Kigali City Tour & Transfer to Volcanoes National Park

Kigali Genocide Memorial - Begin your day with breakfast at your hotel, followed by a Kigali City Tour. Visit the Kigali Genocide Memorial, a poignant site honoring the victims of the 1994 Rwandan genocide. This visit provides insight into Rwanda’s tragic past and its path towards reconciliation and healing.

Belgian Peacekeepers Memorial - Pay homage to the Belgian soldiers who perished during the Rwandan crisis, reflecting on Rwanda’s history of international peacekeeping efforts.

After the city tour, enjoy a picturesque drive to Volcanoes National Park, a verdant region in northern Rwanda renowned for its volcanic scenery and primate trekking.

Gorilla Trekking Experience At Volcanoes National Park- Rwanda

Volcanoes National Park - Following an early breakfast, head to the park headquarters for a detailed briefing on trekking protocols and the assignment of your gorilla family. Guided by skilled park rangers, embark on a hike through the forest to find a habituated gorilla family, where you might see playful infants, juveniles, adult females, and the commanding silverback.

The trek may last between 2–6 hours, depending on the gorillas’ previous night’s nesting location and the group’s pace. Upon locating the gorillas, spend one hour observing them.

After the trek, drive approximately 3 hours to Lake Kivu – Kibuye for the night.

Morning Boat Tour of Lake Kivu And Afternoon Transfer to Nyungwe Forest

Lake Kivu Rwanda - Start your day with breakfast, followed by a scenic boat tour on Lake Kivu. Visit Napoleon Island, known for its unique shape and home to fruit bats. Also, explore a nearby traditional fishing village to learn about local fishing techniques.

Afterwards, consider an optional guided hike along a section of the Congo Nile Trail. This brief hike of about 2 hours offers beautiful views of the lake, surrounding hills, and rural landscape. After lunch, drive 2 hours to your lodge at Nyungwe Forest.

Chimpanzee Tracking & Canopy Walk in Nyungwe Forest

Nyungwe Forest National Park - Set out on a morning trek in Nyungwe to observe chimpanzees in their natural habitat. The forest provides an exhilarating experience with its lush vegetation and diverse wildlife.

In the afternoon, enjoy Nyungwe’s renowned canopy walk—a 90-meter-long suspension bridge above the forest floor, offering breathtaking aerial views of the rainforest and its wildlife.

Transfer to Akagera National Park

Akagera National Park - Journey east from Kigali to Akagera National Park, a scenic trip of about 6 hours. Along the way, take in the stunning views of Rwanda’s iconic rolling hills, rural villages, and lush farmlands that gradually give way to the open savannah landscapes of eastern Rwanda.

As you near the park, the terrain flattens into expansive grasslands, acacia woodlands, and beautiful lakes that are part of the Akagera ecosystem. This drive provides excellent opportunities to observe local life, traditional homesteads, and picturesque countryside vistas before arriving at the park for your wildlife adventure.

Game Drive in Akagera National Park

Transfer to Gitega, Burundi via Tanzania And Evening Drums Experience at Gishora Drum Sanctuary

Gishora Drum Sanctuary - Depart Akagera and travel south towards Gitega, Burundi, crossing two international borders — Rwanda–Tanzania and Tanzania–Burundi — on an approximately 8-hour drive including border formalities. Arrive in the late evening for a cultural drums experience at Gishora Drum Sanctuary, a UNESCO-recognized cultural heritage site that holds significant importance in Burundi’s history and ceremonies. Afterward, check in at your hotel.

Transfer to Kibira National Park for Nature Hike

Kibira National Park - After an early breakfast, drive 3 hours to Kibira National Park for a 2-3 hour forest hike, enjoying birdwatching, waterfalls, and primates such as Black-and-white colobus monkeys, Blue monkeys, and others. After the hike, experience the Batwa community before driving 2 hours to Bujumbura city.

Bujumbura City Tour and Departure Back Home

Bujumbura - Discover the city’s attractions including markets, the vibrant waterfront, and local cultural sites.

Return to your hotel for lunch and prepare for your flight back home. (Late check-out of the hotel to be requested)

• Private transportation
• Full Board Accommodation
• Chimpanzee and Golden monkey permits
• All meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

• Flights
• Visas
• Tips

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.