6 Days Safari to Rwanda Gorillas, Chimps and Golden Monkeys
This 6-Day Safari to Rwanda includes Gorillas, Chimpanzees, and golden monkeys. It has been designed to bring you all the highlights of this beautiful country with a rich history. It includes the best highlights of Rwanda, and you will depart from and return to Kigali.
Your Safari to Rwanda traverses through diverse ecosystems, from the vibrant capital of Kigali to the pristine wilderness areas of Volcanoes National Park that shelter mountain gorillas, Nyungwe National Park chimpanzees, and golden monkeys. Expert guides and trackers ensure intimate wildlife encounters while sharing their deep knowledge of Rwanda's rich natural heritage.
This carefully crafted Safari to Rwanda provides luxurious accommodations at carefully selected lodges, each offering unique perspectives of the country's stunning landscapes. The journey combines wildlife experiences with cultural encounters, comprehensively exploring Rwanda's natural and cultural treasures
Tour highlights
Intimate gorilla tracking experience in Volcanoes National Park
Chimpanzee tracking in ancient Nyungwe Forest
Golden monkey tracking in the bamboo forests
Cultural Immersion at Iby'iwacu Cultural Village
Luxury accommodation with stunning volcano views
Expert naturalist guides throughout the journey
Optional canopy walkway experience
Visit to the moving Kigali Genocide Memorial
Price Includes:
- Gorilla tracking permit
- Chimpanzee tracking permit
- Golden monkey tracking permit
- All national park entrance fees
- All mentioned activities
- Ground transportation in 4x4 safari vehicle
- Bottled water during activities
- Full board accommodation
- English-speaking professional guide
- Driver allowances
- All mentioned activities (excluding optional ones)
Price Excludes:
- Rwanda entry visa
- International and domestic flights
- Personal expenses
- Optional Activities
- Laundry services
- Gratuities for guides and staff
- Travel Insurance
- Beverages beyond provided water
- Tips for staff and drivers
Itinary in details
- Day1Airport Pick-up
Your Safari to Rwanda begins with your arrival at Kigali International Airport, where you'll meet your expert guide. This Safari to Rwanda experience includes an optional exploration of Kigali's vibrant craft markets, known locally as "Caplaki." Your afternoon Safari to Rwanda activities can include visits to local art galleries and cultural centers, all within a 15-minute drive from the city center.
- Day2Transfer to Nyungwe Forest
Your Safari to Rwanda continues with a scenic 5-hour drive to Nyungwe Forest, locally known as "Ishyamba rya Nyungwe." This Safari to Rwanda journey takes you through Rwanda's rolling hills and tea plantations, with stops at cultural points of interest. Your afternoon Safari to Rwanda experience includes settling into Nyungwe Forest Lodge, positioned perfectly for tomorrow's primate adventure.
- Day3Chimpanzee Tracking in Nyungwe Forest
The Safari to Rwanda adventure begins early with a 4:30 AM start for chimpanzee tracking in Cyamudongo section. Your Safari to Rwanda guide leads you through ancient forest trails, tracking one of the 80 resident chimpanzees. The afternoon Safari to Rwanda activity offers an optional canopy walk 60 meters above the forest floor, providing unique perspectives of the biodiversity below.
- Day4Transfer to Volcanoes National Park
Today's Safari to Rwanda takes you on a 6-hour journey to Musanze, gateway to the Virunga volcanoes. This Safari to Rwanda route passes through the "Land of a Thousand Hills," offering spectacular views of terraced hillsides. Your evening Safari to Rwanda experience includes arrival at your lodge near Volcanoes National Park, locally known as "Parc National des Volcans."
- Day5Gorilla Tracking and Cultural Tour
The highlight of your Safari to Rwanda begins with early morning gorilla tracking in Volcanoes National Park. Your Safari to Rwanda experience includes tracking one of the 12 habituated gorilla families through bamboo forests. The afternoon Safari to Rwanda activity features a visit to Iby'iwacu Cultural Village, showcasing local traditions and conservation efforts.
- Day6Golden Monkey Tracking and Departure
Your final Safari to Rwanda day starts with golden monkey tracking in the bamboo zone of Volcanoes National Park. This Safari to Rwanda morning activity typically takes 2-4 hours, tracking these rare primates. Your memorable Safari to Rwanda concludes with a 2.5-hour drive back to Kigali, including an optional visit to the Genocide Memorial before your departure.