Embark on an immersive 5-day adventure through Rwanda’s premier primate habitats. This safari offers opportunities to engage with chimpanzees, golden monkeys, and mountain gorillas, along with stunning canopy views and scenic landscapes.
Tour Includes:
- Chimpanzee trekking permit
- Canopy walk
- Gorilla trekking permit
- Golden monkey trekking permit
- Services of an English-speaking driver guide
- Full-board accommodation
- Pick-up and drop-off
- Vehicle and fuel
- Bottled water
Tour Excludes:
- Air flight tickets
- Visas
- Optional activities not included in the itinerary
- Personal expenses (souvenirs, crafts, drinks, laundry services, tips)
Day 1: Transfer to Nyungwe National Park
- Morning: Pick-up from Kigali International Airport or your accommodation. Briefing by your driver guide. Begin the journey to Nyungwe National Park.
- En-route: Visit the King’s Palace and Museum in Nyanza. Explore the beehive-shaped palace and the traditional collections in the museum.
- Lunch: Enjoy lunch during the journey.
- Afternoon: Continue to Nyungwe National Park (approximately 6-7 hours drive including stops).
- Evening: Check-in at your lodge. Dinner and overnight stay.
- Accommodation Options:
- Luxury: Nyungwe One and Only Hotel
- Mid-range: Nyungwe Top Hill View Hotel
- Budget: Gisakura Visitors Centre
Day 2: Chimpanzee Trekking and Canopy Walk
- Morning: Early breakfast. Transfer to the park headquarters for a briefing on chimpanzee trekking.
- Trekking: Set out to find a chimpanzee group with a park guide. The trek may last from 30 minutes to 4 hours. Spend one hour observing the chimpanzees.
- Lunch: Return to the lodge for lunch.
- Afternoon: Participate in the canopy walk at Uwinka Reception Centre. This 90-meter suspended bridge offers breathtaking views of the forest, bird species, and primates.
- Evening: Return to the lodge, relax, and have dinner.
Day 3: Transfer to Volcanoes National Park
- Morning: Early breakfast. Check out and start the drive to Volcanoes National Park (approximately 4-5 hours).
- En-route: Stop at Lake Kivu for scenic views and relaxation.
- Lunch: Enjoy an en-route lunch.
- Afternoon: Arrive at Volcanoes National Park. Check-in at your lodge.
- Accommodation Options:
- Luxury: Bisate Lodge
- Mid-range: Kinigi Guesthouse
- Budget: Muhabura Hotel
- Evening: Dinner and overnight stay.
Day 4: Gorilla Trekking
- Morning: Early breakfast. Transfer to Kinigi Park Headquarters for a briefing on gorilla trekking.
- Trekking: Grouping is done based on fitness levels. The trek may last from 30 minutes to 7 hours. Spend one hour with the mountain gorillas.
- Lunch: Return to the lodge for lunch.
- Afternoon: Free time to relax or explore local surroundings.
- Evening: Dinner and overnight stay at the lodge.
Day 5: Golden Monkey Trekking and Departure
- Morning: Early breakfast. Transfer to the park headquarters for a briefing on golden monkey trekking.
- Trekking: Search for golden monkeys, which may take 30 minutes to 4 hours. Spend one hour observing their behavior.
- Lunch: Return to the lodge for lunch.
- Afternoon: Check out of the lodge and transfer to Kigali.
- Evening: Drop-off at Kigali International Airport for your departure flight.
This safari offers a comprehensive experience of Rwanda’s primate wildlife and scenic beauty, providing unforgettable moments with some of the world’s most fascinating species. Enjoy your primates safari adventure!
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