Not long ago, Rwanda attracted adventurers through its natural treasures ranging from gorillas to rainforests to big game. Then in 1994, the infamous genocide brought Rwanda to the world's attention for tragic reasons. Despite the hard times, today the country is once again on the road to a bright future. Leading the way are those same attractions that continue to thrill the adventurer, ecotourist and/or nature-lover. In addition to nature, Rwanda offers a welcoming and culturally rich atmosphere.
Itinerary
Day 1: Arrival then transfer to PNV (Virungas National Park).
Upon your arrival at Kinombe airport, transfer to the hotel for refreshment, then transfer to PNV, if a bit very early, you will enjoy a city tour with stops at the genocide memorial sites and other places of interest. Lunch and this day you will transfer to PNV, for Dinner and overnight at the Volcanoes Lodge if Luxury OR Kinigi Guest House if Budget.
Day 2: Parc National des Volcanes.
After early breakfast, drive to the park for a briefing on the gorilla sanctuary. The whole day is dedicated to trekking, as it's unpredictable how many hours it may take to reach a group of gorillas. It's advisable to carry packed lunch, which can be arranged with your hotel the night before. For conservation purposes, time spent with the gorillas is only one hour and it is advisable to carry only non-flash cameras. After seeing the gorillas, return to Volcanoes Lodge for Luxury OR Kinigi Guest House if Budget, dinner and overnight there.
Day 3: To Akagera National Parc.
Drive to Akagera National Park for an afternoon or evening game drive, where you may see many night birds and animals. After this, check in for dinner and overnight at the hotel if Luxury and if Budget then option is Guesthouse or Camping.
Day 4: Akagera- Nyungwe Forest National Park.
After an early breakfast you go for a morning game drive for a close encounter with animals such as zebras, several antelope species and giraffes. Later drive out of the park, stopping for lunch at Kigali town and continuing to Nyungwe Forest. This forest boasts many primate species like the wild chimpanzees, red-tailed monkeys, black and white colobus monkeys and many others. Therefore a night walk this evening in search of the shy forest dwellers is rewarding and worthwhile. Dinner and overnight at the Hotel if Luxury and if Budget then option is Guesthouse or Camping.
Day 5: Nyungwe Forest National Park.
After breakfast there will be a primate walk in search of the primates mentioned above. This is a whole day activity accompanied by park rangers and trained guides. Dinner and overnight at the Hotel if Luxury and if Budget then Option is Camping.
Day 6: Departure.
Early drive from Nyungwe lunch in Kigali and afternoon leave for the airport in plenty of time for your flight.
Inclusive the costs above are the following services: -
• Airport pickups and drop-offs
• Transportation in 4wd safari vehicles
• All park Entrance fees
• All Accommodation
• Hiking fees
• Boat launch
• Tour guide/driver
• All meals
• Ranger Fees
• All guided Nature walks
• Primate Walk
Excluded Services:
• The Gorilla Permit costs @ $375.usd per person
• All drinks
• Items of personal nature
Notes:
Airfare is not included in the tour price.
Costs Luxury:
• When 2 people: $1,750.usd per person
• When 4 people: $1,630.usd per person
• When 6 people: $1,510.usd per person
• SRS: $230.usd per person
Budget:
• When 2 people: $950.usd per person
• When 4 people: $830.usd per person
• When 6 people: $710.usd per person
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