7 Days Kenya Highlands Luxury Tour

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7 Days Kenya Highlands Luxury Tour

A Refined Safari Through Kenya’s Cool-Climate Highlands

Escape the heat of the plains and discover a different side of Kenya on this 7 Days Kenya Highlands Luxury Tour—a journey through misty forests, rolling hills, and elegant safari lodges set in some of the country’s most beautiful highland landscapes.

Combining the foothills of Mount Kenya with the wildlife-rich forests of the Aberdare Range, this itinerary is ideal for travelers seeking tranquility, exclusivity, and understated luxury, away from the crowds of the savannah.

SAFARI OVERVIEW

Duration: 5 Days / 4 Nights
Country: Rwanda
Style: Ultra-Luxury Gorilla Trekking Safari
Destinations: Kigali • Volcanoes National Park
Ideal for: Gorilla trekkers, couples, photographers, luxury explorers

Young mountain gorilla with expressive eyes eating leaves in natural habitat

DETAILED DAY-BY-DAY 9 Days Luxury Honeymoon Safari

Day 1 – Arrival in Nairobi

Arrive in Nairobi and enjoy a private VIP transfer to your luxury hotel. The day is kept intentionally light to allow you to relax after your international flight.

Optional Activities:

  • Spa treatment or wellness session

  • Fine dining at a top Nairobi restaurant

  • Leisure time at the hotel

Overnight: Luxury hotel in Nairobi
Meals: Dinner

Days 2–4 – Mount Kenya Region (3 Days)

Luxury at the Foot of Africa’s Second-Highest Peak

Travel to the scenic foothills of Mount Kenya, a UNESCO World Heritage Site known for its dramatic peaks, lush forests, and rich wildlife.

Experiences at Mount Kenya:

  • Scenic nature walks and forest trails

  • Wildlife sightings including elephants, buffalo, and colobus monkeys

  • Horse riding or cycling (at select lodges)

  • Spa treatments and wellness experiences

  • Spectacular views of Mount Kenya’s snow-capped peaks

Luxury Accommodation Options:

  • Fairmont Mount Kenya Safari Club

  • Segera Retreat (ultra-luxury option)

  • Il Ngwesi Eco-Lodge (exclusive, conservation-led)

Mount Kenya offers a serene blend of nature, luxury, and heritage, perfect for slowing down and reconnecting.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Days 5–7 – Aberdare Highlands (3 Days)

Forests, Waterfalls & Unique Wildlife Viewing

Continue to the Aberdare Highlands, a misty mountain range famous for its dense forests, waterfalls, and rare wildlife.

Aberdare Highlights:

  • Forest elephants, buffalo, and black rhinos

  • Unique lodge-based wildlife viewing at waterholes

  • Scenic drives through moorlands and forests

  • Cool-climate tranquility and dramatic scenery

Luxury Accommodation Options:

  • The Ark Lodge – Classic tree lodge overlooking a waterhole

  • Aberdare Country Club – Elegant colonial-style retreat

  • Treetops Lodge (subject to availability)

Aberdare delivers a distinctive safari experience, where wildlife comes to you in a setting of timeless elegance.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

WHY THIS IS ONE OF RWANDA’S BEST LUXURY GORILLA SAFARIS

  • Two gorilla trekking permits included

  • Ultra-luxury eco-lodge near Volcanoes National Park

  • Deep conservation and cultural experiences

  • Short travel distances and excellent infrastructure

  • Ideal for first-time gorilla trekkers

  • Easily combined with other African destinations

This is gorilla trekking elevated to a world-class luxury experience.

Mountain gorilla encounter during exclusive private tracking experience in Bwindi Impenetrable Forest Uganda luxury safari

Ready for your Ultimate Journey

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Stand Face-to-Face with Mountain Gorillas in Luxury

This 5 Days Rwanda Luxury Gorilla Safari is a once-in-a-lifetime journey—intimate, powerful, and deeply unforgettable.

 

FAQS: 5 Days Rwanda Luxury Gorilla Safari

Moderate fitness is required. Porters are available and highly recommended.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

June–September and December–February offer the best trekking conditions.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Usually within 7–10 meters, though gorillas may approach closer.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Rwanda offers shorter transfers and higher-end lodges, ideal for luxury travelers.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

From USD 12,800 per person, depending on season and lodge availability.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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