We present to you our 8 Days Safari Adventure in Rwanda, which combines the gorillas of Volcanoes National Park with the wildlife of Akagera. You will experience all the park has to offer, including the Dian Fossey Research Centre, where Dian spent almost 20 years studying mountain gorillas. There is no experience like trekking with Golden monkeys. You decided to reserve our 8-day safari tour in Rwanda even though you knew it would be the most amazing experience of your life.
Detailed Itinerary.
Day 1: Arrival – Transfer to Akagera National Park.
On arrival you will be picked from the airport by our company representative who will transfer you to Akagera National Park, where you will arrive in time for dinner and overnight stay. Meal Plan: Dinner.
Accommodation Options: Kigali Serena Hotel, Hotel des Mille Collines.
Day 2: Morning Game Drive – Afternoon Boat Cruise.
After breakfast, go on a game drive where you might see a variety of wild creatures. Head back to the lodge to have lunch. You’ll take a boat excursion on Lake Ihema in the afternoon. It is possible to see a variety of aquatic species, including crocodiles and hippos. Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.
Accommodation Options: Ruzizi Tented Lodge, Akagera Game Lodge.
Day 3: Second Game Drive – Afternoon Relaxation
After breakfast, you will head out for a second game drive for a chance to spot animals that you may have missed the previous day. Later return to the lodge for lunch and thereafter spend the afternoon relaxing at the lodge as you reflect on the day’s activities. Have dinner and stay overnight. Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.
Accommodation Options: Ruzizi Tented Lodge, Akagera Game Lodge.
Day 4: Transfer to Volcanoes National Park.
After breakfast, you will depart for Volcanoes National Park, the home of mountain gorillas in Rwanda. You will have lunch enroute. Arrive at the lodge for dinner and overnight stay. Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.
Accommodation Options: Governors Camp Silverback, Gorilla Nest Lodge, Gorilla View Lodge.
Day 5: Gorilla Trekking in Volcanoes National Park
After breakfast, you will drive to the park headquarters for a briefing, and then you will begin the trekking. The trek can be quite tough that it takes a lot of time approximately 2-8 hours. Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.
Accommodation Options: Governors Camp Silverback, Gorilla Nest Lodge, Gorilla View Lodge.
Day 6: Dian Fossey Trek
After breakfast, you will pay a visit to Dian Fossey’s tomb. This is near the site of the former Karisoke Research Centre, where Dian studied mountain gorillas for about twenty years. The walk there is pretty impressive, going through afro-montane habitats and bamboo forests. It’s possible to see additional species while there. Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.
Accommodation Options: Governors Camp Silverback, Gorilla Nest Lodge, Gorilla View Lodge.
Day 7: Golden Monkey Trekking Experience.
After breakfast you will go for Golden Monkey Trekking. This takes a few hours, you will return to the lodge, have lunch and go to visit the twin lakes as you enjoy the cool breeze of the lakes. Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.
Accommodation Options: Governors Camp Silverback, Gorilla Nest Lodge, Gorilla View Lodge.
Day 8: Kigali City Tour – Departure
Prepare for a journey to see Kigali city, which includes the Genocide Memorial Centre at Gisozi, after enjoying your cup of coffee from Africa. The primary points of attraction in Kigali City include the vibrant markets, memorials to the genocide, and artisan centres. In Rwanda, memorials to the 1994 genocide may be found all around the nation. After lunch in the afternoon, proceed to the airport in Kigali to catch your departure aircraft. Meal Plan: Breakfast and Lunch.
End of the 8 Days Safari Adventure in Rwanda.
The 8 Days Safari Adventure in Rwanda includes;
- Airport transfers.
- Transportation by 4 WD safari van, Fuel expenses.
- Accommodation and meals while on safari as per the itinerary.
- The costs also cover the services of English speaking driver/guide.
- Meals (Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner) while on safari.
- Bottled water on your safari.
- Park entrance fees.
- Boat ride Kivu.
- One Gorilla Permit.
- One Chimpanzee Permit.
- Guided Nature Walk Nyungwe.
- Ranger fees.
- Kigali City Tour.
Tour Exclusions:- Local and international flights, personal travel insurance, visa fees, drinks, cigarettes, tips, souvenirs and any other items of personal nature.