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  • Type Safari
  • Duration 10
  • Group Size 4 people

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Overview

This 10-day Rwanda safari offers an immersive experience combining thrilling wildlife encounters with deep cultural exploration.

Start with a Big Five safari in Akagera National Park, then head to Nyungwe Forest for chimpanzee trekking and a canopy walk. The highlight of your trip is mountain gorilla trekking in Volcanoes National Park, followed by a relaxing retreat at Lake Kivu. Throughout the journey, engage in cultural encounters, village visits, and local traditions that showcase Rwanda’s rich heritage and warm hospitality.

Highlight

  • Gorilla trekking in Volcanoes National Park – A life-changing experience
  • Chimpanzee trekking in Nyungwe Forest – Observe primates in their natural habitat
  • Big Five game drives in Akagera National Park – Spot lions, rhinos, elephants & more
  • Boat safari on Lake Ihema – Hippos, crocodiles & birdwatching paradise
  • Cultural encounters at Banda Village & Iby’Iwacu Cultural Village
  • Relaxation & boat ride at Lake Kivu – A peaceful retreat before heading home
  • Traditional Rwandan cooking & craft-making experiences

Itinerary

DAY 1: ARRIVAL IN KIGALI – CITY TOUR & GENOCIDE MEMORIAL VISIT

Upon arrival at Kigali International Airport, meet your guide for a Kigali city tour, including: ✔ Kigali Genocide Memorial – A tribute to Rwanda’s history ✔ Kimironko Market & Local Handicrafts – Experience Rwanda’s arts & culture Inema Arts Center – A hub for contemporary Rwandan art After the tour, check into your budget hotel in Kigali and relax before your adventure begins.

  

Dinner

DAY 2: TRANSFER TO AKAGERA NATIONAL PARK – AFTERNOON GAME DRIVE

After breakfast, take a 2.5-hour drive to Akagera National Park, Rwanda’s only savannah park and home to the Big Five. Enjoy an afternoon game drive, spotting elephants, lions, giraffes, buffaloes, zebras, and antelopes. In the evening, relax at your lodge with stunning views of the park.

  

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

DAY 3: FULL-DAY SAFARI IN AKAGERA & BOAT SAFARI ON LAKE IHEMA

Start the day with a sunrise game drive, the best time to spot predators like lions, leopards, and hyenas. In the afternoon, take a boat safari on Lake Ihema, where you’ll see hippos, crocodiles, and rare water birds like African fish eagles and kingfishers.

  

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

DAY 4: TRANSFER TO NYUNGWE FOREST – CANOPY WALK ADVENTURE

After breakfast, embark on a 6-hour scenic drive through rolling hills, tea plantations, and local villages to Nyungwe Forest National Park. Upon arrival, experience the Nyungwe Canopy Walk, a thrilling suspension bridge walk high above the rainforest, offering panoramic jungle views.

  

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

DAY 5: CHIMPANZEE TREKKING & CULTURAL VISIT IN BANDA VILLAGE

Wake up early for chimpanzee trekking in Nyungwe Forest, home to over 500 chimpanzees. Trek through the dense jungle and spend one unforgettable hour observing these intelligent primates. In the afternoon, visit Banda Village, where you’ll engage in: Traditional Rwandan drumming & dance performances Local craft-making & basket weaving lessons Storytelling sessions with village elders

  

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

DAY 6: TRANSFER TO VOLCANOES NATIONAL PARK – IBY’IWACU CULTURAL EXPERIENCE

After breakfast, take a 5-hour scenic drive to Volcanoes National Park, the home of mountain gorillas and golden monkeys. In the afternoon, visit the Iby’Iwacu Cultural Village, where you’ll experience: Traditional warrior dances & storytelling Demonstrations of local medicinal plants & traditional healing practices A hands-on cooking experience with local families Prepare for the next day’s gorilla trekking adventure.

  

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

DAY 7: GORILLA TREKKING IN VOLCANOES NATIONAL PARK – TRANSFER TO LAKE KIVU

Wake up early for the once-in-a-lifetime experience of gorilla trekking in Volcanoes National Park. After a briefing from park rangers, hike through the misty rainforest to track a habituated gorilla family. The trek can take 2–6 hours, but once you find them, you’ll have one magical hour observing them up close. After lunch, drive 2 hours to Lake Kivu, where you can relax by the lakeshore.

  

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

DAY 8: LAKE KIVU BOAT RIDE & COFFEE PLANTATION TOUR

Start your day with a boat ride on Lake Kivu, visiting scenic islands and fishing villages. Later, take a coffee plantation tour, where you’ll learn about Rwanda’s famous coffee production and enjoy freshly brewed coffee with local farmers. Spend the afternoon relaxing on the beach or swimming in the lake.

  

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

DAY 9: RETURN TO KIGALI – LOCAL MARKET & CULTURAL TOUR

After breakfast, take a 4-hour scenic drive back to Kigali. In the afternoon, enjoy a local market tour, where you can: Shop for authentic Rwandan crafts & handmade souvenirs Experience a traditional cooking class & taste local dishes End the day with a farewell dinner featuring traditional Rwandan cuisine.

  

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

DAY 10: KIGALI EXPLORATION & DEPARTURE

Spend your final morning exploring Kigali with optional activities such as: Visit the Presidential Palace Museum – Learn about Rwanda’s political history Hike Mount Kigali for panoramic views After lunch, transfer to Kigali International Airport for your departure flight, marking the end of your unforgettable Rwanda safari.

  

Breakfast

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Entrance fees
Specialized bilingual guide
Private Transport
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Parking fees
Landing & facility fees
Entry or admission fee
Departure tax
Wifi
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