13 Days Spectacular Rwanda Wildlife & Primate Safari

What to Expect

13 days tour in Rwanda’s remarkable destinations begins with Kigali’s city tour, a visit to the Genocide Memorial and Contemporary Africa Art Galleries. You then proceed to Akagera National Park, a beautiful savannah park in Rwanda and home to big five, you do game drives here, night game drive and boat tour. Spend 3 nights at Volcanoes National Park trekking mountain gorillas and golden monkey, visit Dian Fossey research center by Ellen DeGeneres and Gorilla Guardians Village for cultural tour. 2 days relaxing at Lake Kivu then depart for Nyungwe National Park where you do Chimpanzee trekking, Canopy walk way and waterfall hike.

Itinerary

Day 1: ARRIVAL – KIGALI

Arrival at Kigali International Airport. Meet and greet by our team at the airport with assistance through fast-track customs and immigration. Transfer to your hotel for check-in followd by a tour of the vibrant local market and neighborhoods. If time permits you will visit Umusambi Bird Sanctuary, a refuge for rescued cranes and other bird species.

Day 2: EXPLORE KIGALI

Breakfast at the hotel and embark for a city tour including the Rwanda Art Museum, Kigali Genocide Memorial, and Art Galleries.
The Genocide Memorial is a poignant tribute to the victims of the genocide, while most of our art galleries showcase contemporary African art. Explore Nyamirambo, the oldest neighborhood in Kigali, on a guided historical walk.
Dinner and overnight

Day 3: KIGALI TO AKAGERA

Breakfast, check out, and drive to Akagera National Park.
Arrival and check-in at the lodge followed by lunch.
Afternoon game drive exploring the diverse ecosystems of Akagera,
home to a variety of wildlife including elephants, buffalo, and antelope.
Have a 2.5hrs night game, return at the lodge for dinner and overnight stay.

Day 4: AKAGERA NATIONAL PARK

Morning boat ride on Lake Ihema, observing dense concentrations of water birds and potentially the elusive shoebill stork. Continue with a full-day game drive, exploring more of the park’s landscapes and wildlife.

Day 5: AKAGERA TO VOLCANOES NATIONAL PARK

Early breakfast and drive to Volcanoes National Park, with a lunch stopover in Kigali for lunch. Proceed on a scenic road to Volcanoes National Park.

Day 6: VOLCANOES NATIONAL PARK

Gorilla trekking in Volcanoes National Park. This unforgettable experience involves a trek through the rainforest to spend time with the mountain gorillas. Visit the Ellen DeGeneres Campus for the Fossey Fund in the afternoon, a center for gorilla conservation and education.

Day 7: VOLCANOES NATIONAL PARK

Golden monkey trek. These playful and rare primates are a delight to watch in their natural habitat.
After lunch you will visit the Gorilla Guardians Village, experiencing traditional Rwandan culture and community conservation efforts.

Day 8: VOLCANOES TO KIBUYE/LAKE KIVU

Relaxing breakfast and check out. Embark for a transfer to central Lake Kivu shore in Kibuye. Upon arrival, you will check in and participate on a two hour night fishing with local fishermen. Dinner at the Resort.

Day 9: LEISURE DAY AT THE LAKE

Today will be a leisure day at the lake with options such as Kayaking or a boat the one of the islands. Meals will be at the resort or nearby restaurants.

Day 10: LAKE KIVU TO NYUNGWE

Breakfast and checkout, depart for Nyungwe National Park, upon arrival you will check in at lodge and lunch to follow. Take a guided hike to Nyungwe’s stunning waterfall while exploring the beauty and biodiversity of the forest.

Day 11: NYUNGWE - CHIMPANZEE TREKKING

Early morning start with a drive to the trailhead for chimpanzee trekking. This trek may take an hour to several hours but all in enjoyment of untamed nature. After chimpanzee trekking you return at the hotel for lunch and afternoon relaxation.

Day 12: NYUNGWE – CANOPY WALK

Today will be a little bit relaxation by taking a walk to the beautiful canopy walk in Nyungwe. In the afternoon you visit Gisakura Tea Plantation to learn about tea agriculture as well as meeting the community in the area.

Day 13: NYUNGWE – KIGALI – DEPART

Breakfast at the hotel and check out. Set off for Kigali. Arrive in time for lunch. Later, transfer to the Kigali international airport. Bid farewell to your driver guide and proceed to check in for your outbound flight.

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