Explore Rwanda’s diverse landscapes with wildlife viewing in Akagera National Park and primate encounters in Nyungwe Forest National Park. Experience game drives, a boat cruise, chimpanzee trekking, and a canopy walk.
Inclusions:
- Ground transfers throughout the trip (including airport pick-up and drop-off)
- Ground transportation in a 4X4 safari vehicle and fuel
- Accommodations and meals (as specified)
- Chimpanzee trekking permits
- Park entry fees and boat cruise fees
- Full-time English-speaking safari guide/driver
- Bottled drinking water
Exclusions:
- International airfares
- Rwanda visa fees
- Optional activities
- Personal insurance
- Extra meals and accommodations not specified in the itinerary
- Personal expenses (laundry, drinks, telephone usage)
- Tips and gratuities
Day 1: Kigali City Tour and Transfer to Akagera National Park
- Morning: Pick-up from Kigali International Airport or your location in Kigali. Transfer to Akagera National Park (2-3 hours drive).
- Afternoon: Check-in at your lodge. Enjoy an evening game drive to explore wildlife.
- Accommodation Options:
- Luxury: Ruzizi Tented Camp
- Mid-range: Akagera Game Lodge
- Budget: Dereva Hotel
- Meals: Dinner and Overnight
Day 2: Game Drive and Boat Cruise
- Morning: Early breakfast. Meet your guide for a morning game drive. Possible sightings include buffaloes, elephants, leopards, lions, rhinos, giraffes, hippos, kobs, zebras, bushbucks, and waterbucks. Bird species can also be spotted.
- Lunch: Return to the lodge for lunch.
- Afternoon: Boat cruise on Lake Ihema (1-2 hours). Spot hippos, crocodiles, and water birds.
- Evening: Return to the lodge, refresh, and enjoy dinner.
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
Day 3: Transfer to Nyungwe Forest National Park
- Morning: Early breakfast and embark on a 6-7 hour drive to Nyungwe Forest National Park. En-route stops include the King’s Palace and the Ethnographic Museum to learn about Rwandan history and culture.
- Lunch: Enjoy lunch en-route.
- Afternoon: Arrive at Nyungwe Forest and check-in at your lodge.
- Accommodation Options:
- Luxury: Nyungwe One and Only Hotel
- Mid-range: Nyungwe Top Hill View Hotel
- Budget: Gisakura Visitors Centre
- Evening: Dinner and Overnight
Day 4: Chimpanzee Trekking and Canopy Walk
- Morning: Breakfast and head to Nyungwe Forest for chimpanzee trekking. After a briefing, trek through the forest to find semi-habituated chimpanzees. Expect the trek to last 2-5 hours, with a one-hour viewing time once found.
- Lunch: Return to the lodge for lunch.
- Afternoon: Experience the Canopy Walk, a 70-meter suspended bridge offering aerial views of the forest. Spot primates and birds from the canopy.
- Evening: Return to the lodge, relax, and have dinner.
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
Day 5: Transfer to Kigali/Departure
- Morning: Breakfast and check-out. Transfer back to Kigali city.
- Afternoon: Depending on your flight schedule, you may have time for last-minute shopping or sightseeing. Drop-off at Kigali International Airport or your preferred location in Kigali.
- Meals: Breakfast
This safari offers a blend of Rwanda’s wildlife and primate experiences, showcasing the country’s unique landscapes and rich biodiversity. Enjoy your adventure!
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