10 Days Rwanda & Tanzania Primate & Plains Safari

Overview Itinerary

This 10-day Rwanda and Tanzania safari combines the extraordinary mountain gorilla trekking experience in Volcanoes National Park with the world-famous wildlife safaris of Serengeti National Park and the Ngorongoro Crater. Designed for travellers seeking both intimacy and scale, this private safari offers rainforest primate encounters, vast savannah landscapes, and handpicked premium to luxury lodge accommodations. From gorilla trekking in Rwanda to Big Five game drives in Tanzania, this itinerary delivers a complete East Africa safari experience with seamless regional flights and personalized service.

Day 1 – Arrival in Kigali, Rwanda

Arrival at Kigali International Airport.

Private transfer to your hotel.

Optional Kigali city tour including:

  • Kigali Genocide Memorial
  • Local artisan markets
  • Fine dining experience

Overnight in Kigali.

Day 2 – Transfer to Volcanoes National Park

Scenic 2.5-hour drive to Volcanoes National Park.

Check in at your selected premium or luxury lodge.

Afternoon at leisure.

Overnight near Volcanoes National Park.

Day 3 – Gorilla Trekking in Rwanda

Early breakfast followed by transfer to park headquarters.

Guided gorilla trekking experience with expert trackers.

Spend one hour observing a mountain gorilla family.

Return to lodge for relaxation.

Overnight at lodge.

Day 4 – Leisure or Optional Golden Monkey Tracking

Morning at leisure or optional golden monkey tracking.

Afternoon transfer back to Kigali.

Overnight in Kigali.

Day 5 – Flight to Tanzania (Serengeti Access)

Transfer to airport for regional flight to Tanzania.

Connect onward to Serengeti National Park.

Afternoon game drive upon arrival.

Overnight in Serengeti.

Day 6 – Full-Day Serengeti Safari

Early morning game drive in search of:

  • Lions
  • Elephants
  • Leopards
  • Buffalo
  • Cheetahs

Optional full-day safari with picnic lunch.

Overnight in Serengeti.

Day 7 – Serengeti Exploration

Continue exploring different regions of Serengeti.

Possible Great Migration sightings (seasonal).

Overnight in Serengeti.

Day 8 – Transfer to Ngorongoro

Morning safari before transferring to Ngorongoro Conservation Area.

Check in at lodge overlooking crater rim.

Overnight near Ngorongoro.

Day 9 – Ngorongoro Crater Safari

Descend into Ngorongoro Crater for a full-day wildlife safari.

Possible sightings include:

  • Black rhino
  • Lion
  • Elephant
  • Hippo
  • Hyena

Return to lodge in afternoon.

Day 10 – Return to Arusha & Departure

Transfer to Arusha or Kilimanjaro International Airport for departure.

End of your Rwanda & Tanzania multi-country safari.

Your safari can be tailored to either upper mid-range comfort or high-end luxury.

Premium Collection:

  • Five Volcanoes Boutique Hotel
  • Melia Serengeti Lodge
  • Ngorongoro Serena Lodge

Luxury Collection:

  • Singita Kwitonda Lodge (Rwanda)
  • Four Seasons Safari Lodge Serengeti
  • Ngorongoro Crater Lodge

Lodge selection depends on availability, season, and preferred comfort level.

WHAT’S INCLUDED

  • Private 4×4 safari vehicle
  • Professional English-speaking guides
  • Park entrance fees (excluding gorilla permit unless specified)
  • Ngorongoro Crater fees
  • Airport transfers
  • Bottled water during safari

NOT INCLUDED

  • International flights
  • Gorilla trekking permit
  • Regional flights (if quoted separately)
  • Visa fees
  • Travel insurance
  • Personal expenses

From $6,200 per person (based on double occupancy)

Why Choose This Rwanda & Tanzania Safari?

  • Gorilla trekking in Volcanoes National Park
  • Big Five safari in Serengeti
  • Ngorongoro Crater wildlife experience
  • Seamless regional flight connections
  • Private 4×4 safari vehicle in each country
  • Mid-range to luxury lodge options
  • Fully customizable itinerary

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Yes. Combining gorilla trekking in Rwanda with Serengeti safari in Tanzania provides both intimate primate encounters and large-scale savannah wildlife experiences in one journey.

Flights typically range between 2–4 hours depending on routing and connection point.

Gorilla trekking is available year-round. The Serengeti Great Migration is typically best viewed between June and October.

Yes. All Huza Gateway multi-country safaris are privately guided.

Ready to combine gorilla trekking and Serengeti safari in one unforgettable journey?

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