Rwanda Safari & Gorilla Trekking
Rwanda is known as Le Pays des Mille Collines (Land of a Thousand Hills) thanks to the endless mountains in this scenically stunning little country. Nowhere are the mountains more majestic than the Virunga volcanoes in the northwest, and hidden among the bamboo forests are some of the world's last remaining mountain gorillas. For a change of scene, the shores of Lake Kivu conceal some of the best inland beaches on the continent, while Nyungwe Forest National Park protects extensive tracts of montane rainforest, and is home to many primates. Looking for a more metropolitan experience? Kigali, the capital, is one of the loveliest cities in Africa.
Tour Details
Day 1: Arrival, Meet & Greet and Proceed to Kigali Serena Hotel.
Kigali is the country’s
financial, commercial and cultural hub, served by an international airport and
featuring a wide range of accommodation options. It also offers a collection of
restaurants and points of interest, including the Kigali Genocide Centre, an
atmospheric market and numerous craft shops. With its interesting architecture,
busy streets, meandering boulevards, and green hillsides, Kigali is said to be
one of the most attractive cities in Africa and is definitely worth a visit.
Free Time at Leisure.
Overnight at Kigali Serena Hotel.
Day 2: Breakfast at Kigali Serena Hotel. Depart to Magashi / Akagera National Park. Akagera National Park is central Africa's largest protected wetland and the last refuge for savannah-adapted species in the country. Stretching across a vast expanse of low-lying mountains and savannah plains, the park takes in the rolling highlands woodlands, swamp-fringed lakes, and wetlands of the Kagera River along the way. Crocodiles and hippos wallow in the park's watery basins, predators' prowl through its acacia groves, and elephant, zebra, giraffe, buffalo and other animals roam across its grassy plains. Bursting with a rich biodiversity, the park features a variety of rare species, as well as a plentitude of mammals and hundreds of bird species. Overnight at Magashi / Akagera National Park.
Day3 & 4: Breakfast at Magashi / Akagera National Park.Enjoy different unique experiences at the park: Explore the area in an open 4x4 vehicle; each vehicle accommodates a maximum of seven guests, allowing each individual an outside seat. Boating in eight-seater swamp cruisers. This is an excellent way to view the water birds and many other aquatic animals seen around Lake Rwanyakazinga. Fishing; On a catch and release basis only. Overnight at Magashi / Akagera National Park.
Day5: Breakfast at Magashi / Akagera National Park.Keep Enjoying different unique experiences at the park before your departure: View East African bird- and wildlife specials from expertly guided nature walks. Birding; Akagera is renowned as one of the best birding areas in the world with almost 500 species of bird recorded here. Depart from Magashi by Akagera Aviation transfer to Kigali & proceed to Nyungwe Forest National Park. Arrive at One & Only Nyungwe House. The Nyungwe Forest National Park is known for its exceptional biodiversity and its wide range of endemic species. The park is composed of lush tracts of rainforest set high up on fertile mountain slopes. It is one of Africa’s most ancient forests and the home of Rwanda’s sole remaining chimpanzee population, as well as 85 additional mammal species, 43 reptile species, nearly 300 bird species and over 1000 plant species. Overnight at One &Only Nyungwe House.
Day 6 : Breakfast at One &Only Nyungwe House.Enjoy spotting colobus monkeys and chimpanzees hiding in the trees, hiking on a well-maintained network of trails passing through lush equatorial rainforest and catching a glimpse of a beautiful array of colourful birdlife. Don’t miss the thrilling Canopy Walk; it is one of its kinds in Africa and offers impressive views of the forest. Overnight at One &Only Nyungwe House.
Day 7 :Breakfast and Depart at One &Only Nyungwe House.Arrive at Bisate / Volcanoes National Park. The Volcanoes National Park is best known as a sanctuary for the region’s rare mountain gorillas. Visitors flock here to experience face to face encounters with these intriguing creatures. Regulated treks through the reserve allow visitors to spend an hour at a time with these incredible primates in their natural habitat. While the gorillas are without a doubt the main drawcard, you can also look forward to exploring a network of scenic hiking trails, with the beautiful day hike to the crater lake on Mount Bisoke being a particular highlight. Make sure to visit the fascinating Karisoke Research Centre and the tomb of the world-famous Dian Fossey. Overnight at Bisate / Volcanoes National Park.
Day 8: Breakfast at Bisate / Volcanoes National Park.Enjoy Lodge Activities On Property such as guided birding and nature walks, guided nursery visit and indigenous tree planting, guided visit to the community beehive project that is support by the lodge, guided walks to the surrounding communities, self-guided running trail, gym in a bag at the villas, wine tasting, explanation from guide on biodiversity on the property, documentary film screenings. Enjoy Lodge Activities Off Site - Accessed By Walking: guided visits to Bisate reforestation site, guided visits to nursery school in the Bisate Village (the schools are closed over weekends and during school holidays), guided walks of the surrounding communities to meet with our neighbours local Government taxes. Overnight at Bisate / Volcanoes National Park.
Day 9 : Breakfast at Bisate / Volcanoes National Park.Free time at Leisure. Depart from Bisate and proceed to Airport for the departure flight.
Day 2: Breakfast at Kigali Serena Hotel. Depart to Magashi / Akagera National Park. Akagera National Park is central Africa's largest protected wetland and the last refuge for savannah-adapted species in the country. Stretching across a vast expanse of low-lying mountains and savannah plains, the park takes in the rolling highlands woodlands, swamp-fringed lakes, and wetlands of the Kagera River along the way. Crocodiles and hippos wallow in the park's watery basins, predators' prowl through its acacia groves, and elephant, zebra, giraffe, buffalo and other animals roam across its grassy plains. Bursting with a rich biodiversity, the park features a variety of rare species, as well as a plentitude of mammals and hundreds of bird species. Overnight at Magashi / Akagera National Park.
Day3 & 4: Breakfast at Magashi / Akagera National Park.Enjoy different unique experiences at the park: Explore the area in an open 4x4 vehicle; each vehicle accommodates a maximum of seven guests, allowing each individual an outside seat. Boating in eight-seater swamp cruisers. This is an excellent way to view the water birds and many other aquatic animals seen around Lake Rwanyakazinga. Fishing; On a catch and release basis only. Overnight at Magashi / Akagera National Park.
Day5: Breakfast at Magashi / Akagera National Park.Keep Enjoying different unique experiences at the park before your departure: View East African bird- and wildlife specials from expertly guided nature walks. Birding; Akagera is renowned as one of the best birding areas in the world with almost 500 species of bird recorded here. Depart from Magashi by Akagera Aviation transfer to Kigali & proceed to Nyungwe Forest National Park. Arrive at One & Only Nyungwe House. The Nyungwe Forest National Park is known for its exceptional biodiversity and its wide range of endemic species. The park is composed of lush tracts of rainforest set high up on fertile mountain slopes. It is one of Africa’s most ancient forests and the home of Rwanda’s sole remaining chimpanzee population, as well as 85 additional mammal species, 43 reptile species, nearly 300 bird species and over 1000 plant species. Overnight at One &Only Nyungwe House.
Day 6 : Breakfast at One &Only Nyungwe House.Enjoy spotting colobus monkeys and chimpanzees hiding in the trees, hiking on a well-maintained network of trails passing through lush equatorial rainforest and catching a glimpse of a beautiful array of colourful birdlife. Don’t miss the thrilling Canopy Walk; it is one of its kinds in Africa and offers impressive views of the forest. Overnight at One &Only Nyungwe House.
Day 7 :Breakfast and Depart at One &Only Nyungwe House.Arrive at Bisate / Volcanoes National Park. The Volcanoes National Park is best known as a sanctuary for the region’s rare mountain gorillas. Visitors flock here to experience face to face encounters with these intriguing creatures. Regulated treks through the reserve allow visitors to spend an hour at a time with these incredible primates in their natural habitat. While the gorillas are without a doubt the main drawcard, you can also look forward to exploring a network of scenic hiking trails, with the beautiful day hike to the crater lake on Mount Bisoke being a particular highlight. Make sure to visit the fascinating Karisoke Research Centre and the tomb of the world-famous Dian Fossey. Overnight at Bisate / Volcanoes National Park.
Day 8: Breakfast at Bisate / Volcanoes National Park.Enjoy Lodge Activities On Property such as guided birding and nature walks, guided nursery visit and indigenous tree planting, guided visit to the community beehive project that is support by the lodge, guided walks to the surrounding communities, self-guided running trail, gym in a bag at the villas, wine tasting, explanation from guide on biodiversity on the property, documentary film screenings. Enjoy Lodge Activities Off Site - Accessed By Walking: guided visits to Bisate reforestation site, guided visits to nursery school in the Bisate Village (the schools are closed over weekends and during school holidays), guided walks of the surrounding communities to meet with our neighbours local Government taxes. Overnight at Bisate / Volcanoes National Park.
Day 9 : Breakfast at Bisate / Volcanoes National Park.Free time at Leisure. Depart from Bisate and proceed to Airport for the departure flight.
What's Included
9 day trip with accommodation, transportation and all mentioned tours.
Rate is 11,900 $ Per person in Double Room..
Rate is 11,900 $ Per person in Double Room..
