8-Day Rwanda Primate & Wildlife Safari Journey Wild

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

Arrival in Kigali – Welcome to Rwanda

Upon your arrival at Kigali International Airport, you will be warmly welcomed by your
dedicated safari guide and escorted to your hotel. Take time to settle in, relax, and
enjoy Rwanda’s renowned hospitality as you recover from your journey. Later, your
guide will provide a detailed briefing about the exciting adventures ahead, ensuring
you are well prepared and ready for the unforgettable safari experience that awaits.

Main Destination:

Kigali International Airport (Kigali)

Accommodation:

Hotel des Mille Collines

• Luxury hotel located in Kigali

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Meals & Drinks:

• Dinner (Breakfast & lunch not included)
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

From Kigali to Akagera National Park

Begin your safari early with a 5:00 AM pickup from your Kigali hotel for a scenic drive to Akagera National Park. On arrival, set out on a thrilling morning game drive to spot elephants, zebras, giraffes, lions, and antelopes across the park’s sweeping savannah. In the afternoon, enjoy a boat safari on Lake Ihema, gliding past pods of hippos, crocodiles, and an array of birdlife, including the striking African fish eagle and the rare shoebill stork.

Main Destination:

Akagera National Park

Best Time To Visit June to September and mid-December to mid-February (It is drier and wildlife is easier to spot)

High Season June to September (The park is busiest at weekends)

Best Weather June to October (Sunny, but not too hot)

Wildlife in Akagera NP

GiraffeCommon

BuffaloAbundant

ZebraAbundant

HippoAbundant

White RhinoOccasional

LionOccasional

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ElephantOccasional

Black RhinoRare

LeopardRare

HyenaRare

CheetahNone

WildebeestNone

Wild DogNone

Accommodation:

Mantis Akagera Game Lodge

• Luxury lodge located inside Akagera NP

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Full-Day Game Drives in Akagera National Park

After breakfast, enjoy a full-day game drive exploring Akagera’s beautiful landscapes. Search for the Big Five including lions, elephants, rhinos, buffaloes, and giraffes, along with zebras and many other wildlife. Admire the savannah, hills, and lakes while your guide shares insights about the animals and ecosystem. In the evening, return to your lodge for dinner and an overnight stay, reflecting on an amazing day in the wild.

Main Destination:

Akagera National Park

Accommodation:

Mantis Akagera Game Lodge

• Luxury lodge located inside Akagera NP

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Drive from Akagera to Nyungwe Forest via Cultural Stops

After breakfast, depart Akagera National Park and drive southwest to Nyungwe Forest. En route, visit the King’s Palace Museum in Nyanza to explore Rwanda’s royal heritage and see the traditional long-horned Inyambo cattle. Continue your scenic journey through beautiful rolling hills and tea plantations, arriving at your Nyungwe lodge in the evening for dinner and relaxation.

Main Destination:

Nyungwe National Park (Chimps)

Best Time To Visit June to September (Dry weather, best chimp trekking)

High Season June to September (Popular gorilla trekking time in Volcanoes NP)

Best Weather June to October (Sunny, but not too hot)

Wildlife in Nyungwe NP

ChimpanzeeCommon

White RhinoNone

Black RhinoNone

LionNone

LeopardNone

CheetahNone

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ElephantNone

GiraffeNone

BuffaloNone

ZebraNone

WildebeestNone

HippoNone

Accommodation:

Mantis Kivu Marina Bay Hotel

• Luxury hotel located less than 1hr drive from Nyungwe NP (Chimps)

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Chimpanzee Trek & Colobus Monkey Experience

After an early breakfast, enjoy an exciting chimpanzee trekking experience in Nyungwe Forest, exploring the lush rainforest in search of these fascinating primates along with other wildlife and bird species.

Return to the lodge for lunch and relaxation.

In the afternoon, set out for a guided Colobus monkey trek, observing these playful black-and-white monkeys in their natural habitat.

Main Destination:

Nyungwe National Park (Chimps)

Accommodation:

Mantis Kivu Marina Bay Hotel

• Luxury hotel located less than 1hr drive from Nyungwe NP (Chimps)

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Transfer from Nyungwe to Volcanoes National Park

After breakfast, you will depart Nyungwe Forest and enjoy a scenic drive to Volcanoes National Park. Along the way, you will pass through Rwanda’s beautiful rolling hills, with a stop at a lush tea plantation where you can enjoy breathtaking views of the green landscapes.

Upon arrival, you will check in at your lodge and take time to relax and freshen up, preparing for the exciting adventures ahead in Volcanoes National Park.

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

GorillaCommon

ChimpanzeeNone

ElephantRare

BuffaloRare

White RhinoNone

Black RhinoNone

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GiraffeNone

LionNone

LeopardNone

CheetahNone

ZebraNone

WildebeestNone

HippoNone

Accommodation:

Tiloreza Volcanoes Ecolodge

• Mid-range lodge located less than 1hr drive from Volcanoes NP (Gorillas)

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Gorilla Trekking Adventure & Conservation Experience

After an early breakfast, meet your guide at the park office for a briefing before trekking into the misty forests of Volcanoes National Park. Follow winding trails through bamboo and tropical forest to find a habituated gorilla family. Spend one unforgettable hour observing these magnificent creatures in their natural habitat, taking photos and marveling at their behaviors. After the trek, visit the Ellen DeGeneres Campus of the Dian Fossey Gorilla Fund to learn about gorilla conservation. Return to your lodge for dinner and overnight stay.

Main Destination:

Volcanoes National Park (Gorillas)

Accommodation:

Tiloreza Volcanoes Ecolodge

• Mid-range lodge located less than 1hr drive from Volcanoes NP (Gorillas)

Meals & Drinks:

• Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included)
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Golden Monkey Trek & Return to Kigali

Begin your morning with a trek through the bamboo forests to encounter playful golden monkeys. Spend one hour watching their lively movements and interactions, a truly magical experience. After the trek, begin the scenic drive back to Kigali, passing picturesque landscapes and local communities. Arrive at Kigali International Airport for your departure, carrying unforgettable memories of Rwanda’s extraordinary wildlife and cultural heritage.

Main Destination:

Kigali

Accommodation:

No accommodation (End of tour)

Meals & Drinks:

• Meals at own expense
• Drinks not included

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