$2,976 pp (USD)
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Arrival
Day 1
Arrive in kigali -emerge in cultural richness
Arrive in kigali -emerge in cultural richness
Upon arrival at Kigali International Airport, you will be warmly welcomed and given a brief introduction to your journey before transferring to Volcanoes National Park. The drive offers stunning views of Rwanda’s rolling hills and picturesque landscapes along a well-paved route. The transfer from Kigali to your lodge takes approximately three hours. Upon arrival, you will check in at Footprints Lodge, a tranquil retreat nestled at the foot of the mountains near the park ranger station. Relax and unwind before enjoying a carefully prepared dinner. Afterward, settle in for a comfortable overnight stay, ensuring you are well-rested for the adventures ahead.
- Main Destination:
- Volcanoes National Park (Gorillas)
- Accommodation:
- Da Vinci Gorilla Lodge
Wildlife in Volcanoes NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 2
Tracking gorillas-tour the iby iwacu cultural village
Tracking gorillas-tour the iby iwacu cultural village
Wake up early for breakfast, meet your guide, and be taken to the park office by 07:00 am to attend a briefing given by a park official. He will share all the important information about tracking mountain gorillas and the history of the park. You will be allocated a gorilla family to trek based on your age and overall physical fitness. Armed rangers will lead you deep into the bamboo forests and mountain slopes in search of these gentle giants. Gorilla trekking can be challenging, but once you meet the gorilla group, you will realize that it was worth all the effort and expenses. You are allowed one hour to observe the primates. After one hour, you will return to the starting point where our driver will be waiting for you. Return to the lodge for lunch, shower, and rest as you wait to be taken to the Gorilla Guardians Village in Musanze.
- Main Destination:
- Volcanoes National Park (Gorillas)
- Accommodation:
- Da Vinci Gorilla Lodge
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 3
Golden monkey trekking -transfer to lake kivu in Gisenyi
Golden monkey trekking -transfer to lake kivu in Gisenyi
Wake up early for breakfast and head back to Volcanoes National Park for a briefing about golden monkey trekking. These beautiful primates are listed as endangered by the International Union for the Conservation of Nature (IUCN). They are cute and playful primates with golden coats. Tracking them doesn’t take so long when compared to gorillas, and get ready to leave the park for Lake Kivu in Gisenyi.
Lake Kivu is the largest freshwater lake in Rwanda, spreading to the Democratic Republic of Congo. The lake contains hidden methane gas beneath its surface, but it is currently not dangerous to swimmers. Lake Kivu is popular with tourists because of its natural beauty and amazing activities. Once you arrive, you will check into your room and enjoy lunch. After lunch, you can go swimming, relax by the lakeside or go canoeing, or visit the different islands and fishing villages.
- Main Destination:
- Lake Kivu
- Accommodation:
- Galaxy Kivu Hotel
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 4
Drive to Kigali -Departure
Drive to Kigali -Departure
Enjoy a leisurely breakfast before checking out and heading back to Kigali. Discover the city's vibrant atmosphere with a guided tour, including a visit to the Kigali Genocide Memorial, offering a moving tribute to Rwanda’s resilience and history.
Explore Kigali’s cultural highlights and modern charm before transferring to Kigali International Airport, bringing your unforgettable safari adventure to a close.
- Main Destination:
- Kigali
- Accommodation:
- No accommodation (End of tour)
- Meals & Drinks:
