7 Days Tracking Gorilla in Rwanda

Get the most of Rwanda wealth of wildlife with a day of chimpanzee trekking, a day with a mountain gorilla, another day with the golden monkeys, two days in Akagera National Park and many more.

This seven day itinerary packs in very exciting and memorable wildlife experiences you will have and complements them with some fascinating cultural experience as well.

DEPARTURE/RETURN LOCATION

Kigali Akagera Volcanoes National Park Gorilla Trekking Lake Volcanoes Lake Kivu Nyungwe Kigali

DEPARTURE TIME

A prompt departure at 6:30 AM.

RETURN TIME

Approximately 4:00 to 6:30 PM.

SAFARI TYPE/STYLE

Private Safari/Mid range/Tented camp/Camping (budget). Kindly confirm this with our safari specialist

WEAR

Comfortable clothing

INCLUDED

English Speaking Driver/Guide

Safari vehicle with pop up roof

Transportation In 4×4 Vehicle

3 Meals a day

Entrance fees

Government charges

NOT INCLUDED

Gratuities

Tips

Drinks

Any personal items of nature

Day 1: Kigali - Akagera National Park

Soon after breakfast begin your drive to nearby Akagera Nationa Park.

While Akagera does not gloat the sheer volume of animals you mught find in the Serengeti or Maasai Mara, Akagera is the only safari park can still gloat for four of the Big Five and plenty of possibilities to spot animals while in the wild.

You will start the adventure of your life by cruising with a boat on Lake Ihema to see hippos, crocodile and various birds. After boat cruise excursion, later in the afternoon you will proceed with a game drive in search of elephants, antelope, giraffes, zebras, leopards, primates, buffaloes, and the park's latest addition – a pride of lions.

Dinner and overnight to the type of accommodation option you requested.

MEALS

FB - Dinner, Bed, Breakfast and Lunch


Day 2: Akagera National Park

After a lavish breakfast you will start a sunrise game drive on the Akagera National Park's savannah. You will get excited to see predators in actions while the sun rays cast a golden illumination over the plains, which is hard to forget.

In the afternoon you will have picnic lunch and dine out amongst the animals to maximize your time in the park. Throughout the course of the day you'll see vast herds of buffalo and zebras as you head north.

Again dinner and overnight will be in hotel of your choice inside the park.

MEALS

FB - Dinner, Bed, Breakfast and Lunch


Day 3: Akagera National Park - Kigali - Volcanoes National Park

Wake up early in the morning and have a breakfast and start your scenic drive between Akagera and Volcanoes National Park. Upon arriving in Kigali, you will make a stop for doing day trip excursion and get to visit places like Natural History Museum, the haunting Genocide Memorial, and bustling local craft market.

Later in the afternoon enjoy your lunch at the historic Mille Collines Hotel, also known as 'Hotel Rwanda'. After lunch, you will proceed to Volcanoes National Park to overnight in Musanze, which is Rwanda's second largest city.

MEALS

FB - Dinner, Bed, Breakfast and Lunch


Day 4: Gorilla Trekking

Get your breakfast at the hotel you, proceed directly to the Volcanoes National Parks offices where you will meet your guides, after the briefing, you will commence the once in a lifetime experience of tracking the enigmatic mountain gorillas.

This tracking experience could take two to six hours of trekking through the mountain forest at relatively high altitudes, and there is no guarantee how long or how difficult your tracking experience will be since it depends where gorilla’s family is and the weather condition. One thing for sure is fitness is recommended for all wish to undertake the excursion.

The most memorable experience you are likely to encounter is when you get close contact with the gorillas when you get to find them and understand their family dynamics and getting to learn a bit about each gorilla’s distinct personality in their calm environment.

MEALS

FB - Dinner, Bed, Breakfast and Lunch


Day 5: Lake Volcanoes - Lake Kivu

When you crave for more monkeys, as you will love spend this morning with the playful and fearless golden monkeys who call the park home. While here you will get to observe these acrobatic individuals as they go about their daily lives unbothered by your presence.

After lunch, you'll drive down to to Korongi on the shores of Lake Kivu to overnight.

MEALS

FB - Dinner, Bed, Breakfast and Lunch


Day 6: Lake Kivu - Nyungwe National Park

Today you will continue your journey towards the Nyungwe Forest National Park, enjoy one of the world's most scenic drives as you cruise through hills and valleys along the shores of Lake Kivu.

While on the way, you will stop off in Nyungwe Forest National Park for your choice of afternoon activities such as a canopy walk, guided hikes, or a waterfall walk.

You'll then overnight in town ahead of tomorrow's chimpanzee trekking experience.

MEALS

FB - Dinner, Bed, Breakfast and Lunch


Day 7: Chimpanzee Trekking - Kigali

After early breakfast, take a packed lunch with you as you start your exploration for Rwanda's enigmatic and endangered chimpanzee population. Rwanda is estimated to have 400 chimpanzees in the country, there is no guarantee you will see chimps during four day's hike.

Your guide will do whatever it takes to get you a glimpse of our closest relatives in the animal kingdom. In the afternoon, you'll make the drive back to Kigali. Along the way, you may have time to visit the National Museum in Butare or the former King's Palace in Nyanza

You'll then overnight in town ahead of tomorrow's chimpanzee trekking experience.

MEALS

FB - Dinner, Bed, Breakfast and Lunch

END OF SAFARI

The Above Trip Includes

When selecting your accommodation for your itinerary, it's important to bear in mind that the type of accommodation you choose can have a substantial impact on the overall cost of your trip. It will also determine whether your itinerary falls into the budget, medium, or luxury category. We recommend that you consult with our safari expert to identify the accommodation options that best align with your budget and requirements.

Meals

Full Board: Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner

Transport

4x4 Landcruiser with Pop-up roof

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