$2,805 pp (USD)
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Arrival
Day 1
Kigali Arrival & City Highlights (Rwanda)
Kigali Arrival & City Highlights (Rwanda)
Arrive in Kigali and meet your budget tour guide before heading into the clean, green capital. Start with a visit to the Kigali Genocide Memorial for an introduction to the region’s history, then continue to local artisan markets and small cooperative shops where you can buy affordable crafts while supporting community groups. In the afternoon, take a scenic drive to Musanze, passing rolling hills, banana plantations, and small villages. Settle into a budget guesthouse on the outskirts of Volcanoes National Park and enjoy a simple dinner while your guide briefs you on the next day’s activities.
- Main Destination:
- Kigali Genocide Memorial (Kigali, Rwanda)
- Accommodation:
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Hotel Muhabura
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 2
Volcanoes NP Golden Monkey Trek & Transfer to Uganda
Volcanoes NP Golden Monkey Trek & Transfer to Uganda
Begin the morning with a gentle but rewarding trek through the bamboo forests of Volcanoes National Park to observe the lively golden monkeys as they leap through branches and forage on fresh shoots. After the trek, return to the lodge for lunch, then continue toward the Cyanika border crossing into Uganda. Enjoy views of terraced farms and volcanic peaks as you descend toward Kisoro, a friendly town near Mgahinga and Bwindi. Check into a budget lodge, and prepare for the famous gorilla trek the next day.
- Main Destination:
- Volcanoes National Park (Gorillas)
- Accommodation:
-
Rushaga Gorilla Havens Lodge
Wildlife in Volcanoes NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 3
Gorilla trekking
Gorilla trekking
Rise early for a briefing at Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, home to roughly half of the world’s remaining mountain gorillas. Hike through thick jungle, moving over roots and mossy slopes as trackers guide you through. Spend an unforgettable hour observing their behaviour, grooming, and interacting peacefully in their natural habitat. After descending, enjoy a relaxed late lunch before returning to your lodge. The afternoon is free for rest or a walk-through nearby village to learn about local crafts and traditional farming practices.
- Main Destination:
- Bwindi Impenetrable National Park (Gorillas)
- Accommodation:
- Rushaga Gorilla Havens Lodge
Wildlife in Bwindi Impenetrable NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 4
Transfer to Bunyonyi
Transfer to Bunyonyi
Drive to nearby Lake Bunyonyi, one of Africa’s deepest and most scenic lakes, dotted with small islands and surrounded by green, terraced hills. Check into a budget-friendly lakeside lodge and spend the morning exploring by optional dugout canoe with a local guide, who shares stories about the lake’s history and culture. After lunch, unwind with swimming, a nature walks, or simply relaxing on the terrace with sweeping lake views. In the evening, enjoy a simple Ugandan meal while watching the sunset over the calm waters.
- Main Destination:
- Lake Bunyonyi (Uganda)
- Accommodation:
- Bunyonyi Overland Resort
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 5
Return to Kigali & Departure
Return to Kigali & Departure
After breakfast, begin the scenic drive back to Rwanda, passing rural landscapes, markets, and hillside farms. Cross the border at Cyanika and continue to Kigali, stopping for photo viewpoints or a quick local lunch along the way. Depending on your ticket schedule, consider exploring additional optional Kigali highlights, such as local coffee shops. Our guide will drop you at the airport or your preferred location, marking the end of an affordable yet unforgettable.
- Main Destination:
- Kigali (Rwanda)
- Accommodation:
- No accommodation (End of tour)
- Meals & Drinks:
