7-Day Rwanda Wildlife Safari Kigali – Nyungwe National Park – Volcanoes National Park – Akagera National Park – Kigali

7-Day Rwanda Wildlife Safari Kigali – Nyungwe National Park – Volcanoes National Park – Akagera National Park – Kigali

Duration7 Days 6 Nights
PriceOn Request
DestinationsMultiple Locations
Ideal ForCouples, Wildlife Fans

Overview

Discover the best of Rwanda on this exciting 7-day wildlife safari, combining the country's most iconic national parks and wildlife experiences. Journey through Rwanda's breathtaking landscapes, from the ancient rainforests of Nyungwe National Park and the mist-covered slopes of Volcanoes National Park to the wildlife-rich savannahs of Akagera National Park. Enjoy unforgettable chimpanzee trekking, thrilling gorilla encounters, game drives, boat safaris, and cultural experiences while exploring the "Land of a Thousand Hills."
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Day 1: Arrival in Kigali – City Tour

Day 1: Arrival in Kigali – City Tour
Upon arrival at Kigali International Airport, you will be welcomed by your safari guide and transferred to your hotel. Depending on your arrival time, enjoy a guided city tour of Kigali, including a visit to the Kigali Genocide Memorial, local craft markets, and cultural landmarks. After the tour, check into your hotel and relax ahead of your safari adventure.
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Day 2: Kigali – Nyungwe National Park

Day 2: Kigali – Nyungwe National Park
After breakfast, depart Kigali and travel to Nyungwe National Park in southwestern Rwanda. Enjoy a scenic drive through rolling hills, rural villages, and lush tea plantations. En route, visit the Ethnographic Museum for an introduction to Rwanda's history and cultural heritage. Arrive at your lodge in the afternoon and spend the remainder of the day at leisure, enjoying the beautiful rainforest surroundings.
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Day 3: Chimpanzee Trekking & Canopy Walk

Day 3: Chimpanzee Trekking & Canopy Walk
Wake up early for an exciting chimpanzee trekking experience in Nyungwe National Park. Accompanied by experienced park rangers, venture into the forest in search of habituated chimpanzees and other primate species. After lunch, enjoy the famous Nyungwe Canopy Walk, a thrilling suspended bridge experience offering panoramic views of the rainforest canopy and surrounding mountains. Return to the lodge for dinner and overnight stay.
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Day 4: Nyungwe – Volcanoes National Park

Day 4: Nyungwe – Volcanoes National Park
After breakfast, depart Nyungwe and drive north through Rwanda's stunning countryside towards Volcanoes National Park. The journey offers spectacular views of rolling hills, terraced farms, and picturesque lakes. Arrive at your lodge in the afternoon and spend the rest of the day relaxing while enjoying views of the majestic Virunga Volcanoes.
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Day 5: Gorilla Trekking in Volcanoes National Park

Day 5: Gorilla Trekking in Volcanoes National Park
After an early breakfast, transfer to the park headquarters for a briefing before beginning your unforgettable mountain gorilla trekking experience. Trek through the bamboo forests and lush vegetation of Volcanoes National Park in search of a habituated gorilla family. Once found, spend one magical hour observing these endangered primates in their natural habitat as they feed, play, and interact. After the trek, return to the lodge for relaxation, dinner, and overnight stay.
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Day 6: Volcanoes National Park – Akagera National Park

Day 6: Volcanoes National Park – Akagera National Park
After breakfast, depart for Akagera National Park, Rwanda's only savannah national park and home to the Big Five. Enjoy your en-route before proceeding to the park. Arrive in the afternoon and enjoy a game drive en route to your lodge. Keep an eye out for elephants, buffaloes, giraffes, zebras, antelopes, and other wildlife species. Dinner and overnight at your safari lodge.
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Day 7: Morning Game Drive, Boat Safari & Transfer to Kigali

Day 7: Morning Game Drive, Boat Safari & Transfer to Kigali
After an early breakfast, embark on a morning game drive in Akagera National Park. Explore the park's diverse habitats in search of lions, elephants, leopards, rhinos, buffaloes, giraffes, and numerous bird species. Later, enjoy a boat safari on Lake Ihema, where you may encounter hippos, Nile crocodiles, and a variety of water birds. After the boat excursion, begin your journey back to Kigali. Depending on your flight schedule, you will be transferred directly to Kigali International Airport or your hotel, marking the end of your unforgettable Rwanda wildlife safari.

What's Included

 Gorilla trekking permit
✔ All park entrance fees
✔ Accommodation for 6 nights
✔ Meals as specified in the itinerary
✔ Transportation in a 4x4 safari vehicle
✔ Professional English-speaking driver-guide
✔ Bottled drinking water during the safari
✔ Pick-up and drop-off in Kigali 

What's Excluded

✘ International flights
✘ Rwanda visa fees
✘ Travel insurance
✘ Personal expenses
✘ Tips and gratuities
✘ Optional activities

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