Would there be a chance to get a single supplement even in a camp, or just shared? Would there be a shuttle/taxi from Arusha to Nairobi at the end?

Our tour prices are based on sharing with another traveller of the same sex and we provide 3 man dome tents to sleep just 2 people. We do not have a single supplement option. It is possible to request a single tent on your booking form though and if one is available during your tour, depending on numbers, then this will be provided to you at no extra cost. We can organise a shuttle to take you from Arusha to Nairobi the day after the tour ends. Once you book on we send out a prior to departure form and you can request this to be booked on here.

If I am dropped off at the last stop in Tanzania, how do I get to Zanzibar?

There are several ways to get to Zanzibar from Arusha, you can take a taxi and a ferry or take a flight. We can definitely check with the tour operator if they have any private means of transportation to get you to Zanzibar.

When is the best time to view the migration?

The prime time to visit the Serengeti in Tanzania is usually regarded as being from late November through to March when the big herds of wildebeest, Thomson’s gazelle and zebra head on to the southern plains of the Serengeti. To get the best viewing on the other hand in Kenya's Masai Mara July through to September are usually regarded as the best months.

How much will this tour really cost me?

The costs to consider when travelling overland are: Safari price Optional excursions Personal spending money Visas We are always very transparent about what a tour will cost and are happy to go through personal, tailored budgets to give you a very realistic idea of what you will spend on your tour - whether you are an adrenaline junkie, souvenir-shopaholic or travelling on a shoestring…

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From Kigali to Arusha

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Very nice experience!
Alfonso, traveled in January
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Operator: Absolute Africa
Overland Truck: Off-the-grid adventures with a rugged edge
Group Tour: Join a group and forge lifelong friendships
Fully Guided: An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
Medium Intensity: Travelers should be comfortable with somewhat-demanding activities
Guided in English
Group Size 4 - 28
Ages 18+

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Itinerary

Day 1
Kigali to Kisoro
Meals
Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Coffee tour
- Pygmy (Batwa) village visit
- Lake Mutande visit
Landmarks
Kigali
Kisoro
Days 2 - 3
Bwindi Impenetrable Forest - Musanze
Meals
Breakfast, Breakfast, Dinner, Dinner
Included Activities
- Mountain gorilla trek in Bwindi Impenetrable Forest
Optional Activities
- Golden monkeys trek
- Orphanage visit
- Batwa (Pygmy) village visit
- Coffee tour
- Lake Mutande visit
- Trek to Dian Fossey's grave
- Basket weaving
- Banana beer making
Landmarks
Bwindi Impenetrable Forest
Dian Fossey's Grave
Days 4 - 5
Kigali
Meals
Breakfast, Breakfast, Dinner, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Basket weaving
- Banana beer making
- Genocide Memorial and Museum visit
Landmarks
Kigali Genocide Memorial
Days 6 - 8
Mwanza - Lake Victoria - Bunda
Meals
Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Dinner, Dinner, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Hill walk
Landmarks
Rusomo Falls
Mwanza
Lake Victoria
Bunda
Days 9 - 11
Grumeti Reserve - Serengeti - Ngorongoro Crater - Arusha
Meals
Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Dinner, Dinner (Evening celebratory barbecue)
Included Activities
- Afternoon game drive in Serengeti
- Morning game drive in Serengeti
- Game drive in Ngorongoro Crater
- Evening celebratory barbecue in Arusha
Optional Activities
- Balloon safari
- Maasai village visit
- Morning safari Serengeti in 4x4 vehicle
Landmarks
Grumeti Reserve
Serengeti National Park
Ngorongoro Crater
Arusha

Landmarks
Kigali
Kisoro

Landmarks
Bwindi Impenetrable Forest
Dian Fossey's Grave

Landmarks
Kigali Genocide Memorial

Landmarks
Rusomo Falls
Mwanza
Lake Victoria
Bunda

Landmarks
Grumeti Reserve
Serengeti National Park
Ngorongoro Crater
Arusha

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Traveler Moments

Traveler Reviews

4.0

Overall rating based on 2 Reviews

Transport
4.0
Guide
4.5
Accommodation
3.5
Food
4.0
Tour Operator
4.5

E
ead
June 27th, 2017
4.5
Had a great experience on this tour! Guide & Driver: Ali was ABSOLUTELY AMAZING. Her patience and positive...
Had a great experience on this tour! Guide & Driver: Ali was ABSOLUTELY AMAZING. Her patience and positive attitude didn't falter. Could not have asked for a better guide. She was always so approachable and helpful and really went over and above to make sure we had a great experience. Her maturity and leadership were also amazing in handling a group with a lot of bit personalities. Patrick our driver was also outstanding. Very helpful and made it a priority to always look out for our safety which was invaluable. His knowledge of some pretty precarious roads was beyond impressive and he truely was a gentleman to all of us on the tour. The mix of a Western guide and local driver was also great and really helped to cover all bases. Emily (trainee) had a great attitude and was generally pretty approachable. However there were a few instances where it felt as though she was a part of the tour group as opposed to a leader (for example, at times talking negatively about others on the tour) and also some times where leadership was required (e.g. roof of bus beginning to break), where she was preoccupied with socialising with the group as opposed to prioritising this potential hazard. However, totally appreciate that this was her first tour and it is a very steep learning curve, just think a little more time and experience may be required. :) General structure: I thought this tour was run really well! It is most definitely an overland tour so you need to be prepared for camping, going with the flow and working as a team. I have done other overland tours of similar style (with G adventures) and have to say, the Absolute Africa tour was definitely comparable, if not better (particularly as the price of Absolute Africa is a lot better than some of the other companies - definitely value for money). Jobs were shared evenly around camp, tents were really good quality and sleeping matts very comfortable. The facilities at the camp site were definitely better than I expected (most were well maintained with adequate bathroom facilities). The food on the tour was also a lot better than I though! Had some really delicious meals (to the point where I was asking for recipes...). The only complaint would be that some of the optional activities mentioned in the pre departure information were not mentioned at all on the tour, so a little communication around these would be great (e.g. golden monkey trek, grave visit etc).Show more
Traveled in June 2017
Reply from: Absolute Africa
Thank you for leaving a review of your tour - we are really happy to hear you had a great time and were pleasantly surprised by the facilities and food! We very much appreciate your feedback on all areas of the tour and we will pass on your comments to Aly and Patrick. Do think of us if you wish to return to see a bit more of this fantastic continent :)
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Alfonso
January 8th, 2015
3.5
Very nice experience!
Traveled in September 2014
Reply from: Absolute Africa
Thank you, we're pleased to hear you enjoyed yourself!
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Gloria
Asked on September 17th, 2022
Would there be a chance to get a single supplement even in a camp, or just shared? Would there be a shuttle/taxi from Arusha to Nairobi at the end?
Single supplement
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- Absolute AfricaOperator•Written September 2022
  Our tour prices are based on sharing with another traveller of the same sex and we provide 3 man dome tents to sleep just 2 people. We do not have a single supplement option. It is possible to request a single tent on your booking form though and if one is available during your tour, depending on numbers, then this will be provided to you at no extra cost. We can organise a shuttle to take you from Arusha to Nairobi the day after the tour ends. Once you book on we send out a prior to departure form and you can request this to be booked on here.
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Ian
Asked on August 1st, 2016
If I am dropped off at the last stop in Tanzania, how do I get to Zanzibar?
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- Absolute AfricaOperator•Written August 2016
  There are several ways to get to Zanzibar from Arusha, you can take a taxi and a ferry or take a flight. We can definitely check with the tour operator if they have any private means of transportation to get you to Zanzibar.
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Nathan
Asked on February 19th, 2016
When is the best time to view the migration?
Other
- Absolute AfricaOperator•Written February 2016
  The prime time to visit the Serengeti in Tanzania is usually regarded as being from late November through to March when the big herds of wildebeest, Thomson’s gazelle and zebra head on to the southern plains of the Serengeti.
  
  To get the best viewing on the other hand in Kenya's Masai Mara July through to September are usually regarded as the best months.
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Carlos
Asked on February 15th, 2016
How much will this tour really cost me?
Price / Availability
- Absolute AfricaOperator•Written February 2016
  The costs to consider when travelling overland are:
  
  Safari price
  Optional excursions
  Personal spending money
  Visas
  
  We are always very transparent about what a tour will cost and are happy to go through personal, tailored budgets to give you a very realistic idea of what you will spend on your tour - whether you are an adrenaline junkie, souvenir-shopaholic or travelling on a shoestring…

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Tour ID: 6396

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- These are only indications, so please visit your doctor before you travel to be 100% sure.
- Typhoid - Recommended for Rwanda.Tanzania.Uganda. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
- Hepatitis A - Recommended for Rwanda.Tanzania.Uganda. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
- Cholera - Recommended for Rwanda.Tanzania.Uganda. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
- Tuberculosis - Recommended for Rwanda.Tanzania.Uganda. Ideally 3 months before travel.
- Hepatitis B - Recommended for Rwanda.Tanzania.Uganda. Ideally 2 months before travel.
- Rabies - Recommended for Rwanda.Tanzania.Uganda. Ideally 1 month before travel.
- Meningococcal meningitis - Recommended for Rwanda.Tanzania.Uganda. Ideally 3 weeks before travel.
- Yellow fever - Required for entrance into the country for Rwanda Yellow fever - Certificate of vaccination required if arriving from an area with a risk of yellow fever transmission for and Uganda. Ideally 10 days before travel.
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- For any tour departing before May 2nd, 2026 a full payment is necessary. For tours departing after May 2nd, 2026, a minimum payment of 20% is required to confirm your booking with Absolute Africa. The final payment will be automatically charged to your credit card on the designated due date. The final payment of the remaining balance is required at least 60 days prior to the departure date of your tour. TourRadar never charges you a booking fee and will charge you in the stated currency.
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Wildlife Encounter

Itinerary

Kigali to Kisoro

Optional Activities

Bwindi Impenetrable Forest - Musanze

Included Activities

Optional Activities

Kigali

Optional Activities

Mwanza - Lake Victoria - Bunda

Optional Activities

Grumeti Reserve - Serengeti - Ngorongoro Crater - Arusha

Included Activities

Optional Activities

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