10-Day Tanzania and Rwanda Safari with Gorilla Trekking and Big Five

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Day 01

Arrival in Arusha and Safari Welcome

• Arrive at Kilimanjaro International Airport and transfer to Arusha.
• Check in at your lodge and relax after the journey.
• Receive a safari briefing from Discern Into Tanzania Safari.

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Day 02

Tarangire National Park Game Drive

• Depart after breakfast for Tarangire National Park.
• Enjoy a full game drive among baobab landscapes and wildlife.
• Spot elephants, lions, giraffes, and diverse bird species.
• Have a picnic lunch inside the park.
• Transfer to your lodge for dinner and overnight.

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Day 03

Journey to Lake Natron through Maasai Country

• Travel through Maasai country towards Lake Natron.
• Arrive in a volcanic landscape rich with flamingos.
• Take a guided walk to waterfalls nearby.
• Enjoy views of Ol Doinyo Lengai volcano.
• Dinner and overnight near Lake Natron.

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Day 04

Lake Natron to the Serengeti Plains

• After an early breakfast near Lake Natron, depart for the legendary Serengeti National Park.
• Journey through remote northern landscapes with scenic views along the way.
• Arrive in time for an afternoon game drive across the endless plains.
• Begin exploring Serengeti, home to lions, cheetahs, elephants, and vast herds of wildlife.
• Dinner and overnight stay in the heart of the Serengeti wilderness.

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Day 05

Full-Day Serengeti Wildlife Safari

• Spend a full day exploring the vast plains of Serengeti National Park on thrilling game drives.
• Track predators such as lions, cheetahs, and leopards across the savannah.
• Witness large herds of wildebeest and zebras moving across the open plains.
• Enjoy a picnic lunch in the wild surrounded by breathtaking landscapes.
• Return to your camp or lodge in the evening for dinner and overnight in the heart of the Serengeti.

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Day 06

Serengeti to Ngorongoro Highlands

• After a morning game drive in Serengeti National Park, depart for the scenic Ngorongoro Conservation Area.
• Enjoy wildlife sightings along the way as the landscape transitions from open plains to lush highlands.
• Arrive at the crater rim and take in breathtaking views of the world-famous caldera.
• Dinner and overnight stay at your lodge overlooking the Ngorongoro Highlands.

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Day 07

Ngorongoro Crater Safari and Flight to Rwanda

• After an early breakfast, descend into the spectacular Ngorongoro Crater for a game drive in this wildlife-rich natural wonder, home to the Big Five and diverse ecosystems.
• Enjoy a safari experience with a picnic lunch inside the crater.
• Ascend the crater and transfer back to Arusha for your onward flight to Kigali, Rwanda.
• Upon arrival in Kigali, transfer to your hotel for overnight stay and relaxation.

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Day 08

Kigali City Tour and Transfer to Volcanoes National Park

• After breakfast in Kigali, enjoy a brief city tour including the Kigali Genocide Memorial.
• Continue driving through Rwanda's scenic countryside towards Volcanoes National Park, home of the endangered mountain gorillas.
• Arrive at your lodge nestled in the foothills of the Virunga Mountains.
• Relax and prepare for the next day's unforgettable gorilla trekking experience.

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Day 09

Gorilla Trekking in Volcanoes National Park

• After an early briefing, head into Volcanoes National Park for a once-in-a-lifetime gorilla trekking adventure.
• Hike through dense rainforest in search of a habituated mountain gorilla family.
• Spend one magical hour observing them in their natural habitat.
• Witness their behaviour, social interactions, and gentle presence up close.
• Return to your lodge for relaxation, dinner, and overnight surrounded by the misty Virunga Volcanoes.

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Day 10

Departure from Kigali

• Enjoy a relaxed breakfast at your lodge in Kigali, depending on your flight schedule.
• Transfer to Kigali International Airport for your onward journey.
• This marks the end of your unforgettable 10-day Tanzania and Rwanda safari adventure with Discern Into Tanzania Safari.