Uganda & Rwanda
City Excursions, Safari

14-day ultimate Rwanda tour of Kigali, Akagera, Lake Kivu (Kibuye), Congo Nile Trail (Kibuye), Bumba, Nyungwe, Huye, Nyanza, Volcanoes, and Musanze

Duration 14 Days / 13 Nights
Group Size 1-7
Best Months All Year Round

Overview

Experience a Rwanda journey through Kigali, Akagera National Park, Lake Kivu, the Congo Nile Trail, Nyungwe Forest, Huye, Nyanza, and Volcanoes National Park. Enjoy Big Five safaris, rainforest hikes, lake adventures, tea experiences, and cultural heritage encounters. Conclude with unforgettable gorilla trekking and golden monkey experiences in the Land of a Thousand Hills.

Accommodation & Destination
1 night in Rhino Lodge (FB) or a similar accommodation - Akagera
2 nights in 2000 Hotel (B&B) or a similar accommodation -Kigali
2 nights in Rebero Resort (FB) or a similar accommodation -Kibuye
1 night in Bumba Base Camp (FB) or a similar accommodation -Bumba
2 nights in Ken Barham Guest House (FB) or similar -Nyungwe Forest National Park
2 nights in Hotel Maisons-Sifa (FB) or a similar accommodation -Huye
3 nights in Makeri Residence (FB) or a similar -Volcanoes National Park (Musanze)

Key
B&B: Bed and Breakfast
FB: Full Board - Dinner, Bed, Breakfast and Lunch

Epic game drives Epic game drives
Curated Hospitality Curated Hospitality
Return airport transfers Return airport transfers
Road trip Road trip
Hiking & Trekking Hiking & Trekking
Boat Ride Boat Ride

Inclusions

  • 13 nights accommodation as per the itinerary.
  • Meals as per the itinerary.
  • Airport pick-up and drop-off in Kigali.
  • Boat safari on Lake Ihema.
  • Inyambo cattle culture experience in Akagera & Nyanza.
  • Interaction with local pastoralist communities in Akagera area.
  • Swimming cows experience on your way to Lake Kivu.
  • Boat excursion across Lake Kivu.
  • Napoleon Island hike.
  • Community-led cultural tours in two Lake Kivu Islands.
  • Interaction with local fishing communities in Lake Kivu.
  • Congo Nile Trail hiking experience.
  • Village encounters along the Congo Nile trail.
  • Scenic drive through extensive tea-growing landscapes on transfer to Nyungwe.
  • Guided forest nature walk inside Nyungwe.
  • Bird watching in Nyungwe.
  • Guided tea plantation tour in Nyungwe.
  • Huye city orientation tour.
  • Local market visit in Huye
  • King’s Palace Museum visit in Nyanza.
  • Cultural and historical exploration in Nyanza.
  • Guardian Cultural Tour near Volcanoes National Park
  • Sighting of the Inyambo royal cattle- long, elegant horns and graceful appearance.
  • Participation in a series of traditional cultural activities in Volcanoes -Musanze.
  • Golden Monkey trekking permit.
  • Golden Monkey trekking in Volcanoes National Park.
  • Short orientation at the park’s headquarters.
  • 1 hour observing the Golden Monkeys in their natural habitat
  • All parks entrance fees and activity permits.
  • Musanze Caves exploration.
  • Twin Lakes Burera and Ruhondo visit.
  • Kigali Genocide Memorial visit.
  • Richard Kandt House Museum visit
  • Kigali City Tour.
  • Visit to Kigali local markets and craft centers
  • Service of professional and fully licensed driver-guide (fluent in English).
  • Game drives while on safari in a custom-made safari land cruiser[s].
  • Drinking water while on safari (Two x 1⁄2 liter’ bottles per person per day).
  • AMREF Flying Doctors air and ground evacuation cover.

Exclusions

  • International flights.
  • International travel insurance(Recommended).
  • Rwanda Visa fees and processing.
  • Gratuities for safari guide, porters and hotel staff (waiters).
  • Drinks and beverages in the hotels/lodges.
  • Expenses of a personal nature like telephone calls, laundry, Room Services, and Use of a Mini Bar.
  • Any extra activities other than the ones clearly mentioned as included.

Itinerary

From $7,695 PPS

*Rates exclude Easter, Christmas, and New Year supplements.