6 Day Rwanda Botswana safari
This 6 Day Rwanda Botswana safari is an exceptional adventure blending gorilla trekking in misty mountains with Delta sunsets. From cultural insights in Kigali to Big Five encounters in Moremi, this Rwanda Botswana safari spans two worlds of adventure and wonder. Wrap up with champagne toasts, tigerfish tales, and memories that echo across forest and floodplain.
Travel on an extraordinary Rwanda Botswana safari, a seamless fusion of East and Southern Africa’s most captivating experiences. This 6-day adventure begins in Rwanda’s capital, Kigali, where vibrant culture and moving history awaken your senses. Dive into local traditions before transfering to Volcanoes National Park for an awe-inspiring expereince with mountain gorillas and a tranquil canoe ride on the Twin Lakes. The safari then shifts to Botswana’s legendary Okavango Delta, where sunsets over floodplains and luxury lodges set the stage for wild elegance. In Moremi Game Reserve, spot the Big Five in their natural habitat, guided by experts who bring each sighting to life. You’ll explore the Delta further with unique experiences like tigerfish angling and mokoro excursions through papyrus-lined channels. As your Rwanda Botswana safari draws to a close, toast your final game drive with champagne at sunrise a fitting farewell to a journey rich in culture, wildlife, and breathtaking landscapes. This isn’t just a safari it’s a cross-continental celebration of Africa’s soul and spectacle
Tour highlights
Day 1: Arrival in Kigali for Cultural Experience
Day 2: Gorilla Trekking in Volcanoes With Canoeing at Twin Lakes
Day 3: Transfer to Botswana Okavango for Sundowners
Day 4: Big Five Safari in Moremi
Day 5: Exclusive Delta Experiences with Fishing for Tigerfish
Day 6: Final Game Drive with Champagne Toast and Departure
Price Includes:
- Gorilla tracking permit
- Park fees for all locations visited
- All activities mentioned in the itinerary
- Ground transport in custom 4x4 safari vehicle
- Bottled water during all transfers and game drives
- Full board accommodation as specified in the itinerary
- Services of a professional English-speaking driver-guide
- Driver allowances and park entry fees
Price Excludes:
- Rwandan Visa (available online or on arrival)
- Tanzania visa (available online or on arrival)
- Tanzania Visa (available online or on arrival)
- International and internal flights
- Personal expenses and gratuitie
- Optional activities not mentioned in the itinerary
- Laundry services
- Travel and medical insurance
- Alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages
- Tips for staff and guides
Itinary in details
- Day1Arrival in Kigali for Cultural Experience
Begin your Rwanda Botswana safari with a warm welcome in Kigali, Rwanda’s clean and vibrant capital. After settling into your hotel, embark on a cultural discovery tour through iconic sites such as the Kigali Genocide Memorial, local art galleries, and colorful craft centers. Engage with traditional Rwandan music and dance, absorbing the city’s creative heartbeat. A sunset dinner in a garden restaurant caps off your first evening with elegance and authenticity. From your first step, the Rwanda Botswana safari introduces you to the soul of Rwanda a place where history, resilience, and culture converge beautifully
- Day2Gorilla Trekking in Volcanoes With Canoeing at Twin Lakes
Today, the Rwanda Botswana safari takes a breathtaking turn as you venture into Volcanoes National Park for gorilla trekking. Hike through mist-draped forest guided by expert trackers and encounter these majestic primates in their natural habitat. Few experiences compare to the intimate, silent awe of locking eyes with a mountain gorilla. After this incredible morning, enjoy a relaxed canoeing excursion on the tranquil Twin Lakes Burera and Ruhondo offering serene views and rich birdlife. This day in your Rwanda Botswana safari blends adventure, nature, and quiet reflection in spectacular harmony
- Day3Transfer to Botswana Okavango for Sundowners
Bid Rwanda goodbye and let your Rwanda Botswana safari sweep you into Botswana’s iconic Okavango Delta via international flight and light aircraft transfer. Arrive at a luxurious safari camp nestled within this UNESCO World Heritage Site just in time for sunset. Sip sundowners on a raised deck as elephants meander by and golden skies reflect in floodplain waters. The transition marks a stunning geographical and sensory shift in your Rwanda Botswana safari, immersing you in Botswana’s untamed elegance and rhythmic wilderness pulse
- Day4Big Five Safari in Moremi
Wake to birdsong and go for an adventurous game drive in the Moremi Game Reserve, one of Africa’s top wildlife destinations. Your Rwanda Botswana safari now leads you into lion territory, where leopards lounge in trees and buffalo roam freely. Expert guides track rhinos and elephants with uncanny skill, revealing the deep biodiversity of the Delta. Midday finds you enjoying lunch in the bush beneath towering trees, followed by an afternoon spotting hippos and wild dogs. This portion of your Rwanda Botswana safari is pure adrenaline, blending raw beauty and ecological wonder
- Day5Exclusive Delta Experiences with Fishing for Tigerfish
Today, your Rwanda Botswana safari dives into the aquatic soul of the Okavango with exclusive experiences designed for relaxation and thrill. Glide through papyrus-lined channels in a traditional mokoro canoe, catching glimpses of kingfishers and crocodiles. Then, try your hand at fishing for the elusive tigerfish known for their fierce fight and dazzling stripes. Your local guide shares tips, stories, and a riverside picnic. From the meditative silence of the wetlands to the joy of the catch, this day in your Rwanda Botswana safari celebrates the quieter, equally captivating sides of safari life
- Day6Final Game Drive with Champagne Toast and Departure
Your Rwanda Botswana safari culminates with a dawn game drive across the shimmering Delta, catching the last glimpses of grazing antelopes and prowling predators. As the sunlight pierces early mist, toast to your extraordinary journey with champagne at a scenic lookout. Reflect on the awe-filled days from gorilla trekking and cultural connections to Delta dreams and wild encounters. This final chapter in your Rwanda Botswana safari sends you home not only with photos and stories but with a rekindled sense of adventure, harmony, and global discovery