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  • Type Safari
  • Duration 10
  • Group Size 12 people

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Overview

This 10-day Rwanda safari is a perfect blend of wildlife adventure, cultural exploration, and scenic landscapes, taking you to Akagera National Park, Nyungwe Forest, Volcanoes National Park, and Lake Kivu.

Start with a Big Five safari in Akagera, followed by chimpanzee trekking and a canopy walk in Nyungwe. Then, visit Volcanoes National Park for the unforgettable experience of mountain gorilla trekking. Finish with a relaxing retreat at Lake Kivu, where you can enjoy boat rides, coffee tours, and cultural encounters.

Highlight

  • Gorilla trekking in Volcanoes National Park – A life-changing wildlife experience
  • Chimpanzee trekking in Nyungwe Forest – Observe primates up close
  • Big Five game drives in Akagera National Park – Spot lions, rhinos, elephants & more
  • Boat safari on Lake Ihema – Hippos, crocodiles & birdwatching paradise
  • Canopy walk adventure in Nyungwe Forest – Walk above the rainforest
  • Relaxation & boat ride at Lake Kivu – A peaceful retreat before heading home
  • Relaxation & boat ride at Lake Kivu – A peaceful retreat before heading home
  • Cultural encounters at Iby’Iwacu Cultural Village – Experience authentic Rwandan traditions
  • Coffee plantation tour at Lake Kivu – Learn about Rwanda’s world-class coffee production

Itinerary

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

Upon arrival at Kigali International Airport, meet your guide and start with a Kigali city tour, including: ✔ Kigali Genocide Memorial – A powerful tribute to Rwanda’s past ✔ Local markets & art galleries – Experience Rwanda’s craft and culture 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, rhinos, giraffes, lions, buffaloes, zebras, and more.

  

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

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

Start your day with a sunrise game drive, the best time to see lions, leopards, and other predators. In the afternoon, take a boat safari on Lake Ihema, where you’ll see hippos, crocodiles, and exotic birdlife. After the safari, relax at your lodge and enjoy the beautiful sunset over the park.

  

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

DAY 4: TRANSFER TO NYUNGWE FOREST – CANOPY WALK ADVENTURE

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

  

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

DAY 5: CHIMPANZEE TREKKING IN NYUNGWE FOREST – NATURE WALK

Wake up early for chimpanzee trekking in Nyungwe Forest, home to over 500 chimpanzees. Hike through the dense jungle and spend one magical hour observing them. In the afternoon, take a guided nature walk to explore beautiful waterfalls and spot rare birds, colobus monkeys, and breathtaking landscapes.

  

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

DAY 6: TRANSFER TO VOLCANOES NATIONAL PARK – CULTURAL EXPERIENCE

After breakfast, take a 5-hour scenic drive to Volcanoes National Park, home to mountain gorillas and golden monkeys. In the afternoon, visit the Iby’Iwacu Cultural Village, where you’ll experience traditional Rwandan dances, storytelling, and local crafts. 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 their behavior 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 the 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, from bean to cup. Enjoy freshly brewed coffee while overlooking the lake’s serene waters. Spend the afternoon relaxing on the beach or swimming in the lake.

  

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

DAY 9: RETURN TO KIGALI – EVENING CULTURAL EXPERIENCE

After breakfast, take a 4-hour drive back to Kigali. In the afternoon, enjoy a cultural experience, including: Traditional drumming & dance performances Cooking class to prepare authentic Rwandan dishes End the day with a farewell dinner at a local Rwandan restaurant.

  

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

DAY 10: KIGALI CITY EXPLORATION & DEPARTURE

Spend your final morning exploring Kigali, visiting: Local markets for souvenirs Art galleries showcasing Rwandan talent After lunch, transfer to Kigali International Airport for your departure flight, marking the end of your incredible Rwanda safari.

  

Breakfast

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