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Arrival
Day 1
Arrival in Kigali
Arrival in Kigali
Upon arrival at Kigali International Airport, you will be welcomed by an Afriquest Travels representative and transferred to your hotel in Kigali.
Depending on your arrival time, relax at the hotel and prepare for your upcoming wildlife and primate adventure.
- Main Destination:
- Kigali
- Activities:
- Accommodation:
- Yambi Hotel
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 2
Kigali Genocide Memorial and Transfer to Akagera National Park
Kigali Genocide Memorial and Transfer to Akagera National Park
After breakfast, visit the Kigali Genocide Memorial, an important historical site commemorating the victims of the 1994 Genocide against the Tutsi. Enjoy a guided tour to learn about Rwanda's history, the events surrounding the genocide, and the country's remarkable journey towards reconciliation, unity, and recovery.
After the visit, depart Kigali and drive eastwards towards Akagera National Park, enjoying scenic views of Rwanda's beautiful countryside, rolling hills, and rural communities along the way.
Upon arrival, proceed to your lodge, check in, have lunch and spend the rest of the afternoon at leisure. Prepare for the exciting wildlife experiences awaiting you in Akagera National Park.
- Main Destination:
- Akagera National Park
- Activities:
- Accommodation:
- Akagera Rhino Lodge
Wildlife in Akagera NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 3
Akagera Game Drive and Lake Ihema Boat Cruise
Akagera Game Drive and Lake Ihema Boat Cruise
Begin the day with an early morning guided game drive, exploring Akagera’s savannah landscapes in search of wildlife.
Keep an eye out for lions, elephants, buffaloes, rhinos and other animals. Leopards are present but elusive, so sightings cannot be guaranteed.
Return to your lodge for breakfast before continuing with wildlife exploration in another section of the park.
In the afternoon, enjoy a boat cruise on Lake Ihema. Observe hippos, crocodiles and a variety of waterbirds along the lake’s shores. You may also see elephants and other wildlife near the water.
Return to your lodge for dinner and relaxation.
- Main Destination:
- Akagera National Park
- Activities:
- Accommodation:
- Akagera Rhino Lodge
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 4
Transfer to Nyungwe National Park
Transfer to Nyungwe National Park
After an early breakfast, depart Akagera and travel southwest towards Nyungwe National Park.
Enjoy a scenic cross-country drive through Rwanda’s rolling hills, agricultural landscapes, tea plantations and traditional communities.
This is a long transfer across the country, so an early departure is recommended.
Arrive in the Nyungwe area later in the day, check in at your lodge and relax in preparation for the following day's primate experiences.
- Main Destination:
- Nyungwe National Park (Chimps)
- Activities:
- Accommodation:
- Nyungwe Nziza Eco-Lodge
Wildlife in Nyungwe NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 5
Chimpanzee Trekking in Nyungwe National Park
Chimpanzee Trekking in Nyungwe National Park
Rise early for breakfast before proceeding to the designated park reception point for a briefing.
Accompanied by experienced guides, enter Nyungwe Forest in search of wild chimpanzees.
Follow the forest trails as you listen for their calls and observe them feeding, communicating and moving through the trees. You may also encounter other primates, including L’Hoest’s monkeys and red-tailed monkeys.
After the trekking experience, return to your lodge for lunch and relaxation.
- Main Destination:
- Nyungwe National Park (Chimps)
- Activities:
- Accommodation:
- Nyungwe Nziza Eco-Lodge
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 6
Colobus Monkey Trekking and Canopy Walk Experience
Colobus Monkey Trekking and Canopy Walk Experience
After breakfast, head into Nyungwe Forest for a guided colobus monkey tracking experience. Observe groups of black-and-white colobus monkeys moving through the forest canopy while learning about the rainforest’s biodiversity.
In the afternoon, embark on an unforgettable canopy walk experience in Nyungwe National Park. Walk along a suspended bridge high above the rainforest floor, enjoying breathtaking views of the lush forest canopy and surrounding mountains. Look out for colourful birds, butterflies and monkeys moving through the vegetation.
Return to your lodge for dinner and relaxation.
- Main Destination:
- Nyungwe National Park (Chimps)
- Activities:
- Accommodation:
- Nyungwe Nziza Eco-Lodge
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 7
Transfer to Volcanoes National Park
Transfer to Volcanoes National Park
After breakfast, depart Nyungwe and travel north towards Volcanoes National Park, home to endangered mountain gorillas and golden monkeys.
Enjoy the scenic drive through Rwanda’s beautiful countryside, passing terraced hillsides, rural communities and mountainous landscapes.
Depending on the route, traffic and road conditions, the journey may take several hours.
Upon arrival in the Ruhengeri area, check in at your lodge and relax in preparation for your mountain gorilla trekking experience.
- Main Destination:
- Volcanoes National Park (Gorillas)
- Activities:
- Accommodation:
- Isange Paradise Resort
Wildlife in Volcanoes NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 8
Mountain Gorilla Trekking and Gorilla Guardian Village Cultural Experience
Mountain Gorilla Trekking and Gorilla Guardian Village Cultural Experience
After an early breakfast, transfer to the Volcanoes National Park headquarters for a briefing by experienced park rangers. Learn about gorilla trekking guidelines, safety precautions, and the conservation efforts protecting Rwanda’s endangered mountain gorillas.
After the briefing, proceed into the forest in search of a habituated mountain gorilla family. Once you encounter the gorillas, spend a memorable one hour observing them in their natural habitat, watching their feeding, grooming, and social interactions.
After returning from the trek, enjoy lunch before heading to Gorilla Guardian Village for an immersive cultural experience. Discover Rwanda’s rich traditions through traditional music and dance, storytelling, local customs, and demonstrations of traditional practices. Interact with community members and learn about their role in conservation and sustainable tourism.
Later, return to your lodge for dinner and relaxation.
- Main Destination:
- Volcanoes National Park (Gorillas)
- Activities:
- Accommodation:
- Isange Paradise Resort
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 9
Golden Monkey Tracking in Volcanoes National Park
Golden Monkey Tracking in Volcanoes National Park
After breakfast, proceed to the park headquarters for a briefing before beginning your golden monkey tracking experience.
Explore the bamboo forests at the foothills of the Virunga Mountains in search of these lively primates, recognised by their distinctive golden-orange markings and playful behaviour.
Observe them as they forage, leap between bamboo stems and interact within their groups.
After the tracking experience, return to your lodge for lunch and enjoy the remainder of the day at leisure.
- Main Destination:
- Volcanoes National Park (Gorillas)
- Activities:
- Accommodation:
- Isange Paradise Resort
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 10
Transfer to Kigali and Departure
Transfer to Kigali and Departure
After breakfast, depart the Ruhengeri area and travel back to Kigali through Rwanda’s scenic countryside.
Depending on your departure schedule, you may have time to visit a local craft market or enjoy a short drive around the city.
Transfer to Kigali International Airport for your departure, marking the end of your Rwanda Big Five and Primates Safari with Afriquest Travels Limited.
- Main Destination:
- Kigali
- Activities:
- Accommodation:
- No accommodation (End of tour)
- Meals & Drinks:
