8-Day Rwanda& Burundi: Primates, Big Five And Cultural Experience

What's Included

Meeting and pickup

Itinerary

Day 1
Kigali City Tour & Transfer to Volcanoes National Park
1 stop
1
Kigali Genocide Memorial
After your breakfast at your hotel, embark on a Kigali City Tour, visit Kigali Genocide Memorial, A solemn and moving site dedicated to the victims of the 1994 Rwandan genocide. Visitors gain insight into Rwanda’s tragic history and its journey of reconciliation and recovery. Belgian Peacekeepers Memorial: A tribute to Belgian soldiers who lost their lives during the Rwandan crisis, highlighting Rwanda’s history of international involvement in peacekeeping. After the city tour, enjoy a scenic drive to Volcanoes National Park, a lush area in northern Rwanda famous for its volcanic landscapes and primate trekking.
2 hours • Admission ticket free
Day 2
Golden Monkey Tracking & Transfer to Nyungwe Forest National Park
1 stop
2
Volcanoes National Park
Early morning trek in Volcanoes National Park to observe the endangered golden monkeys in their natural habitat. The trek offers spectacular views of the Virunga volcanic mountains and the chance to see playful, colorful monkeys. After the trek, drive approximately 4 hours to Nyungwe Forest National Park, a vast rainforest known for its biodiversity, including chimpanzees, colobus monkeys, and hundreds of bird species.
5 hours • Admission ticket included
Day 3
Chimpanzee Tracking & Canopy Walk in Nyungwe Forest
1 stop
3
Nyungwe National Park - Rwanda
Embark on a morning trek in Nyungwe to observe chimpanzees in their natural environment. The forest offers a thrilling experience with lush vegetation and diverse wildlife. In the afternoon, experience Nyungwe’s famous canopy walk—a 90-meter-long suspension bridge above the forest floor, offering stunning aerial views of the rainforest and its wildlife.
6 hours • Admission ticket included
Day 4
Transfer to Akagera National Park
1 stop
4
Travel east towards Akagera National Park, approximately a 6-hour drive. Enjoy scenic views of Rwanda’s rolling hills and savannah landscapes along the way.
6 hours • Admission ticket included
Day 5
Full-Day Game Drive in Akagera National Park
1 stop
5
Akagera National Park
Spend the full day exploring Akagera, a savannah and wetland park home to the Big Five (lion, leopard, elephant, buffalo, rhino) and abundant birdlife. Enjoy boat safaris on Lake Ihema for hippos and crocodiles, and spot giraffes, zebras, and antelopes across the savannah.
6 hours • Admission ticket included
Day 6
Transfer to Gitega, Burundi via Tanzania
1 stop
6
Gitega
Depart Rwanda and drive to Gitega, Burundi, crossing two borders (Rwanda-Tanzania, Tanzania-Burundi), approximately 8 hours including border formalities. Enjoy scenic landscapes along the way, including Tanzanian countryside.
6 hours • Admission ticket free
Day 7
Gishora Drum Sanctuary & Batwa Cultural Experience
1 stop
7
Gishora Drum Sanctuary
Visit this historic site to witness traditional Burundian drumming, a UNESCO-recognized cultural heritage that plays an important role in Burundi’s history and ceremonies. Engage with the Batwa community to learn about their traditional forest-based lifestyle, crafts, and cultural practices. This is an immersive cultural experience offering insight into one of Burundi’s indigenous groups. After the experiences, drive to Bujumbura, the largest city and former capital of Burundi.
2 hours • Admission ticket included
Day 8
Bujumbura City Tour & Departure
1 stop
8
Bujumbura
Explore the city’s highlights including markets, the lively waterfront, and local cultural sites. Transfer to Bujumbura Airport for onward travel.
2 hours • Admission ticket free

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• Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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