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37 Days | An unforgettable African journey from Kigali to Windhoek
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37 days
Start
Kigali, Rwanda
Finish
Windhoek, Namibia
Trip Code
YGPUC
Min Age
15
Trip Size
1 - 12
Physical Rating
Meals
32 breakfasts, 18 lunches, 30 dinners
Transport
4x4 Safari Vehicle, Boat, Private Vehicle, Plane
Accommodation
Hotel (10 nights), Lodge (23 nights), Permanent tented camp (3 nights)
From £28,672(37 days)
Trip Informations
Embrace the adventure of a lifetime on a 37-day Premium journey through Africa. Enter the world of rare mountain gorillas in Uganda’s Bwindi Impenetrable Forest, take in quintessential East Africa in the Masai Mara, search for wildlife in the Kruger National Park, be amazed by the showstopping Victoria Falls, search for a wealth of elephants in Chobe National Park and marvel at the desert landscapes of Swakopmund and Sossusvlei. From the forests of Uganda to the vast grasslands of Kenya to the national parks of Southern Africa and Botswana, and the otherworldly landscapes of Namibia, few places on the planet offer such spectacular diversity and wildlife.
Why you’ll love this trip
With your gorilla permit included in the price of the trip, spend a day trekking (with an optional second) through Bwindi Impenetrable Forest to get close to Uganda's rare mountain gorillas for an unforgettable hour.
Let your Feature Stays take you close to nature, from spectacular views at our gorilla lodge surrounded by jungle in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park to a lodge next to the Namib-Naukluft National Park with views of the ethereal desert landscape.
Enjoy a front-row seat for wildlife viewings during 4x4 game drives in the Masai Mara, the Namibian desert, Lake Nakuru's National Park, Chobe National Park, Etosha National Park and Kruger National Park, with expert guides at the helm.
Discover the region’s best with Exclusive Experiences, including dinner with a local park ranger, a boat trip on Lake Naivasha, 4x4 drive through the Makgadikgadi Pans and a privately catered cruise down the Zambezi River.
Visit a local Maasai community known for championing Maasai women’s health and education. During this Exclusive Experience, you’ll be welcomed by traditional Maasai warrior song and dance and learn about this remarkable culture.
Take in the spectacular contrasts of Namibia – climb the iconic Dune 45 to see the sand dunes of the Sossusvlei, explore the picturesque Deadvlei Salt Pans, Sesriem Canyon and Damaraland’s ancient rock paintings and petrified forests.
By travelling on this trip, you’ll directly support our Tuuur Foundation partner, Gorilla Doctors. Donations help them care for injured mountain and Grauer's gorillas – contributing to the long-term sustainability of gorilla populations.
Is this trip right for you?
Tracking gorillas in the dense forest can sometimes be wet, humid, muddy and uncomfortable. The terrain is by no means easy either, so it can be pretty strenuous walking. You need to be prepared and fit enough to walk up to 4 hours up and down hills (perhaps pack some gardening gloves to assist in any up-hill climbs). But the sheer thrill of coming across a habituated group of gorillas, dominated by a great male silverback, more than outweighs any difficulty.
The gorilla trek is a shared activity. You may be split into different groups according to fitness level, and be accompanied by other travellers on your trek. However there will only be a maximum of 8 people per gorilla family, plus a local Uganda Wildlife Ranger and trackers.
This itinerary features some long travel days, which can be exacerbated by bumpy African roads. It is recommended that you pay close attention to the given approximations of driving hours.
As the early bird catches the worm, the early camper sights the animals. There will be many early starts either to make use of the better safari time or to beat the morning traffic on long travel days.
Itinerary
Inclusions
Meals
32 breakfasts, 18 lunches, 30 dinners
Transport
4x4 Safari Vehicle, Boat, Private Vehicle, Plane
Accommodation
Hotel (10 nights), Lodge (23 nights), Permanent tented camp (3 nights)
Activities
Kigali - Welcome Dinner
Kigali - Genocide Memorial Centre
Kigali - City Tour
Kigali - Traditional Ugandan Lunch
Bwindi - Gorilla Doctors Veterinarian Educational Talk
Bwindi National Park - Mountain Gorilla Permit & Trek
Complimentary Arrival Transfer
Nairobi - Welcome Dinner
Lake Naivasha - Boat trip
Lake Naivasha - Elsamere Conservation Centre
Lake Nakuru - Afternoon 4x4 Game Drive
Lake Nakuru - Morning 4x4 Game Drive
Loita Hills - Cultural talk and village visit
Masai Mara - Sundowner and snacks
Masai Mara - Full Day 4x4 Game Drive
Masai Mara - Afternoon 4x4 Game Drive
Johannesburg - Welcome Dinner
Kruger National Park - Afternoon Game Drive
Kruger National Park - Full Day Open Safari Vehicle Game Drive
Kruger National Park - Sundowner Drinks
Victoria Falls – Zambezi River Dinner Cruise
Victoria Falls - Victoria Falls tour Zimbabwe Side
Chobe National Park - River cruise
Chobe National Park - Morning 4x4 Game Drive
Chobe - Welcome Dinner
Chobe National Park - 4x4 Game Drive
Zambezi River - Morning River Cruise
Zambezi River - Afternoon River Cruise
Makgadikgadi Pans - Sunset 4x4 Excursion & Sundowner
Makgadikgadi Pans - Meerkat & Kalahari Bushman Experience
Okavango Delta - Mokoro safari
Okavango Delta - Expert Guided Bush Walk
Okavango Delta - Full Day Mokoro
Windhoek - Welcome Dinner
Sesriem - Guided Nature Drive & Sundowners
Sesriem - Sossusvlei & Deadvlei Salt Pan Visit
Sesriem - Dune 45 Visit
Sesriem - Sesriem Canyon Visit
Solitaire - Bakery Visit & Apple Pie Tasting
Swakopmund - Leader-led Orientation Tour
Walvis Bay - Visit
Damaraland - Sunset Walk
Damaraland - Twyfelfontein Bushman Paintings
Damaraland - Twyfelfontein Heritage Site
Damaraland - Petrified Forest
Damaraland - Living Museum of the Damara
Etosha NP - PM Game Drive (4x4)
Etosha NP - AM Game Drive (4x4)
Add on activities
Bwindi Impenetrable Forrest - Nombe Forest Pocket (5-6hrs) - USD120
Bwindi Impenetrable Forrest - Trek To The Top of The World (2-3hrs) - USD50
Bwindi Impenetrable Forrest - Coffee Tour & Lake Mutanda Canoe (6-7hrs) - USD120
Bwindi Impenetrable Forrest - Gorilla Buffer Zone Walk (2-3hrs) - USD50
Bwindi Impenetrable Forrest - Buniga Batwa Cultural Trail - USD30
Nairobi - City Experience Urban Adventure - USD55
Masai Mara National Reserve - Balloon ride (from price) - USD625
Masai Mara - Half Day Game Drive - USD80
Masai Mara National Reserve - Guided Walking Safari - USD30
Victoria Falls - Helicopter Flight (25 mins - Excludes US$30 fuel surcharge and NP fees) - USD284
Victoria Falls - Helicopter Flight of the Angels (12 mins - Excludes US$25 fuel surcharge and NP fees) - USD150
Chobe National Park - 4x4 Game Drive - BWP580
Swakopmund - Swakopmund Museum - USD2
Swakopmund - Seal and dolphin cruise - USD60
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Important notes
1. This trip requires a higher non-refundable deposit (AUD1000, USD1000, EUR800, NZD1250, GBP650, CAD1000, ZAR8000, CHF900) in order to secure the included gorilla permit. Please note that we need to confirm availability of a gorilla permit if you are booking within 45 days of departure. The additional deposit paid at time of booking will be credited to the final balance of your booking.
2. Please note that the Gorilla Permit included is only valid for one day on Day 4. For those who are interested for a second trek, please consult your booking agent about purchasing the second Gorilla Permit.
3. A single supplement is available on all nights of this trip, subject to availability. Please speak to your booking agent for further information.
4. A complimentary airport arrival transfer is included; valid if you are arriving on Day 1 or if you have booked pre-tour accommodation through us. You must provide your flight details to your booking agent at least 14 days prior to travel.
5. An optional sunrise balloon ride in the Masai Mara is possible on this itinerary. Please see the itinerary above for full details of this activity. As the balloon only holds 16 people, places are limited and we recommend you book in advance. Please inquire when booking your trip to book this optional activity.
6. This trip includes flights. The luggage allowance is 23kg for check in luggage and 8kg for carry on.
7. Travel is always an adventure and our leaders are experts when it comes to dealing with anything unexpected along the journey, so sit back and relax while they take care of the rest.
8. Border crossing delays in the region have been sporadic and difficult to predict. What takes an hour one day may take four hours the next. This may affect the order of activities in the itinerary. We understand this uncertainty can be frustrating, and we strongly recommend packing a bit of patience and flexibility.
9. Depending on the departure date, we may use other luxury camps for our Feature Stay in Kenya, including Mara Engai, Amani Mara or Fig Tree Camp.
10. Depending on the departure date, we may use Desert Hills Lodge for our Feature Stay in Namibia.
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