Stay in luxury accommodations, such as the Kigali Marriott Hotel, The Bishop’s House, and One & Only Nyungwe House. Experience up-close encounters with Rwanda’s rich wildlife, including mountain gorillas, golden monkeys, and chimpanzees, while also enjoying visits to the Ellen DeGeneres Gorilla Fund Campus and the Ethnographic Museum for a cultural immersion.
Day 1: Arrive in Kigali | Kigali Marriott Hotel
Day 2: Volcanoes National Park | The Bishop’s House.
Day 3: Gorilla Trekking in Volcanoes National Park | The Bishop’s House
Day 4: Golden Monkey Trekking in Nyungwe Forest National Park | One & Only Nyungwe House
Day 5: Chimpanzee Trekking in Nyungwe Forest National Park | One & Only Nyungwe House
Day 6: Departure | Kigali International Airport
Arrive at Kigali International Airport, where you’ll be met by a driver guide and transferred to the Kigali Marriot Hotel. Afternoon spent with leisure at the hotel. Located near the Nyarugenge financial district and Kigali Convention Center, this 5-star hotel offers spacious rooms with modern amenities, complimentary Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool, and a relaxing spa.
Dinner at the hotel
Overnight at Kigali Marriott Hotel.
After breakfast at the hotel, visit the Kigali Genocide Memorial before taking a scenic drive to Musanze, the gateway to Volcanoes National Park. This bustling city, also known as Ruhengeri, offers cafes, bars, and restaurants, and is surrounded by attractions such as Mount Karisimbi, Musanze Caves, and the stunning twin lakes of Burera and Ruhondo.
Afternoon spent with leisure at the hotel.
Meals at the house.
Overnight at The Bishop’s House.
After an early breakfast, head to the Volcanoes National Park headquarters for a briefing before embarking on a 2-6 hour gorilla trek through the rainforest, depending on the gorilla group’s location. Spend an unforgettable hour with the gorillas before returning to The Bishop’s House for lunch. In the afternoon, visit the Ellen DeGeneres Campus of the Dian Fossey Gorilla Fund, a 12-acre conservation facility showcasing sustainable architecture and offering state-of-the-art labs, a scientific library, and educational programs to inspire gorilla conservation efforts.
Meals at the house.
Overnight at The Bishop’s House.
After an early breakfast, drive to the park headquarters for a briefing before embarking on a Golden Monkey trek, Spend one hour observing the monkeys in their natural habitat. Then, drive to Nyungwe Forest National Park with a lunch break at Gisenyi. Continue the journey to One & Only Nyungwe House for an overnight stay. This luxurious lodge, set on the edge of an ancient rainforest within a tea plantation, offers farm-to-table dining, wellness experiences, and immersive encounters with nature.
Dinner at the hotel
Overnight at One & Only Nyungwe House.
After an early breakfast, head to the park headquarters for a briefing before embarking on a chimpanzee trek in Nyungwe Forest. Return to the lodge for lunch and a short rest before enjoying an afternoon canopy walk, suspended above the lush forest for breathtaking views. Conclude the day with a special dinner in the tea plantation. Nyungwe Forest’s Cyamudongo Chimpanzee Trek offers a chance to observe chimpanzees in their natural environment, while the canopy walk provides a thrilling view of the ancient treetops and wildlife.
Meals at the hotel
Overnight at One & Only Nyungwe House.
After breakfast, spend the morning at leisure, relaxing at the hotel. Enjoy an early lunch before visiting the Ethnographic Museum in Huye, where you’ll explore one of Africa’s finest ethnographic collections showcasing Rwandan culture through historical, artistic, and archaeological exhibits. The Ethnographic Museum, built in 1987, offers seven galleries displaying artifacts with visual aids, providing a deep insight into Rwandan heritage and culture.
Later, transfer to Kigali International Airport for your evening departure flight.
• Meet and greet services on arrival at Kigali International Airport.
• Private airport transfers as indicated in the itinerary.
• Exclusive use of a private safari land cruiser 4×4 with WI-FI in receptive areas.
• Services of a professional English-speaking driver guide while on safari.
• Park and reserve entrance fees.
• 1 Gorilla permit per person (this includes briefing at RDB offices, guide, and trek – US$ 1500.-)
• 1 Golden Monkey permit per person (this includes briefing at RDB offices, guide, and trek – US$ 100.-
• 1 Chimp trek permit per person (this includes briefing at RDB offices, guide, trek
• Visit the Ellen DeGeneres Gorilla Fund Museum.
• Canopy walk permit
• Visit to ethnographic museum.
• 1-night accommodation at Kigali Marriott on Half board basis.
• 2-night accommodation at The Bishop’s House on Full board basis.
• 2-night accommodation at One & Only Nyungwe House on Full board basis.
• Flying Doctors temporary membership cover for emergency evacuation only.
• All government taxes and levies.
• International airfare and related taxes.
• Rwanda – To be applied and paid for online https://irembo.gov.rw/home/citizen/all_services.
• Meals not specified in the inclusions above.
• Items of a personal nature such as laundry, telecommunication bills, etc.
• Drinks.
• Travel, baggage, and medical insurance which is highly recommended.
• Tips and gratuities to hotel/camp staff, driver guides, etc.
• Any deviation from the main programme.
• Any other item(s) not specifically mentioned under inclusions above.
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