6-Day Rwanda Primate, Lake & Cultural Journey

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

Arrival at Kigali International Airport

Upon arrival at Kigali International Airport, your Usoke Explorers guide and driver will welcome you with a warm smile. You'll transfer to your hotel in Kigali, a modern retreat offering a cozy base to unwind. Check in, explore local dining options, and settle in for a restful night as you anticipate the journey ahead.

Main Destination:

Kigali

Accommodation:

Five to Five Hotel

• Budget hotel located in Kigali

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Meals & Drinks:

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

Transfer to Nyungwe via King's Palace Museum

After breakfast, depart Kigali for a scenic 5-hour drive to Nyungwe National Park, stopping en route at the King's Palace Museum in Nyanza. You'll explore the traditional royal residence, a beautifully reconstructed palace, and learn about Rwanda's monarchy, culture, and history including the sacred royal cattle with their impressive horns. Continue your journey, arriving at your lodge by late afternoon. The lodge is nestled in Nyungwe's forest embrace, offering a serene retreat surrounded by the sounds of the rainforest. Check in, relax, and prepare for tomorrow's chimpanzee trek.

Main Destination:

Nyungwe National Park (Chimps)

Best Time To Visit June to September (Dry weather, best chimp trekking)

High Season June to September (Popular gorilla trekking time in Volcanoes NP)

Best Weather June to October (Sunny, but not too hot)

Wildlife in Nyungwe NP

ChimpanzeeCommon

White RhinoNone

Black RhinoNone

LionNone

LeopardNone

CheetahNone

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ElephantNone

GiraffeNone

BuffaloNone

ZebraNone

WildebeestNone

HippoNone

Accommodation:

Nyungwe Top View Hill Hotel

• Mid-range hotel located just outside Nyungwe NP (Chimps)

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Meals & Drinks:

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

Chimpanzee Trekking in Nyungwe then Transfer to Lake Kivu

Rise early for breakfast, the forest stirring as you prepare for chimpanzee trekking. Drive to the park headquarters for a briefing, then trek through dense trails as your guide tracks chimps with expert precision. Spot them high in the trees, their hoots echoing as they swing and forage, and spend an hour captivated by their social antics. Return to the lodge by midday, refresh, and depart for Lake Kivu in Kibuye. Arrive at your lakeside retreat by late afternoon, check in, and relax by the water's edge. Enjoy the sunset over the lake and explore nearby dining options to end your day.

Main Destination:

Lake Kivu

Accommodation:

Kivu Lodge

• Mid-range lodge located at Lake Kivu

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Meals & Drinks:

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

Transfer to Volcanoes National Park

Have breakfast by Lake Kivu, then embark on a boat trip to Napoleon Island. Glide across the lake as you enjoy panoramic views of the surrounding waters. Return to the lodge by late morning, refresh, and depart to Volcanoes National Park. Arrive at your lodge by late afternoon and check in. The misty peaks set the stage for tomorrow's adventure.

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)

Golden Monkey Trekking, Cultural Experience then Transfer to Kigali

Rise early for breakfast, the mist clinging to the volcanoes as you prepare for your trek. Drive to the park headquarters for a briefing, then embark on a golden monkey trek. Venture into bamboo forests, spotting these playful primates as they leap through the canopy. Spend an hour enchanted by their antics, then return to the lodge for a quick refreshment. Visit the Gorilla Guardians Village. After the cultural experience, depart for Kigali city, arriving at your hotel by late afternoon.

Main Destination:

Kigali Genocide Memorial (Kigali)

Accommodation:

Five to Five Hotel

• Budget hotel located in Kigali

Meals & Drinks:

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

City Tour then Depature

After having breakfast, embark on a Kigali city tour. Start at the Kigali Genocide Memorial, a moving tribute to the 1994 Genocide Against the Tutsi. Explore the Kimironko Market, browsing colourful stalls for crafts and souvenirs perfect for last-minute shopping. Visit the Niyo Art Gallery in Kacyiru, admiring Rwanda's contemporary art, then stroll through the Nyamirambo Car-Free Zone, soaking in the community vibe with street art and local shops. Enjoy a light refreshment then head to Kigali International Airport for your departure flight.

Main Destination:

Kigali International Airport (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.