7-Day Rwanda Nziza Journey - Explore, the Land of Hills

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

Murakaza Neza in Rwanda - Welcome to Rwanda, Land of a thousand hills and unforgettable experiences,

Upon arrival at Kigali International Airport, you will be warmly received by your Gorilla Sights guide and transferred to your accommodation in the calm and beautiful areas of Kigali. After check-in and settling in, you will embark on a guided city tour to discover the hidden treasures of Rwanda’s capital, a city known for its cleanliness, safety, and rapid development as one of East Africa’s fastest-growing economies
Your tour includes a visit to the Kigali Genocide Memorial, a powerful and reflective site that provides deep insight into the tragic events of 1994 and Rwanda’s journey toward unity, peace, and reconciliation. This experience offers an important understanding of the country’s history and resilience
You will also explore local markets and vibrant city centers, where you can experience everyday Rwandan life, interact with locals, and see the country’s culture and trade in action. The tour highlights Kigali’s modern transformation while preserving its rich cultural identity.

Main Destination:

Kigali

Accommodation:

Grand Legacy Hotel

• Mid-range hotel

Meals & Drinks:

• Dinner (Breakfast & lunch not included)
• Drinks not included

Head out to Akagera National Park for wildlife safari adventure, game drives, and scenic landscapes

After breakfast, you will journey to Akagera National Park, famously known as the “Wildlife Stories of Rwanda” due to its remarkable diversity of species and scenic savannah landscapes. The drive takes approximately six hours, offering breathtaking views of Rwanda’s rolling hills, rural villages, and lush countryside, often referred to as the “land of a thousand hills.”
Upon arrival at Akagera Park, you will check in at your lodge located within or near the park and enjoy lunch while taking in the peaceful surroundings of the wilderness. In the afternoon, you will embark on a game safari through Rwanda’s only savannah park.
Akagera is home to an impressive range of wildlife, including elephants, giraffes, zebras, antelopes, buffaloes, hippos, crocodiles, lions, and leopards. The park also hosts a wide variety of bird species, making it a paradise for nature lovers and photographers.
This combination of wildlife, lakes, wetlands, and open plains makes Akagera a true safari destination.

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:

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

Explore Akagera National Park - Game drive, and boat safari adventure in Rwanda wildlife experience

Enjoy an early breakfast before setting off on a full-day game drive in Akagera Park, Rwanda’s only savannah park and a true wildlife haven. The park offers a rich variety of ecosystems, including open grasslands, wetlands, marshes, lakes, and rolling hills, creating ideal habitats for diverse wildlife species.
During your game drive, you will have the opportunity to spot iconic animals such as lions, leopards, hyenas, elephants, giraffes, zebras, impalas, topis, waterbucks, buffaloes, and many more. Akagera is also home to an impressive bird population.
You will take in the breathtaking scenery as you explore different sections of the park, enjoying the peaceful beauty of Rwanda’s wilderness. A picnic lunch will be served at a designated spot within the park, allowing you to relax while surrounded by nature.
In the afternoon, you will continue your game drive, increasing your chances of encountering more wildlife. Later, you will return to your lodge for dinner and an overnight stay.

Main Destination:

Akagera National Park

Accommodation:

Mantis Akagera Game Lodge

• Luxury lodge located inside Akagera NP

Meals & Drinks:

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

Transfer to Volcanoes National Park Rwanda - Scenic drive through hills, gorillas and golden monkeys

After breakfast, your journey from Akagera Park to Volcanoes National Park begins as you drive through Rwanda’s beautiful countryside, passing endless rolling hills, rural communities, and agricultural plantations. The drive takes approximately five hours, offering a fascinating transition from savannah landscapes
Along the way, you will enjoy scenic views of the “Land of a Thousand Hills,” with each turn revealing breathtaking valleys, terraced farms, and local villages that showcase Rwanda’s rich rural life and natural beauty. You will have a stop in Kigali for lunch before continuing your journey north towards Volcanoes Park
As you approach the park region, the landscape becomes more dramatic, with towering volcanic peaks and mist-covered mountains clearly illustrating why Rwanda is known for its thousand hills. This area forms part of the Virunga volcanic range, one of the most important conservation regions
Upon arrival at Volcanoes Park, you will check in at your lodge and relax.

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:

Volcanoes Hotel

• Mid-range hotel 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 Rwanda - mountain gorillas adventure in Virunga forests

Rise early for an unforgettable day of gorilla trekking in Volcanoes Park. After breakfast, proceed to the park headquarters for a briefing with ranger guides, who will explain gorilla trekking etiquette, safety rules, and expectations before entering the forest.
You will set out into the misty Virunga Mountains in search of one of the habituated mountain gorilla families. The trek takes you through lush bamboo forests, dense vegetation, and steep volcanic slopes, offering both a challenging and rewarding adventure in Rwanda’s most iconic wilderness
Once you locate the gorillas, you will spend a hour observing them in their natural habitat. Watch as they feed, groom, play, and interact with each other, displaying behaviors that closely resemble human families. This rare encounter offers an unforgettable connection with one of our closest relatives in the animal kingdom
Although the trek can sometimes be demanding due to steep terrain and thick forest, the experience is truly rewarding.

Main Destination:

Volcanoes National Park (Gorillas)

Accommodation:

Volcanoes Hotel

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

Meals & Drinks:

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

Golden monkey trekking and Cultural experience in Volcanoes National Park Rwanda, Primates adventure

When not trekking for gorillas, you will spend a morning exploring the vegetation at the foothills of Mount Sabyinyo in search of the endangered golden monkeys. Volcanoes Park is home to two habituated golden monkey groups, including one large troop of over 80 members, making this one of the best primate experiences in Rwanda.
You will trek through dense bamboo forests, led by ranger guides as you observe these primates. The golden monkeys are highly active and entertaining, often jumping through bamboo branches, feeding, and interacting in large social groups.
In the afternoon, you will visit the Gorilla Guardians Village for a cultural experience that highlights how gorilla tourism has positively impacted local communities. Here, you will learn about traditional Rwandan culture, music, dance, and daily life. You will also gain insight into the history of the Batwa (Pygmy) community, the original forest dwellers who once lived in harmony with the forests before conservation efforts.

Main Destination:

Volcanoes National Park (Gorillas)

Accommodation:

Volcanoes Hotel

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

Meals & Drinks:

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

Transfer back to Kigali international airport for Adventure end of Rwanda Safari Journey Experience,

After your wildlife and cultural experiences in Rwanda, you will enjoy a relaxed breakfast at your lodge before beginning your transfer back to Kigali Airport for your departure flight. The journey offers a final opportunity to admire Rwanda’s breathtaking “land of a thousand hills,” with its rolling green landscapes, terraced farms, and vibrant rural communities
As you travel, you will reflect on the experiences of your safari, from gorilla trekking in Volcanoes Park and golden monkey encounters, to the scenic beauty of Lake Kivu, chimpanzee trekking in Nyungwe Forest, and thrilling game drives in Akagera Park. Each destination has offered a unique perspective of Rwanda’s rich biodiversity, culture, and conservation
Upon arrival in Kigali, you will proceed with airport check-in procedures, marking the end of your journey through Rwanda. Though the safari comes to a close, the memories of close encounters with wildlife, cultural interactions, and landscapes will remain with you forever.

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.
• You'll be dropped off at the airport.