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Arrival
Day 1
Arrival at Kigali
Arrival at Kigali
Meet on arrival at the airport. Transfer to Kigali. After lunch, drive toward Muhanga, with spectacular views along the way. The countryside is a patchwork of green. From the bluish green of the eucalyptus trees planted on the hilltops to the dark green of the cypresses lining the narrow tracks, to the soft green of the rice fields in the valleys. The inhabitants, mainly Hutu of Bantu origin with a Nilotic Tutsi minority, have after years of terrible problems, once again begun to appreciate the benefits of peace. A temperate climate explains the extraordinary diversity of farming: coffee, tobacco, sorghum, potatoes, and bananas. Arrive at Butare.
- Main Destination:
- Huye (City)
- Accommodation:
- Hotel Mater Boni Consillii
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 2
Huye – Nyungwe Forest – Colobus Walk – Gisakura
Huye – Nyungwe Forest – Colobus Walk – Gisakura
Early breakfast. Continue to the Nyungwe forest. Covering 970 km², the Highlands provide a unique habitat for thirteen species of primate, including chimpanzees, l'Hoest's, colobus monkeys and owl-faced monkey. Go for a forest walk to search for colobus monkeys, a large group of which can often be seen feeding on wild figs and jumping from branch to branch. The high altitude jungle floor boasts some of the most beautiful orchids in the world. Overnight in Nyungwe National Park.
- Main Destination:
- Nyungwe National Park (Chimps)
- Accommodation:
- Nyungwe Top View Hill Hotel
Wildlife in Nyungwe NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 3
Goma - Rwanda - Kinigi
Goma - Rwanda - Kinigi
After several relaxing hours spent enjoying the clear waters of Lake Kivu, we set out on a boat to discover the beauty of the little bay and neighbouring islands before returning to Rwanda. The good tarmac road, which winds through the luxuriant vegetation of the banana and coffee plantations, takes us to Kinigi, at the entrance to the Volcanoes National Park.
Overnight near to the Volcanoes National Park.
- Main Destination:
- Volcanoes National Park (Gorillas)
- Accommodation:
- Mountain Gorilla View Lodge
Wildlife in Volcanoes NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 4
Volcanoes National Park - Mountain Gorillas
Volcanoes National Park - Mountain Gorillas
As the first light of dawn breaks through the curtain of mist clinging to the summits of Karisimbi, Bisoke, Sabyinyo, Gahinga and Muhabura, we make our way into the Volcanoes National Park. Tracking the gorillas through the unique vegetation can take several hours of challenging walking in wet and muddy conditions. To see a gorilla, the trek will have been worth the hardship.
- Main Destination:
- Musanze (City)
- Accommodation:
- Mountain Gorilla View Lodge
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 5
Musanze – Kigali – Departure
Musanze – Kigali – Departure
After a last look at the magnificent volcano range and Lake Ruhondo.
Drive to Kigali and transfer to the airport.
- Main Destination:
- Kigali
- Accommodation:
- No accommodation (End of tour)
- Meals & Drinks:
