Arrive at Kigali International Airport, where a warm welcome awaits.

You’ll be assisted through entry formalities and, once outside the airport, introduced to your dedicated driver/guide. Sit back and enjoy a seamless transfer to your hotel, setting the tone for an unforgettable journey ahead.

Spend the day exploring Kigali, beginning with a visit to the Kigali Genocide Memorial, where you will learn about the history of the 1994 Genocide against the Tutsi through exhibitions, mass graves, and a peaceful garden of reflection.

Following this, enjoy a walking tour with the Nyamirambo Women's Center, where you’ll explore one of Kigali's oldest neighborhoods. Along the way, visit a local hairdressing salon, a family compound, a tailor shop, and more, while supporting the Center’s mission of providing education and vocational training for women.

Optionally, add a traditional home-cooked lunch or a workshop in basket weaving, cooking, or hiking Mount Kigali to enrich your experience.

Return to the hotel in the evening for dinner and overnight. ...read less

In the morning, you will be transferred to Akagera National Park (approximately 2.5-3 hours).

Upon arrival at Akagera National Park, embark on an afternoon game drive in an open 4x4 vehicle, offering the best wildlife viewing with each vehicle accommodating a maximum of seven guests.

After the tour, return to the lodge for your overnight stay.

After a day of adventure yesterday, enjoy another opportunity to explore Akagera National Park with either a shared game drive or a boat safari on Lake Rwanyakazinga.

For those who wish to experience more wildlife viewing, a game drive in an open 4x4 vehicle awaits.

Alternatively, take a boat ride in an eight-seater swamp cruiser, offering a unique chance to spot water birds and aquatic animals around the lake. For those interested in a more immersive experience, guided nature walks and birdwatching, with nearly 500 bird species, are also available. Fishing on a catch-and-release basis is another activity to enjoy in this pristine park.

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Transfer to Volcanoes National Park (approximately 5-6 hours). Upon arrival, check in and enjoy the remainder of the day at leisure.

Volcanoes National Park, located just a three-hour drive from Kigali, covers 160 km² of lush montane ecosystems, including evergreen and bamboo forests. The park is home to five of the eight Virunga Mountains, with Karisimbi standing tall at 4,507 meters. Known for its dramatic volcanic landscapes, it offers one of the world’s most unforgettable wildlife experiences: encountering mountain gorillas in their natural habitat. Nearly half of the world’s wild population of mountain gorillas resides here, and the park is also famous as the backdrop for Gorillas in the Mist, the story of Dian Fossey's pioneering research on gorilla conservation.

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Morning transfer to park headquarters, followed by Golden Monkey Trekking in Volcanoes National Park. After your trek, visit the Ellen DeGeneres Campus of the Dian Fossey Gorilla Fund to learn about conservation efforts and Dian Fossey's legacy.

Embark on a guided trek through lush, verdant terrain, where you’ll encounter the charming golden monkeys in their natural habitat. As you approach the troops, observe these elusive primates as they interact, leap from tree to tree, and play in the bamboo forests. The moderate hike offers stunning views of the volcanic peaks and a chance to witness the monkeys’ unique behaviors up close. Following the trek, visit the Dian Fossey Gorilla Fund, where you’ll gain insights into the vital conservation work being done to protect Rwanda’s mountain gorillas and honor the legacy of Dr. Dian Fossey.

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Start with an early transfer to park headquarters, followed by a trek to encounter one of the habituated gorilla families in Volcanoes National Park.

The Virunga Mountains, spanning Rwanda, Uganda, and the Democratic Republic of Congo, are home to more than half of the world's remaining 480 mountain gorillas. In Volcanoes National Park, twelve gorilla groups are habituated for tourism, providing a rare and unforgettable experience. During the trek, you’ll be guided through lush forests and rugged terrain as you approach these gentle giants. The trek can take several hours depending on the location of the family, and once you reach them, you will spend one hour observing the gorillas as they go about their daily activities, offering incredible photo opportunities and a profound connection with these majestic creatures.

In the afternoon, enjoy Optional Activities in Volcanoes (additional costs apply, pre-booking advised), or take the afternoon to relax at the lodge. ...read less

Morning helicopter transfer to Nyungwe. Upon arrival, you will be met and escorted to the lodge for a hot meal and check-in. Enjoy the balance of the afternoon at leisure.

Nyungwe National Park, nestled in the heart of the Albertine Rift, is a biodiversity hotspot spanning 1,019 km². Home to 13 primate species, including the rare golden monkeys and colobus monkeys, it offers unique wildlife encounters. The park is also renowned for its canopy walk, the first of its kind in East Africa, providing breathtaking views of the lush rainforest. With over 1,000 plant species and 300 bird species, Nyungwe is a paradise for nature lovers, offering numerous hiking trails and a vital role in Rwanda's water supply.

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After a morning transfer to Nyungwe Park headquarters for a pre-trek briefing, embark on an unforgettable Chimpanzee Trek.

This three to four-hour trek takes you through Nyungwe's dense forests, guided by trackers who help locate chimpanzee communities. Spend an hour observing these fascinating primates in their natural habitat as they swing through the trees.

Later, enjoy a Canopy Walk suspended high above a ravine, offering breathtaking views of the rainforest and treetops. This two-hour walk takes you through lush terrain, where you may spot vibrant birdlife, butterflies, and even the region’s resident primates.

Return to the lodge for dinner and an overnight stay. ...read less

Enjoy a day of optional activities in the region or relax at the lodge.

Options include primate tracking, including chimpanzees, mountain biking, bird watching, and the famous canopy walk. Additionally, you can explore cultural experiences with local communities or indulge in wellness treatments at the lodge for a rejuvenating day.

Overnight in Nyungwe.

Morning check out, followed by scenic road transfer to Kigali (approximately 5 hours transfer).

En-route, stop at a local tea plantation for a tour. Enjoy lunch before drop-off at Kigali, where you will be met by our Airport Concierge and assisted with departure formalities for your flight home.