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This incredible 7 Day Wildlife and Gorilla safari Rwanda gives you the chance to enjoy one of Africa’s most beloved countries. You will experience local culture and learn about the gargantuan efforts being made to save endangered mountain gorilla populations, while partaking in the humbling experience of mountain gorilla trekking.
Your adventure begins in the beautiful city of Kigali, where you’ll be immersed in the culture and history of Rwanda – its welcoming people provides one-of-a-kind experiences. You will also have the chance to visit the Kigali Genocide Memorial, a sombre trip back into a tragic past. Other highlights of this 7 Days Rwanda safari include tracking the “big five” on safari in Akagera National Park and optional Golden Monkey trekking excursion
Day 1: Arrival in Kigali
Day 2: Tour Kigali city and Travel to Akagera National Park
Day 3-4: Game Viewing at Akagera National Park
Day 5: Visit Volcanoes National Park
Day 6: Gorilla Trekking at Volcanoes National Park
Day 7: Return to Kigali
Kigali has been the capital of Rwanda since it gained independence in 1962. Rwanda is a place that offers so much to the adventurous traveller and is a country that has been rebuilding itself since the horrific genocide of 1994. And though the past won’t, and shouldn’t, be forgotten, the future of tourism in Rwanda is looking bright thanks to its welcoming people, an abundance of lakes and the beautiful Virunga Mountains. Your adventure begins with a meet-and-greet with a Greenway Nature Tours Representative, who will transfer you to your hotel.
Have a heart-wrenching visit to the Kigali Genocide Memorial – the final resting place for over 250,000 victims of the mass atrocity that took place in Rwanda in 1994. Following this, embark on a community walk in the vibrant Nyamirambo neighbourhood and enjoy a delicius lunch at one of Kigali’s top restaurants. Then start the leisurely 3 hour drive to Akagera National Park. As Rwanda’s largest national park, covering 433 square miles, Akagera is home to an impressive array of wildlife, including the Big Five (lions, leopards, elephants, buffalo, and rhinos), which are not found in the other three national parks in the country. The park’s savannah plains are beautifully interspersed with lakes and swamps.
Accommodation Options
Midrange: Akagera Rhino Lodge/ Dereva Hotel
Luxury: Mantis Akagera Game Lodge/ Ruzizi Tented Lodge
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, & Dinner
Wake before sunrise for an early morning safari drive in pursuit of the “Big Five.” Keep an eye out for lions, buffalo, hyenas, and antelopes grazing freely here. Watch for lions, buffalo, hyenas, and antelopes roaming freely across the landscape. Afterward, return to the lodge for lunch and enjoy some leisure time to unwind or take a refreshing swim in the pool. In the afternoon, enjoy a boat cruise on Lake Ihema, a hippo territory. Thousands of the gigantic animals make their home in Lake Ihema. As the sun sets, spot some of the 490 species of birds that call the park home.
Accommodation Options
Midrange: Akagera Rhino Lodge/ Dereva Hotel
Luxury: Mantis Akagera Game Lodge/ Ruzizi Tented Lodge
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, & Dinner
After an early breakfast, set off with packed lunches for a full-day game drive, traversing Akagera from its southern to northern regions, including a stop at Giraffe Valley. The park’s varied landscapes—ranging from savannah and woodlands to wetlands and numerous lakes—are teeming with wildlife, including the Big 5. On the return to the lodge, enjoy additional wildlife sightings along the way.
Accommodation Options
Midrange: Akagera Rhino Lodge/ Dereva Hotel
Luxury: Mantis Akagera Game Lodge/ Ruzizi Tented Lodge
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, & Dinner
Begin the day with an early morning game drive, then head back to Kigali for lunch. After lunch, continue east to Volcanoes National Park – the mountainous region and gorilla territory. You will arrive at the lodge late afternoon and have time to freshen up before dinner. This is a long day of driving through the wonderful countryside. For a quicker alternative, a helicopter transfer can be arranged (weather permitting).
Accommodation Options
Midrange: Tiloreza Volcanoes Ecolodge/ Da Vinci Gorilla Lodge/ La Palme Hotel
Luxury: Bisate Lodge/One & Only Gorilla’s Nest/Singinta Kwintonda Lodge
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, & Dinner
Set off on an unforgettable trek through the jungle with a park ranger to track down mountain gorillas. Once you find a gorilla family, observe their intriguing social behaviors up close. Keep in mind that the trek’s duration and difficulty may vary depending on the gorillas’ location. Afterward, return to the lodge for lunch, followed by a visit to a nearby village to experience the rhythms of daily rural life.
Accommodation Options
Midrange: Tiloreza Volcanoes Ecolodge/ Da Vinci Gorilla Lodge/ La Palme Hotel
Luxury: Bisate Lodge/One & Only Gorilla’s Nest/Singinta Kwintonda Lodge
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, & Dinner
Return to Kigali, reflecting on all the incredible experiences of the past week, seeing the city in a new light. Today is your final opportunity to pick up souvenirs that will help you hold onto these memories once you’re back home. Visit Kimironko Market, where you’ll be amazed by the vibrant colors of everything from beans to bananas. Enjoy the lively fabric sellers, and within an hour, you’ll have custom-made clothing ready to take home.
Accommodation: Not Included
Meal Plan: Breakfast and Lunch
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