City streets, exceptional wine, big-game safari, and primate trekking illustrate the four corners of the African experience combined on this 17-day adventure to the Cape, Kenya, and Rwanda. Connect the colors, discover the complete range of animals, and bask in the authenticity of a continent. Travel from vineyards to chimpanzees, Table Mountain to the Masai Mara, critically endangered rhinos to gorillas in the mist for a celebration of African allure, handcrafted for first-time visitors to the...
Customizable Itinerary
Day 1
Cape Town – Beneath the Majestic Frame of Table Mountain
Table Mountain provides the unmissable welcome to Africa, its imposing vertical face your compass point over the first three days. Dependent on your energy level, you may want to ascend in the cable car this afternoon where a short walking loop on the summit provides the views of a lifetime as you look one way to the Atlantic, and the other to the Pacific Ocean. Your hotel is situated in the heart of the city and within walking distance of many excellent restaurants, surrounded by the color that makes Cape Town so memorable.
What's Included:
Day 2
Cape Town – Robben Island and the Vibrant City Colors of Tomorrow
Day 3
Cape Town – Penguins on the Beach and the Beauty of Cape Point
Day 4 - 5
Cape Winelands – Tasting and Tranquility
Day 6
Nairobi – Overnight in the Kenyan Capital
Day 7 - 8
Ol Pejeta Conservancy – Thrilling Introduction to the Big-Game Safari Experience
Day 9 - 11
Mara Naboisho Conservancy – World-Renowned Grasslands of the Mara
Day 12
Kigali – Mara Hot Air Balloon Experience
Day 13
Gishwati-Mukuru National Park – Primate Encounters
Day 14
Volcanoes National Park – Up Close and Personal
Day 15 - 16
Volcanoes National Park – Wonders and Charms of Gorilla Trekking
Day 17
Kigali – A Window Onto Rwanda and Departure
Trip Highlights
- Explore East Africa’s newest national park and enjoy an hour of exclusive intimacy with a troop of wild chimpanzees
- Discover some of the world’s last wild mountain gorillas on an iconic primate experience in Rwanda’s Volcanoes National Park as you trek to two different troops over two days
- Engage with the Masai Mara with a mesmerizing safari destination that offers you several days of intense encounters with predators and herds
- Celebrate the diversity of the big game wilderness as you visit Ol Pejeta Conservancy for an ideal introduction to the safari experience that is also home to East Africa’s finest population of wild rhinos
- Spend days amid the colors and charms of Cape Town, Table Mountain the backdrop to a city that always excites
- Escape into the Cape Winelands for two days of wine tasting and tranquility, with enduring views from your hotel terrace
- Get closer to the wonder of the Mara by staying in the private Mara Naboisho Conservancy, and then marvel at the scale with a hot air balloon flight over the grasslands
- Feel the allure of Rwanda, a magical country that is far different from the preconceptions and far removed from its haunting 1994 history
Starting Price
$19,200 per person (excluding international flights)
What's Included
- Accommodations
- In-country transportation
- Some or all activities and tours
- Expert trip planning
- 24x7 support during your trip
Your final trip cost will vary based on your selected accommodations, activities, meals, and other trip elements that you opt to include.
Reviews of Zicasso's Referral Service
4.94 stars based on 1450 reviews.
We began planning our trip to Kenya with Zicasso nearly two years ago—and every moment was worth the wait. This was a once-in-a-lifetime safari experience and it had to be perfect. Thanks to the team at the travel agency, it was.
From the very beginning, the team listened attentively to our priorities: exceptional service, seamless logistics, and, most importantly, privacy. We did not want to follow crowds of Jeeps just to glimpse wildlife. The agency understood this perfectly and delivered an itinerary that exceeded every expectation.
Each lodge, from the one in Amboseli to the one in Laikipia, the one in North Mara and, finally, the one in Lamu, was of a consistently high caliber. We were welcomed with warm hospitality, outstanding cuisine, and extraordinary accommodations throughout.
At every destination, we had a private guide and vehicle, which made each game drive feel intimate and deeply personal. Our guides were not only highly knowledgeable, but also a true pleasure to spend time with. Every transfer, domestic flight, and internal connection unfolded without a single hitch.
This was our fourth trip planned with Zicasso and it will not be our last. Their ability to transform complex travel into flawless, enriching experiences is unmatched—and we are already dreaming of where they will take us next.
Reviewed By Frederique C.
Our trip was amazing and Zicasso's travel company and our agent could not have been more helpful in planning the trip and making sure it was a once-in-a-lifetime experience. She listened to our desires and planned a trip that met all our requirements. She was very patient in making little modifications until we were completely satisfied.
When we encountered some delays during the trip, she was very responsive in helping notify people on the ground and rescheduling our activities so we didn't miss a thing.
She was very knowledgeable about Southern Africa and selected exceptional lodging facilities for us. The accommodations were not only beautiful, but the staff were extremely professional, friendly, and attentive.
I would highly recommend this travel company if planning an African adventure!
Reviewed By David B.
Zicasso's tour agents planned an amazing trip; everything was perfect and every detail was covered! Their recommendations on when to go, where to go, and what to see were spot on.
Reviewed By diane B.
This was a trip of a lifetime. We are not sure we will ever be able to top it! I have never cried leaving a place before because I was so sad it was over, but I did... three times! From the incredible food and views in Cape Town to the unforgettable adventure at the buffalo camp to the amazing views of Victoria Falls in Zimbabwe, we cannot say enough good things about our experience.
We've used Zicasso several times and have always had a great experience. That's why we keep coming back! But our experience with this travel agency was above and beyond all our expectations. The way our travel agent crafted our trip to meet our desires; stayed in constant contact via text, phone and email; provided us a departure call to walk us through every step of the trip before we left; and stayed connected throughout our trip to ensure we were having a good time and help us tweak some things along the way was customer service like we have never received. We would work with this agency and our agent again in a heartbeat and recommend them to friends and family.
Reviewed By Allison B.
The trip, overall, was amazing!! The planning was flawless and flowed smoothly throughout the trip.
When I envisioned this trip, I never imagined it would be as nice as it was. Every single detail you can imagine was thought of by Zicasso's travel agent. I can't thank her enough for her hard work and diligence. Throughout the trip, she kept in touch and was literally available 24/7 if anything went wrong. She went above and beyond!!! Unfortunately, she only coordinates trips to Africa!! I wish she coordinated trips across the world.
Reviewed By Mark A.
Zicasso's travel agents were excellent at providing a luxury trip. I also sincerely appreciated that they respected my budget. Every detail was expertly planned and completely stress-free.
Reviewed By Amanda G.