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Arrival
Day 1
Pick-up at Kigali International Airport
Pick-up at Kigali International Airport
Arrive at Kigali International Airport, where your Hope Tours Africa guide welcomes you with a warm smile. Transfer to One Click Hotel, a modern retreat in Kigali’s vibrant heart, offering a cozy base to unwind. Check in, savor the city’s evening buzz, and explore local dining options for dinner, settling in for a restful night as you anticipate the journey ahead.
- Main Destination:
- Kigali International Airport (Kigali)
- Accommodation:
- One Click Hotel
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 2
Transfer to Nyungwe National Park & Canopy Walk
Transfer to Nyungwe National Park & Canopy Walk
After breakfast at One Click Hotel, depart Kigali in your vehicle for a scenic 5-hour drive to Nyungwe National Park, passing Rwanda’s rolling hills and tea plantations. Arrive by midday at Ken Barham Guest House, a charming lodge nestled in the forest’s embrace. Check in, then head to Nyungwe for an afternoon canopy walk. Stroll 60 meters above the forest floor on a suspension bridge, the canopy alive with birdsong and distant monkey calls, as you take in panoramic views of the lush greenery. Return to the lodge, the forest’s serenity wrapping around you as you explore dinner options nearby and settle in for the night.
- Main Destination:
- Nyungwe National Park (Chimps)
- Accommodation:
-
EAR Ken Barham Guest House
Wildlife in Nyungwe NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 3
Ndambarare Waterfall Hike & Transfer to Lake Kivu (Rubavu)
Ndambarare Waterfall Hike & Transfer to Lake Kivu (Rubavu)
Rise early for breakfast, the forest stirring as you prepare for a hike to Ndambarare Waterfall. Drive to the trailhead in Nyungwe, then embark on a 3-4 hour round-trip hike through dense forest trails, your guide pointing out unique flora as you go. Reach the waterfall, its cascading waters a refreshing sight, and take time to soak in the tranquility, perhaps snapping photos of the misty scene. Return to the lodge by midday, refresh, and depart for a 4-hour drive to Lake Kivu in Rubavu. Arrive at Paradis Malahide, a serene lakeside retreat, by late afternoon. Check in, relax by the water’s edge, and enjoy the sunset over the lake, seeking out a nearby dinner spot to end your day.
- Main Destination:
- Lake Kivu
- Accommodation:
- Paradise Kivu
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 4
Golden Monkey or Gorilla Trekking in Volcanoes National Park
Golden Monkey or Gorilla Trekking in Volcanoes National Park
Savor early breakfast by Lake Kivu, then board your vehicle for a 2-hour drive to Volcanoes National Park headquarters for a briefing, then start a 2-4 hour golden monkey trek, watching these playful primates leap through bamboo forests, encountering these majestic creatures in their natural habitat. Spend an hour with them, their behaviors captivating you, before returning to the lodge. Spend the afternoon unwinding, the misty peaks a stunning backdrop as you settle in for the night after exploring dinner options.
- Main Destination:
- Volcanoes National Park (Gorillas)
- Accommodation:
- Grotta Resort
Wildlife in Volcanoes NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 5
Transfer Back to Kigali for Departure
Transfer Back to Kigali for Departure
Enjoy breakfast at Grotta Resort, the morning air crisp as you prepare to depart. Board your vehicle for a 2.5-hour drive back to Kigali, passing Rwanda’s rolling hills and vibrant villages one last time. Arrive in Kigali by midday, with time for a quick stop at a local market or cafe if your flight allows. Your guide will drop you off at Kigali International Airport for your departure flight, or at a hotel if you’re extending your stay, leaving you with memories of Rwanda’s forests, falls, and primate encounters.
End of the Tour.
- Main Destination:
- Kigali
- Accommodation:
- No accommodation (End of tour)
- Meals & Drinks:
