10 Day Rwanda Gorillas, Chimpanzees and Wildlife Safari

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Trip Overview

Embark on an exhilarating 10-day adventure through Rwanda, starting in Kigali and exploring some of the country's most renowned national parks. This safari encompasses a thrilling array of activities across Nyungwe Forest, Volcanoes National Park, and Akagera National Park. Highlights include city tours, canopy walks, chimpanzee and golden monkey trekking, cultural experiences, and game drives.

Tour Highlights

  • Day 2: Transfer to Nyungwe Forest National Park and canopy walk.
  • Day 3: Chimpanzee trekking in Nyungwe Forest National Park.
  • Day 4: Transfer to Ruhengeri.
  • Day 5: Gorilla trekking in Volcanoes National Park.
  • Day 6: Golden monkey trekking.
  • Day 7: Hiking Mount Bisoke.
  • Day 8: Drive to Akagera National Park via Kigali and afternoon game drive.
  • Day 9: Morning game drive and boat ride on Lake Ihema.
  • Day 10: Transfer to Kigali city and departure.

Itinerary

Detailed Itinerary

Upon your arrival at Kigali International Airport, a representative from Munda Africa Adventure will greet you and transfer you to your hotel. Depending on your arrival time, you may enjoy a brief tour of Kigali’s city center, including a visit to the Kigali Genocide Memorial. Return to your hotel, Des Milles Collines, for dinner and an overnight stay.

After an early breakfast, you will be driven to Nyungwe Forest National Park. Enjoy scenic views of the lush hills along the way and a visit to the King’s Palace in Nyanza to delve into Rwandan history and culture. Stop in Butare for lunch before reaching Nyungwe Forest National Park. Experience a thrilling canopy walk on a 50-meter-long suspended bridge, offering spectacular views of the forest and its wildlife. Return to Gisakura Visitor Centre for dinner and an overnight stay.

Following an early breakfast, head to the park headquarters for a briefing on chimpanzee trekking. Your excursion into Nyungwe Forest will last up to six hours, where you’ll search for habituated chimpanzees and observe their behaviour for one hour. After your trek, return to Gisakura Visitor Centre for dinner and an overnight stay.

Enjoy breakfast at the lodge before departing for Ruhengeri. Visit the Iby’Iwacu cultural village for an immersive experience in Rwandan traditions and customs, followed by lunch. Arrive at Muhabura Gorilla Lodge, check in, and relax before dinner and an overnight stay.

After an early breakfast, travel to Volcanoes National Park for a briefing on gorilla trekking. Accompanied by rangers, embark on a trek through the jungle to find a family of mountain gorillas. You will have one hour to observe these majestic creatures. Return to Muhabura Gorilla Lodge for dinner and an overnight stay.

Following breakfast, set out for a golden monkey trekking adventure. This trek, which lasts 2 to 3 hours, allows you to observe and photograph the playful golden monkeys. Return to the lodge for the remainder of the day at your leisure. Dinner and overnight stay at Muhabura Gorilla Lodge.

Begin your day with breakfast at the lodge before hiking Mount Bisoke. Enjoy panoramic views of the volcanic landscape and the lush forest. After the hike, return to the lodge for dinner and an overnight stay at Muhabura Gorilla Lodge.

After breakfast, drive to Kigali for lunch and a brief city tour, including a visit to the Gisozi Genocide Memorial site. Continue to Akagera National Park and embark on an afternoon game drive in the southern part of the park. Spot a variety of wildlife, including antelopes, elephants, giraffes, and more. Enjoy dinner and an overnight stay at Akagera Game Lodge.

Following breakfast, set out for a morning game drive to search for any wildlife you may have missed previously. After returning to the lodge for a brief rest and lunch, enjoy a boat ride on Lake Ihema. Marvel at the scenic views and observe hippos, crocodiles, and numerous bird species. Return to Akagera Game Lodge for dinner and an overnight stay.

On the final day of your safari, enjoy an early breakfast before checking out. Drive back to Kigali, with a stop for lunch along the way. Depending on your departure time, you will be dropped off at Kigali International Airport or your hotel in Kigali, concluding your unforgettable Rwandan adventure.

Package Features

This package includes
  • Pick up and drop off.
  • Gorilla trekking permit.
  • Golden monkey permit.
  • Chimpanzee trekking permit.
  • Park entrance fees.
  • Boat cruise.
  • Vehicle entrance fees.
  • Game viewing in a 4X4 Safari vehicle.
  • Full time English speaking Professional Safari Guide/Driver.
  • All accommodation as indicated in the itinerary.
  • All meals as indicated in the itinerary.
  • Bottled drinking water while on safari.
This package does not include
  • Flights.
  • Personal expenses such as telephone calls, email, laundry, beverages or meals not indicated in the itinerary, Portage and wait staff gratuity.
  • Anything else not included in the itinerary

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10 Day Rwanda Gorillas, Chimpanzees and Wildlife Safari

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+256 702 810 976

info@mundaafrica.com
mundaafrica01@gmail.com

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