7-Day Journey Through Rwanda History, Culture, and Wild

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

Arrival in Kigali – History & Transfer to Musanze

Kigali Genocide Memorial: Begin your journey with a deeply moving visit to the Kigali Genocide Memorial to learn about Rwanda’s history, resilience, and unity.

Lunch in Kigali: Enjoy a local meal offering Rwandan fusion cuisine.

City Drive: Brief city tour of Kigali – visit the Kimironko Market for local crafts and produce.

Transfer to Musanze: A scenic 2.5-hour drive through rolling hills and lush countryside.

Dinner & Overnight: Check in at your lodge.

Main Destination:

Ruhengeri (City)

Accommodation:

Mountain Gorilla View Lodge

• Mid-range lodge located less than 1hr drive from Ruhengeri (City)

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Meals & Drinks:

• Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included)
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Golden monkey trekking and village visit

Have breakfast and depart early for Golden Monkey Trekking in Volcanoes National Park.

Afternoon: Have lunch and visit the Iby’Iwacu Cultural Village to engage with local communities, learn traditional dances, crafts, and daily Rwandan life.

Evening: Relax at your lodge and enjoy dinner overlooking the volcanoes.

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)

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Gorilla Trekking in Volcanoes National Park

Have breakfast and head to the park headquarters for briefing and group allocation.

Begin your Gorilla Trekking Experience – a life-changing adventure through the lush jungle to spend an hour with a mountain gorilla family.

Afternoon: Return to your lodge for lunch and relaxation, or take an optional visit to Twin Lakes Burera and Ruhondo for scenic views and local canoe experiences.

Dinner & Overnight.

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
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Farm-to-Table Cultural Experience & Transfer to Gisenyi

Morning: Visit a local cultural center or farm in Musanze for a Farm-to-Table Experience: harvest vegetables, learn traditional cooking techniques, and enjoy a meal you’ve helped prepare.

Afternoon: Transfer to Gisenyi (approx. 1.5–2 hours).

Enjoy a sunset walk along Lake Kivu or relax at the beach.

Dinner & Overnight.

Main Destination:

Gisenyi (Lake Kivu)

Accommodation:

Lake Kivu Serena Hotel

• Luxury hotel located in Gisenyi (Lake Kivu)

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Start the Congo Nile Trail

Morning: Have breakfast and Begin your Congo Nile Trail adventure – a scenic and cultural journey along the shores of Lake Kivu.
Have at a local restaurant.
Options include hiking, mountain biking, or 4x4 drive depending on your fitness and preference.

Pass through fishing villages, banana plantations, and coffee farms.

Overnight and dinner.

Main Destination:

Gisenyi (Lake Kivu)

Accommodation:

Lake Kivu Serena Hotel

• Luxury hotel located in Gisenyi (Lake Kivu)

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Continue Congo Nile Trail

Have breakfast and continue the trail toward Kibuye, enjoying breathtaking views of the lake, tea plantations, and rolling hills.
Afternoon enjoy lunch.
Meet local communities and experience authentic Rwandan hospitality.

Overnight at the hotel and dinner.

Main Destination:

Gisenyi (Lake Kivu)

Accommodation:

Lake Kivu Serena Hotel

• Luxury hotel located in Gisenyi (Lake Kivu)

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Drive Back to Kigali

Morning: Have breakfast by Lake Kivu and set off for Kigali.

Drive to Kigali: 4–5 hours with scenic stops en route.

Stopovers wherever you want.

End of Tour.

Main Destination:

Kigali

Accommodation:

No accommodation (End of tour)

Meals & Drinks:

• Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included)
• Drinking water (Other 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.