10-Day Best of Rwanda Wildlife & Primate Tour

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

Kigali

Welcome to Rwanda! Upon your arrival at Kigali International Airport, a representative from Akagera Aviation will assist you through customs and immigration processes. Once you step outside the arrival hall, our friendly tour leader will welcome you and escort you to your accommodation in the city. Check-in at the hotel will be facilitated by our team. Join us for an introductory briefing in the hotel lobby. Dinner and overnight stay.

Main Destination:

Kigali

Accommodation:

Amata N’Ubuki Boutique Hotel

• Luxury hotel located in Kigali

Meals & Drinks:

• Dinner (Breakfast & lunch not included)
• Non-alcoholic drinks

Kigali

Enjoy breakfast at the hotel. At 09:00, proceed on a guided full day city tour, including The Kigali genocide memorial, Heroes memorial site, Payage, Sainte-Famille Church, Inema Arts Center. Lunch at Republika lounge or the Khana kazana restaurant. Later, drive through Gacuriro & Vision City Estates and finish with Kimironko Market. At the end of the day, return to your city hotel. Dinner and overnight stay.

Main Destination:

Kigali

Accommodation:

Amata N’Ubuki Boutique Hotel

• Luxury hotel located in Kigali

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Non-alcoholic drinks

Kigali - nyungwe

07h30: After breakfast, check out from the hotel and drive to Nyungwe Forest National Park. En route, have a tour of
The King's Palace Museum in Nyanza is a reconstructed traditional royal residence, showcasing Rwanda's monarchical history. Visitors can explore the beehive-shaped thatched huts and observe the revered Inyambo cattle, known for their impressive horns and cultural significance.
After this, proceed to Huye. The Ethnographic Museum offers insights into Rwanda's cultural heritage. Its seven galleries display artifacts, including traditional clothing, pottery, and tools, providing a comprehensive overview of the nation's history and traditions.
Have a leisurely lunch in Huye then head to Nyungwe. Arrive in the late afternoon and check in at your hotel/resort.
The evening is at leisure to relax. Dinner and overnight stay.

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

ChimpanzeeCommon

White RhinoNone

Black RhinoNone

LionNone

LeopardNone

CheetahNone

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ElephantNone

GiraffeNone

BuffaloNone

ZebraNone

WildebeestNone

HippoNone

Accommodation:

Nyungwe Top View Hill Hotel

• Mid-range hotel located just outside Nyungwe NP (Chimps)

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Nyungwe

Enjoy a leisurely breakfast and go to park offices in Uwinka for briefing before your 08h00 canopy walk tour. Once done, have a guided colobus monkeys tour in the gisakura area. Later, return to the resort in time for lunch.
Relax and enjoy the views. Dinner and overnight stay.

Main Destination:

Nyungwe National Park (Chimps)

Accommodation:

Nyungwe Top View Hill Hotel

• Mid-range hotel located just outside Nyungwe NP (Chimps)

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Non-alcoholic drinks

Nyungwe

Depart early with a packed breakfast for the park headquarters for a chimpanzee trek briefing at 05:00. Trek to see the chimpanzees starting at 06h00. Return to the hotel for lunch and relax in the afternoon. At 16:00, visit the nearby Gisakura Tea Plantation. Return to the hotel for dinner and overnight stay.

Main Destination:

Nyungwe National Park (Chimps)

Accommodation:

Nyungwe Top View Hill Hotel

• Mid-range hotel located just outside Nyungwe NP (Chimps)

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Non-alcoholic drinks

Nyungwe - Volcanoes (Buhanga eco park)

After an early breakfast, check out and have a scenic drive to Volcanoes National Park and Musanze.
Arrive in time for check in and lunch. This afternoon, visit the Buhanga Eco Park. This eco park is a serene forest rich in history and ecology. Once a sacred site for Rwandan kings' coronation rituals, it features ancient stone relics, lush trees, vibrant birdlife, and tranquil trails. A perfect blend of cultural heritage and natural beauty awaits visitors.
Return to the lodge before sunset for dinner and overnight stay.

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

GorillaCommon

ChimpanzeeNone

ElephantRare

BuffaloRare

White RhinoNone

Black RhinoNone

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GiraffeNone

LionNone

LeopardNone

CheetahNone

ZebraNone

WildebeestNone

HippoNone

Accommodation:

Mountain Gorilla View Lodge

• Mid-range lodge located just outside Volcanoes NP (Gorillas)

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Non-alcoholic drinks

Volcanoes

Rise early and breakfast. 06:30, Transfer to park headquarters for golden monkeys trek briefing that starts at 7:00 and then proceed to the trailhead. Golden Monkey Trekking in Rwanda’s Volcanoes National Park offers a rare chance to see endangered golden monkeys in their bamboo forest habitat. With vibrant golden fur, these playful primates are fascinating to watch as they leap and forage, making this trek a unique wildlife experience amid stunning scenery. Once done, descend from the mountains and proceed to hotel for lunch. Have a brief rest. 15:30: Visit the Ellen Degeneres Campus for the Dian Fossey Fund. It’s a conservation center in Rwanda dedicated to gorilla research, education, and protecting mountain gorillas near Volcanoes National Park. Return to the lodge later in the evening. Dinner and overnight stay.

Main Destination:

Volcanoes National Park (Gorillas)

Accommodation:

Mountain Gorilla View Lodge

• Mid-range lodge located just outside Volcanoes NP (Gorillas)

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Non-alcoholic drinks

Volcanoes Gorilla trek

Begin the day with an early breakfast before heading to the park headquarters. Your gorilla trek begins at
07:00 with a briefing at Rwanda’s Volcanoes National Park, where guides share insights on safety and gorilla behavior. After the briefing, you’ll set off through misty forests, trekking lush trails with expert guides leading the way. The journey can be challenging but thrilling as you approach a family of gorillas. Watching them up close in their natural habitat is an unforgettable, humbling experience. Return to your lodge for lunch. This afternoon will be at leisure or enjoy optional activities. E.g community walk, massage. Dinner and overnight stay.

Main Destination:

Volcanoes National Park (Gorillas)

Accommodation:

Mountain Gorilla View Lodge

• Mid-range lodge located just outside Volcanoes NP (Gorillas)

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Non-alcoholic drinks

Volcanoes - Kivu

Have breakfast and check out from the hotel. Drive to Kibuye. Arrive at jetty for briefing and take a guided 2 hour boat ride to Rubavu, formerly known as Gisenyi. Arrive at lunch hour. Met and transfer to your hotel for check in. Lunch will follow. Discover the small town with your driver guide. Dinner and overnight stay.

Main Destination:

Lake Kivu

Accommodation:

Paradise Kivu

• Mid-range hotel located at Lake Kivu

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Non-alcoholic drinks

Lake Kivu - Kigali

Leisurely breakfast at the hotel. Check out by 11:00 and set off for Kigali. Arrive in time for a late lunch. Debrief and then transfer to Kigali international airport. Bid farewell to your driver and proceed to check in for your outbound air transfer.
The End. Wishing you an excellent safari experience.

Main Destination:

Kigali International Airport (Kigali)

Accommodation:

No accommodation (End of tour)

Meals & Drinks:

• Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included)
• Non-alcoholic drinks

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