Three Sides of East Africa: Rwanda and Tanzania Safari

This Rwanda and Tanzania safari is a cinematic journey through East Africa, moving from rainforest hush to predator-filled plains and, finally, the soft blue of the Indian Ocean. It all begins in Kigali, then rises into the mist-wrapped slopes of Volcanoes National Park, where dense montane forest and the rare privilege of gorilla trekking set the stage for something truly extraordinary.

From Rwanda’s rainforests, you continue via Arusha into the Serengeti National Park, with open grassland and wildlife in every direction. Here, golden plains stretch beneath endless skies, lions doze in the heat, elephants move between acacia trees, and, in season, the Great Migration turns the landscape into one of nature’s greatest spectacles. After the drama of the bush, Zanzibar brings the perfect close, with white sandy beaches and turquoise water inviting you to slow down completely.

It’s a journey of rare contrasts: gorillas in the mist, Big 5 on the plains, and barefoot luxury by the sea. Three unforgettable sides of East Africa, brought together in one soul-stirring safari.

Quick Overview

Countries: Rwanda, Tanzania

Highlights: Gorilla trekking in Volcanoes National Park, Serengeti wildlife and Great Migration (seasonal) moments, Zanzibar’s island calm

Best for: Travellers who want East Africa’s contrasts in one trip – rainforest, classic safari and a tropical beach finish