Embark on a thrilling 6-day adventure in Rwanda, exploring its rich biodiversity and stunning landscapes. This tour combines the excitement of gorilla trekking in Volcanoes National Park with the thrill of chimpanzee tracking in Nyungwe Forest National Park. Experience close encounters with these magnificent primates in their natural habitats, all while enjoying the breathtaking scenery and vibrant culture of Rwanda. This journey promises to be an unforgettable experience, offering you a deep connection with nature and wildlife. Request a Quote
Itinerary summary
DAY 1: ARRIVE IN KIGALI
DAY 2: TRANSFER TO NYUNGWE NATIONAL PARK
DAY 3: CHIMPANZEE TREKKING AND CANOPY WALK
DAY 4: TRANSFER TO VOLCANOES NATIONAL PARK WITH EN ROUTE BOAT ON LAKE KIVU
DAY 5: GORILLA TREKKING AND TRANSFER BACK TO KIGALI
DAY 6: GOLDEN MONKEY TREK AND TRANSFER TO THE AIRPORT FOR DEPARTURE
Detailed Itinerary.
Day 1: ARRIVE IN KIGALI
Upon your arrival in Kigali international airport, you will meet your safaris driver guide, then you will be transferred to the hotel for dinner and an overnight stay. Rwanda’s capital and biggest city stretches across undulating lush hills surrounded by towering mountains, the largest of which is Mount Kigali, rising 1850 meters above sea level. Kigali is said to be one of the most attractive cities in Africa and is definitely worth a visit.
Accommodation: Mille Colline Hotel
Meals: Dinner
Day 2: TRANSFER TO NYUNGWE NATIONAL PARK
Meet your guide after breakfast at the hotel. Visit Kigali Genocide memorial center, then Transfer to Nyungwe National Park with a stop at the King’s Palace Museum to learn more about Rwandan culture. Enjoy lunch en route and arrive at the national park to relax at your hotel, awaiting dinner and an overnight stay.
Accommodation: Maravilla Kivu Resort
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 3: CHIMPANZEE TREKKING AND CANOPY WALK
Today, after enjoying your early morning African coffee, leave your hotel to explore the natural forest of Nyungwe, known for hosting 13 primate species. Transfer to the park for a briefing before embarking on a chimpanzee trek. You’ll have an hour to observe them. After finishing the chimpanzee trek, have lunch, then proceed to the Canopy Walk, where you can enjoy a magnificent view of the park from the suspended metal walkway at 60 meters height. Afterward, return to your hotel for dinner and an overnight stay.
Accommodation: Maravilla Kivu Resort
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 4: TRANSFER TO VOLCANOES NATIONAL PARK WITH ENROUTE BOAT ON LAKE KIVU
Enjoy a leisurely breakfast at your accommodation, then embark on your journey to Volcanoes National Park. Located in northwest Rwanda, this park shares its borders with Virunga National Park in the Democratic Republic of Congo and Mgahinga Gorilla National Park in Uganda. During your journey, make a stop at Lake Kivu for a captivating boat excursion, allowing you to explore different islands on the lake. Continue your journey to Volcanoes National Park, promising a visually stunning experience as you pass through picturesque villages and lush, green countryside. Although the journey may be relatively long, it promises to be a visually striking experience. With a full day ahead of you, you’ll eventually arrive at your accommodation, where you can check in and relax. Later, enjoy a delicious dinner and prepare for your overnight stay.
Accommodation: Ingagi Parkview Lodge
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 5: GORILLA TREKKING AND TRANSFER BACK TO KIGALI
In the morning, after breakfast, head to the Volcanoes National Park office in Ruhengeri. Upon arrival at the park headquarters, you will receive a briefing on the rules to follow and not follow while enjoying park tea. Then, transfer to the starting point of your gorilla trekking safari. Gorilla trekking in Volcanoes National Park can last more than 3 hours, and once you find them, spend an hour observing them play and feed their young. Return to the hotel for lunch, and after lunch transfer back to Kigali.
Accommodation: Ingagi Parkview Lodge
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 6: GOLDEN MONKEY TREK AND TRANSFER TO THE AIRPORT FOR DEPARTURE
Today after your early morning breakfast, at 6:30 am, you will drive to the park’s headquarters with your packed snacks in Office of Tourism in Kinigi where you are briefed by the ranger about the rules and regulations governing golden monkey tracking before you head off to the jungle in search for these shy lovely primates. The golden monkey trek can last from an hour to six hours just like gorilla trekking, however not much hectic as the gorilla trekking, though the trek is strenuous but much rewarding at the end. You will be given an hour with the golden monkey to take as many pictures of your choice and later return from your trek, head for lunch at the lodge, after breakfast, transfer to the airport for your departure flight. ( Evening flight advised)
Meals: Breakfast and Lunch
What is included in the 6 Days Gorilla and Chimpanzee Trekking in Rwanda Adventure?
Items that are included in the cost of tour price. Request a Quote
- 4×4 safari vehicle transportation
- 1 Gorilla permit per person
- Accommodation and meals
- Canopy walk
- Chimpanzee trekking
- 1 gorilla trekking permit
- Services of a French-speaking guide/driver
- Mineral water during the safari
- All activities specified in the program
What is not included in this tour?
Items that are not included in the cost of 6 Days Gorilla and Chimpanzee Trekking in Rwanda Adventure are as follows:
- Personal items
- Visa for Rwanda
- Alcoholic beverages