7 Day Rwanda safaris and tours from Nyungwe, Lake Kivu to volcanoes
This 7 Day Rwanda safaris and tours take you through Nyungwe National Park, where you’ll track chimpanzees, experience the Canopy Walk, and explore Colobus Trails. At Lake Kivu, you’ll relax on its beaches, enjoy birdwatching on Napoleon Island, and take in wonderful lake views. The journey culminates at Volcanoes National Park, offering gorilla tracking experience and Bisoke Volcano hike before a Kigali city tour.
Rwanda safaris and tours offer a good combo of wildlife, culture, and breathtaking scenery, taking you from Kigali to Nyungwe National Park, where you’ll explore Nyanza King's Palace and track chimpanzees in the rainforest. Continuing to Lake Kivu, you’ll enjoy relaxation, birdwatching, and scenic views before traveling through Gisenyi and Ruhengeri, where tea plantations dot the landscape. In Kinigi, the highlight unfolds with gorilla tracking experience, followed by a Bisoke Volcano hike and a Kigali city tour, allowing you to reflect on Rwanda’s rich heritage before departure. This itinerary ensures an engaging, informative, and accessible travel experience, making the most of Rwanda safaris and tours. Let me know if you'd like refinements
Tour highlights
Day 1: Arrival at Kigali International Airport with a transfer your hotel
Day 2: Transfer from Kigali to Nyungwe National Park
Day 3: Hiking, Trekking, Colobus Trails of Nyungwe and Canopy Walk
Day 4: Transfer from Nyungwe to Kibuye
Day 5: Kibuye Gisenyi Ruhengeri Kinigi
Day 6: Gorilla trekking in the Mist
Day 7: Hiking Bisoke Volcano with a transfer to Kigali for departure
Price Includes:
- Gorilla tracking permit
- Chimpanzee permits
- 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)
- International and internal flights
- Personal expenses and gratuities
- 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 at Kigali International Airport with a transfer your hotel
Rwanda safaris and tours begin with your arrival at Kigali International Airport, where our Rwanda Safaris driver guide will greet you. Upon arrival, you'll meet, exchange pleasantries, and receive an overview of your safari. Rwanda safaris and tours prioritize a good start, ensuring you settle in comfortably at hotel in kigali, where you'll stay overnight. If opting for gorilla tracking, prepare for an early morning wake-up at 4 AM to reach the trekking site on time
- Day2Transfer from Kigali to Nyungwe National Park
Rwanda safaris and tours continue with an early breakfast, followed by a drive to Nyungwe National Park. Along the way, you'll visit Nyanza King's Palace, National Museum of Butare, and Nyanza the former seat of Rwanda’s monarchy. Rwanda safaris and tours emphasize cultural immersion, allowing you to experience the heritage of King Mutara’s Palace, adorned with traditional Rwandan mats and utensils.
- Day3Hiking, Trekking, Colobus Trails of Nyungwe and Canopy Walk
Today expect to see chimpanzees, Rwanda safaris and tours take you into Nyungwe Forest early in the morning, where you'll track chimpanzees and continue on a Canopy Walk. Rwanda safaris and tours offer unforgettable nature experiences, followed by a return to your hotel for lunch. Later, you'll drive towards Kibuye, passing near Lake Kivu with a breathtaking view of the Congo side. Your overnight stay will be at the hotel
- Day4Transfer from Nyungwe to Kibuye
Rwanda safaris and tours unfold at Kivu Beach, where you can unwind or indulge in birdwatching. Rwanda safaris and tours cater to nature lovers, with bird species inhabiting Napoleon Island inside Lake Kivu. After enjoying the serene lake setting, you'll have lunch before a brief Kibuye City Tour, eventually returning to your hotel for a relaxed evening
- Day5Kibuye Gisenyi Ruhengeri Kinigi
Rwanda safaris and tours transition to a drive spanning 213 km over six hours. Rwanda safaris and tours include breathtaking views of tea-growing regions in Gisovu and Kayove, with photography stops along the way. After a four-hour journey, you'll reach Gisenyi for lunch and a city tour before heading to Kinigi, the base for gorilla tracking. Your overnight stay will be at the hotel.
- Day6Gorilla trekking in the Mist
Today you will stand close to the gorillas, Rwanda safaris and tours bring you closer to mountain gorillas with an early morning briefing at Kinigi Park Headquarters. Rwanda safaris and tours highlight 2-4 hours of trekking through bamboo forests, leading to an unforgettable one-hour experience with gorillas. After descending, you'll return to your hotel for lunch. The afternoon is yours to explore Lakes Burera and Ruhondo or relax at leisure.
- Day7Hiking Bisoke Volcano with a transfer to Kigali for departure
Finalize your Rwanda safaris and tours with an invigorating Bisoke Volcano Hike after breakfast. Rwanda safaris and tours give travelers another chance to experience Rwanda's landscapes before returning to Kigali for a city tour, including a visit to the Genocide Memorial Centre at Gisozi. You'll have time to interact with local artisans and discover handcrafted souvenirs before transferring to Kigali Airport for departure.