11 Days from Kigali Airport or Hotel across Rwanda

Overview

Day by day itinerary

1. 1ARRIVAL IN KIGALI & TRANSFER TO THE HOTEL⌄

   Upon arrival at Kigali International Airport, you will be warmly welcomed by your professional guide. Depending on your arrival time in the country, you will enjoy a guided city tour highlighting key landmarks and cultural attractions, after which you will drive straight to your hotel for a smooth check-in and a relaxing overnight stay

   A powerful and moving visit, the Kigali Genocide Memorial honors the victims of the 1994 Genocide against the Tutsi and tells Rwanda’s story of resilience and reconciliation an essential stop to understand the country’s history, healing, and hope.

   Meals: Lunch: lunch paid outside the hotel enjoy lunch at a local restaurant with local & international dishes and soft drinks

2. 2TRANSFER KIGALI TO NYUNGWE NATIONAL PARK⌄

   Drive to Nyanza Museum for a cultural visit, enjoy lunch and a refreshment break, then continue on a scenic journey through Rwanda’s rolling hills and lush tea plantations toward Nyungwe Forest National Park, arriving in time for lodge check-in, a delightful dinner, and an overnight stay surrounded by pristine rainforest

   Meals: Lunch: lunch paid outside the hotel enjoy lunch at a local restaurant with local & international dishes and soft drinks

3. 3CHIMPANZEE TREKKING & CANOPY WALK EXPERIENCE⌄

   CHIMPANZEE TREK: After an early breakfast, head into Nyungwe Forest for an exhilarating chimpanzee trekking experience, tracking these lively primates deep within the ancient rainforest, then later enjoy the iconic canopy walk suspended above the forest, offering breathtaking views before returning to the lodge for relaxation and overnight.

   CANOPY WALK: enjoy the iconic canopy walk suspended above the forest, offering breathtaking views before returning to the lodge for relaxation and overnight.

   Meals: Lunch: lunch paid outside the hotel enjoy lunch at a local restaurant with local & international dishes and soft drinks

4. 4COLOBUS MONKEY TREK & TRANSFER TO KARONGI LAKE KIVU⌄

   COLOBUS MONKEY TREK: Begin the day with a memorable colobus monkey trekking experience in Nyungwe, observing these elegant primates in large troops, then depart on a scenic cross-country drive north through lush landscapes and rural villages toward Karongi lake kivu, arriving in Karongi for dinner and overnight at your lodge.

   TEA ACTIVITY: Gisakura Tea Plantation Experience Immerse yourself in the lush, rolling hills of Gisakura, home to Rwanda’s famous tea plantations. Wander through vibrant green tea fields, learn about the traditional tea growing and harvesting process, and discover how fresh tea leaves are transformed into the aromatic tea enjoyed worldwide. Engage with local farmers, gain hands on experience picking tea leaves, and enjoy breathtaking views of the surrounding mountains and valleys a perfect blend of culture, nature, and relaxation.

   Meals: Lunch: lunch paid outside the hotel enjoy lunch at a local restaurant with local & international dishes and soft drinks

5. 5KARONGI LAKE KIVU & TRANSFER TO VOLCANOES NATIONAL PARK⌄

   BOAT AND COFFE FARM TOUR: Enjoy a relaxed morning in Karongi with breakfast overlooking the tranquil waters of Lake Kivu, followed by a scenic boat cruise across the lake as you glide past lush islands, hike the iconic Napoleon Island, and pass traditional fishing villages while soaking in breathtaking views of the surrounding hills, then return to shore for a leisurely lunch at a charming lakeside restaurant before setting out on an immersive coffee farm tour where you discover Rwanda’s celebrated coffee journey from bean to cup harvesting, washing, roasting, and tasting freshly brewed local coffee before unwinding on a picturesque late-afternoon drive to Volcanoes National Park.

   Meals: Lunch: lunch paid outside the hotel enjoy lunch at a local restaurant with local & international dishes and soft drinks

6. 6GORILLA TREKKING IN VOLCANOES NATIONAL PARK & DIAN FOSSEY MUSEUM⌄

   GORILLA TREK: Rise early for a hearty breakfast before transferring to the Volcanoes National Park headquarters for a detailed briefing, then embark on a once-in-a-lifetime gorilla trekking adventure through misty bamboo and montane forests, sharing unforgettable moments with a mountain gorilla family. In the afternoon, visit the Dian Fossey Gorilla Museum to learn about her groundbreaking conservation work and explore exhibits on mountain gorillas and Rwanda’s rich wildlife, before returning to the lodge for a well earned rest and overnight stay

   DIAN FOSSEY MUSEUM: Visit the Dian Fossey Gorilla Museum in Volcanoes National Park to learn about her groundbreaking work in gorilla conservation and explore exhibits on mountain gorillas and Rwandan wildlife

7. 7GOLDEN MONKEY TREK & CULTURAL EXPERIENCE⌄

   GOLDEN MONKEY TREK: After breakfast, return to the park for golden monkey trekking, a lively and rewarding experience as these colorful primates leap through the bamboo forest, then return to the lodge , followed by an afternoon cultural visit to the Iby’Iwacu Cultural Village to experience local traditions, music, and crafts, before returning to the lodge for a well earned rest and overnight stay

   CULTURAL VILLAGE: Experience authentic Rwandan culture at Iby’Iwacu Cultural Village—meet locals, enjoy traditional dance and music, learn about crafts, and discover the customs and daily life of the community

8. 8TRANSFER TO AKAGERA NATIONAL PARK & BOAT TRIP SUNSET⌄

   Transfer to Akagera National Park: Enjoy a comfortable scenic transfer from Kigali to Akagera National Park in a private safari vehicle. Along the way, take in Rwanda’s rolling hills and countryside landscapes, with optional short stops for photos and refreshments. Please note that Akagera National Park entrance fees are not included and are payable separately upon arrival at the park gate

   AKAGERA N P BOAT TRIP: After a relaxed breakfast, depart Kigali in a comfortable private vehicle for a scenic journey to Akagera National Park. Enjoy a refined stopover en route to stretch and refresh before arriving at the park. In the late afternoon, embark on an exclusive sunset boat cruise on Lake Ihema, drifting across golden waters as hippos, crocodiles, and elegant birdlife line the shores. As the sun dips below the horizon, soak in the tranquility of the moment before transferring to your lodge for a gourmet dinner and a serene overnight stay

   Meals: Lunch: lunch paid outside the hotel enjoy lunch at a local restaurant with local & international dishes and soft drinks

9. 9FULL-DAY GAME DRIVE IN AKAGERA NATIONAL PARK⌄

   After an early breakfast, set out on a full-day game drive through Akagera’s diverse savannah landscapes in search of elephants, lions, giraffes, zebras, buffaloes, antelopes, and a wide variety of bird species, with picnic lunch in the park before returning to the lodge in the evening.

   Meals: Lunch: lunch paid outside the hotel enjoy lunch at a local restaurant with local & international dishes and soft drinks

10. 10MORNING GAME DRIVE & TRANSFER TO KIGALI⌄

    Start the day with a final early-morning game drive for last wildlife sightings, then exit the park and drive back to Kigali, arriving in the afternoon. Enjoy some relaxed time at the hotel to pack your belongings and ensure nothing is left behind, followed by dinner and an overnight stay at a Kigali hotel

    Meals: Lunch: lunch paid outside the hotel enjoy lunch at a local restaurant with local & international dishes and soft drinks

11. 11DEPARTURE⌄

    After breakfast, enjoy a leisurely morning depending on your flight schedule before your transfer to Kigali International Airport for your onward journey, marking the end of your unforgettable Rwanda adventure.