6-Day Rwanda Wildlife & Primates Safari Adventure

• 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, the Land of a Thousand Hills! Upon arrival at Kigali International Airport, your professional driver-guide will greet you warmly. You'll enjoy a comfortable transfer to your hotel, where you can unwind after your flight. Depending on your arrival time, you'll relax or explore the vibrant neighborhood. You'll savor your first local meal and rest well, as an exciting journey awaits you.

Main Destination:

Kigali

Accommodation:

Five to Five Hotel

• Budget hotel located in Kigali

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Meals & Drinks:

• Breakfast & dinner (Lunch not included)
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Transfer to Akagera National Park – Game Drive & Boat Safari

After an early breakfast, your guide will warmly welcome you and start the journey to Akagera National Park. You'll watch the sunrise over Rwanda’s rolling hills as you travel. Upon arrival, you'll dive into a thrilling game drive, spotting elephants, giraffes, zebras, buffalo, and more. In the afternoon, you'll enjoy a tranquil boat safari on Lake Ihema, home to hippos, crocodiles, and vibrant birds. You'll end the day with dinner and relaxation at your lodge.

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:

Akagera Transit Lodge

• Mid-range lodge located just outside Akagera NP

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Meals & Drinks:

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

Akagera - Transfer to Nyungwe National Park

After breakfast, you'll drive southwest to Nyungwe Forest. On the way, you'll stop at the King’s Palace Museum in Nyanza to explore Rwanda’s royal heritage and meet the impressive long-horned Inyambo cows. You'll continue your scenic journey through rolling hills and tea plantations, arriving at your Nyungwe lodge by evening for dinner and rest.

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:

Chimpanzee Lodge

• Budget hotel located just outside Nyungwe NP (Chimps)

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Meals & Drinks:

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

Chimpanzee Trekking & Colobus Monkey Experience

You’ll set off at 5:00 AM into the heart of Nyungwe Forest for an unforgettable chimpanzee trekking experience. Guided by expert trackers, you’ll walk through the lush rainforest to observe these incredible primates as they play, feed, and interact in their natural habitat.

After the trek, you’ll return to the lodge for lunch and some time to relax.

In the afternoon, you’ll enjoy a Colobus monkey trekking experience, where you’ll encounter one of Africa’s largest troops of Angolan black-and-white colobus monkeys. This fascinating trek offers an excellent opportunity to observe these striking primates in their natural forest habitat while learning about Nyungwe’s remarkable biodiversity.

Main Destination:

Nyungwe National Park (Chimps)

Accommodation:

Chimpanzee Lodge

• Budget hotel located just outside Nyungwe NP (Chimps)

Meals & Drinks:

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

Transfer From Nyungwe To Volcanoes National Park

After breakfast, you’ll depart Nyungwe Forest and enjoy a scenic drive toward Volcanoes National Park. Along the way, you’ll stop in Kibuye (Karongi) for lunch, followed by a relaxing boat cruise on the beautiful waters of Lake Kivu, where you’ll take in the stunning scenery and peaceful atmosphere.

After the boat cruise, you’ll continue your drive to Volcanoes National Park. Upon arrival, you’ll check in to your lodge and spend the rest of the evening at leisure, preparing for the next day’s adventure.

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:

Classic Resort Lodge

• Mid-range hotel 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 & Transfer to Kigali

After an early breakfast, you will head into Volcanoes National Park for a once-in-a-lifetime gorilla trekking adventure. Accompanied by expert guides, you will hike through the lush rainforest and spend an unforgettable hour with a gorilla family in their natural habitat. After trekking and lunch, you will transfer back to Kigali. If time permits, enjoy a short city tour, including the Genocide Memorial and local markets. Finally, you will be transferred to your hotel or directly to the airport for your onward journey.

Main Destination:

Kigali

Accommodation:

No accommodation (End of tour)

Meals & Drinks:

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

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