Afrika
Afrika ist etwas Besonderes! Exotische Tiere und Pflanzen, fremde Kulturen und atemberaubende Landschaften bilden eine beeindruckende Kulisse. Die afrikanische Wildnis zu entdecken oder eine Wanderung durch Afrikas Outback bieten Touristen ein unvergessliches Abenteuer.
Journeys: Legendäre Tierwelt in Ruanda und Kenia
Tagesbeschreibung
KigaliDauer: 1 TagIf you arrive early, take some time to explore the city, known for its pleasant, friendly atmosphere. Kigali also has some interesting and historic sites outside of the city. If you want more time to explore, we recommend booking a pre-night. |
Kigali/Volcanoes-NationalparkDauer: 1 TagVolcanoes National Park borders Virunga National Park in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) and Mgahinga Gorilla National Park in Uganda. Five of the eight volcanoes in the Virunga Mountains can be found here. The volcanoes and highlands of the park are covered in lush rainforest and bamboo (a favourite snack of the gorillas). While the most famous resident is the mountain gorilla, there’s plenty of other wildlife roaming around: buffaloes, bushbucks, golden monkeys, hyenas, numerous bird species, and some elephants call this place home. |
Volcanoes-NationalparkDauer: 1 Tag |
Volcanoes-NationalparkDauer: 1 TagApproximately 800 mountain gorillas exist globally in the wild today. They are found in Rwanda, DRC, and Uganda. In DRC and Rwanda, gorillas live in similar ecosystems/areas. The gorilla species found in these three areas are called highland gorillas.In Rwanda there are ten habituated gorilla families that are open to visits – the visit to a gorilla family is done once per day, with a maximum 8 trekkers per group and the duration of a visit is limited to one (1) hour with the gorilla family. The time spent with them is limited due to conservation considerations and to minimize impact on the day-to-day life of the gorilla family you are visiting. It is important to be well prepared for the trek — you never know if your total trek will be short or long. The total duration of a trek can vary and be anything between 4 and 9 hrs in length depending on the location of the gorillas, which are constantly moving. You will mainly walk where there are no paths apart from the occasional buffalo or elephant trail.Touching the gorillas is not allowed (although in some cases they may touch you). Making loud noises or sudden movements is also not allowed. You should attempt to keep a distance of 7m from the gorillas, however the gorillas themselves are unaware of this and will often get very close, in which case you should try to slowly move away. At all times you must abide by the instructions of the trackers and rangers.Please note that porters are available at approx. $10USD per person. The porters are all hired from local villages and not only can carry your day pack, but assist you with a welcome hand over difficult spots. Regardless of your fitness level, we highly recommend hiring a porter as some tracks can be very muddy and elevation can affect even the most fit person. It also provides employment and supports the local community. |
Volcanoes-Nationalpark/Akagera-NationalparkDauer: 1 TagAkagera National Park offers a remarkable conservation story and is home to the Big Five, zebras, giraffes, elephants and hundreds of bird species. Running directly along the boarder with Tanzania, the park covers 1,122 km2 (433 sq mi) and offers a variety of landscapes including highlands, savannah plains, swamps, wetlands and lakes. |
Akagera-NationalparkDauer: 1 Tag |
Akagera-Nationalpark/KigaliDauer: 1 Tag |
Kigali/NairobiDauer: 1 TagNach dem Flug Transfer zum Hotel. Nimm dir etwas Zeit, um Nairobi zu erkunden, bevor du zurück im Hotel für ein zweites Orientierungstreffen auf deine Gruppe triffst. Hier wirst du deinen kenianischen Expedition Leader für diese Zeit des Trips sowie neue Reisende kennenlernen, die möglicherweise für den Rest des Trips zur Gruppe dazustoßen. |
Nairobi/Nakurusee-NationalparkDauer: 1 Tag |
Nakurusee-NationalparkDauer: 1 Tag |
Nakurusee-Nationalpark/NaivashaseeDauer: 1 TagThe name Naivasha comes from the Maasai “Nai’posha”, which means “rough water”, though Lake Naivasha is generally calm as we watch for hippos and birdlife. Bring your binoculars and scan for lovebirds, ibis, and fish eagles, watch buffaloes wallow in the swamps and listen to colobus monkeys call from the treetops. |
Naivashasee/Masai MaraDauer: 1 TagAfter breakfast, we depart for the world famous Masai Mara National Reserve. No trip to Kenya would be complete without a visit here. In the afternoon, we will arrive in the area, and get settled at our safari camp, our base for our time here. Then we’ll make our way into the reserve for an afternoon wildlife safari drive, with excellent chances of seeing the "big five": buffalo, elephant, leopard, lion, and rhino. |
Masai MaraDauer: 1 Tag |
Masai Mara/NairobiDauer: 1 TagRise early and enjoy the African sun as it rises over the savannah while you travel back to Nairobi on a route that allows you to spot some wildlife as your exit the area. Return to Nairobi in the late afternoon and opt to join the Expedition Leader in a farewell dinner. |
NairobiDauer: 1 Tag |
Weitere Informationen
Accommodation
Hotel/Lodge – 12?N, komfortable Zeltlager – 2?N.
Checklist
Documents:• Flight info (required) (Printouts of e-tickets may be required at the border)• Insurance info (required) (With photocopies)• Passport (required) (With photocopies)• Vouchers and pre-departure information (required)• Visas or vaccination certificates (With photocopies)Essentials:• Footwear (required) (Closed toe suggested)• Toiletries (required) (Shampoo, bodywash, soap, etc.)• Binoculars (optional)• Camera (With extra memory cards and batteries)• Cash, credit and debit cards• Day pack (Used for daily excursions or short overnights)• Ear plugs• First-aid kit (should contain lip balm with sunscreen, sunscreen, whistle, Aspirin, Ibuprofen, bandaids/plasters, tape, anti-histamines, antibacterial gel/wipes, antiseptic cream, Imodium or similar tablets for mild cases of diarrhea, rehydration powder, water purification tablets or drops, insect repellent, sewing kit, extra prescription drugs you may be taking)• Flashlight/torch (Headlamps are ideal)• Fleece top/sweater• Hat• Headphones (Noise-cancelling recommended)• Locks for bags• Long pants/jeans• Moneybelt• Outlet adapter• Personal entertainment (Reading and writing materials, cards, music player, etc.)• Reusable water bottle• Shirts/t-shirts• Sleepwear• Small travel towel• Sunglasses• Swimwear• Watch and alarm clock• Waterproof backpack cover• Windproof rain jacketGorillas:• Gardening gloves (Highly recommended for gorilla trekking)• Neutral coloured clothing (Your clothes will likely get very muddy - therefore take old clothing for the gorilla trekking. No bright colours should be worn. Greens, khaki and similar neutral clothes are recommended)Health & Safety:• Face masks (Clients will be only be required to wear a face mask where it is mandated by local regulations.)• Hand sanitizer• Pen (Please bring your own pen for filling out documents.)Trekking:• Gloves• Hat• Hiking boots/sturdy walking shoes• Hiking pants (Convertible/Zip-off and quick dry recommended)• Snacks (Protein bars, chocolate, dried fruits, candies, energy sweets)• Socks (Trekking socks — woollen or synthetic, not cotton)• Thermal base layer (Woollen or synthetic, not cotton)Warm Weather:• Sandals/flip-flops• Shorts/skirts (Longer shorts/skirts are recommended)• Sturdy water shoes/sandals• Sun hat/bandana• Swimwear
Group Leader
National Geographic Expedition Leader, lokale Guides, erfahrene Gorilla-Fährtenleser, Parkranger, zertifizierter Fahrer/Guide in Kenia.
Group Size Notes
Max. 6, im Schnitt 5.
Highlights
Sieh Gorillas und Goldmeerkatzen im Volcanoes-Nationalpark in Ruanda, unternimm Safaris in der legendären Masai Mara in Kenia, iss und plaudere mit den inspirierenden Frauen im Viertel Nyamirambo in Kigali, blicke hinter die Kulissen im Kampf gegen die Wilderei im Akagera-Nationalpark in Ruanda.
Meal Budget
Plane USD135-175 für nicht inbegriffene Mahlzeiten ein.
Optional Activities
Keine optionale Aktivitäten
Start / Finish
Kigali nach Nairobi
Transport
7-sitziges Allrad-Safarifahrzeug, zu Fuß, Wandern, Boot, Flugzeug.
Internationale Flüge
No, international flights are generally not included in the price of your tour. However, on some tours travelling between two different countries, international flights are included as part of the itinerary and price of the tour. Please speak to your GCO or booking agent for further details. In addition, check-in times and baggage allowances/restrictions vary by airline and can change at any time. For the most up-to-date information for your flight, please contact your airline. We recommend checking in online in advance to avoid potential delays at the airport.
Minimum Age
Mindestalter für diese Reise sind 15 Jahre.
Leistungen
Inklusivleistungen
- Dein Journeys-Highlight-Moment: Mountain Gorilla Conservation Experience - Kinigi Women Centre, Volcanoes National ParkDein Journeys-Highlight-Moment: Akagera-Nationalpark – Naturschutz und Gemeinschaft, Parc National de l’ AkageraDein Journeys-Highlight-Moment: Kenya Wildlife Service – Wildtierschutz-Vortrag, Lake Nakuru National ParkDein Journeys-Highlight-Moment: Café Ubuntu und Ubuntu Made, Maai MahiuDein G-for-Good-Moment: Nyamirambo-Frauenzentrum, traditionelles Mittagessen, Kigali. Ankunftstransfer. Sämtliche Nationalparkeintritte. Eintritt Genocide Memorial. Berggorilla-Wanderung plus Genehmigungen. Goldmeerkatzen-Wanderung plus Genehmigung. Dorfspaziergang. Safarifahrten im Akagera-Nationalpark. Tierbootsfahrten am Ihema-See. Safarifahrten im Masai-Mara-Schutzgebiet und Lake-Nakuru-Nationalpark. Bootsfahrt am Naivashasee und Tierspaziergang auf Crescent Island. Inlandsflug. Alle Transfers zwischen besuchten Orten sowie zu inbegriffenen Aktivitäten und zurück
- 14 Frühstück, 11 Mittagessen, 10 Abendessen
Eckdaten
- Thema
- Abenteuer & Erlebnis
- Land
- Ruanda, Kenia
- Region
- Afrika
- Typ
- Gruppenreise
- Reisetage
- 15
- Teilnehmerzahl
- -
- Schwierigkeit