With the 6 Days Exploring Rwanda by Helicopter Tour, you may have an amazing adventure and fully experience the stunning scenery and abundant wildlife of Rwanda. When you land at Kigali International Airport, your journey officially starts. A plush helicopter will be waiting to take you to Akagera National Park, your first stop on the itinerary. Enjoy the expansive vistas above as you travel to the verdant savannas and glistening waters of Lake Ihema, where you can see the mosaic of Rwanda’s terrain unroll before you. Take thrilling game drives, see magnificent animals, and learn about the lively culture of a nearby hamlet that borders the park. After that, take out again for Nyungwe Forest National Park, which is home to thick trees and hazy canopy. Hike with knowledgeable guides to witness chimpanzees’ joyful antics and do a thrilling canopy walk that suspends you high above the forest floor. With a final helicopter transfer back to Kigali, you may wrap up your adventure and treasure the memories of an amazing ground and aerial exploration of Rwanda’s natural beauties.
Detailed Itinerary
Day 1: Arrival – Kigali Airport.
At Kigali International Airport, after passing immigration, proceed to arrivals where your driver guide for the 6-day Helicopter Tour of Rwanda will greet you and drive you to your overnight accommodation.
Accommodation: The Retreat by Heaven, Onomo Hotel Kigali.
Meals: (Dinner).
Day 2: Helicopter Flight From Kigali To Akagera National Park
Following your hotel breakfast, you will be driven to Kigali International Airport to board a helicopter for your helicopter journey to Akagera National Park. Once there, you will be met by your driving guide for the 6-day Akagera Nyungwe Rwanda Tour, who will then transport you to your lodge so you can check in. You will rest at the lodge after lunch, and then go on a game drive in the evening.
Accommodation: Magashi Camp, Ruzizi Tented Camp.
Meals: (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner).
Day 3: Full Day in Akagera National Park
After breakfast on this day, you’ll take a boat ride on Lake Ihema and get to see an island home to a variety of bird species. You’ll have a game drive in the park after lunch. Dinner and lodging at the lodge are included.
Accommodation: Magashi Camp, Ruzizi Tented Camp.
Meals: (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner).
Day 4: Helicopter Flight From Akagera To Nyungwe Forest National Park
After breakfast at your lodge, enjoy a helicopter journey to Nyungwe National Park after that. Your driving guide for the 6-day Akagera Nyungwe Rwanda Tour will meet you there and take you to the resort. Included are lunch, dinner, and hotel accommodations at the lodge.
Accommodation: One and Only Nyungwe House, Mantis Kivu Marina Bay.
Meals: (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner).
Day 5: Chimpanzee Trekking and Canopy Walk Experience.
You will leave the resort on this day with a packed breakfast, travel to the park headquarters for an orientation, and then make your way to the forest’s entry points. You will witness a range of bird species and primates on your walk. For an hour, you will be able to spend time with the chimpanzees and observe them going about their daily lives. After that, you head back to the resort for lunch and relaxation. You will head back to the park headquarters for the canopy walk briefing in the afternoon. Experience the canopy walkway, the only one of its kind in East Africa, for a breathtaking view of the forest.
Accommodation: One and Only Nyungwe House, Mantis Kivu Marina Bay.
Meals: (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner).
Day 6: Helicopter Flight From Nyungwe Forest National Park To Kigali.
After enjoying breakfast at the lodge and checking out, you will head to Kigali International Airport by helicopter to board your international flight for departure.
Meals: (Breakfast, Lunch).
End of the 6 Days Exploring Rwanda by Helicopter Tour.
The 6 Days Exploring Rwanda by Helicopter Tour includes;
- 1 Chimpanzee Tracking Permit per person.
- Game Drive in Akagera National Park.
- Accommodation and meals as per the itinerary.
- Park Entrance Fees.
- Domestic Helicopter Flights.
- Services of an experienced English speaking tour guide.
- Transportation in a 4×4 safari vehicle.
- Government taxes.
However, the tour cost excludes; International Air fare, Visa fees, Personal Travel Insurance, Tips to local guides, Items of personal nature such as cigarettes, laundry, souvenirs, personal shopping bills and items not listed as included in the cost.