7 Days Gorilla, Bisoke Hiking And Columbus Monkey Safari (min 2 )

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7 days (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: German and 2 more

Known as the land of a thousand hills, Rwanda’s stunning scenery and warm, friendly people offer unique experiences in one of the most remarkable countries in the world. It is blessed with extraordinary biodiversity, with incredible wildlife living throughout its volcanoes, montane rainforest and sweeping plains.

What's Included

Park fees (for non-residents), Gorilla permits (one per person, non-resident).
All Taxes/VAT, Roundtrip airport transfer, Meals (as specified in the day-by-day section).
All Fees and Taxes
All transportation (unless labeled as optional).
Chimp permits (one per person, non-resident), All activities (unless labeled as optional).
Lunch (Optional[6])
Lunch
Dinner (Optional[6])
Dinner
Breakfast (Optional[6])
Breakfast
All accommodation (unless listed as upgrade), A professional driver/guide.
International flights (from/to home), Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour.
Tips (No tip expected), Personal items (souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees, etc.)
Government imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees.
Some meals (as specified in the day-by-day) and Drinks

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

WE WILL PICK YOU UP FROM KIGALI INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT

OR
Meeting point

within Kigali town

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 7 days (approximately)
    Day 1

    Arrival at Kigali International Airport

    1 stop
  • 1

    You will be met by our Tours and Travel driver/guide at the Kigali International airport – meets and greeting, comment on the safari then Driving and Overnight at the hotel Muhabura (here for your wish you can choose to sleep in Kigali depending on Time arrived at the airport)

    • Day 2

    Kigali – Nyungwe

    1 stop
  • 2
    Nyungwe National Park - Rwanda

    An early morning breakfast is followed by a drive to Nyungwe forest. On the way visit Nyanza King’s Palace, the National Museum of Butare and the genocide memorial of Murambi. Nyanza was the headquarters of the ancient Rwanda Kingdom before the arrival of the Europeans. The compound has the modern palace constructed by King Mutara in 1934. It is tastefully decorated with the traditional mats and utensils. The Butare Museum is reputed to be the best ethnographical Museum in East Africa. It is the home of the national ballet-Intore dancers. Have lunch at Butare and proceed to Murambi genocide memorial. Overnight at the hotel.

    5 hours • Admission ticket included
    • Day 3

    Hiking, trekking, Colobus trails of Nyungwe

    1 stop
  • 3
    Nyungwe National Park - Rwanda

    After breakfast enter Nyungwe forest to track the Nyungwe Columbus monkey. A walk in the forest is a whole learning experience conducted by knowledgeable guides well versed in botany, ornithology and interspecies relationship in this forest. Thereafter, return to your Guest house for lunch. Overnight at the hotel.

    5 hours • Admission ticket included
    • Day 4

    Nyungwe – Kibuye

    1 stop
  • 4
    Visit Lake Kivu Boat tour & Adventure

    After breakfast, enter Nyungwe forest (06:00) to track the chimpanzee. Thereafter return to the Guest House for lunch followed by a drive to Kibuye. Overnight at the hotel.

    1 hour • Admission ticket included
    • Day 5

    Kibuye-Gisenyi-Ruhengeri–Kinigi

    1 stop
  • 5
    Iby'iwacu Cultural Village

    Distance 213 Km per 6 Hrs. driving time – After breakfast, drive to Gisenyi and finally to Kinigi. The drive Kibuye-Gisenyi is via the most beautiful providing spectacular views of the tea growing country of Gisovu and Kayove. Brief stops are provided for photography. A four hours drive takes to Gisenyi for lunch and a brief city tour. There after drive for two hours to Ruhengeri and finally Kinigi the base of gorilla tracking. Overnight at the hotel

    5 hours • Admission ticket included
    • Day 6

    Gorillas in the mist

    1 stop
  • 6
    Iby'iwacu Cultural Village

    Breakfast is allowed early morning followed by a drive to Kinigi park headquarters for group, guide allocation and briefing. This is followed by a drive to the trailheads where hiking and trekking up the hills to the bamboo zone begins. Hiking, trekking and tracking gorillas may take 2-4 hours. Sight and stay with the Gorillas for one hour. Descend to your hotel for lunch. Afternoon leisure or on a tour of the area, visit lakes Burera and Ruhondo. Overnight at the hotel.

    5 hours • Admission ticket included
    • Day 7

    Bisoke hiking Ruhengeri – Kigali

    1 stop
  • 7
    Volcanoes National Park

    After breakfast, trek the mountains for another memorable experience with the Volcano. Return to the base hotel for lunch. In the afternoon drive to the airport for your home flight Driving distance: 2hrs. Activities: end of Service

    3 hours • Admission ticket included

Additional info

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Supplied by Diani Travel and Tours

Tags

Nature and Wildlife Tours
Multi-day Tours
Bus Tours
Private and Luxury
Private Sightseeing Tours
Sustainable Tours
Safaris
Eco Tours
Classic Car Tours
Adventure Tours
DSA non-compliant
Zombie
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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