This itinerary pairs gorilla trekking from Bisate Lodge, one of the Virungas’ most architecturally striking properties, with a migration-season stay at Angama Mara, perched on the Oloololo Escarpment with sweeping views across the reserve.
Detailed Itinerary
DAY 1
Arrival at Kigali International Airport, then a scenic drive to Bisate Lodge.
Arrive Kigali, Transfer to Bisate Lodge
Accommodation
LuxuryBisate Lodge
Meals: Lunch, Dinner
DAY 2
A full day tracking a habituated mountain gorilla family through the Virunga volcanoes.
Gorilla Trekking, Volcanoes National Park
Accommodation
As above
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
DAY 3
A morning trek through the bamboo zone tracking a troop of golden monkeys, with the afternoon at leisure.
Golden Monkey Trekking
Accommodation
As above
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
DAY 4
A transfer to Kigali, flying via Nairobi to a private Maasai Mara airstrip.
Fly Kigali to Nairobi to Maasai Mara
Accommodation
LuxuryAngama Mara
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
DAY 5
A full day across the Mara’s plains for lion, leopard and, in season, migrating wildebeest herds.
Full Day Maasai Mara Game Drives
Accommodation
As above
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
DAY 6
A day based at the Mara River’s crossing points, watching for herds gathering to cross.
Mara River Crossing Points
Accommodation
As above
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
DAY 7
An optional pre-dawn hot air balloon flight over the Mara, followed by a champagne bush breakfast.
Optional Hot Air Balloon Safari, Maasai Mara
Accommodation
As above
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
DAY 8
A further game drive day, exploring different sectors of the reserve.
Second Full Day Maasai Mara
Accommodation
As above
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
DAY 9
A final morning game drive, then a flight to Nairobi for your onward international connection.
Departure
Meals: Breakfast
Permits & Costs
| Rwanda gorilla permit | $1,500 per person |
| Golden monkey permit | $100 per person |
| Maasai Mara conservancy fees | ~$120 per person per day |
| Hot air balloon safari (optional) | ~$550 per person |
Who This Itinerary Suits
Travellers who want the two signature East Africa experiences without any compromise on lodge quality between them.Tour Includes
- All ground transport in private 4×4 safari vehicles
- Regional flight segments
- Professional English-speaking driver-guides in each country
- All accommodation as named, full board
- Gorilla & golden monkey permits, Mara conservancy fees
Tour Excludes
- International flights
- Hot air balloon safari (if selected)
- Visas
- Tips & gratuities
- Travel insurance