21-Nights Signature: Tanzania, Kenya & Rwanda — Savannah to the Rainforest - National Geographic Signature

Signature: Tanzania, Kenya & Rwanda — Savannah to the Rainforest
Traverse East Africa's ultimate wildlife realms, from the iconic plains of Tanzania and Kenya to the mist-shrouded peaks of Rwanda. Spot wildlife on safari drives in Samburu and the Serengeti and track chimpanzees and mountain gorillas in ancient volcanic rainforests. Guided by experts, immerse yourself in deep conservation and the cultural traditions of the land.

Highlights
Hear Dr. Laly Lichtenfeld on empowering communities to protect wildlife across Tanzania, Connect with the team helping Maasai herders and lions coexist on the crater rim, Witness the drama of the wild on drives through the Serengeti's endless golden plains, Visit the world's first Indigenous-owned elephant sanctuary — as documented by National Geographic, Spot incredible wildlife across the vast plains of Samburu and the Maasai Mara, Discover the night sky’s mythologies during a stargazing session with a naturalist, Enjoy a locally sourced lunch and connect with the inspiring women of Amani ya Juu, Join a private tour and connect deeply during a moving Q&A session with a survivor, Support a local social impact initiative while weaving your own traditional keepsake, Trek into the lush canopy of Nyungwe Forest to observe chimpanzees in their wild habitat, Meet scientists at the Ellen DeGeneres Campus to learn about critical gorilla research, Follow the footsteps of Dian Fossey to encounter majestic mountain gorillas up close, Track Golden Monkeys in their natural environment in Volcanoes National Park

Meals Included
21 breakfasts, 21 lunches, 17 dinners

What's Included
Your G for Good Moment: Amani ya Juu Workshop and Lunch, Nairobi
Your G for Good Moment: Nyamirambo Women's Centre, Kigali
Your Welcome Moment: Welcome Moment - Meet
Your Expedition Leader and Group, Arusha Signature Moment: KopeLion Presentation & Field Work Visit, Ngorongoro
Your Welcome Moment: Safari Drive and Sunset Experience, Samburu Game Reserve Signature Moment: Reteti Elephant Sanctuary, Samburu Game Reserve Signature Moment: Meza Malonga African Fusion Dining Experience, Ruhondo.
Arrival transfer. Welcome Dinner. Safari drives in Tarangire National Park. Safari drive in the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. Morning safari drive to the floor of the Ngorongoro Crater with brunch in the bush. Visit to the Olduvai Gorge and its museum. Safari drives in the Central Serengeti. Free time to enjoy lodge amenities. Engaging Discussions with the National Geographic Expert Throughout. Internal flight from the Serengeti to Arusha. International flight from Arusha to Nairobi. Internal flight from Nairobi to Samburu. Morning and afternoon wildlife safari drives in Samburu National Reserve over multiple days. Samburu sunset experience. Stargazing excursion in Samburu National Reserve. Internal flight from Samburu to the Maasai Mara. Morning and afternoon wildlife safari drives in Maasai Mara National Reserve over multiple days. Private guided tour of the Genocide Memorial followed by a Q&A session with a genocide survivor. Visit the Nyanza Cultural Open Air Museum. Chimpanzee Tracking in Nyungwe Forest National Park. Tea estate tour and tasting. Visit the Ellen DeGeneres Campus of the Dian Fossey Gorilla Fund and meet the scientists. Gorilla tracking in Volcanoes National Park. Golden Monkey tracking in Volcanoes National Park. Farewell dinner. Departure Transfer. Engaging Discussions with the National Geographic Expert Throughout. Porterage at hotels and when getting on and off of vehicles. Tips are included for all activities, meals and porterage, except for your Expedition Leader.
All transport between destinations and to/from included activities.