Makario Safaris

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Arrival (See Getting There for more details)

Arrival (See Getting There for more details)

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

Day 1

Arrival

Arrival

Upon arrival at Kigali International Airport. Meet and greet by Akagera aviation. Our representative will be waiting for you outside the customs and immigration hall to warmly welcome you and facilitate your transfer to the city hotel. Upon arrival, you will receive check-in assistance, followed by a tour briefing in the lobby. Enjoy a delicious dinner and an overnight stay.

Main Destination:
Kigali
Accommodation:
Amata N’Ubuki Boutique Hotel
  • Luxury hotel located in Kigali
Meals & Drinks:
  • Dinner (Breakfast & lunch not included)
  • Drinks not included

Day 2

Kigali- Volcanoes national park (2h30drive)| City tour of Kigali

Kigali- Volcanoes national park (2h30drive)| City tour of Kigali

After breakfast and check-out, embark on a guided city tour at 09h00. Start with the Rwanda Art Museum. Later, explore the profound and deeply moving Kigali Genocide Memorial, which houses insightful exhibits chronicling the history and impact of the genocide in Rwanda. This memorial serves as a powerful reminder and educational experience, providing visitors with a deeper understanding of the country's past. We will finish with enjoying interesting art pieces created by resident artists at
the Niyo Art Gallert. Delight in a delicious lunch at either the Heaven restaurant. In the afternoon, continue your journey with a scenic drive to Musanze and Volcanoes National Park. Upon arrival at 17h00, you will be warmly welcomed with a refreshing drink and assisted with check-in. Indulge in a delectable dinner at 19h00 and enjoy an unforgettable overnight stay in this remarkable setting.

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

Accommodation:
Mountain Gorilla View Lodge
  • Mid-range lodge located just outside Volcanoes NP (Gorillas)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 3

Volcanoes- Lake Kivu( 1hr drive) Gorilla trek & Gorilla guardian village

Volcanoes- Lake Kivu( 1hr drive) Gorilla trek & Gorilla guardian village

06h00: Enjoy an early breakfast at the lodge before heading to the park headquarters for your Mountain Gorilla trek briefing at 07h00. Join your guide and fellow trekkers, and start your thrilling guided walk at 08h00. After an incredible gorilla encounter, return to the lodge for lunch and boot cleaning. In the afternoon, check out. Transfer to visit the Gorilla Guardians Village for a immersive cultural experience. Proceed to lake Kivu in Gisenyi, arrival and check in assistance, followed by dinner and an overnight stay.

Main Destination:
Volcanoes National Park (Gorillas)
Accommodation:
Paradise Kivu
  • Mid-range hotel located 1-2hr drive from Volcanoes NP (Gorillas)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 4

Lake Kivu- Kigali ( 4hrs drive) Kayaking and Departure

Lake Kivu- Kigali ( 4hrs drive) Kayaking and Departure

Breakfast at the hotel and transfer to the nearby Paradis Malahide hotel. Proceed to the jetty where you will be briefed and
have a short orientation before starting your guided Kayaking trip in Lake Kivu. Kayak on a journey of discovery though the African countryside. Travel peacefully along the spectacular coast of one of Africa’s Great Lakes and witness the verdant landscape, vibrant local communities, birds and wildlife that thrive in the water, on the shores and islands of Lake Kivu. (you will be provided with a snack, water and a beverage.

After this wonderful experience, transfer to your hotel for freshening up and check out. Set off for Kigali. Arrival for lunch at pili pili restaurant.

Afternoon, transfer to Kigali international airport. Bid farewell to your driver and proceed to check in for your homebound.
End of our services, wishing you an excellent safari experience.

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)

End of tour (See Getting There for more details)

End of tour (See Getting There for more details)

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

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Disclaimer

  • This tour is offered by Makario Safaris, not SafariBookings.
  • This operator reserves the right to change rates advertised on SafariBookings.
  • If you request changes to this tour, the advertised rates will likely change.
  • The exact order, contents and rates of this tour are subject to availability.
  • If an accommodation is fully booked, the operator will suggest a comparable alternative.
  • Gorilla tracking permits are subject to availability.
  • This tour is subject to the terms & conditions of Makario Safaris.