Rwanda’s cultural experience & gorilla trekking (incl. permit)
6 days culture & gorilla trekking
A wonderful combination of a cultural experience and gorilla trekking!
This safari is suitable for everyone. All our trips are tailor-made with a lot of passion and specialist knowledge of the country. Do you want to change something? Tell us your wishes and we will create a travel program that fully meets your expectations.
$3,665 p.p. based on 2 adults – traveling in low season
Day 1
Arrival in Kigali
Morning/Afternooon
After a long flight you will be met by our guide/driver to check in at the hotel. A quiet first day of the trip to start your safari through beautiful Rwanda well rested.
Accommodation
Haven Boutique Hotel (bed & breakfast)
Day 2
Kigali to musanze
Morning/Afternoon
After breakfast, enjoy a guided city tour of Kigali. Visit the Kigali genocide memorial site, the Rwanda Art museum and get to know the city that is busy developing and of course the history that this country carries with it.
Afternoon
In the afternoon, take a drive to Musanze, a beautiful town and the gateway for gorilla trekking.
Accommodation
5 Volcanoes Boutique Hotel (full board)
Day 3
Gorilla trekking in Volcanoes National Park
Morning/Afternoon
After a full briefing, it's time to find the gorillas. The hike to get to the gorillas varies and takes between 2 and 6 hours.
Once with the gorillas, there is an hour to watch them play, rest and observe the division of roles in the family. At the end of the day, return to the hotel to rest from this impressive experience.
Once with the gorillas, there is an hour to watch them play, rest and observe the division of roles in the family. At the end of the day, return to the hotel to rest from this impressive experience.
Accommodation
5 Volcanoes Boutique Hotel (full board)
Day 4
Musanze to Red Rocks village
Ochtend/Middag
In the morning you will go on a beautiful canoe trip on the river Mukunga located in the foothills of the Virunga volcanoes. Sail among the otters and spot the many different bird species that live here.
Afternoon
In the afternoon, take a drive to Red Rocks cultural village.
Accommodation
Red Rocks in an En-suite room (full board)
Day 5
Red Rocks cultural village – Kigali
Morning/Afternoon
The Red Rocks is an ecological initiative where it revolves around the local population. There is a strong focus on community and conservation programs by offering various activities.
Optionally, you can choose to participate in various activities, such as gardening, making banana beer or preparing local food.
Drive back to Kigali in the late afternoon.
Optionally, you can choose to participate in various activities, such as gardening, making banana beer or preparing local food.
Drive back to Kigali in the late afternoon.
Accommodation
Haven Boutique Hotel (full board)
Day 6
Flight home
Morning/Afternoon
The last day of the journey has arrived. It's time to pack up and check out of the hotel. Drive to Rwanda International Airport for your connecting flight back home.
Includes
- Private game drives with an experienced driver & guide
- Accommodation and meals as mentioned in the itinerary
- All game drives in semi-open 4WD safari L / Cruiser
- All park and conservancy fees
- Airport transfers to/from Kigali
- Inclusive Gorilla permit (from 15 years and above only)
- Water during the safari, please bring your own water bottle
Excludes
- Flights to and from Rwanda
- Medical and travel insurance (compulsory)
- Entry visa for Rwanda
- Gratuities (recommended)
- Optional activities/excursions
- All alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks
- All other items of personal nature