali
Price Includes:
- Park fees for Lake Nakuru National Park, Masai Mara National Reserve, and Volcanoes National Park
- All activities as mentioned in the itinerary, including gorilla tracking permits
- Ground transport per 4WD custom safari vehicle
- Bottled water in the safari vehicle throughout the journey
- Full board accommodation as mentioned in the itinerary
- Service of an English-speaking driver-guide in both countries
- Driver allowances and guide fees
- All mentioned activities except for the optional ones
- Airport transfers in both Kenya and Rwanda
- Internal flight from Nairobi to Kigali
Price Excludes:
- Kenya and Rwanda Visa fees
- International and internal flights (except Nairobi-Kigali)
- Personal needs such as gratuities, beverages, etc.
- Visa processing fees
- Air ticket costs for international flights
- Optional activities not mentioned in the itinerary
- Laundry fees
- Tips for guides, drivers, and trackers
- Life insurance coverage
- Other drinks apart from water
- Personal travel insurance (highly recommended)
- Souvenirs and personal shopping
- Optional hot air balloon safari in Masai Mara
Itinary in details
- Day1Arrival and pick up from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, Nairobi
Your Kenya Vacations and Gorilla Tracking Rwanda adventure begins with arrival and pick up from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport in Nairobi, Kenya's vibrant capital city. Upon arrival, our professional English-speaking driver-guide will warmly welcome you and provide a comprehensive briefing about your upcoming Kenya Vacations and Gorilla Tracking Rwanda expedition across two countries. The transfer from the airport to your comfortable Nairobi hotel takes approximately 45 minutes covering 20 kilometers through the city's bustling streets and modern developments. This first day allows you to rest, recover from international travel, and prepare for the incredible Kenya Vacations and Gorilla Tracking Rwanda journey ahead, with optional Nairobi city tours available for early arrivals.
- Day2Transfer to Lake Nakuru National Park for rhino tracking and flamingo viewing
Transfer to Lake Nakuru National Park marks the beginning of your Kenya Vacations and Gorilla Tracking Rwanda wildlife experience, departing Nairobi at 8:00 AM for this renowned bird sanctuary. The scenic 160-kilometer journey takes approximately 3 hours through Kenya's spectacular Rift Valley escarpment, offering breathtaking viewpoints and photo opportunities of the valley floor below. Upon arrival at Lake Nakuru, you'll immediately appreciate why this destination features prominently in Kenya Vacations and Gorilla Tracking Rwanda itineraries, with its alkaline lake supporting millions of flamingos and diverse wildlife populations. Your afternoon game drive focuses on black and white rhino tracking, lion and leopard spotting, making this Kenya Vacations and Gorilla Tracking Rwanda experience perfect for families seeking accessible yet thrilling wildlife encounters.
- Day3Proceed to Masai Mara National Reserve for Big Five safari experience
Proceed to the world-famous Masai Mara National Reserve, the crown jewel of your Kenya Vacations and Gorilla Tracking Rwanda safari adventure. After an early morning game drive in Lake Nakuru, the 270-kilometer journey to Masai Mara takes approximately 5 hours through Kenya's diverse landscapes, including traditional Maasai communities and their colorful markets. The Masai Mara represents the pinnacle of Kenya Vacations and Gorilla Tracking Rwanda wildlife experiences, covering 1,510 square kilometers of pristine savannah ecosystem that hosts the annual wildebeest migration. Your evening game drive introduces you to the reserve's incredible density of big cats, including lions, leopards, and cheetahs, setting the stage for tomorrow's intensive Kenya Vacations and Gorilla Tracking Rwanda wildlife viewing in this legendary destination.
- Day4Continue with a full day game viewing in the Masai Mara ecosystem
Continue with a full day of intensive game viewing in the Masai Mara ecosystem, maximizing your Kenya Vacations and Gorilla Tracking Rwanda safari experience in this world-renowned reserve. Early morning and afternoon game drives offer optimal opportunities to encounter the Big Five, with the Mara River providing dramatic wildlife crossings during migration seasons. The reserve's diverse habitats, including riverine forests, acacia woodlands, and open grasslands, support over 95 mammal species and 400 bird species, making your Kenya Vacations and Gorilla Tracking Rwanda adventure incredibly rewarding for wildlife enthusiasts. Optional hot air balloon safaris provide spectacular aerial perspectives of the ecosystem, while traditional Maasai village visits offer cultural insights that complement your Kenya Vacations and Gorilla Tracking Rwanda wildlife experiences with authentic local interactions.
- Day5Transfer to Kigali, Rwanda and proceed to Volcanoes National Park
Transfer to Kigali International Airport for your flight to Rwanda, transitioning from the Kenya safari portion to the gorilla tracking phase of your Kenya Vacations and Gorilla Tracking Rwanda adventure. The morning departure from Masai Mara includes a final game drive opportunity before the 270-kilometer journey to Nairobi's Wilson Airport takes approximately 5 hours. Upon arrival in Kigali, Rwanda's remarkably clean and organized capital, your Kenya Vacations and Gorilla Tracking Rwanda experience continues with a 2.5-hour drive covering 116 kilometers to Kinigi near Volcanoes National Park. The scenic route through Rwanda's "Land of a Thousand Hills" provides stunning landscapes of terraced hillsides and volcanic peaks, building anticipation for tomorrow's gorilla encounter that defines your Kenya Vacations and Gorilla Tracking Rwanda expedition.
- Day6Continue with mountain gorilla tracking and departure transfer to Kigali
Continue with the ultimate highlight of your Kenya Vacations and Gorilla Tracking Rwanda adventure - mountain gorilla tracking in Volcanoes National Park, home to several habituated gorilla families. The early morning briefing at Kinigi headquarters prepares you for this once-in-a-lifetime experience, before trekking into bamboo forests and montane vegetation in search of these gentle giants. Your Kenya Vacations and Gorilla Tracking Rwanda journey reaches its emotional peak during the magical hour spent observing gorilla families in their natural habitat, creating memories that last forever. After the gorilla tracking experience, the return journey to Kigali takes 2.5 hours, allowing time for reflection on your incredible Kenya Vacations and Gorilla Tracking Rwanda achievements before international departure or optional Kigali city exploration and genocide memorial visits.