7 Days Rwanda Primates & Wilderness Expedition

Upon arrival at Kigali International Airport, you'll be warmly welcomed by our professional guide and transferred to your hotel in the city. After a short rest, embark on a guided Kigali city tour, where you'll visit key landmarks including the Kigali Genocide Memorial, a moving tribute to Rwanda’s past. You’ll also explore local markets and cultural sites depending on time and interest. This introductory day offers insight into Rwanda’s rich history and modern-day transformation.
Accommodation: Hotel in Kigali
Meals: Dinner

After breakfast, depart Kigali for Akagera National Park, a scenic 2.5 to 3-hour drive through Rwanda’s countryside. Upon arrival, check in to your lodge, have lunch, and prepare for an afternoon game drive. Explore the park’s savannah plains and encounter wildlife such as zebras, giraffes, elephants, and possibly lions. Akagera is the only Big Five park in Rwanda, making this drive a thrilling introduction to Rwandan wilderness.
Accommodation: Lodge inside Akagera National Park
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Rise early for a morning game drive to catch predators and herbivores at their most active time. You'll explore new areas of the park and potentially spot leopards, rhinos, and buffalo. In the afternoon, enjoy a peaceful boat safari on Lake Ihema, where you can see hippos, crocodiles, and a variety of bird species along the water’s edge. The contrast of land and water wildlife makes today a diverse and exciting experience.
Accommodation: Lodge inside Akagera National Park
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

After breakfast, bid farewell to Akagera and journey northwest to Musanze, the gateway to Volcanoes National Park. This drive takes you through lush green hills and beautiful terraced landscapes. Upon arrival, relax at your lodge or enjoy an optional community walk or visit to a local cultural center. Prepare for the highlight of your journey—gorilla trekking.
Accommodation: Lodge near Volcanoes National Park
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Today is the ultimate adventure—gorilla trekking! After an early breakfast, transfer to the park headquarters for a briefing, then head into the dense forest in search of a mountain gorilla family. The trek can take 2 to 6 hours depending on the group location, but the encounter is awe-inspiring and unforgettable. Spend a magical hour with the gorillas, observing their behavior in their natural habitat. Return to your lodge to relax and reflect on this rare experience.
Accommodation: Lodge near Volcanoes National Park
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

This morning, explore the stunning Twin Lakes of Ruhondo and Burera, set against a breathtaking backdrop of volcanic mountains. Then, visit the Musanze Caves—an underground marvel rich in geology and local lore. After lunch, begin your journey back to Kigali. Upon arrival, check in at your hotel and enjoy your final evening in Rwanda.
Accommodation: Hotel in Kigali
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Depending on your flight time, you may enjoy optional activities such as visiting local craft markets or cultural centers for last-minute shopping. Afterward, transfer to Kigali International Airport for your onward flight, marking the end of your incredible Rwandan adventure.
Accommodation: Not included (dayroom on request)
Meals: Breakfast