$2,870 pp (USD)
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Arrival
Day 1
Transfer from Kigali to Volcanoes National Park
Transfer from Kigali to Volcanoes National Park
Upon arrival at Kigali International Airport, you’ll be warmly welcomed by our professional driver-guide. Begin your journey with a guided tour through Kigali’s rapidly developing neighborhoods, showcasing the modern transformation of the city. You’ll have the chance to visit the Presidential Palace Museum, once home to two former Rwandan presidents, offering insight into the country’s political past. Continue through the city’s historic commercial and residential districts, with a significant stop at the Kigali Genocide Memorial to reflect on the events of the 1994 Genocide. After lunch, proceed to Musanze. If time permits, enjoy a visit to the stunning Twin Lakes of Burera and Ruhondo—renowned for their deep blue waters, surrounding hills, waterfalls, and breathtaking views of the Virunga Volcanoes.
- Main Destination:
- Ruhengeri (City, Rwanda)
- Accommodation:
- Da Vinci Gorilla Lodge
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 2
Golden Monkey Tracking and Transfer to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
Golden Monkey Tracking and Transfer to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
After an early breakfast, you’ll transfer to the Kinigi park headquarters by 7:00 am. There, you’ll join fellow trekkers and meet your ranger guide for a short briefing about the Golden Monkey trek and park regulations. At 8:00 am, you’ll head to the trailhead just outside the park and begin your trek, enjoying beautiful views of the surrounding mountain landscape.
Golden Monkeys are typically found near the park’s edge in bamboo forests, where the terrain is relatively gentle and easy to walk. Once you locate them, you’ll observe their playful behavior as they feed, skillfully picking young bamboo shoots and, occasionally, wandering into nearby potato fields, one of their favorite snacks!
After spending an unforgettable hour with the monkeys, you’ll return to the trailhead and drive back to the lodge for lunch. In the afternoon, you'll proceed to the Rwanda–Uganda border. After clearing immigration, the journey continues to Bwindi Impenetrable Forest.
- Main Destination:
- Volcanoes National Park (Gorillas)
- Accommodation:
- Rushaga Gorilla Lodge
Wildlife in Volcanoes NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 3
Gorilla Trekking in Bwindi and Transfer to Lake Bunyonyi
Gorilla Trekking in Bwindi and Transfer to Lake Bunyonyi
After an early breakfast, you’ll walk to the park headquarters for a detailed briefing on the guidelines and expectations for gorilla trekking. Once the briefing is complete, you’ll begin your journey into the forest along the designated trail. Gorilla trekking can take anywhere from 2 to 8 hours or even longer depending on the location of the gorilla family. Once found, you’ll have the extraordinary opportunity to spend one full hour in their presence, observing their behavior and interactions up close.
Because the duration of the trek is unpredictable, you’ll carry a packed lunch, which will be provided in advance. After the trek, you'll transfer to Lake Bunyonyi, Lake Bunyonyi is Africa’s second-deepest lake at 900 meters and is bilharzia-free, making it one of the safest lakes in the region for swimming. Dinner and overnight will be at your lodge by the lakeside.
- Main Destination:
- Bwindi Impenetrable National Park (Gorillas)
- Accommodation:
- Lake Bunyonyi Eco Resort
Wildlife in Bwindi Impenetrable NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 4
Lake Bunyonyi Activities and Transfer to Kigali
Lake Bunyonyi Activities and Transfer to Kigali
After breakfast, enjoy a relaxing boat ride on Lake Bunyonyi, exploring its scenic waters and visiting some of its many unique islands. Afterwards, we’ll drive to the Katuna border to cross back into Rwanda. Once in Kigali, you'll embark on a city tour beginning with a visit to the Kigali Genocide Memorial Centre, a powerful tribute to the victims of the 1994 Genocide.
The tour continues with stops at key city landmarks and vibrant craft markets, offering a glimpse into Rwanda’s rich culture and modern growth. Later, you’ll be transferred to Kigali International Airport in time for your departure.
- Main Destination:
- Kigali (Rwanda)
- Accommodation:
- No accommodation (End of tour)
- Meals & Drinks:
