11 Days from Kigali Airport or Hotel across Rwanda

11 Days from Kigali Airport or Hotel across Rwanda

By Wild Wise Safaris

Features

11d
Mobile voucher
Instant confirmation
Multiple languages

Overview

This tour stands apart by seamlessly combining Rwanda’s top primate experiences chimpanzee, colobus, golden monkey, and mountain gorilla trekking with scenic Lake Kivu relaxation, immersive cultural encounters, rich coffee and heritage experiences, and classic Big Five safari game drives(lion, leopard, black and white rhinoceros, elephant and buffalo) in Akagera, all thoughtfully paced across the country with expert guiding, handpicked lodges, and smooth cross-country transitions for a truly complete and authentic Rwanda journey

Activity location

Kigali
- Kigali, Rwanda

Meeting/Redemption Point

Kigali International Airport
- KN 5 Road
- Kigali, Kigali City, Rwanda

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11 Days from Kigali Airport or Hotel across Rwanda

11d
English

Travelers

Languages available

Starting time: 6:00

Price details

P 725,291.97 x 1 AdultP 725,291.97

Paid at activityP 290,140.00

Total

What's included, what's not

Private transportation
COFFEE FARM TOUR
BOAT TRIP SUNSET IN AKAGERA NATIONAL PARK
Air-conditioned vehicle
CANOPY WALK PERMIT
AIRPORT TRANSFER
DIAN FOSSEY MUSEUM
Parking Fees
COLOBUS MONKEY PERMIT
SAFARI FULL GAME DRIVE
WiFi on board
TEA PLANTATION ACTIVITY
CHIMPANZEES PERMIT
GOLDEN MONKEY PERMIT
IBY’IWACU CULTURAL VILLAGE ACTIVITY
ETHNOGRAPHIC MUSEUM
KING’S PALACE MUSEUM (CULTURE HISTORY)
AKAGERA NATIONAL PARK
GORILLAS PERMIT
WATER
Admission fee
NYUNGWE NATIONAL PARK
Snacks
Fuel surcharge
BOAT TRIP IN LAKE KIVU
KIGALI GENOCIDE MEMORIAL (AUDIO GUIDE)
ACCOMMODATION IS FLEXIBLE AND CAN BE BOOKED TO MATCH YOUR BUDGET & COMFORT LEVEL, SUCH AS MID-RANGE

Know before you book

Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Specialized infant seats are available
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
let us know if you need wheelchair or stroller and infant seats before

Activity itinerary

Day 1: ARRIVAL IN KIGALI & TRANSFER TO THE HOTEL

2 stops
Meals: lunch
Accommodation: Not included

Kigali

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

Kigali Genocide Memorial

2h
Admission ticket included

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.

Day 2: TRANSFER KIGALI TO NYUNGWE NATIONAL PARK

1 stop
Meals: lunch
Accommodation: Not included

Exploring Nyanza culture and history

8h
Admission ticket included

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

Day 3: CHIMPANZEE TREKKING & CANOPY WALK EXPERIENCE

2 stops
Meals: lunch
Accommodation: Not included

Nyungwe Forest National Park

6h
Admission ticket included

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.

Nyungwe Canopy Walk

3h
Admission ticket included

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

Day 4: COLOBUS MONKEY TREK & TRANSFER TO KARONGI LAKE KIVU

2 stops
Meals: Not included
Accommodation: Not included

Nyungwe Forest National Park

3h
Admission ticket included

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.

Nyungwe Forest National Park

1h
Admission ticket included

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.

Day 5: KARONGI LAKE KIVU & TRANSFER TO VOLCANOES NATIONAL PARK

1 stop
Meals: lunch
Accommodation: Not included

Lake Kivu Rwanda

7h
Admission ticket included

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.

Day 6: GORILLA TREKKING IN VOLCANOES NATIONAL PARK & DIAN FOSSEY MUSEUM

2 stops
Meals: Not included
Accommodation: Not included

Volcanoes National Park Rwanda

5h
Admission ticket included

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

Karisoke Research Center - Dian Fossey Camp

1h
Admission ticket included

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

Day 7: GOLDEN MONKEY TREK & CULTURAL EXPERIENCE

2 stops
Meals: lunch
Accommodation: Not included

Volcanoes National Park

4h
Admission ticket included

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

Iby'iwacu Cultural Village

1h
Admission ticket included

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

Day 8: TRANSFER TO AKAGERA NATIONAL PARK & BOAT TRIP SUNSET

2 stops
Meals: lunch
Accommodation: Not included

Akagera National Park

3h
Admission ticket included

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 National Park

1h
Admission ticket included

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

Day 9: FULL-DAY GAME DRIVE IN AKAGERA NATIONAL PARK

1 stop
Meals: lunch
Accommodation: Not included

Akagera National Park

6h
Admission ticket included

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.

Day 10: MORNING GAME DRIVE & TRANSFER TO KIGALI

1 stop
Meals: lunch
Accommodation: Not included

Akagera National Park

3h
Admission ticket included

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

Day 11: DEPARTURE

1 stop
Meals: Not included
Accommodation: Not included

Kigali Province

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.

Location

Activity location

Kigali
- Kigali, Rwanda

Meeting/Redemption Point

Kigali International Airport
- KN 5 Road
- Kigali, Kigali City, Rwanda

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