6-Day Rwanda Big 5 & Gorilla Trekking Safari

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

Arrival in Kigali & Transfer to Akagera National Park

Upon arrival in Kigali, meet your safari guide and begin the journey east to Akagera National Park. Enjoy Rwanda's scenic countryside and local villages before arriving at the park. Settle into your lodge and prepare for the wildlife adventure ahead.

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:

Akagera Safari Camp

• Mid-range lodge located less than 1hr drive from Akagera NP

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Meals & Drinks:

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

Akagera Game Drive & Boat Safari

Spend the day exploring Akagera National Park on a thrilling game drive in search of elephants, giraffes, zebras, buffaloes, antelopes, and other wildlife. Later, enjoy a boat safari on Lake Ihema, where hippos, crocodiles, and numerous bird species can be seen.

Main Destination:

Akagera National Park

Accommodation:

Akagera Safari Camp

• Mid-range lodge located less than 1hr drive from Akagera NP

Meals & Drinks:

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

Transfer to Volcanoes National Park

After breakfast, depart to Akagera and drive through Kigali before continuing north to Volcanoes National Park. The journey offers spectacular views of Rwanda's famous rolling hills, rural communities, and volcanic landscapes. Arrive at your lodge in the afternoon 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:

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
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Gorilla Trekking Experience

Following an early morning briefing, enter Volcanoes National Park for the highlight of the safari, mountain gorilla trekking. Hike through the forestr with experienced trackers and spend one unforgettable hour observing a gorilla family in its natural habitat before returning to the lodge.

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)

Twin Lakes(Lake Burera and Lake Ruhondo) & Cultural Experience

Enjoy a morning excursion to the scenic Twin Lakes of Burera and Ruhondo, surrounded by Virunga Volcanoes. Later, visit a local cultural community to learn about traditional Rwandan customs, music, and daily life while enjoying the beautiful countryside.

Main Destination:

Lake Burera

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)

Kigali City Tour & Departure

After breakfast, return to Kigali and enjoy a city tour featuring major landmarks, cultural sites, and local markets. Take time for souvenir shoping before being transferred to Kigali International Airport for your departure.

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)

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