5-Day Rwanda Big Five and Gorilla Trekking Safari

• A transfer from the airport can be arranged for an extra cost.
• Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.

Kigali City Tour and Transfer to Akagera

Your driver-guide will pick you up from your Kigali hotel for a guided visit to the Kigali Genocide Memorial, a moving tribute to the nation’s history and resilience. Continue through the city’s clean streets and vibrant markets before heading east to Akagera National Park, Rwanda’s only savannah reserve. Arrive by evening to relax and enjoy the sunset over Lake Ihema. Overnight at Akagera Game Lodge or similar.

Main Destination:

Akagera National Park

Best Time To Visit June to September and mid-December to mid-February (It is drier and wildlife is easier to spot)

High Season June to September (The park is busiest at weekends)

Best Weather June to October (Sunny, but not too hot)

Wildlife in Akagera NP

GiraffeCommon

BuffaloAbundant

ZebraAbundant

HippoAbundant

White RhinoOccasional

LionOccasional

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ElephantOccasional

Black RhinoRare

LeopardRare

HyenaRare

CheetahNone

WildebeestNone

Wild DogNone

Accommodation:

Mantis Akagera Game Lodge

• Luxury lodge located inside Akagera NP

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Meals & Drinks:

• Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included)
• Drinks not included

Full-Day Game Drive in Akagera National Park

Rise early for a full-day game drive through Akagera’s scenic landscapes of rolling hills, woodland, and open plains. Spot the Big Five — lion, elephant, buffalo, rhino, and leopard — along with giraffes, zebras, antelopes, and rich birdlife. Capture stunning photographs and enjoy a picnic lunch in the park before returning to the lodge for dinner and relaxation.
Overnight at Akagera Game Lodge or similar.

Main Destination:

Akagera National Park

Accommodation:

Mantis Akagera Game Lodge

• Luxury lodge located inside Akagera NP

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinks not included

Lake Ihema Boat Cruise and Transfer to Volcanoes NP

After breakfast, take a peaceful boat cruise on Lake Ihema. Watch hippos basking, crocodiles sunning along the banks, and colorful birds gliding overhead. Later, depart for Volcanoes National Park in northwestern Rwanda, traveling through scenic hills and rural villages. Arrive by evening to enjoy dinner and prepare for the gorilla trekking experience.
Overnight at Mountain Gorilla View Lodge or similar.

Main Destination:

Volcanoes National Park (Gorillas)

Best Time To Visit June to August (It is drier and hiking is easier)

High Season June to September (Permits are scarce)

Best Weather June to October (Sunny, but not too hot)

Wildlife in Volcanoes NP

GorillaCommon

ChimpanzeeNone

ElephantRare

BuffaloRare

White RhinoNone

Black RhinoNone

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GiraffeNone

LionNone

LeopardNone

CheetahNone

ZebraNone

WildebeestNone

HippoNone

Accommodation:

Mountain Gorilla View Lodge

• Mid-range lodge located less than 1hr drive from Volcanoes NP (Gorillas)

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinks not included

Gorilla Trekking Experience

After breakfast, report to Kinigi Park Headquarters for a briefing before setting out on a guided trek in search of a habituated mountain gorilla family. Hike through lush rainforest terrain, enjoying breathtaking views and spotting other wildlife along the way. Once you find the gorillas, spend an awe-inspiring hour observing their interactions and behavior before heading back to the lodge to relax. Overnight at Mountain Gorilla View Lodge or similar.

Main Destination:

Volcanoes National Park (Gorillas)

Accommodation:

Mountain Gorilla View Lodge

• Mid-range lodge located less than 1hr drive from Volcanoes NP (Gorillas)

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinks not included

Golden Monkey Trek and Return to Kigali

This morning, embark on a golden monkey trekking adventure in the bamboo forests of Volcanoes National Park. Watch these lively primates leap between branches in playful groups. After the trek, begin your scenic drive back to Kigali. Upon arrival, your driver-guide will drop you off at your hotel or the airport in time for your onward flight, marking the end of an unforgettable Rwandan journey. End of Tour.

Main Destination:

Kigali

Accommodation:

No accommodation (End of tour)

Meals & Drinks:

• Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included)
• Drinks not included

• Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost.
• A transfer back to the airport can be arranged for an extra cost.