Overview
Immerse yourself in the wild heart of Rwanda on this 5-day adventure. Explore the diverse landscapes of Akagera National Park, home to a wide variety of wildlife, including lions, elephants, giraffes, and zebras. Go on a game drive, boat cruise, or birdwatching safari to see these animals in their natural habitat.
Arrive in Kigali, Rwanda, the capital city.
Transfer to Nyungwe Forest National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Check in to your lodge and relax after your long journey.
Enjoy a delicious dinner at the lodge restaurant.
The next day, you will be able to explore the park at your own pace. There are many hiking trails to choose from, as well as opportunities to go chimpanzee trekking, bird watching, and canopy walking.
Nyungwe Forest National Park is home to a wide variety of wildlife, including chimpanzees, gorillas, elephants, monkeys, and birds. You are sure to have an unforgettable experience in this beautiful and biodiverse part of the world.
After a hearty breakfast, we set off on our second day of adventure in Nyungwe Forest National Park. Our first stop was the Canopy Walk, a suspended walkway that offers stunning views of the forest canopy. We spent two hours walking along the walkway, stopping to admire the incredible diversity of plants and animals that live in the forest.
After lunch, we headed to the Chimpanzee Tracking Centre. We were assigned to a group of eight people and led by a park ranger into the forest. After a short hike, we came across a group of chimpanzees. We were able to observe them for about an hour as they went about their daily activities. It was an amazing experience to see these intelligent creatures up close.
We returned to the park headquarters in the late afternoon, exhausted but exhilarated by our day's activities. We had seen some of the most amazing things in the forest, and we were already looking forward to our next adventure.
After a leisurely breakfast, we said goodbye to our friends at Nyungwe Forest and set off on our journey to Volcanoes National Park. The drive took us through stunning countryside, with rolling hills, lush green forests, and snow-capped mountains in the distance.
We arrived at the park headquarters in the late morning and checked in to our lodge. After lunch, we met with our guide for a briefing on gorilla trekking. We learned about the dos and don'ts of gorilla trekking, as well as some interesting facts about these amazing creatures.
In the afternoon, we set off on our gorilla trek. The hike was challenging, but the views were incredible. We hiked through dense rainforest, up steep slopes, and across rushing rivers. After about two hours, we finally reached our destination: a group of gorillas!
We were able to spend an hour observing the gorillas as they went about their daily lives. We saw them eating, grooming, playing, and even napping. It was an unforgettable experience to see these magnificent creatures in their natural habitat.
We returned to the park headquarters in the late afternoon, exhausted but exhilarated. We had seen some of the most amazing things in the world, and we were already looking forward to our next adventure.
We woke up early and headed to the park headquarters for a briefing on gorilla trekking. After that, we set off on our trek, which took us through the dense rainforest. We were excited to see the gorillas, and after a two-hour hike, we finally found them! We spent an hour observing the gorillas as they went about their daily lives. It was an unforgettable experience to see these magnificent creatures in their natural habitat.
After breakfast, we said goodbye to Volcanoes National Park and set off on our journey back to Kigali. The drive took us through stunning countryside, with rolling hills, lush green forests, and snow-capped mountains in the distance.
We arrived in Kigali in the late afternoon and checked into our hotel. We spent the rest of the day relaxing and reflecting on our amazing trip.
What's Included
- Accommodation for 4 nights
- Transportation within Rwanda
- Professional tour guide
- Meals as specified in the itinerary
- Entrance fees to national parks and reserves
- Game drives and wildlife viewing activities
- Bottled water during the tour
- All taxes and service charges
What's Excluded
- International airfare
- Visa fees
- Travel insurance
- Personal expenses
- Tips and gratuities
- Additional activities not mentioned in the itinerary
- Extra meals and drinks
- Any other item not specifically mentioned as included
