Makisala Safaris

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$2,530 to $2,750 pp (USD)

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Arrival (See Getting There for more details)

Arrival (See Getting There for more details)

  • You'll be collected from the airport.
  • Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.

Day 1

Farm to Table Experience at Musanze

Farm to Table Experience at Musanze

After an early breakfast, you will be picked up from your hotel in Kigali and start your drive to Musanze, taking in Rwanda’s rolling hills along the way. Upon arrival, take part in an immersive Farm-to-Table experience where you’ll learn about local agriculture, help harvest fresh produce, and prepare a traditional Rwandan meal alongside local chefs. Afterward, check in at your lodge, relax, and enjoy the property’s amenities before dinner and an overnight stay.

Main Destination:
Ruhengeri (City)
Accommodation:
Tiloreza Volcanoes Ecolodge
  • Mid-range lodge located less than 1hr drive from Ruhengeri (City)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 2

Gorilla trekking at Volcano National Park

Gorilla trekking at Volcano National Park

Early in the morning, after breakfast and with your packed lunch, your driver-guide will pick you up from the lodge and take you to the park headquarters for a briefing on proper conduct when encountering mountain gorillas in their natural habitat. You will then set out on an unforgettable trek to observe these majestic creatures up close.

After this remarkable experience, return to the lodge for a hot lunch before heading out in the afternoon to explore the scenic Twin Lakes of Bulera and Ruhondo. Enjoy the stunning views and peaceful surroundings, then return to the lodge for dinner and an overnight stay.

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

Accommodation:
Tiloreza Volcanoes Ecolodge
  • Mid-range lodge located less than 1hr drive from Volcanoes NP (Gorillas)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 3

Cultural Village visit and return to Kigali

Cultural Village visit and return to Kigali

After breakfast, visit the Gorilla Guardians Village (formerly Iby’Iwacu Cultural Village) to immerse yourself in Rwandan traditions. Experience local music, dance, and crafts, and interact with community members to learn about their daily life and cultural heritage. After lunch, depart for Kigali and arrive later in the afternoon, where you will be dropped off at your hotel to conclude your journey.

Main Destination:
No major destination visited
Accommodation:
No accommodation (End of tour)
Meals & Drinks:
  • Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included)
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

End of tour (See Getting There for more details)

End of tour (See Getting There for more details)

  • Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost.
  • You'll be dropped off at the airport.

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Disclaimer

  • This tour is offered by Makisala Safaris, not SafariBookings.
  • This operator reserves the right to change rates advertised on SafariBookings.
  • If you request changes to this tour, the advertised rates will likely change.
  • The exact order, contents and rates of this tour are subject to availability.
  • If an accommodation is fully booked, the operator will suggest a comparable alternative.
  • Gorilla tracking permits are subject to availability.