This 5-day safari in Rwanda offers an unforgettable experience of gorilla trekking in the renowned Volcanoes National Park. You’ll also have the opportunity to trek the Golden Monkeys, learn about Rwanda’s fascinating history at the Kigali Genocide Memorial, and enjoy cultural encounters with local communities. Stay in luxury accommodations and be guided by experienced professionals throughout your adventure. From the mountain gorillas to the Golden Monkeys, this journey is full of extraordinary moments.
Arrival: Upon arrival at Kigali International Airport, you will be warmly welcomed by your safari representative, who will assist you through customs and immigration. You will then be transferred to your luxury hotel in Kigali.
Evening: After check-in, enjoy a brief tour briefing about your upcoming adventure. The rest of the evening is free for relaxation at your hotel. Dinner is included, and overnight stay is at your hotel in Kigali.
Accommodation: Kigali Marriott Hotel (High-End) / Alternative Mid-Range option
Meal Plan: Dinner
Drive Time: 10 Minutes
Morning: After breakfast, enjoy an enlightening city tour of Kigali, which includes a visit to the Kigali Genocide Memorial, a powerful and moving tribute to the victims of Rwanda’s 1994 genocide. You will learn about Rwanda’s history and its incredible recovery.
Afternoon: After the city tour, you will transfer to Volcanoes National Park. Upon arrival, check in at the One & Only Gorilla Nest Lodge for lunch. The lodge offers a spectacular view of the surrounding volcanoes.
Evening: The rest of the day is free for relaxation. Dinner will be served at the lodge, and you can unwind after the day’s journey.
Accommodation: One & Only Gorilla Nest Lodge (High-End)
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Drive Time: 2.5-3 Hours
Early Morning: Start your day with an early breakfast at the lodge. You will then transfer to the Park Headquarters for a briefing on the gorilla trekking experience. After the briefing, your guide will take you to the starting point for your trek.
Gorilla Trekking: Encountering the mountain gorillas in their natural habitat is an unforgettable experience. Depending on the group assigned to you, the trek can last anywhere from 30 minutes to several hours. You will observe the gorillas in their peaceful environment and learn about their behavior and social structure.
Afternoon: After your trek, return to the lodge for lunch and rest. The afternoon is free for relaxation or additional activities.
Evening: Enjoy dinner at the lodge and reflect on your life-changing experience with the gorillas.
Accommodation: One & Only Gorilla Nest Lodge (High-End)
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Morning: After breakfast, head back to Kinigi Park Headquarters for the Golden Monkey trekking briefing. The Golden Monkeys are playful and inquisitive, and trekking to see them is one of the highlights of Volcanoes National Park. You’ll trek through the bamboo forests at the base of Mount Sabyinyo to observe these endangered monkeys in their natural habitat.
Afternoon: After the trekking adventure, return to the lodge for lunch. In the afternoon, engage in a cultural experience where you’ll interact with local communities to learn about their traditional customs, life, and arts.
Evening: Enjoy dinner at the lodge and share stories from the day.
Accommodation: One & Only Gorilla Nest Lodge (High-End)
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Morning: After breakfast, prepare for your transfer back to Kigali. Depending on your flight time, you can enjoy a scenic drive through Rwanda’s stunning landscapes.
Afternoon: Upon arrival in Kigali, enjoy a quick visit to any local markets or art centers for last-minute souvenirs. You will then be transferred to Kigali International Airport for your outbound flight.
End of Trip
Meal Plan: Breakfast
Drive Time: 2.5-3 Hours
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