Leigha and David’s Honeymoon
November 2026
✨ Gorillas, Safari, & Coastal Escape
ITINERARY SNAPSHOT
🇷🇼 Rwanda
Day 1: Arrive in Kigali. Meet & Greet, airport transfers. Overnight at Hemingways Retreat.
Day 2. Kigali Genocide Memorial & Dian Fossey Campus. Transfer to Volcanoes region. Overnight Sambora Kinigi Lodge.
Day 3: Gorilla trekking & Red Rocks Cultural Center. Overnight Sambora.
Day 4: Golden monkey trekking & Handspun hope. Overnight Sambora.
🇰🇪 Nairobi (transit)
Day 5: Arrive at NBO
1 night at Sheraton Four Points Nairobi, King Room
Includes airport transfers (Contact #: +254 740 031199)
🇰🇪 Masai Mara
Day 6: Transport to Wilson Airport. Flight from Nairobi Wilson → Keekerok Airstrip via Safarilink.
Day 6-9: 3 nights at Sand River Masai Mara, Game Package, Safari Tent (game drives, school visit, hot air balloon safari!)
🇰🇪 Lamu Coast
Day 9: Transfer from Masai Mara to Lamu. Suggested flights:
Safarilink: Keekerok → Wilson (11:00–12:20)
Safarilink: Wilson → Lamu (14:00–16:15)
Day 9-13: 4 nights at Manda Bay Resort, Beachfront Room
Includes boat hire to Lamu Old Town, and sunset Dhow Cruise
Day 13: Departure day. 😢
Your international flight is to depart from Lamu.
VISUALIZE YOUR JOURNEY…
Day 1: Overnight in Kigali at Hemingways Retreat. Meet & Greet, airport transfer.
Day 2: Kigali Genocide Memorial & Dian Fossey Campus. Transfer to Sambora Kinigi Lodge.
Sambora Kinigi Lodge
📍 Rwanda
Escape to the secret, untamed and beautiful heart of Rwanda.
Journey into the heart of Volcano’s National Park for an intimate and life-changing experience gorilla trekking Rwanda’s famous Silverbacks.
At Sambora Kinigi Lodge, your journey is elevated with exquisite, gourmet dishes crafted from the finest local and seasonal ingredients, served to the highest standards of luxury dining.
Indulge in the rich flavors of locally sourced produce, including fresh fruits, vegetables, herbs, cheese, yogurt, and honey—all grown and produced by nearby farmers and artisans. Experience the essence of Rwanda’s vibrant culinary culture while connecting with the local community through visits to meet the farmers and producers.
Unwind by the eucalyptus wood-fired hearth, surrounded by the soothing aromas and panoramic views from the lush tropical gardens. Let the peaceful ambiance of Volcanoes National Park and the luxury of Sambora Kinigi Lodge be your sanctuary after a thrilling day of Rwanda gorilla trekking.
Inclusions
Airport transfers, Meet & Greets
Full day vehicle use outside Kigali (Safari Jeep) for your entire stay - for transfers from Kigali and to treks & explorations.
Gorilla trekking and golden monkey permits.
3 nights in a newly renovated Sanctuary Suite
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner.
House Wines & Local Beers, inc snacks.
All Non-Alcoholic Beverages.
Laundry.
In-Room Refreshments & Snacks.
Starlink WiFi.
Welcome Massage - 45 mins per guest per stay.
1 x Additional Activity Per Day - link here.
Daily 6pm G&T’s before dinner.
Day 3: Gorilla trekking & Red Rocks Cultural Center.
Choose from an extensive list of cultural activities including basket weaving, banana beer making and more!
Day 4: Golden monkey trekking & Handspun hope
A wonderful local community project supporting women affected by domestic violence and genocide, the community make and dye their own wools, using it to create beautiful, high quality garments and felt toys.
Day 5: Transfer to Kigali Airport.
Transfer: Sambora back to Kigali Airport for flight to Nairobi.
Day 5: Overnight in Sheraton Four Points Nairobi Airport. Includes transfers.
Day 6: Transfer to Nairobi Wilson Airport. Flight to Masai Mara.
Elewana Sand River
📍 Masai Mara National Reserve
Sublime. Glorious. Infinite.
Located on the banks of a river from which it has taken its name, Sand River Masai Mara is located within the Masai Mara National Reserve, close to the Tanzanian border. Situated on a secluded and picturesque site, Sand River Masai Mara replicates the heyday of exclusive permanent tented camps of the late 1920’s. The interior fixtures and furnishings mirror this period perfectly, reminding all who visit of those countless Hollywood movies that have paid homage to a classic era of African adventure.
Sand River Masai Mara is an ideal destination, at any time of the year, for those wishing to enjoy exceptional game-viewing. The National Reserve is best known for its large concentrations of big cats, such as leopard, cheetah and, of course, lion. Even the dramatic arrival of the Annual Migration merely adds to an already abundant resident wildlife that awaits discovery.
Includes game package: accommodation, all meals (breakfast, lunch and dinner), soft drinks, beer, house wines and selected spirits, teas, coffees and refreshments (on the property), and laundry services. Also includes scheduled and shared game drives, bush breakfast, sundowners, and transfers to and from our designated airstrips. The game package excludeschampagne, private cellar wines and premium spirits.
Activities
Private game drives in custom 4x4 vehicles
Bush meals and sundowners
Swimming pool
Visit to a local school supported by Land & Life Foundation
Hot air balloon safari (departure from the camp at 4.30am to arrive at the launch site by 5.15 - then lift off (duration will depend on the winds and pilot) followed by a champagne breakfast upon landing).
Day 9: Transfer from Masai Mara to Lamu. Flights:
Safarilink: Keekerok → Wilson (11:00–12:20)
Safarilink: Wilson → Lamu (14:00–16:15)
Manda Bay
📍 Lamu Archipelago
Barefoot Luxury Meets Adventure and Conservation
There are no words to describe Manda Bay; it is a feeling that quite simply has to be experienced to be understood. Trust me — this place is NEXT. LEVEL.
Nestled on Kenya’s quiet northern coast, Manda Bay is a family-run retreat where wild adventure, conservation, and barefoot luxury come together. With no windows in the beachfront bandas and no worries in sight, guests arrive as strangers and leave as family.
All rooms are crafted from locally sourced materials, including wood, palm-woven matting floors, and palm thatching. Each bedroom is en suite and designed with simplicity in mind, featuring open-air windows without shutters or glass. Every room includes an oversized walk-in mosquito net, overhead fans, and a verandah with chairs and a swing bed for ultimate relaxation.
Your package includes a visit to UNESCO World Heritage Site Lamu Old Town (video here and photos here!), and a sunset dhow boat cruise. Prepare to step back in time and be absolutely enchanted.
Day 13: Transfer to Lamu Airport for your departure flight home.
PACKAGE INFO
Quote for 2 people
$25,854.00 USD per couple
Exclusions
International flights (these can be booked via my flight agent for a small booking fee)
Day 1: International arrival in Kigali (KGL)
Day 5: Kigali - Nairobi (NBO)
Day 13: International departure from Lamu (LAU) - likely routing through Nairobi
Travel insurance – Please confirm you have reviewed and consent to the Terms & Conditions, including the mandatory travel insurance requirement covering emergency medical treatment, evacuation, repatriation, and trip cancellation/interruption. Strongly recommended within 14 days of deposit.
Spa services, massages, and other personal treatments
Visa fees
Any other items not specifically listed above.
Gratuities are always at your discretion and appreciated.
Notes:
The above quote may shift slightly with availability at the time of booking. All third-party flights and services are subject to change due to fuel surcharges, park fees, and other operational costs. Your final balance may be adjusted accordingly.
It is each guest’s responsibility to ensure:
Your passport is valid (typically with at least two blank pages for entry stamps)
You obtain the necessary travel insurance for your trip, including health, trip cancellation, and baggage coverage
All travellers are required to purchase a Kenya Electronic Travel Authorization at least 3 days before the trip (approximately $30 USD) and Rwanda visa upon arrival - $50 USD fee for a 30-day single-entry visa per person
Please review the Safarilink Baggage Allowance
Please send me any dietary restrictions or medical issues that your lodges should be aware of.
By paying your deposit, you agree to the Terms & Conditions of each supplier as well as Adventurelust’s Terms & Conditions.
About Adventurelust Safaris
Experience the true African wild
Connect intimately with nature
Up close & personal encounters
Prioritizing your safety & enjoyment
Lodging vetted for you
With all the luxuries & comforts
Adventurelust safaris encapsulate all the reasons I fell in love with Africa and its animals, and I feel so passionately that you will too! Your safari is set in the true African wilderness, witnessing animals in their rightful and natural habitat, and you never know what kind of encounters Mama Africa has in store! This is a luxurious experience where you will be taken care of and treated to an exquisite, rejuvenating, therapeutic getaway in nature, a perfect chance to disconnect from your daily stresses and reconnect with yourself and this beautiful planet. Safaris are an adventure I truly wish everyone could experience at least once in their lifetime, and an experience you will never forget!