6 Day itinerary in Rwanda, Africa
On this trip, you will visit the spectacular mountain gorillas on the slope of Virunga, chimpanzees and canopy walk in Nyungwe and kayak on the blue waters of Lake Kivu.
By Ninah, Steve and Olivier
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GUIDANCE
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Visit markets
Meet local people
Hiking
Kayak & Canoe
Rafting
Culture & History
Cycling
Nature & Wildlife
Water & Coastline
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Canopy walkway/ Nature walk
Mountain Gorilla Trekking
Kayaking/ Hiking
Chimpanzee Trekking/ Waterfall hike
Canopy walkway/ Nature walk
Mountain Gorilla Trekking
Kayaking/ Hiking
Chimpanzee Trekking/ Waterfall hike
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Arrival - Kigali sightseeing tour
Meeting you at your hotel (or another agreed location in Central Kigali), your guide will take you on an insightful tour to see some of Kigali's fascinating history, culture, art and markets. We optionally finish at the Kigali Genocide Memorial, which is a very poignant and moving experience, you will have your lunch and in the afternoon, drive to Musanze where Volcanoes National Park is located. Dinner and your overnight stay are at Tiloreza Volcanoes Ecolodge.
Guide: Included for the day
Meals: Lunch, Dinner
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Mountain Gorilla Trekking
On arrival, everyone will be split into groups of up to 8 people—and maybe joined by other tourists—before being allocated a ranger. You will then drive a short distance to the start of the trail, from where you will trek in the forest for around 1-3 hours or so to meet the gorillas. When you find them, the hour you spend with these incredible primates is a true lifetime experience that you will never forget. Once you have returned to the headquarters, head back to your hotel for a celebration lunch, followed by an afternoon transfer to Gisenyi at Lake Kivu. Your overnight stay is at Paradise Kivu.
Guide: Included for the day
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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Boat Ride to Cyimbili - Coffee Tour
On this morning, you will be taken by a motorboat on one of Africa's Great Lakes. The motorboat will take you to Cyimbili for the coffee tour. This fascinating tour of a thriving, coffee washing station brings to life the entire process of harvesting, washing, roasting, grinding and preparing some of the best coffee in Rwanda—and the world. Enjoy your lunch and then onward to the short hike on Munini (Napoleon) Island. Hike to the summit of Munini, popularly known as Napoleon Island. Overnight is at Cormoran Lodge.
Guide: Included for the day
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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Kayaking on Lake Kivu
Explore Lake Kivu on a peaceful kayaking journey along the shores of one of Africa’s great lakes. You will paddle a modern sea kayak or sit-on-top to dip into inlets and across bays as you soak up the spectacular scenery, meet the fishermen, see local fish farms and optionally visit the hot springs. Lunch is followed by the transfer to Nyungwe National Park. Dinner and your overnight stay are at Nyungwe Top View Hill Hotel.
Guide: Included for the day
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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Chimpanzee Tracking and Waterfall Hike
Early this morning, you will transfer to the forest for chimpanzee tracking. This is a wonderful wildlife encounter! And if you're into birds, make sure to ask your guides to point out the species that you may find on the trails, which if you're really lucky may include the rather impressive blue turaco, in the afternoon you will do a waterfall hike! Dinner and your overnight stay are at Nyungwe Top View Hill Hotel.
Guide: Included for the day
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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Canopy Walkway
Accessible from the Uwinka Visitor Centre, a Forest Ranger will lead your walk through the forest, The walk includes a 200 m-long canopy walkway that takes you high above the forest floor providing a unique platform for observing the forest. After the tour, drive back to Kigali and be dropped off at the airport. End of services.
Guide: Included for the day
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
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$4,581.00 USD