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7-Day Rwanda Primate Safari – a Journey into the Wild
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Adventure Tour

7-Day Rwanda Primate Safari – a Journey into the Wild

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  • Duration : 7 Days
  • Adventure Tour

Tour Planning

Destination 1 Rwanda

You'll embark on an unforgettable 7-day Rwanda safari filled with breathtaking landscapes and diverse wildlife. You'll enjoy close encounters with mountain gorillas, chimpanzees, and golden monkeys in the lush forests, plus exciting Big Five game drives in Akagera National Park. You'll explore Rwanda’s beauty from misty mountains to open savannahs. The tour starts in Kigali and ends in Kigali.

Activities and Transportation

  • A transfer from and back to the airport is included
  • Activities: game drives, boat trip, gorilla trekking and chimpanzee trekking
  • Game drives: pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle
  • Getting around: pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle, pop-up roof minivan and boat

Tour Features

  • Can be customized
  • Can start any day
  • Luxury tour
  • Minimum age of 15 years
  • Shared tour
  • Suitable for single travelers

    Included

  • Park fees (For non-residents)
  • Gorilla permits (One per person, non-resident)
  • Chimp permits (One per person, non-resident)
  • All activities (Unless labeled as optional)
  • All accommodation (Unless listed as upgrade)
  • A professional driver/guide
  • All transportation (Unless labeled as optional)
  • All Taxes/VAT
  • Roundtrip airport transfer
  • Meals (As specified in the day-by-day section)
  • Drinking water (On all days)

    Excluded

  • International flights (From/to home)
  • Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
  • Tips (Tipping guideline US$10.00 pp per day)
  • Personal items (Souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees, etc.)
  • Government imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees
  • Some meals (As specified in the day-by-day section)

Tour Itinerary

  • Upon your arrival at Kigali International Airport, you will be warmly welcomed by your dedicated safari guide and escorted to your hotel. Take time to settle in, relax, and enjoy Rwanda’s renowned hospitality as you recover from your journey. Later, your guide will provide a detailed briefing about the exciting adventures ahead, ensuring you are well prepared and ready for the unforgettable safari experience that awaits. Included: Breakfast, Dinner Midrange Lodge: Park Inn by Radisson Kigali Luxury Lodge: Hotel Des Mille Collines

  • Begin your safari early with a 5:00 AM pickup from your Kigali hotel for a scenic drive to Akagera National Park. On arrival, set out on a thrilling morning game drive to spot elephants, zebras, giraffes, lions, and antelopes across the park’s sweeping savannah. In the afternoon, enjoy a boat safari on Lake Ihema, gliding past pods of hippos, crocodiles, and an array of birdlife, including the striking African fish eagle and the rare shoebill stork. Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Midrange: Akagera Transit Lodge Luxury lodge: Akagera Game Lodge

  • After breakfast, begin your scenic journey to Nyungwe Forest, one of Africa’s oldest rainforests. Along the way, dive into Rwanda’s rich cultural heritage with a stop at the King’s Palace Museum in Nyanza, where traditional royal life comes to life, and the Ethnographic Museum in Huye, showcasing the country’s diverse history and traditions. Arrive at your lodge in the afternoon and settle in for a peaceful evening surrounded by the beauty of nature. Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Midrange: Nyungwe Top view Hill Hotel Luxury lodge: Kivu Marina Bay Hotel

  • After an early breakfast, you’ll head to the park headquarters for a detailed briefing before starting your unforgettable chimpanzee trekking adventure through the lush Nyungwe Forest. Witness these energetic primates in their natural habitat as they swing through the trees. After the trek, return to the lodge for a well-deserved lunch. In the afternoon, enjoy the breathtaking canopy walk, offering panoramic views of the forest, followed by an exciting zip lining experience that adds a touch of adventure to your day. Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Midrange: Nyungwe Top view Hill Hotel Luxury lodge: Kivu Marina Bay Hotel

  • After breakfast, you will begin your scenic drive to Volcanoes National Park, home to Rwanda’s famous mountain gorillas. Along the way, enjoy a cultural and sensory experience with stops at tea and coffee plantations. Learn about Rwanda’s thriving agriculture and savor freshly brewed tastings while taking in the beautiful landscapes. Arrive near the park in the afternoon and settle into your lodge, surrounded by the peaceful charm of the Virunga mountains. Overnight near Volcanoes National Park. Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Midrange: Mountain Gorilla View lodge Luxury lodge: Ingagi Park View lodge

  • After a delightful breakfast, embark on an exciting trek into the forest to track the enchanting golden monkeys—an adventure full of fun and discovery. In the afternoon, explore the renowned Ellen DeGeneres Campus of the Dian Fossey Gorilla Fund, a world-class center dedicated to conservation and education. Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Midrange: Mountain Gorilla View lodge Luxury lodge: Ingagi Park View lodge

  • After breakfast, you’ll head to the park headquarters for a briefing before setting off on a truly magical experience—trekking through the forest to encounter the gentle and majestic mountain gorillas in their natural home. It’s a heart-stirring moment you’ll never forget. Afterward, enjoy a relaxing lunch, then journey back to Kigali for your final night in Rwanda—or transfer directly to the airport, depending on your flight schedule. Included: Breakfast, Lunch

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