Embark on an unforgettable 8-day journey through Rwanda, the Land of a Thousand Hills. This comprehensive safari combines the best of Rwanda’s wildlife, primates, and landscapes. Trek with endangered mountain gorillas in the Virunga Mountains, search for chimpanzees in ancient Nyungwe rainforest, and experience Big Five safaris in Akagera National Park.
KigaliDay 1 | Arrival in Kigali
Upon arrival at Kigali International Airport, you will receive VIP meet and greet assistance. Transfer to your hotel in Kigali, Rwanda's clean and modern capital city. Depending on your arrival time, spend the afternoon at leisure exploring the hotel facilities, or take an optional city tour visiting local craft markets and cultural sites.
Kigali Serena Hotel
Breakfast, Dinner
Akagera National ParkDay 2 | Transfer to Akagera National Park & Game Drive
After breakfast, embark on a scenic 2.5-hour drive east to Akagera National Park, Rwanda's only Big Five safari destination. Upon arrival, enjoy your first game drive en route to your lodge. Akagera is home to lions, leopards, elephants, rhinos, buffalos, zebras, giraffes, and hippos.
Wilderness Magashi
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Akagera National ParkDay 3 | Full Day Akagera Safari Experience
Start with an early morning game drive when animals are most active. Drive through the northern savannah plains in search of lions, leopards, elephants, and rhinos. In the afternoon, embark on another game drive exploring different areas of the park, visiting waterholes where animals gather to drink.
Wilderness Magashi
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Volcanoes National ParkDay 4 | Transfer to Volcanoes & Kigali Genocide Memorial
After breakfast, depart Akagera and drive west to visit the profound Kigali Genocide Memorial Centre. After the memorial visit and lunch in Kigali, continue driving north through Rwanda's beautiful countryside to Musanze, gateway to Volcanoes National Park.
The Bishops House Rwanda
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Volcanoes National ParkDay 5 | Gorilla Trekking in Volcanoes National Park
The ultimate highlight of your Rwanda safari! After an early breakfast, transfer to the park headquarters for registration and gorilla family assignment. Trek into the misty Virunga Mountains in search of mountain gorillas. Spend one magical hour observing these magnificent creatures - watching the silverback's powerful presence, mothers nursing babies, and playful juveniles.
The Bishops House Rwanda
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Nyungwe Forest National ParkDay 6 | Transfer to Nyungwe Forest & Tea Plantation Visit
After breakfast, begin the scenic 5-hour drive south to Nyungwe Forest National Park, one of Africa's oldest montane rainforests. Stop at a tea plantation to learn about Rwanda's famous tea production. Upon arrival, check in at your forest lodge.
One&Only Nyungwe House
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Nyungwe Forest National ParkDay 7 | Chimpanzee Trekking & Canopy Walk
Rise early for an unforgettable chimpanzee trekking experience in Nyungwe Forest. Track habituated chimp communities through the ancient rainforest. In the afternoon, experience the thrilling Nyungwe Canopy Walk, a 160-meter suspension bridge 70 meters above the forest floor. This is East Africa's only canopy walkway.
One&Only Nyungwe House
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
KigaliDay 8 | Return to Kigali & Departure
After a leisurely breakfast, begin your return journey to Kigali. Depending on your flight time, there may be an opportunity for last-minute shopping at local craft markets where you can purchase Rwandan coffee, tea, handwoven baskets, and other souvenirs. Transfer to Kigali International Airport for your onward international flight.
Kigali Serena Hotel (dayroom)
Breakfast
Professional English-speaking driver-guideAirport Meet and Greet with Private TransfersAccommodation as per itineraryMeals on Full Board basisTransport in 4x4 Safari Land Cruiser
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