9-Day Tanzania Highlights and Gorilla Trekking Tour

Discover the ultimate East African adventure on this 9-day Tanzania Highlights & Gorilla Trekking Tour. Experience the Serengeti’s vast savannahs, Ngorongoro Crater’s abundant wildlife, and Tarangire’s majestic elephants. Cross into Rwanda to trek endangered mountain gorillas in Volcanoes National Park. Enjoy expert guides, thrilling game drives, and unforgettable encounters with Africa’s iconic wildlife on this compact yet action-packed safari.

Day 1: Arrival in Kilimanjaro / Arusha

Arrive at Kilimanjaro International Airport or Arusha Airport, where your guide will meet you. Transfer to your lodge in Arusha to relax and recover from your journey. Depending on arrival time, enjoy a brief city tour or explore local markets. Overnight in Arusha.

Day 2: Tarangire National Park Game Drive

After breakfast, drive to Tarangire National Park, famous for its large elephant herds and ancient baobab trees. Embark on an afternoon game drive to spot lions, buffalo, giraffes, zebras, and a variety of bird species. Enjoy sunset views before heading to your lodge for overnight.

Day 3: Lake Manyara National Park Safari

Travel to Lake Manyara National Park, renowned for its tree-climbing lions and hippo-filled lake. Explore the park on a full-day game drive, discovering flamingos, baboons, and abundant wildlife. In the evening, transfer to your lodge near Ngorongoro or Karatu for overnight stay.

Day 4: Ngorongoro Crater Game Drive

Descend into the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Ngorongoro Crater for a full-day safari. Observe lions, elephants, rhinos, buffaloes, and countless plains animals in this spectacular natural amphitheater. Enjoy a picnic lunch in the crater before returning to your lodge for dinner and overnight.

Day 5: Serengeti National Park – Game Drive

Drive to the world-famous Serengeti National Park, heart of the Great Migration. Along the way, enjoy the scenic landscapes of rolling savannahs and acacia forests. Check into your lodge or mobile camp, then embark on an afternoon game drive to spot lions, cheetahs, and wildebeest. Overnight in Serengeti.

Day 6: Full Day Serengeti Safari

Spend a full day in the Serengeti exploring its vast plains and spotting abundant wildlife. Witness predator-prey interactions, vast herds of zebras and wildebeest, and rare sightings such as leopards in the trees. Capture breathtaking photos and immerse yourself in this iconic safari environment. Overnight in Serengeti.

Day 7: Fly to Kigali and transfer to Volcanoes National Park

Fly to Kigali airport and then proceed to Volcanoes National Park, check from the hotel as you wait for the next day’s activities. 

Day 8: Gorilla Trekking in Volcanoes National Park

Experience one of the world’s most unforgettable adventures – gorilla trekking. Guided by expert trackers, hike through dense forest to find a habituated gorilla family. Spend up to one hour observing these majestic creatures, taking photos, and learning about conservation efforts. Return to your lodge for overnight.

Day 9: Departure via Kigali

After breakfast, transfer to Kigali International Airport for your departure flight. Depending on your schedule, enjoy a brief city tour or visit local craft markets. Conclude your 9-day safari adventure with incredible memories of Tanzania’s wildlife and Rwanda’s mountain gorillas.