A visit to Rwanda is incredible, unforgettable, and offers a fascinating experience when crowned with gorilla, chimp ,golden monkey treks, hike of the canopy, visits to a museum and a cultural village. This absolutely amazing Rwanda safari connects you with the only few remaining home ranges to the great apes, more so the critically endangered mountain gorillas.A visit to Rwanda is incredible, unforgettable, and offers a fascinating experience when crowned with gorilla, chimp ,golden monkey treks, hike of the canopy, visits to a museum and a cultural village. This absolutely amazing Rwanda safari connects you with the only few remaining home ranges to the great apes, more so the critically endangered mountain gorillas.
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Itinerary
Day 1
Arrival at Kigali Airport
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Upon your arrival, you will be met and transferred to your hotel. You have the evening free, so you can either dine at the hotel or wander into the city.
Accommodation
Kigali Marriott Hotel★5 star
Restaurants
Kigali Marriott Hotel Soko restaurant
Transportations
Off-Road from Kigali International Airport to Kigali Marriott Hotel
Meals
Dinner
Destinations
Kigali
Day 2
Nyungwe Forest National Park
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After breakfast at the hotel, you will check out and proceed to Nyungwe Forest National Park. En route, you will briefly visit the Ethnographic Museum before later stopping for lunch at the Ibis Restaurant. You should arrive at the One&Only Nyungwe House mid-afternoon. Relax and enjoy the evening in the lodge.
Accommodation
One&Only Nyungwe House★5 star
Activities
Ethnographic Museum
Restaurants
Ibis Restaurant Butare
One&Only Nyungwe House
Transportations
Off-Road from Kigali Marriott Hotel to Nyungwe Forest National Park
Meals
Breakfast, lunch and dinner
Destinations
Kigali
Butare
NYUNGWE TOP VIEW HILL HOTEL
Day 3
Nyungwe Chimp Trek & Canopy Walk
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This morning early breakfast and depart for your chimp trek. As you are guided through the forest in search of chimps, keep an eye out for birdlife, the park is well known for it. Lunch will be served at the lodge. In the afternoon you will return to the park for a canopy walk. The evening is at your leisure.
Accommodation
One&Only Nyungwe House★5 star
Activities
Nyungwe Forest National Park Chimp Trek
Nyungwe National Park Canopy Walk
Restaurants
One&Only Nyungwe House
One&Only Nyungwe House
Transportations
Off-Road from One&Only Nyungwe House to Nyungwe Forest National Park
Meals
Breakfast, lunch and dinner
Destinations
NYUNGWE TOP VIEW HILL HOTEL
Day 4
Travel to Volcano National Park
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Have an early breakfast at the lodge. You will check out and begin the scenic journey to Mountain Gorilla View Lodge, close to the Volcanoes National Park. In the afternoon, you will visit the IbyiIwacu village for a cultural experience.
Accommodation
Mountain Gorilla View Lodge
Activities
Iby'Iwacu Cultural Village
Restaurants
Lake Kivu Serena Hotel
Transportations
Off-Road from One&Only Nyungwe House to Mountain Gorilla View Lodge
Meals
Breakfast, lunch and dinner
Destinations
NYUNGWE TOP VIEW HILL HOTEL
Gisenyi
Ruhengeri
Northern Province
Day 5
Gorilla Trek & Free Time
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Early breakfast at the lodge then drive to the park headquarters for your Gorilla Trek briefing. You will enter the park at around 8. After what will certainly be a memorable experience, you will return to the lodge for lunch. You have the afternoon free for an optional activity. Trekking to the Dian Fossey Tomb Tour: The trek involves a 30 minutes drive and a 1.5-hour trek to Dian’s grave. It is so inspiring to learn about someone who was so dedicated and left a legacy that exists even today.
Accommodation
Mountain Gorilla View Lodge
Activities
Gorilla Trekking Rwanda
Dian Fossey Tomb Trek
Restaurants
Mountain Gorilla View Lodge
Mountain Gorilla View Lodge
Transportations
Off-Road from Mountain Gorilla View Lodge to Volcanoes National Park
Meals
Breakfast, lunch and dinner
Destinations
Northern Province
Day 6
Golden Monkey Trek & Return to Kigali
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Today is the final day of your Rwanda safari. Rise early in the morning and have breakfast at the lodge. Proceed to the Park’s headquarters for briefing about your trek. You will then enter the park in search of the Golden Monkeys. Lunch will be served at the lodge. You will then checkout and travel back to Kigali. A final farewell dinner will be served at the Pili Pili Restaurant, after which you will be dropped off at the airport.
Accommodation
Mountain Gorilla View Lodge
Activities
Golden Monkeys Trek
Restaurants
Mountain Gorilla View Lodge
Pili Pili Restaurant Kigali Rwanda,
Transportations
Off-Road from Mountain Gorilla View Lodge to Volcanoes National Park
Off-Road from Mountain Gorilla View Lodge to Pili Pili
Off-Road from Pili Pili to Kigali International Airport
Meals
Breakfast, lunch and dinner
Destinations
Northern Province
Kigali
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What’s included?
5 nights accommodation
7 activities
5 breakfasts, 5 lunches and 6 dinners
Airport transfer
Entrance fees
Ground transportation
Licensed English speaking guides
Trekking permits
What’s not included?
Alcohol beverages
Domestic flights
Entry visas / airport departure tax
Gratuities
International flights
Laundry
Personal expenses
Travel insurance
Notes
Included
- Meet and greet on arrival
- Airport and inter-hotel transfers from day 1 to the last day
- Accommodation at hotels/lodges & meals as mentioned in the program
- Exclusive use of a safari land cruiser with WIFI for 5 Days where there is reception
- Professional, experienced English speaking safari driver guide
- Bottled mineral water in the vehicle during the tour
- One & Only Nyungwe House includes breakfast, lunch and dinner - Minibar, non-alcoholic and alcoholic house beverages with meals
- Two activities pp/day (as defined by the Resort and subject to change without notice)
- 1 canopy walk permit pp (includes briefing at RDB offices, guide, trek – US$ 60.-)
- 1 Chimps permit pp (includes briefing at RDB offices, guide, trek – US$ 100.-)
- 1 Gorilla permit pp (this includes briefing at RDB offices, guide, trek – US$ 1,500.-)
- Entrance to IbyiIwacu Cultural village
- All activities, visits and extra meals mentioned in the itinerary
- Emergency Medical Evacuation Services
- Our assistance and support 24/7
Excluded
- International and domestic airline tickets unless where indicated,
- Entry visa fees,
- Optional extras whilst in Kigali
- Drinks throughout the trip,
- Tips and gratuities,
- Personal expenses such as telephone calls, mini bar, porter-age,
- Travel Insurance
Starting From
AU$ 10,489/ per traveller sharing
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Benefits of this trip
Rwanda in 6 days
5-star accommodation
24/7 in-destination support from your local designer
