10 Days Rwanda Primates & Wildlife Safari
10 Days Rwanda Primates & Wildlife Safari covers Kigali, Akagera National Park, Nyungwe Forest National Park, Lake Kivu, Volcanoes National Park. This 10 days Rwanda primates & Wildlife safari features Kigali City tour, gorilla trekking in Volcanoes National park, chimpanzee tracking in Nyungwe forest National Park, game watching drives & boat on Lake Ihema, & Kayaking on Lake Kivu.
10 Days Rwanda Primates & Wildlife Safari
Day 1: Arrival in Kigali – Transfer to Kigali Marriott Hotel
Days 2-3: Akagera National Park
Day 4: Akagera to Kigali
Day 5 Nyungwe Forest National Park
Day 6: Nyungwe Forest National Park
Day 7: Nyungwe Forest National Park and Lake Kivu
Day 8: Lake Kivu
Day 9: Volcanoes National Park
Day 10: Volcanoes National Park
A Detailed 10 Days Rwanda Primates & Wildlife Safari
Day 1: Arrival in Kigali – Transfer to Kigali Marriott Hotel
Upon arrival at Kigali International Airport, a local representative will greet you and facilitate your transfer to the accommodation. Dedicate the day to relaxation prior to the trip or take the opportunity to discover Rwanda’s capital, established in 1907 as a German town.
Kigali Marriott Hotel – Standard Full Board
Days 2-3: Akagera National Park
In the morning, visit the Genocide Memorial in the city to gain insight into Rwanda’s painful past, spanning from the pre-colonial period to the catastrophic genocide of 1994. Subsequently, depart Kigali and proceed to Akagera National Park, traversing banana plantations while appreciating Rwanda’s lush scenery. In the afternoon, commence a game-viewing drive through the diverse savannah grasslands, acacia woodlands, and marshy wetlands that constitute this 1,122 square-kilometre park. Observe the Big Five in addition to giraffes, zebras, warthogs, antelopes, hippos, crocodiles, and others while traversing this vast area situated along the Akagera River.
Be vigilant for lions, leopards, elephants, black rhinos, and Cape buffalo, along with a vibrant assortment of waterbirds as you explore the plains today. During your exploration, identify yourself with the conservation initiatives in the park, which, not twenty years ago, was inundated with cattle and threatened by agricultural encroachment. In the evening, do a sunset boat excursion along the river while observing the sky ignite in orange above the picturesque sceneries.
Mantis Akagera Game Lodge
Day 4: Akagera to Kigali
Return to the park for a culminating day of wildlife observation in Akagera and relish a picnic lunch amidst the lush grasslands. In the afternoon, return to Kigali and ready yourself for your forthcoming wildlife expedition to Nyungwe National Park. Accommodations at Kigali Serena Hotel for one night.
Kigali Serena Hotel – Dinner, Bed, and Breakfast
Day 5 Nyungwe Forest National Park
Today, you will be transported to Nyungwe National Park to observe one of Africa’s oldest rainforests. Pause in Butare en route to investigate Rwanda’s second largest city, frequently referred to as its intellectual capital due to the presence of numerous academic institutions, and visit the adjacent town of Nyanza to examine the King’s Palace – a former royal residence that has been restored in its traditional thatched architecture. Visit the Ethnographic Museum in Huye to view artifacts, garments, and crafts from previous centuries, followed by lunch at a nearby restaurant. Proceed to Nyungwe and check into your accommodation in preparation for the next explorations.
Mantis Kivu Marina Bay – LDBB
Day 6: Nyungwe Forest National Park
Embark early on a morning journey through Nyungwe Forest in pursuit of chimpanzees. You may observe one traversing the trees or encounter the indigenous L’Hoest’s monkey, along with 12 additional primate species that inhabit the park.
Be vigilant for serval cats, mongooses, leopards, and colobus monkeys, and prepare your binoculars for exceptional birdwatching, featuring blue-headed sunbirds, white-headed wood-hoopoes, and red-collared babblers. In the afternoon, return to your hotel by Lake Kivu to unwind at the pool and spa, or choose to explore a nearby tea farm.
Mantis Kivu Marina Bay – LDBB
Day 7: Nyungwe Forest National Park and Lake Kivu
Bid farewell to the rain forest inhabited by monkeys as you embark on a picturesque trip to Gisenyi, a tranquil town situated on the eastern beaches of Lake Kivu. This location features a picturesque sandy beach bordered by swaying palm trees, with sports such as kayaking on the ocean, mountain biking in the hills, and coastal hiking available. Engage in physical activity or just spend time on the beach while appreciating the tranquil scenery and terraced hills that define the Great Rift Valley.
Lake Kivu Serena Hotel – LDBB
Day 8: Lake Kivu
Devote the day to leisure by the shore or pursue further excursions amidst picturesque landscapes – the day is yours to relish.
Lake Kivu Serena Hotel – LDBB
Day 9: Volcanoes National Park
Today marks a significant occasion as you proceed to the renowned Volcanoes National Park, habitat of some of the planet’s last surviving mountain gorillas and the elusive golden monkey. You will depart early for Ruhengeri, a small French-speaking village that serves as the gateway to the park, before commencing an extraordinary adventure:
A gorilla trek through the majestic peaks and verdant rainforest of this 62-square-mile wonderland. Be vigilant for these intriguing animals on your two to six-hour journey, as you search for the species that have established Rwanda’s reputation among global wildlife enthusiasts. Subsequently, return to your lodge to unwind by the fire and absorb the experience.
Mountain Gorilla View Lodge – LDBB
Day 10: Volcanoes National Park
Re-enter the park today to commence your second gorilla trip and pursue a different family. Be vigilant for additional animals, including golden monkeys, spotted hyenas, buffalo, elephants, bushbuck, and many species that inhabit these hills, as well as several unusual birds, comprising at least 29 species peculiar to the Virunga and Rwenzori Mountains.
Mountain Gorilla View Lodge – Luxury Double Bed and Breakfast