16 Days from $11,290 USD / person
Highlights Africa: Masai Mara, Gorillas and Cape Town
Sample Itinerary
Day 1 – 2
International Arrival
You will be transferred from Nairobi airport to your hotel in a private vehicle
1 Night
Nairobi
Spend some downtime! As the largest city of East Africa, you can experience contemporary urban African life in Nairobi with colorful street markets, authentic African cuisine, and a buzzing nightlife. Discover the National Museum or explore Kenya’s historic roots with a visit to the Karen Blixen Museum. Feed giraffes in the Giraffe Center or get very close to baby elephants and cheetah in the David Sheldrick Center and animal orphanage. On Nairobi’s doorstep, enjoy afternoon walks and spectacular sundowners in the Ngong Hills, or head to Nairobi National Park for the the only place in the world to witness wild lions against the backdrop of skyscrapers.
Hotel options
Tamarind Tree Hotel – Opt 1
Room
Standard Room
Meals
Room Only
Style
International
Fairview Hotel – Opt 2
Room
Business Room
Meals
Breakfast
Style
International
Day 2 – 5
You will be transferred from your hotel to Nairobi airport in a private vehicle
Flight to Masai Mara (1 hr)
You will be transferred from Masai Mara airport to your hotel
3 Nights
Masai Mara
Classic Africa! The Masai Mara will fulfill your dreams with its iconic, endless African landscapes of golden grass dotted with picturesque acacia trees that is home to year-round wildlife viewing: cheetah, leopard, large prides of lions, elephants, giraffe, hyena, huge Nile crocodiles, frolicking hippos and many other species. From mid July to October, enjoy the annual migration as two million wildebeests and zebras seek better pastures. Witness dramatic crossings over the crocodile-infested Mara river for one of the most spectacular wildlife experiences on earth.
Hotel options
Ilkeliani Camp – Opt 1
Room
Standard Tent
Meals
Full Board and Activities
Style
Camp
Entim Camp – Opt 2
Room
Classic Tent
Meals
Full Board
Style
Camp
Day 5 – 6
You will be transferred from your hotel to Masai Mara airport
Flight to Nairobi (1 hr)
Transfer to international airport
Flight to Kigali (2 hrs)
Transfer to your accommodation
1 Night
Kigali
As Rwanda’s capital and its geographical heart, Kigali is an important business center and port. Spread across four hills, the city retains a garden feel, with a satisfyingly organic shape dictated by the verdant slopes over which it sprawls. The compact, low-rise center surrounds a busy, colorful market, and is studded with souvenir stalls displaying a wide range of local crafts. The Muslim quarter is well worth a visit, and you can explore the network of leafy avenues that wind into the surrounding residential suburbs.
Hotel options
Heaven Restaurant & Boutique Hotel – Opt 1
Room
Deluxe King Rooms
Meals
Breakfast
Style
Boutique
Kigali Serena Hotel – Opt 2
Room
Standard Room
Meals
Breakfast
Style
International
Day 6 – 8
Drive to Volcanoes (2-3 hrs)
2 Nights
Volcanoes National Park
Volcanoes National Park, part of the Virunga Mountains, is a protected area home to endangered mountain gorilla and golden monkey. Well known for the gorilla treks, picture yourself sitting face to face with a 160kg silverback in the impenetrable rainforest. It is a once in a lifetime experience and is certainly one of the highlights of every animal lover’s trip to East Africa. A group of trackers and a ranger will guide you up the slopes of the volcanoes until you reach your assigned gorilla family. Depending on the movements of the gorillas, this can take anywhere from 1 – 3 hours to reach the family. Once you have navigated your way through the thick rainforest which can be slippery, steep and uneven, you will simply observe the gorilla family in their natural habitat for a full hour. For the golden monkeys, it is a similar program, however it is more of a walk with slippery conditions in some areas and the monkeys are a lot more playful and move around a lot. Both offer wonderful displays within the rainforest.
Hotel options
Tiloreza Volcanoes Eco Lodge – Opt 1
Room
Deluxe Room
Meals
Full Board
Style
Boutique
Day 8 – 9
Drive to Kigali (2-3 hrs)
Flight to Johannesburg (4-5 hrs)
1 Night
Johannesburg
Discover South Africa’s beating heart! Johannesburg, or Jo’burg’ is a dynamic, cosmopolitan city with great places to eat and interesting sites to visit. The city has played a Jekyll and Hyde role in global consciousness, highlighting both ups and downs of 21st century South Africa. A guided tour of Soweto (the Southwest Townships) offers a glimpse of history and daily life, whilst the Apartheid Museum pays tribute to South Africa’s recent poignant past. Powerful monuments, a musical variety from sophisticated jazz to urban kwaito, and a fusion of flavors in the shebeens of Soweto to the upmarket bistros of Rosebank and Sandton all await you.
Hotel options
City Lodge OR Tambo International Airport – Opt 1
Room
Standard Room
Style
International
Day 9 – 12
Flight to Central Kruger (1 hr)
Transfer to your accommodation (1 hr)
3 Nights
Central Kruger
Walk on the wild side! One of the oldest, largest, and most diverse parks in Africa, Kruger National Park is one of Africa’s top safari destinations, rich with its lion prides, elephant herds and thousands of other animals, against shifting backdrops of savannah, forest, river and mountains. Various private game reserves bordering or close to Kruger National Park offer excellent wildlife sightings and are ideal for those seeking exclusive, luxurious and diverse safari experiences as in addition to daily game drives, you can enjoy night game drives and exciting bush walks to discover the small wonders of nature. Our favorite among these private reserves include Kapama, Thornybush, Klaserie, Ngala and Timbavati which shares a long, unfenced border with Kruger and is home to the Big Five as well as a wide array of other game including cheetah and occasional wild dogs.
Hotel options
Chisomo Safari Camp – Opt 1
Room
Safari Suites
Meals
Fullboard & Activities
Style
Camp
Karongwe River Lodge – Opt 2
Room
Luxury Suite
Meals
Fullboard & Activities
Day 12 – 16
Transfer to Airport (1 hr)
Flight to Cape Town (2-3 hrs)
Transfer to your accommodation
4 Nights
Cape Town
Your African metropolis awaits! With Table Mountain as a breathtaking backdrop, Cape Town is considered one of the world’s most beautiful cities. With its friendly people and rich cultural history, Cape Town will enchant you, from the brightly colored facades of Bo-Kaap streets and colorful beach cottage in Muizenberg to the contemporary, African-inspired decor of the many excellent guesthouses, restaurants and bars. Discover pure wilderness on the west coast: whale watching in Hermanus, the Cape of Good Hope, penguins in Simon’s Town, and the indulgent wine region. From October to March, enjoy the wild, beautiful beaches where a hot day is not too different from Copacabana or Ipanema in Brazil!
Hotel options
De Tafelberg Guest House – Opt 1
Room
Luxury Room
Meals
Full Board
Style
Boutique
Cloud 9 Boutique Hotel & Spa – Opt 2
Meals
Bed & Breakfast
Transfer to the airport (1 hr)
International Departure
Price & Inclusions
Prices are in USD and exclude international flights. This trip price is based on low season rates for accommodation and other applicable services, and may change depending on availability, currency fluctuations and number of people traveling together. For high season prices, please contact us with your exact travel dates and preferences.
Price Includes
- Accommodation and meals, as specified in the itinerary
- Activities and excursions, as specified in the itinerary
- Transportation services, as specified in the itinerary
- Your Trip Coordination Team: Dedicated support throughout your journey, with a primary, personal point of contact. Plus, in case of emergencies while you’re traveling, our trip coordination team are available 24/7 by phone
Not Included
- Entrance fees and meals, unless mentioned in the itinerary description
- Tips and personal expenses
- Visa and tourism fees
- Travel, health, and cancellation insurance
- International airfare
What Our Guests Say
“Enchanting Travels has once again outdid themselves for me. My trip to South Africa and then unto Zimbabwe was flawless. Everything was well organized. What Enchanting Travels does well is make my dreams come true. Got to see all the Big Five by the end of our safari trip. The home hosted lunch in Zimbabwe was an excellent change to our itinerary when a previously scheduled activity fell through. My overall experience was truly wonderful.”
May 2026 Rating 5/5
“Enchanted Travels made our trip experience so relaxing. We never had to worry about anything. The app they used provided all the information we needed. The guides were always there for us and we didn’t need to worry about any administrative details beyond what time to meet the next day. All accommodations were first class and the included tours meant we didn’t have many expenses during out trip as everything was pre-paid.”
April 2026 Rating 5/5
“Anna Thomas was very adept at planning our trip to South Africa, Zimbabwe and Botswana. She is a keen listener and grasped what I wanted on the trip. Her knowledge of the area, the lodging, game drives and the multitude of options at each stop are exactly what we wanted. The trip plan was exceptional and the actual trip went perfectly, without a hitch. I was truly a trip of a lifetime! I would recommend Anna as a trip planner/coordinator for anyone looking to travel in south and/or east Africa. I certainly plan on using her again.”
January 2025 Rating 5/5
“We just returned from an outstanding 3-week trip to East Africa. Our travel consultant did an outstanding job of putting together this trip for a friend and me. Everything went as smooth as glass. We saw an extraordinary number of animals and the accommodations were even better than pictured. Our personal guides were enthusiastic, knowledgeable, and kind, even assisting with all our check-ins. Every transport worked seamlessly. It was a great experience, we highly recommend Enchanting Travels!”
September 2025 Rating 5/5
“We made a family trip to Africa (Tanzania and Kenia) to celebrate my 50th Birthday. From day 1, Alison was great in understanding us and providing some great recommendations. She and Bovin (our local contact) made this trip a dream come true. They were always attentive, gave recommendations and heard all of our desires. When we had a question, they would have a quick answer. Thank you both for making this an amazing and unforgettable trip.”
May 2025 Rating 5/5
“From the advice we got from Peter when we booked our trip to the excellent execution of the details that Cyprian did, there was not a hitch. We were met by professionals who ushered us through customs and checked us into our flights. The itinerary was packed with memorable experiences of seeing animals, getting to know the people at the tent camps who were more attentive than we could have imagined. The tents were exceptionally clean, beds comfortable, the food outstanding and our overall experience was beyond our expectations. We could not have imagined going on this trip without Enchanting Travels and consider ourselves fortunate that we chose you.”
February 2025 Rating 5/5
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