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Gorillas to Vic Falls In Depth Overview

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    • Trip Price tool tip
      USD $3,595
      CAD $3,620
      AUD $3,500
      EUR €2,805
      GBP £2,180
      NZD $4,485
      ZAR R27,955
      CHF FR3,245
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      USD $3,480
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    • Total price tool tip
      USD $7,075*
      CAD $6,999*
      AUD $6,830*
      EUR €5,234*
      GBP £4,302*
      NZD $8,661*
      ZAR R52,158*
      CHF FR5,997*
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Trip Validity

  • 2012-01-01 - 2013-12-31

Travel into the heart of Africa from Nairobi to Victoria Falls.

See the very best of East Africa on this epic trip from Nairobi to Vic Falls. Visit Zanzibar, Tanzania, Malawi, Zambia and Zimbabwe on this in-depth tour that encompasses tropical palm-fringed beaches, exotic wilderness safaris and up-close cultural experiences. Explore the A-list of national parks and reserves, including Lake Nakuru, the Masai Mara, the Serengeti and Ngorongoro Crater, spot the Big Five hiding in long grasses, see a shimmering haze of thousands of pink flamingos and trek into jungles to eyeball chimps and mountain gorillas at play. See elephants lumbering through the forest, big cats stalking their prey and hippos wallowing in the waters of the Lower Zambezi. Be blown away by epic scale of nature - the might of Victoria Falls, the lofty heights of Mt Kilimanjaro. Share laughter with children in out-of-the-way towns and swap smiles with locals in mountain villages. This Gorillas to Vic Falls In Depth adventure will provide a wealth of experiences and a lifetime of memories.

  • Relax on the beaches of Zanzibar

Trip Map


Gorillas to Vic Falls In Depth Summary

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Day 1 Nairobi

Arrive in Nairobi to the sounds of the bustling population and explore this fast-paced capital.

Day 2 Nakuru

Head for Nakuru and perhaps pay a visit to a working dairy farm.

Day 3 Kericho

Spend time mingling with eager students before taking an optional tea plantation visit at Kericho.

Days 4-5 Jinja

Cross into Uganda and set up camp in Jinja near Lake Victoria, preparing for two days of adventure. For adrenaline junkies, why not try some whitewater rafting.

Day 6 Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary

Visit Uganda’s Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary, an important organisation that helps to reintroduce rhinos back into the wild. Join a local ranger and observe these impressive beasts in their natural habitat.

Day 7 Kaniyo Pabidi Forest

Venture to the Budongo Forest for an afternoon of chimpanzee trekking in Kaniyo Pabidi.

Days 8-9 Murchison Falls National Park

Take an afternoon game drive in the delta – home to plenty of elephants, buffalo, giraffes and antelopes.

Day 10 Bush Camp

Head south and camp in the heart of the great outdoors.

Day 11 Queen Elizabeth National Park

Descend into the Great Rift Valley and embark on a game drive through the stunning Queen Elizabeth National Park. In the afternoon, take a boat cruise along the Kazinga Channel, well known for its healthy population of hippos.

Day 12 Lake Bunyonyi

Make tracks to Lake Bunyonyi - home to some of the most picturesque scenery in Uganda.

Days 13-15 Kigali/Ruhengeri/Gorilla trek

Cross into Rwanda, stopping at Kigali for a visit to the moving Genocide Memorial. Continue on to Ruhengeri and make a memorable trek into one of the last remaining sanctuaries of the mountain gorilla.

Day 16 Lake Mburo National Park

Reenter Uganda and camp on the shores of the stunning Lake Mburo, surrounded by an amazing array of wildlife.

Day 17 Jinja

Travel to Jinja, via Kampala, stopping at the equator. Camp overnight by the riverside.

Day 18 Eldoret

Cross back into Kenya and visit Eldoret – a high altitude retreat that is an ideal training ground for Kenya’s endurance athletes.

Day 19 Nakuru National Park

Frolic around a flamingo-filled lake and camp overnight on a dairy farm at Nakuru.

Day 20 Nairobi

Embark on a game drive through Nakuru National Park before returning to Nairobi.

Days 21-23 Masai Mara/Nairobi

Once a swamp but now called the 'green city in the sun', Nairobi is a relatively multicultural city with a range of cuisines, museums and cultural centres to enjoy. Located in south-west Kenya, the Masai Mara is the quintessential African experience with sparse open plains, dramatic skies and the world's most iconic animals living within its boundaries. Lively Nairobi is the gateway to some of Africa's best national parks and is nicknamed 'the safari capital of the world'.

Day 24 Arusha

Situated close to the Serengeti, Ngorongoro Crater and Mount Kilimanjaro, Arusha is a relaxed, friendly city with a wealth of famous sites on its doorstep.

Days 25-26 Serengeti National Park/Ngorongoro Crater

Teeming with animals and home to the famous migration of the wildebeest, the Serengeti is a marvel with rolling plains, iconic acacia trees and mesmerising skies.

Day 27 Mto Wa Mbu

Photographic opportunities abound in the Ngorongoro Crater, a massive volcanic caldera with so many animals, it's hard to know where to look first. Situated around halfway between Arusha and Ngorongoro, Mto Wa Mbu is a tiny town located near three rivers which is known for its curios and red-skinned bananas.

Day 28 Marangu

Nestled at the foot of Mt Kilimanjaro, Marangu is a small village surrounded by stunning vistas and lush forest.

Days 29-30 Dar es Salaam

Dar es Salaam lies by the Indian Ocean and is abuzz with busy streets, laidback restaurants, colourful markets, interesting architecture and lots of water-based activities.

Days 31-33 Zanzibar

Famed for its fragrant spices and infamous for its slave-trading history, Zanzibar mixes divine beaches, an atmospheric main town and Middle Eastern flair with an African beat.

Day 34 Dar es Salaam

Dar es Salaam roughly means 'haven of peace' and has a long history of trade with India, the Middle East and Germany, making it a fascinating blend of cultures.

Day 35 Iringa

Overlooking the Ruaha River, Iringa is a picturesque town with a relaxed vibe, some good places to eat and a wonderful crafts centre.

Days 36-38 Lake Malawi

Chitimba lies along the coast of Lake Malawi and has lovely beaches, friendly locals and a laidback atmosphere.

Day 39 Lilongwe

As the cosmopolitan capital of Malawi, Lilongwe has a number of great restaurants, cafes and markets, which are often interspersed with areas of greenery.

Days 40-41 South Luangwa National Park

Famed for their walking safaris, South Luangwa National Park holds an abundance of Africa's favourite animals and classic African savanna scenery.

Day 42 Luangwa River

See amazing sunsets and hear a symphony of animal calls while camping on the banks of the winding Luangwa River.

Days 43-45 Lower Zambezi

With big populations of hippos and crocodiles - among the usual suspects - the Lower Zambezi is a fabulous spot to take to the river and see Africa from the water.
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What's included in this trip

  • Start:

    Nairobi, Kenya

  • Finish:

    Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe

  • Group size:

    Min 4 , Max 22

  • Ages:

    Min 18

  • Meals:

    All meals when camping

  • Accommodation:

    Bush camp (no facilities) (5 nts), Camping (with facilities) (36 nts), Hostel (3 nts), Hotel (3 nts)

  • Transport:

    Ferry, Overland vehicle

  • Included activities:

    2 day canoe trip on the Lower Zambezi, Chimpanzee trekking, Game drive, Game Drive, Lake Nakuru National Park, Game drives, Guided walk, Kariandusi School Project Visit, Kazinga Channel boat cruise, Kigali - Genocide Memorial, Launch trip, Masai Mara - Game drive, Mountain gorilla trek & permit, Ngorongoro Crater - Game drive, Serengeti - Game drive, Usambara Village Education Project visit, village walk & lunch, Visit Victoria Falls, Zanzibar Spice tour

  • Carbon emissions offset:

    1393kg pp per trip

  • Notes:

    1. This trip requires an additional non-refundable deposit (AUD1000, USD900, EUR650, NZD1000, GBP500, CAD900, ZAR6500, CHF900) in order to secure a gorilla permit. We also require a scanned copy of your passport at time of booking. Please see trip notes (Important notes) for more details.
    2. Please note that this trip requires minimum numbers to depart, and may be cancelled up until 56 days prior to departure. The places showing on the dates and availability page are an indication only so please contact Intrepid to check if your preferred date will depart before making any final arrangements, such as booking non-changeable flights.

  • Trip price from

    USD $3,595
    CAD $3,620
    AUD $3,500
    EUR €2,805
    GBP £2,180
    NZD $4,485
    ZAR R27,955
    CHF FR3,245
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    USD $3,480
    ‡ Price information

  • Total price from

    USD $7,075*
    CAD $6,999*
    AUD $6,830*
    EUR €5,234*
    GBP £4,302*
    NZD $8,661*
    ZAR R52,158*
    CHF FR5,997*
    *     Price information
  • * Refer to booking conditions
  • ‡ As our kitty is flexible the indicated amount is indicative only - please click here to view the kitty amount for your departure date.

  • Per day from:

    USD $147
    CAD $145
    AUD $142
    EUR €109
    GBP £89
    NZD $180
    ZAR R1,086
    CHF FR124
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    • 48
    • YDVNC
    • Trip Price tool tip
      USD $3,595
      CAD $3,620
      AUD $3,500
      EUR €2,805
      GBP £2,180
      NZD $4,485
      ZAR R27,955
      CHF FR3,245
    • Kitty tool tip
      USD $3,480
      ‡
    • Total price tool tip
      USD $7,075*
      CAD $6,999*
      AUD $6,830*
      EUR €5,234*
      GBP £4,302*
      NZD $8,661*
      ZAR R52,158*
      CHF FR5,997*
      *
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