Wagatil Safaris

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$1,249 pp (USD)

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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

Transfer to Nyungwe Forest Park

Transfer to Nyungwe Forest Park

Departing from Kigali, you'll explore several historical landmarks along the way, including Kamegeri Rock, the King's Palace Museum in Nyanza, and the Ethnographic Museum in Huye. After enjoying lunch in the afternoon, you'll continue your journey to Gisakura, where you'll spend the night at a recommended hotel, lodge, or guesthouse.

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

Accommodation:
Chimpanzee Lodge
  • Budget hotel located just outside Nyungwe NP (Chimps)
Meals & Drinks:
  • Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included)
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 2

Chimpanzee Trekking and Canopy Walk

Chimpanzee Trekking and Canopy Walk

After an early breakfast at around 4:45 am, you'll head to the starting point for chimpanzee trekking. Once the trek is complete, you'll embark on the canopy walkway adventure. Suspended 50 meters above the ground and stretching 200 meters in length, this walkway offers breathtaking views over a steep, lush valley in the heart of Nyungwe Forest. The elevated path takes you through the treetops, giving you a unique opportunity to spot various primates and bird species that thrive in the forest’s upper canopy.

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)

Day 3

Tea Factory Tour and Lake Kivu

Tea Factory Tour and Lake Kivu

This two-hour guided tour of the tea factory offers an in-depth look into the tea production process. After the experience, you’ll either travel to Kibuye for a scenic boat ride on Lake Kivu and a visit to Napoleon Island or drive to Huye before heading back to Kigali. The tour concludes with a return drive to Kigali, followed by a transfer to the airport for your departure home.

Main Destination:
Kigali
Accommodation:
No accommodation (End of tour)
Meals & Drinks:
  • Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included)
  • 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 Wagatil Safaris, 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.