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4 Days Rwanda Tour with Gorilla and Chimpanzee Trekking

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Length

4 days

Itinerary

4 days planned

Group

Private

Guides

English, French

Overview

This 4-day Rwanda tour immerses travelers in the country's vibrant wildlife and stunning landscapes, featuring unforgettable encounters with mountain gorillas and chimpanzees. Start your adventure with a city tour of Kigali, followed by a trek in Volcanoes National Park to observe the majestic gorillas. Explore the serene beauty of Lake Kivu on a boat cruise and visit a local tea plantation. The journey concludes with a memorable chimpanzee trek in Nyungwe National Park, offering rich cultural insights and breathtaking views throughout the tour.

- Enjoy guided treks to see gorillas and chimpanzees in their natural habitats

- Experience a scenic boat cruise on Lake Kivu and a tea plantation tour

- Comfortable accommodations and all meals included throughout the tour

- Private transport in a 4x4 safari vehicle with a professional English-speaking guide

Day by day itinerary

  1. 1Kigali city tour & Transfer to Volcanoes National Park⌄

    8 am pickup at your hotel in Kigali and transfer to Volcanoes National park for an estimate drive of 2 – 2.5 hours After your breakfast, Afri safaris guide will pick you up from your hotel in Kigali by 8am, with private vehicle after a short briefing then you will start a city tour, the tour ends at 10.30 am. - Visit Kigali city center, car free zone and Kigali Genocide Memorial

    After visiting Kigali Genocide memorial then you will be transferred to Volcanoes National Park, with option for Midway stopover Mid-way: stop-over by SŌOKO Xperiences for leg stretching, using the washrooms, having some coffee, and exploring the difference art objects in their exhibition hall. After SŌOKO Xperiences you will then be transferred to your accommodation in Kinigi where you will freshen up, relax and lunch. Check-in at Ingagi Park View Hotel Dinner and overnight stay at Ingagi Park View hotel. Enjoying the traditional dances in the evening and breathtaking view of Volcanoes National Park

    Meals: Lunch · Dinner

    Overnight: Overnight at Ingagi Park View Lodge

  2. 2Gorilla Trekking in Volcanoes National Park⌄

    Pick-up by 6:30 am after breakfast, then transfer to Park HQ for briefing. At 7:00 am, enjoy coffee and meet park officials at RDB Kinigi. You’ll be briefed, assigned a gorilla family based on fitness and age, and begin the trek at 8:00 am. The briefing covers gorilla behavior, what to expect, and what to carry. At 8:00 am, drive to the starting point where porters will assist if needed. Park rangers will guide your trek. Gorilla trekking runs from approx. 8:30 am–12:00 pm, taking 2–6 hrs. You’ll spend 1 hour with the gorillas—observe, photograph, and enjoy their behavior up close. Afterward, return to the starting point where your guide awaits. Then transfer to Migano in Musanze for lunch (1:20–2:00 pm). Afternoon transfer to Lake Kivu (Karongi) with scenic views. Check-in, relax, dinner, and overnight at Cormoran Lodge on Lake Kivu.

    Afternoon transfer to Lake Kivu (Karongi) with scenic views. Check-in, relax, dinner, and overnight at Cormoran Lodge on Lake Kivu.

    Meals: Breakfast · Lunch · Dinner

    Overnight: Overnight at Cormoran Lodge

  3. 3Lake Kivu Exploration, Transfer to Nyungwe and Tea Plantation Visit in Gisakura:⌄

    8am, Morning Pick up by Boat, After your breakfast. Enjoy a boat trip on Lake Kivu, exploring the islands and enjoying the scenery. Lunch will be at Bethany After Lunch you will then be transferred to Nyungwe Forest National Park in the afternoon. Stop by Gisakura for Tea Plantation Tour (1 hour) after tea tour you will be transferred to your accommodation. Check-in at Nyungwe Top View hotel or Munazi Lodge where you will freshen up, relax and dinner. Overnight stay at Nyungwe Top View hotel or Munazi lodge in Nyungwe. Enjoying the breathtaking view of Nyungwe National Park

    Stop by Gisakura for Tea Plantation Tour (1 hour) after tea tour you will be transferred to your accommodation.

    Meals: Lunch · Dinner · Breakfast

    Overnight: Overnight at Nyungwe top view hotel or Munazi Lodge

  4. 4Chimpanzee Trekking in Nyungwe and Departure:⌄

    Early morning pick-up by 5 am and transfer for briefing at the park headquarters. Chimpanzee trekking through Nyungwe Forest, known for its diverse primate and birdlife. After the trek, transfer back to Kigali for departure. Lunch will be on the way at Uwinka or Huye We hope that you would have enjoyed your time in Rwanda. The driver guide will drop you at your hotel in Kigali or at Kigali International Airport.

    Meals: Lunch · Breakfast

What's included

  • ✓Accommodation & Assistance with the tourist permit application process for gorilla trekking Rwanda
  • ✓Gorilla Trekking, Nyungwe Park entrance fee, Chimpanzees trekking fee, Meals and soft drinks
  • ✓Lunch
  • ✓Unforgettable photo opportunities that last a lifetime – every moment is wild and wonderful.
  • ✓Dinner
  • ✓We provide a selection of cool beverages and ample fresh water in eco-friendly reusable bottles
  • ✓Pick-up and drop-off anywhere in Kigali City and or Kigali airport
  • ✓Breakfast
  • ✓Private transport: 4x4 Safari Vehicle, Boat cruise on Lake Kivu, Tea Plantation tour.
  • ✓Professional Driver guide by Afri Safaris

Not included

  • ✕•Gorilla permit costs vary by nationality. Permits are limited daily & must be purchased in advance
  • ✕•Tips •Portal fees •Personal expenses and everything else not mentioned in the inclusions

Good to know

Cancellation: All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

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