After breakfast, travel to the world-famous Masai Mara National Reserve, where endless plains teem with wildlife.
Set out on your first game drive in search of Africa’s Big Five—lions, leopards, elephants, buffaloes, and rhinos.

As the sun sets, retreat to your luxurious safari lodge and enjoy panoramic views over the savannah.

Accommodation: Mara Serena Safari Lodge / Ashnil Mara Camp

Spend a full day exploring the Mara, witnessing one of nature’s greatest spectacles: the Great Wildebeest Migration (July–October).
See thousands of wildebeest and zebras courageously cross crocodile-infested rivers in search of greener pastures.

Optional: elevate your experience with a hot air balloon safari, floating above the plains at sunrise, followed by a bush side champagne breakfast—a truly once-in-a-lifetime experience.

Accommodation: Same as above

Cross into Tanzania through the Isebania border post and enter the legendary Serengeti National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site famed for its dramatic landscapes and abundant wildlife.
Spot cheetahs sprinting across the plains, elephants grazing gracefully, and lions resting under shady acacia trees.

Accommodation: Your hotel/lodge

Spend the day exploring the Serengeti’s diverse habitats, including the Seronera area, known for high predator activity.
Your Eyalama Travels guide will take you off the beaten path to witness the raw drama of African wildlife in its natural setting.

Accommodation: Your hotel/lodge

After a morning game drive, journey to the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, visiting a Maasai village en route to experience their culture, music, and crafts.

Descend 600 meters into the Ngorongoro Crater, a self-contained wildlife haven with over 25,000 animals including lions, rhinos, zebras, and hippos—a living masterpiece of nature.

Accommodation: Your hotel/lodge

Drive to Lake Manyara National Park, famous for its tree-climbing lions and vibrant flamingo flocks.
Enjoy a game drive amid its scenic forests and open plains, perfect for photography and wildlife spotting.

Accommodation: Lake Manyara Serena Lodge

Transfer to Arusha Airport for your flight to Kigali, Rwanda. Upon arrival, your Eyalama Travels representative will transfer you to your hotel.

Explore Kigali’s vibrant culture or visit the Kigali Genocide Memorial, a moving testament to Rwanda’s resilience.

Accommodation: Your hotel/lodge

Travel north through Rwanda’s rolling hills to Volcanoes National Park, home to mountain gorillas and golden monkeys.
The scenic drive offers breath-taking views of terraced farms and mist-covered volcanoes.

Accommodation: Five Volcanoes Boutique Hotel / Mountain Gorilla View Lodge

The highlight of your safari—gorilla trekking.

After an early briefing, follow experienced rangers into the forest in search of a gorilla family. Treks last 1–5 hours depending on their location, and you’ll spend up to an hour observing these magnificent creatures in their natural habitat.

Accommodation: Your hotel/lodge

Choose between tracking playful golden monkeys or immersing yourself in Rwandan culture at the Iby’Iwacu Cultural Village, learning through dance, music, and local cuisine.

Relax at your lodge in the afternoon and reflect on the unforgettable experiences of your safari.

Accommodation: Your hotel/lodge

After breakfast, drive back to Kigali, stopping at artisan markets for souvenirs.
Your Eyalama Travels team will ensure your smooth transfer to Kigali International Airport, marking the end of your epic 12-day East African adventure.