Ultimate East Africa Fly-In Safari

Welcome to Rwanda

Arrive at Kigali International Airport (KGL), where your Beaumont Tours representative will provide a warm VIP welcome and assist with your arrival formalities and luggage.

Your private transfer then winds through Rwanda's famously green rolling hills toward Volcanoes National Park. The changing landscape provides a beautiful first glimpse of the country known as the Land of a Thousand Hills.

Arrive at Virunga Inn Resort, where your luxury suite becomes your private retreat beneath the magnificent Virunga Volcanoes.

Enjoy a relaxed afternoon, perhaps with a Rwandan coffee tasting overlooking the mountains, before gathering for a refined dinner and briefing with your private guide ahead of tomorrow's extraordinary gorilla encounter.

Accommodation: Virunga Inn Resort
Meals: Lunch, Dinner

Mountain Gorilla Trekking & Dian Fossey Conservation

After breakfast, journey to Volcanoes National Park headquarters for your gorilla trekking briefing before entering the ancient mountain forest.

Accompanied by experienced trackers and park guides, trek through bamboo and dense vegetation in search of a habituated gorilla family. When you finally encounter them, time seems to stand still as powerful silverbacks, protective mothers, and playful youngsters reveal their intimate family lives just metres away.

Return to the lodge for lunch and time to relax.

This afternoon, continue the conservation story with a private visit to the Ellen DeGeneres Campus of the Dian Fossey Gorilla Fund, exploring the organisation's pioneering work protecting mountain gorillas and their habitat.

End the day with a restorative spa experience and sunset cocktails overlooking the volcanoes.

Accommodation: Virunga Inn Resort
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

This morning, return to the forest for an exhilarating Golden Monkey Trekking experience. These endangered primates move energetically through the bamboo canopy, creating wonderful opportunities for intimate wildlife observation and photography.

Guests wishing to deepen their gorilla experience may alternatively arrange a second gorilla trek, subject to permit availability.

Return to the lodge for a leisurely afternoon. Relax beside the pool, enjoy a private wellness treatment, or simply take in the extraordinary volcanic scenery.

As evening approaches, experience a curated cultural dinner celebrating Rwanda's culinary heritage, accompanied by traditional Intore dancers and local storytelling.

Accommodation: Virunga Inn Resort
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Enjoy breakfast before your private transfer back to Kigali.

Discover the capital through a thoughtfully curated city experience, including the Kigali Genocide Memorial, contemporary galleries, artisan boutiques, and, time permitting, the vibrant Kimironko Market.

Enjoy a refined lunch before transferring to Kigali International Airport for your flight to Tanzania.

Upon arrival, meet your Tanzanian safari team and transfer to Gran Meliá Arusha, where Mount Meru provides a spectacular backdrop.

Spend the evening at leisure, perhaps enjoying a spa treatment or sunset drink, before your early flight into the Serengeti tomorrow.

Accommodation: Gran Meliá Arusha
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

fter breakfast, transfer to Arusha Airport for your scenic bush flight north into the Serengeti.

As the aircraft rises above Tanzania's extraordinary wilderness, watch the landscape unfold below before landing near Sayari Camp, your luxury base in the Northern Serengeti.

This region places you close to the dramatic northern migration corridor during your August journey.

After lunch and time to settle in, head out on your first private game drive. Your expert guide will monitor the movement of the herds and position you for the most rewarding wildlife encounters possible.

Return to camp for a spectacular sundowner overlooking the plains before dinner beneath the stars.

Accommodation: Sayari Camp, Asilia Africa
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Today is devoted entirely to one of Africa's greatest wildlife spectacles.

Depart early with your private guide and follow the migration toward the Mara River. The exact location of the herds is constantly changing, making the expertise of your safari team essential.

Witness thousands of wildebeest and zebra gathering along the riverbanks, building courage before attempting the dramatic crossing. Crocodiles wait below while the animals negotiate steep banks and powerful currents.

Every crossing is different and entirely unpredictable.

Between wildlife encounters, enjoy a private bush breakfast and gourmet picnic lunch in the wilderness.

Return to Sayari for an unforgettable sunset and an elegant evening around the campfire.

Accommodation: Sayari Camp, Asilia Africa
Meals: Breakfast, Bush Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

After breakfast, enjoy a final Northern Serengeti game drive before your scenic bush flight toward the Ngorongoro Highlands.

The landscape transforms dramatically as the endless plains give way to volcanic highlands and lush forests.

Arrive at Gran Meliá Ngorongoro, positioned near the crater rim with sweeping views across this extraordinary volcanic landscape.

Spend the afternoon at leisure with an optional spa treatment, afternoon tea, or quiet time overlooking the crater.

At sunset, enjoy a private cocktail experience as the surrounding landscape changes colour before an elegant dinner.

Accommodation: Gran Meliá Ngorongoro
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Today you descend into the magnificent Ngorongoro Crater, one of Africa's most remarkable wildlife sanctuaries.

Your private safari takes you across open grasslands, acacia woodland, wetlands, and lakes in search of lions, elephants, buffalo, hippos, hyenas, flamingos, and the elusive black rhino.

Enjoy a beautifully prepared gourmet picnic within the crater before continuing your exploration.

Late afternoon, ascend to the crater rim and return to Gran Meliá Ngorongoro.

Your final evening in Tanzania is an opportunity to reflect on the migration and wildlife encounters of the past few days while enjoying a memorable dinner overlooking the highlands.

Accommodation: Gran Meliá Ngorongoro
Meals: Breakfast, Picnic Lunch, Dinner

After breakfast, take a scenic bush flight from Tanzania into Kenya, arriving near Nanyuki.

Your private guide welcomes you before transferring to Fairmont Mount Kenya Safari Club, where elegant heritage, manicured grounds, and spectacular views of Mount Kenya create a completely different expression of African luxury.

Spend the afternoon enjoying the property's distinctive experiences or simply relaxing amid its beautiful gardens.

A private sunset experience introduces you to the atmosphere of Kenya's Laikipia region before dinner.

Accommodation: Fairmont Mount Kenya Safari Club
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Today is dedicated to the remarkable conservation work of Ol Pejeta Conservancy.

Visit the last two northern white rhinos on Earth and learn about the scientific and conservation efforts protecting their legacy.

Continue to the Sweetwaters Chimpanzee Sanctuary, home to rescued chimpanzees living within a protected natural environment.

Your private safari continues across Ol Pejeta in search of black rhinos, lions, elephants, buffalo, Grevy's zebras, giraffes, and other wildlife.

After a gourmet bush lunch and afternoon safari, return toward Fairmont Mount Kenya Safari Club before setting out again for an exclusive night game drive, revealing a completely different side of the African wilderness.

Accommodation: Fairmont Mount Kenya Safari Club
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

After breakfast, board your scenic bush flight south toward Amboseli National Park.

As you approach, the magnificent silhouette of Mount Kilimanjaro begins to dominate the horizon.

Arrive at your selected boutique safari lodge, Tawi Lodge or Tortilis Camp, subject to final availability and confirmation.

After lunch, enjoy your first private game drive through Amboseli, renowned for its extraordinary elephant herds and spectacular mountain scenery.

As evening approaches, enjoy a private sundowner with Mount Kilimanjaro as your backdrop before dinner.

Accommodation: Tawi Lodge or Tortilis Camp
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Rise early for an unforgettable sunrise safari.

As the first light touches Mount Kilimanjaro, elephants emerge across the plains, creating one of Africa's most iconic wildlife scenes.

Spend the morning exploring Amboseli's wetlands and open grasslands before enjoying a champagne bush breakfast in a spectacular setting.

Continue your private safari before visiting a Maasai community for an authentic cultural encounter focused on traditions, conservation, and the relationship between people and wildlife.

Return to the lodge for relaxation before a final Kilimanjaro sundowner and private dinner.

Accommodation: Tawi Lodge or Tortilis Camp
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

After breakfast, take your scenic bush flight toward the Maasai Mara.

Upon arrival, your private safari begins immediately as you travel through the reserve toward Entim Mara Camp, beautifully positioned along the Mara River.

After lunch and time to settle into your luxury tent, head out for your first Mara game drive.

The afternoon brings opportunities to encounter lions, elephants, buffalo, cheetahs, giraffes, hippos, crocodiles, and, with luck, the elusive leopard.

End the day with a signature Beaumont sundowner overlooking the Mara before dinner beside the campfire.

Accommodation: Entim Mara Camp
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Spend today exploring the Maasai Mara on a private full-day safari.

Your expert guide follows the wildlife rather than a fixed schedule, allowing the day to evolve around the most compelling encounters.

During migration season, follow the movement of the wildebeest and zebra herds. Throughout the year, search for resident lion prides, cheetahs, leopards, elephants, buffalo, and other plains game.

Enjoy a champagne bush breakfast followed by a gourmet picnic lunch in the reserve.

As the sun drops toward the horizon, enjoy another private sundowner before returning to Entim Mara for dinner.

Accommodation: Entim Mara Camp
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Before dawn, rise for an optional hot air balloon safari.

Float silently above the Maasai Mara as the sun rises over the savannah, revealing winding rivers, wildlife trails, acacia trees, and herds moving across the plains below.

Upon landing, celebrate with a champagne bush breakfast before continuing your private game drive.

Return to camp during the afternoon to relax and enjoy the atmosphere of Entim Mara.

Your final evening in the Mara is marked by a beautifully curated farewell dinner beneath the stars, accompanied by premium wines and the distant sounds of the wilderness.

Accommodation: Entim Mara Camp
Meals: Breakfast, Champagne Bush Breakfast, Dinner

Enjoy a final morning game drive through the Maasai Mara before your bush flight to Nairobi.

Upon arrival at Wilson Airport, your private Beaumont Tours representative will escort you to Hemingways Nairobi.

Settle into your elegant suite and enjoy the remainder of the afternoon at leisure.

Guests may choose to relax at the hotel or, depending on flight timing, enjoy an optional Nairobi experience such as the Giraffe Centre, Karen Blixen Museum, or Sheldrick Wildlife Trust.

This evening, gather for a final gourmet dinner and raise a glass to an extraordinary journey through three of East Africa's most remarkable safari countries.

Accommodation: Hemingways Nairobi
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

Enjoy a relaxed final breakfast at Hemingways Nairobi before your private transfer to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport.

Your Beaumont Tours team will coordinate your departure and provide assistance throughout the airport process.

Board your evening Qatar Airways flight from Nairobi for your overnight journey back to Atlanta, carrying with you extraordinary memories of Rwanda's gorillas, the Serengeti's great migration, Ngorongoro's wildlife-rich crater, Kenya's conservation pioneers, Amboseli's elephants beneath Kilimanjaro, and the timeless plains of the Maasai Mara.

Meals: Breakfast

Departure: Nairobi (NBO) → Atlanta (ATL)