$4,347 pp (USD)
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Arrival
Day 1
Arrival in Kigali and Transfer to Akagera National Park
Arrival in Kigali and Transfer to Akagera National Park
On arrival at Kigali International Airport, you will be warmly welcomed by our representative, who will give a short briefing about the safari. Then, you'll proceed to Akagera National Park, arriving in the evening. You'll check into your lodge for dinner and an overnight stay.
- Main Destination:
- Akagera National Park
- Accommodation:
- Akagera Transit Lodge
Wildlife in Akagera NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 2
Wildlife Viewing and Boat Ride
Wildlife Viewing and Boat Ride
You'll have an early breakfast and head to the park for an early morning game drive offering you an opportunity to spot a variety of wild animals such as elephants, buffaloes, lions, Masai giraffes, gazelles, impala, baboons, oribi, Butchel’s zebra, topi, bush baby, leopard and bushbuck among others. You'll return to the lodge for lunch.
In the afternoon, you will head out for a boat trip along Lake Ihema, where you will have a closer look at water animals like hippos, crocodiles, and over 525 species of water birds, including the shoebill stocks, papyrus gonolek, and endemics like Jacanas, Ibis, Sandpipers, and Herons. You'll return to your lodge for dinner and an overnight stay.
- Main Destination:
- Akagera National Park
- Accommodation:
- Akagera Transit Lodge
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 3
Akagera to Nyungwe National Park – Cultural Stops En Route
Akagera to Nyungwe National Park – Cultural Stops En Route
After breakfast, you'll begin your scenic journey to Nyungwe Forest, one of Africa’s oldest rainforests. Along the way, you'll dive into Rwanda’s rich cultural heritage with a stop at the King’s Palace Museum in Nyanza, where traditional royal life comes to life, and the Ethnographic Museum in Huye, showcasing the country’s diverse history and traditions. You'll arrive at your lodge in the afternoon and settle in for a peaceful evening surrounded by the beauty of nature.
- Main Destination:
- Nyungwe National Park (Chimps)
- Accommodation:
- Chimpanzee Lodge
Wildlife in Nyungwe NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 4
Chimpanzee Trekking in Nyungwe National Park
Chimpanzee Trekking in Nyungwe National Park
After an early breakfast, you’ll head to the park headquarters for a detailed briefing before starting your unforgettable chimpanzee trekking adventure through the lush Nyungwe Forest. You'll witness these energetic primates in their natural habitat as they swing through the trees. After the trek, you'll return to the lodge for a well-deserved lunch. In the afternoon, you'll enjoy the breathtaking canopy walk, offering panoramic views of the forest, followed by an exciting zip-lining experience that adds a touch of adventure to your day.
- Main Destination:
- Nyungwe National Park (Chimps)
- Accommodation:
- Chimpanzee Lodge
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 5
Nyungwe to Volcanoes National Park
Nyungwe to Volcanoes National Park
After breakfast, you will begin your scenic drive to Volcanoes National Park, home to Rwanda’s famous mountain gorillas. Along the way, you'll enjoy a cultural and sensory experience with stops at tea and coffee plantations. You'll learn about Rwanda’s thriving agriculture and savor freshly brewed tastings while taking in the beautiful landscapes. You'll arrive near the park in the afternoon and settle into your lodge, surrounded by the peaceful charm of the Virunga mountains.
Your overnight stay will be near Volcanoes National Park.
- Main Destination:
- Volcanoes National Park (Gorillas)
- Accommodation:
-
La Palme Hotel
Wildlife in Volcanoes NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 6
Golden Monkey Tracking & Dian Fossey Campus Visit
Golden Monkey Tracking & Dian Fossey Campus Visit
After a delightful breakfast, you'll embark on an exciting trek into the forest to track the enchanting golden monkeys—an adventure full of fun and discovery. In the afternoon, you will explore the renowned Ellen DeGeneres Campus of the Dian Fossey Gorilla Fund, a world-class center dedicated to conservation and education.
- Main Destination:
- Volcanoes National Park (Gorillas)
- Accommodation:
- La Palme Hotel
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 7
Gorilla Trekking and Departure
Gorilla Trekking and Departure
After breakfast, you’ll head to the park headquarters for a briefing before setting off on a truly magical experience—trekking through the forest to encounter the gentle and majestic mountain gorillas in their natural home. It’s a heart-stirring moment you’ll never forget.
Afterward, you'll enjoy a relaxing lunch. Then, you'll journey back to Kigali for your final night in Rwanda—or transfer directly to the airport, depending on your flight schedule.
- Main Destination:
- Kigali International Airport (Kigali)
- Accommodation:
- No accommodation (End of tour)
- Meals & Drinks:
