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.

What is the local payment?

The local payment is a separate payment from the initial price you pay before you leave. If a local payment is required it will be shown with the trip price. This second payment is made in Africa at the start of your trip. It is payable in USD. The local payment provides us with the means for expenses that need to be paid in cash to local businesses en route to be arranged in the most cost effective manner possible, a saving we can then pass on to you. It also means we can operate in a way that directly supports local businesses and wildlife authorities as we travel. Local Payment will not be changed once you have booked your travel arrangements.

How much will this tour really cost me?

The costs to consider when travelling overland are: Safari price & Local payment, 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…

Is there an option of this trip running north bound or are all the trips running south bound?

The tour operator does not operate this tour northbound as such, but they do have a trip called the Northern trails that does this route and can be joined at Johannesburg, Vic Falls and depart in Kigali if you wish. Please contact us to arrange this.

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Guided in English
Group Size 4 - 28
Age range 18 to 80

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Highlights

Trek with gorillas in Bwindi Forest
Explore Serengeti on a game drive
Visit Maasai village and learn traditions
Snorkel in Zanzibar's coral reefs
See Victoria Falls and try bungee jumping

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Introduction

Day 1 RWANDA - UGANDA
Day 2-3 UGANDA - RWANDA
Day 4-5 RWANDA
Day 6-11 RWANDA - TANZANIA
Day 12-19 TANZANIA
Day 20-24 TANZANIA - MALAWI
Day 25-30 ZAMBIA - ZIMBABWE
Day 31-34 ZIMBABWE
Day 35-37 ZIMBABWE

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· December 6th, 2014
Awesome trip n experience of a life time!!!! Unforgettable experiences from nights in tents to up close encounters with the amazing animals of Africa! Awesome local tour guides n drivers meant more learning n stories. Very very cool :-)
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wonderful to hear you had a great time, thanks so much for the review!
Trip date: July 2010

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37 days

Tusker Trails

From Kigali to Victoria Falls

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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.
February 19, 2016 • Other
What is the local payment?
The local payment is a separate payment from the initial price you pay before you leave. If a local payment is required it will be shown with the trip price. This second payment is made in Africa at the start of your trip. It is payable in USD. The local payment provides us with the means for expenses that need to be paid in cash to local businesses en route to be arranged in the most cost effective manner possible, a saving we can then pass on to you. It also means we can operate in a way that directly supports local businesses and wildlife authorities as we travel. Local Payment will not be changed once you have booked your travel arrangements.
February 15, 2016 • Other
How much will this tour really cost me?
The costs to consider when travelling overland are:

Safari price & Local payment,
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…
February 15, 2016 • Price / Availability
Is there an option of this trip running north bound or are all the trips running south bound?
The tour operator does not operate this tour northbound as such, but they do have a trip called the Northern trails that does this route and can be joined at Johannesburg, Vic Falls and depart in Kigali if you wish. Please contact us to arrange this.
January 1, 2016 • Price / Availability

Good to Know

Tour ID: 6286

Currencies
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Malawi Kwacha
Malawi
Fr
Rwanda Franc
Rwanda
Sh
Tanzanian Shilling
Tanzania
Sh
Uganda Shilling
Uganda
$
US Dollar
Plugs & Adapters
As a traveler from New Zealand you will need an adaptor for types G, J.
Type G
Malawi, Tanzania, Uganda, Zambia and Zimbabwe
Type J
Rwanda
Vaccines
- These are only indications, so please visit your doctor before you travel to be 100% sure.
- Typhoid - Recommended for Malawi, Rwanda, Tanzania, Uganda, Zambia and Zimbabwe. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
- Hepatitis A - Recommended for Malawi, Rwanda, Tanzania, Uganda, Zambia and Zimbabwe. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
- Cholera - Recommended for Malawi, Rwanda, Tanzania, Uganda, Zambia and Zimbabwe. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
- Tuberculosis - Recommended for Malawi, Rwanda, Tanzania, Uganda, Zambia and Zimbabwe. Ideally 3 months before travel.
- Hepatitis B - Recommended for Malawi, Rwanda, Tanzania, Uganda, Zambia and Zimbabwe. Ideally 2 months before travel.
- Rabies - Recommended for Malawi, Rwanda, Tanzania, Uganda, Zambia and Zimbabwe. Ideally 1 month before travel.
- Yellow fever - Certificate of vaccination required if arriving from an area with a risk of yellow fever transmission for Malawi, Uganda and Zimbabwe. Yellow fever - Required for entrance into the country for Rwanda. Ideally 10 days before travel.
- Meningococcal meningitis - Recommended for Rwanda, Tanzania, Uganda and Zambia. Ideally 3 weeks before travel.
Visa
- Unfortunately we cannot offer you a visa application service. Whether you need a visa or not depends on your nationality and where you wish to travel. Assuming your home country does not have a visa agreement with the country you're planning to visit, you will need to apply for a visa in advance of your scheduled departure.
- Here is an indication for which countries you might need a visa. Please contact the local embassy for help applying for visas to these places.
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- For any tour departing before June 26th, 2025 a full payment is necessary. For tours departing after June 26th, 2025, 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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