$5,565 pp (USD)
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Arrival
Day 1
Welcome to Rwanda
Welcome to Rwanda
Welcome to Rwanda! Upon arrival at Kigali International Airport, you'll be warmly welcomed by your private driver, who will assist with your luggage and transfer you to your hotel in Kigali. Enjoy your first impressions of Rwanda's vibrant capital as you travel through this beautiful and welcoming city.
Upon arrival at your hotel, settle into your accommodations and enjoy the remainder of the day at your leisure. Relax after your international journey, enjoy the hotel's amenities, and prepare for the exciting adventure that awaits you over the coming days.
- Main Destination:
- Kigali
- Activities:
- Accommodation:
- Four Points by Sheraton Kigali
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 2
Journey Through the Land of a Thousand Hills to Nyungwe Rainforest
Journey Through the Land of a Thousand Hills to Nyungwe Rainforest
After breakfast, your private safari guide will pick you up from your hotel to begin exploring Kigali, Rwanda's vibrant capital. Your first stop is the famous Hôtel des Mille Collines, known worldwide for its connection to the events portrayed in the film Hotel Rwanda. Continue to the Kigali Genocide Memorial, a deeply moving experience that provides insight into Rwanda's history and its remarkable journey of healing and reconciliation. Following your visits, enjoy lunch in Kigali before beginning the next part of your adventure.
In the afternoon, depart Kigali and travel southwest through Rwanda's spectacular countryside toward Nyungwe National Park, home to one of Africa's oldest and most biodiverse rainforests. Along the way, enjoy views of rolling green hills, lush tea plantations, and traditional villages. Arrive at your lodge in the evening, where you can settle in and prepare for tomorrow's exciting chimpanzee trekking adventure.
- Main Destination:
- Nyungwe National Park (Chimps)
- Activities:
- Accommodation:
- Nyungwe Top View Hill Hotel
Wildlife in Nyungwe NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 3
Into the Wild – Chimpanzee Trekking & Sky-High Canopy Adventure
Into the Wild – Chimpanzee Trekking & Sky-High Canopy Adventure
Your day begins with an exciting guided trek into the lush rainforest of Nyungwe National Park in search of wild chimpanzees. Accompanied by experienced park rangers, follow the sounds of these fascinating primates through the forest until you encounter them in their natural habitat. Watch as they feed, play, communicate, and move through the trees.
Later, enjoy another thrilling adventure on the famous Nyungwe Canopy Walkway, suspended approximately 70 meters above the forest floor. Take in breathtaking panoramic views of the ancient rainforest while keeping an eye out for colorful birds and other wildlife. Return to your lodge for a peaceful evening surrounded by Rwanda's beautiful highland forests.
- Main Destination:
- Nyungwe National Park (Chimps)
- Activities:
- Accommodation:
- Nyungwe Top View Hill Hotel
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 4
Rwanda's Hidden Treasures – Coffee, Lake Kivu & the Virunga Mountains
Rwanda's Hidden Treasures – Coffee, Lake Kivu & the Virunga Mountains
After an early breakfast, begin your scenic journey north toward beautiful Lake Kivu. Along the way, visit a local coffee plantation or coffee washing station, where you'll discover how Rwanda's famous coffee is grown, harvested, and processed. Enjoy learning about local coffee-growing traditions and sampling freshly prepared Rwandan coffee before continuing to the shores of Lake Kivu for a relaxing lakeside lunch.
Following lunch, embark on a scenic boat cruise across Lake Kivu, admiring its picturesque islands, lush green hills, and traditional fishing communities. After your cruise, continue north toward Volcanoes National Park, home to Rwanda's endangered mountain gorillas. Arrive at your lodge in the evening, surrounded by the magnificent Virunga Mountains, and prepare for tomorrow's extraordinary adventure.
- Main Destination:
- Volcanoes National Park (Gorillas)
- Activities:
- Accommodation:
- Le Bambou Gorilla Lodge
Wildlife in Volcanoes NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 5
Face-to-Face with Mountain Gorillas & Rwanda's Living Traditions
Face-to-Face with Mountain Gorillas & Rwanda's Living Traditions
Today promises to be one of the most unforgettable experiences of your African adventure! After an early breakfast, travel to Volcanoes National Park headquarters for your trekking briefing before setting out with experienced trackers and park rangers. Journey through mist-covered forests and bamboo-covered slopes in search of a mountain gorilla family. Once located, enjoy the extraordinary privilege of spending up to one hour observing these magnificent animals in their natural habitat.
Following your gorilla encounter, visit the Gorilla Guardians Cultural Village, where you'll experience Rwanda's rich cultural heritage through traditional music, dancing, storytelling, and fascinating demonstrations of local customs. This community-based experience provides a wonderful opportunity to connect with local people and learn about the important relationship between conservation and surrounding communities. Return to your lodge for a relaxing evening.
- Main Destination:
- Volcanoes National Park (Gorillas)
- Activities:
- Accommodation:
- Le Bambou Gorilla Lodge
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 6
Golden Monkey Encounters – A Final Adventure in the Virunga Mountains
Golden Monkey Encounters – A Final Adventure in the Virunga Mountains
Your final morning brings another incredible wildlife encounter as you return to Volcanoes National Park to track the rare and beautiful golden monkeys. Accompanied by experienced park guides, venture into the bamboo forests in search of these energetic primates, known for their striking golden-orange fur and playful personalities. Watch as they leap through the trees, forage for food, and interact with one another.
Following your golden monkey trekking experience, begin your scenic return journey to Kigali, passing through Rwanda's beautiful rolling hills and countryside. Depending on your travel arrangements, your guide will transfer you to Kigali International Airport or your preferred hotel, concluding your incredible six-day adventure through Rwanda.
- Main Destination:
- Kigali
- Activities:
- Accommodation:
- No accommodation (End of tour)
- Meals & Drinks:
