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7 Day Rwanda Gorillas & Rainforest Safari

This wonderful 6 night / 7 day tour visits the highlights of Rwanda, including the ancient mountain rainforest of Nyungwe – famous for its unique flora and fauna – as well as a tour to the Parc National des Volcans for a trek through the picturesque volcanic scenery in search of Mountain Gorillas.

  • Immerse in Kigali’s charm at Serena Hotel before embarking on your adventure.
  • Explore the lush Nyungwe Forest National Park, home to diverse primate species.
  • Experience the thrill of a Nyungwe Canopy Walk or an enthralling Chimpanzee Trek.
  • Delve into the heart of Parc National des Volcans and encounter Mountain Gorillas.
  • Discover the serene beauty of the surrounding landscapes before bidding Rwanda farewell.
  • Activities inside the park on day three worth US$ 1,700 per person (1 Gorilla permit @ US$1,500 per person, 1 Chimpanzee permit @ US$ 90 per person, 1 Colobus monkey permit @ US$ 60 per person & 1 nature walk permit @ US$ 50 per person).
  • Full board accommodations, transfers in 4×4 safari vehicle with guaranteed window seats.
  • English/French speaking driver-guide.
  • Return flight to Kigali-Kamembe.
  • Mineral water in the safari vehicle and during the tracking.
  • Selected alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks included at both Sabyinyo Silverback and Virunga Lodge.
  • One 30-minute massage at Virunga Lodge per person per stay

LENGTH

6 NIGHTS / 7 DAYS

BEST MONTHS TO VISIT

ALL YEAR

FROM

US$ 5,478

7 Day Rwanda Gorillas & Rainforest Safari

This wonderful 6 night / 7 day tour visits the highlights of Rwanda, including the ancient mountain rainforest of Nyungwe – famous for its unique flora and fauna – as well as a tour to the Parc National des Volcans for a trek through the picturesque volcanic scenery in search of Mountain Gorillas.

  • Immerse in Kigali’s charm at Serena Hotel before embarking on your adventure.
  • Explore the lush Nyungwe Forest National Park, home to diverse primate species.
  • Experience the thrill of a Nyungwe Canopy Walk or an enthralling Chimpanzee Trek.
  • Delve into the heart of Parc National des Volcans and encounter Mountain Gorillas.
  • Discover the serene beauty of the surrounding landscapes before bidding Rwanda farewell.
  • Activities inside the park on day three worth US$ 1,700 per person (1 Gorilla permit @ US$1,500 per person, 1 Chimpanzee permit @ US$ 90 per person, 1 Colobus monkey permit @ US$ 60 per person & 1 nature walk permit @ US$ 50 per person).
  • Full board accommodations, transfers in 4×4 safari vehicle with guaranteed window seats.
  • English/French speaking driver-guide.
    Return flight to Kigali-Kamembe.
  • Mineral water in the safari vehicle and during the tracking.
  • Selected alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks included at both Sabyinyo Silverback and Virunga Lodge.
  • One 30-minute massage at Virunga Lodge per person per stay

LENGTH

7 nights / 8 days

BEST MONTHS TO VISIT

ALL YEAR

FROM

US$8,375

Itinerary in Detail

DAY BY DAY

Tour Experiences

Day 1

Pick up from Kigali airport and transfer to Kigali Serena Hotel for dinner and overnight (D).

Day 2

After breakfast, pick up and transfer to the airport for the flight to Kamembe. Met and transferred to Nyungwe Top View Hill Hotel / One and Only Nyungwe House for 3 nights. After lunch at the lodge take an afternoon nature walk around the local area. Dinner and overnight at the lodge (B, L, D).

Day 3

After breakfast, transfer to Nyungwe Forest National Park for a half day trek. The Park is a unique habitat for thirteen species of primate including chimpanzees, l’Hoest’s monkeys and owl-faced monkeys. The high altitude rainforest floor boasts some of the most beautiful orchids in the world. Picnic lunch, or return to the lodge for lunch, then take an afternoon walk to a local village. Dinner and overnight at the lodge. (B, L, D).

Day 4

Breakfast at the lodge followed by a choice of either the Nyungwe Canopy Walk or a Chimpanzee Trek (extra cost for either). As you walk under the canopy of majestic trees, a large group of semi-wild Colobus Monkeys can be seen feeding on wild figs and jumping from branch to branch. Picnic lunch or lunch at the lodge. Afternoon at leisure to enjoy the amenities at the lodge. Dinner and overnight at the lodge. (B, L, D).

Day 5

After breakfast, pick up and transfer to the airport for the flight back to Kigali. You will be met and transferred to Mountain Gorilla View Lodge /Five Volcanoes Boutique Hotel / Virunga Lodge near Parc National des Volcans for 2 nights. Lunch at the lodge. An afternoon to relax and enjoy the beautiful surrounding landscape. Dinner and overnight at the lodge. (B, L, D).

Day 6

After an early breakfast and as the first light of dawn breaks through the curtain of mist clinging to the summits of Karisimbi, Bisoke, Sabyniyo, Gahinga and Muhabura, we make our way into the Parc National des Volcans in search of Mountain Gorillas. Afternoon at leisure – optional excursions available (payable locally). Dinner and overnight at the lodge. (B, L, D).

Day 7

Breakfast at the lodge. You may have time to take optional excursions from the lodge (payable locally and depending on your onward flight times). Later take the scenic transfer back to Kigali and drop-off at Kigali Airport (B).

Important Note: Once purchased, gorilla permits are non-refundable.

* Please note that a supplement of $38 per person applies for taking the Chimpanzee Trek instead of the Nyungwe Canopy Walk due to the extra cost of the official permit.

BB: Bed & Breakfast    L: Lunch    D: Dinner

Tour Experiences

Day 1

Pick up from Kigali airport and transfer to Kigali Serena Hotel for dinner and overnight (D).

Day 2

After breakfast, pick up and transfer to the airport for the flight to Kamembe. Met and transferred to Nyungwe Top View Hill Hotel / One and Only Nyungwe House for 3 nights. After lunch at the lodge take an afternoon nature walk around the local area. Dinner and overnight at the lodge (B, L, D).

Day 3

After breakfast, transfer to Nyungwe Forest National Park for a half day trek. The Park is a unique habitat for thirteen species of primate including chimpanzees, l’Hoest’s monkeys and owl-faced monkeys. The high altitude rainforest floor boasts some of the most beautiful orchids in the world. Picnic lunch, or return to the lodge for lunch, then take an afternoon walk to a local village. Dinner and overnight at the lodge. (B, L, D).

Day 4

Breakfast at the lodge followed by a choice of either the Nyungwe Canopy Walk or a Chimpanzee Trek (extra cost for either). As you walk under the canopy of majestic trees, a large group of semi-wild Colobus Monkeys can be seen feeding on wild figs and jumping from branch to branch. Picnic lunch or lunch at the lodge. Afternoon at leisure to enjoy the amenities at the lodge. Dinner and overnight at the lodge. (B, L, D).

Day 5

After breakfast, pick up and transfer to the airport for the flight back to Kigali. You will be met and transferred to Mountain Gorilla View Lodge /Five Volcanoes Boutique Hotel / Virunga Lodge near Parc National des Volcans for 2 nights. Lunch at the lodge. An afternoon to relax and enjoy the beautiful surrounding landscape. Dinner and overnight at the lodge. (B, L, D).

Day 6

After an early breakfast and as the first light of dawn breaks through the curtain of mist clinging to the summits of Karisimbi, Bisoke, Sabyniyo, Gahinga and Muhabura, we make our way into the Parc National des Volcans in search of Mountain Gorillas. Afternoon at leisure – optional excursions available (payable locally). Dinner and overnight at the lodge. (B, L, D).

Day 7

Breakfast at the lodge. You may have time to take optional excursions from the lodge (payable locally and depending on your onward flight times). Later take the scenic transfer back to Kigali and drop-off at Kigali Airport (B).

Important Note: Once purchased, gorilla permits are non-refundable.

* Please note that a supplement of $38 per person applies for taking the Chimpanzee Trek instead of the Nyungwe Canopy Walk due to the extra cost of the official permit.

BB: Bed & Breakfast    L: Lunch    D: Dinner

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