Universal Ventures

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Arrival (See Getting There for more details)

Arrival (See Getting There for more details)

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

Day 1

Kigali city Tour

Kigali city Tour

Your full day Kigali city tour covers some of the most historically and culturally significant sites in the Rwandan capital. The exact order of your tour will depend upon your start time, but your tour will include the following activities:

The visit to the National History Museum, Kigali Genocide Memorial, Kigali best views, Craft Market, Food Market, Kigali car free zones.

Main Destination:
Kigali
Accommodation:
Park Inn by Radisson Kigali
  • Mid-range hotel located in Kigali
Meals & Drinks:
  • Meals at own expense
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 2

Transfer to Akagera, half game drive and Boat cruise

Transfer to Akagera, half game drive and Boat cruise

Enjoy the morning breakfast and leave hotel 9am, reach the park around noon, head to the starting point of boat ride and enjoy this experience mostly with more chance to spot Crocodile, hypos, different specials of birds Done with boat ride proceed with the half game drive to explorer the south part of the park Back to the hotel for Evening Stay and relax Akagera mantis game 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
HyenaRare
Accommodation:
Mantis Akagera Game Lodge
  • Luxury lodge located inside Akagera NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • Meals at own expense
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 3

Full game drive and transfer to volcanoes

Full game drive and transfer to volcanoes

Leave the lodge and go for a game drives up to the northern part of the park to catch up with early risers before they go into hiding. You may have chance to see lions, antelopes, giraffes, bush bucks among others, the big five is the main reason of chasing from south to the northern party of the park.

Then have a smooth drive to volcanoes for your night stay.

Main Destination:
Akagera National Park
Accommodation:
Ingagi Park View Lodge
  • Mid-range lodge located less than 1hr drive from Volcanoes NP (Gorillas)
Meals & Drinks:
  • Meals at own expense
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 4

Gorilla trekking and Culture Tour

Gorilla trekking and Culture Tour

Have an early breakfast thereafter continue to the park headquarters for briefing about the mountain gorillas in the mist and the park as well after enter into the jungle to search for the mountain gorillas spend 1 to 2 hours with those Incredibles giants.

Take best unforgettable photos and videos and back to the hotel for lunch, refreshment and enjoy afternoon ibyiwacu culture Tour.

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

Accommodation:
Ingagi Park View Lodge
  • Mid-range lodge located less than 1hr drive from Volcanoes NP (Gorillas)
Meals & Drinks:
  • Meals at own expense
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 5

Visit Diane fossey graves or Mount Bisoke hiking

Visit Diane fossey graves or Mount Bisoke hiking

The choice depend with physical Condition

For Those with a high physical conditional we recommend to do the hiking to mount Bisoke which is a great experience for young pupils this is one of the eight volcanoes in the Virunga mountains range of the albertine Rift, the western part of east African rift. The second options is to visit the Dian fossey grave for those with a medium physical conditional. This was an American lady who loved gorillas and fought for their survival against poachers. She studied the gorillas and through her Dian Fossey international, she put patrols to protect the forest. Un fortunately she was murdered by un known people inside her cabin at karisoke research Centre. She was buried near her favorite gorilla digit.

Main Destination:
Volcanoes National Park (Gorillas)
Accommodation:
Ingagi Park View Lodge
  • Mid-range lodge located less than 1hr drive from Volcanoes NP (Gorillas)
Meals & Drinks:
  • Meals at own expense
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 6

Transfer to lake kivu

Transfer to lake kivu

Enjoy Lake Kivu on the Kibuye side the serene paradise surrounded by rolling green hills, small islands, and calm waters that invite both adventure and relaxation. Visitors can enjoy boat trips to Napoleon and Amahoro Islands, where fruit bats and scenic trails await, or take part in kayaking, swimming, and fishing in the lake’s safe, crocodile-free waters. The Congo Nile Trail offers hiking and biking opportunities, while nearby Ndaba Falls adds a cultural touch. With peaceful beaches, stunning sunsets, and welcoming lakeside resorts, Kibuye is the perfect spot to unwind after a safari and experience Rwanda’s natural beauty.

Main Destination:
Lake Kivu
Accommodation:
Moriah Hill Resort
  • Mid-range resort located at Lake Kivu
Meals & Drinks:
  • Meals at own expense
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 7

Drive back to kigali and droop off

Drive back to kigali and droop off

After completing your 7-day Rwanda safari and Lake Kivu adventure, you will enjoy a scenic transfer from Kibuye back to Kigali. The journey takes you through Rwanda’s rolling hills, terraced farms, and vibrant roadside communities, offering a last glimpse of the country’s breathtaking landscapes. Along the way, you may stop for photos or a short refreshment break. Arriving in Kigali, your driver-guide will drop you off at your preferred location—hotel or airport—for your onward travel.

Main Destination:
Kigali
Accommodation:
No accommodation (End of tour)
Meals & Drinks:
  • Meals at own expense
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

End of tour (See Getting There for more details)

End of tour (See Getting There for more details)

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

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Disclaimer

  • This tour is offered by Universal Ventures, not SafariBookings.
  • This operator reserves the right to change rates advertised on SafariBookings.
  • If you request changes to this tour, the advertised rates will likely change.
  • The exact order, contents and rates of this tour are subject to availability.
  • If an accommodation is fully booked, the operator will suggest a comparable alternative.
  • Gorilla tracking permits are subject to availability.