7-Day Highlights of Rwanda

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7-Day Highlights of Rwanda

7 Days Starting and ending in Kigali, Rwanda

Visiting: Kigali, Nyungwe National Park, Nyungwe Forest National Park, Lake Kivu, Volcanoes National Park Headquarters

Tour operator:

1000 Hills Safaris

Tour code:

rw219

Recommended For:

50 plus, Couples

Guide Type:

Fully Guided

Group size:

3 - 18

Physical rating:

High, Low, Medium

Age range:

15-90

Special diets catered:

Vegetarians, Vegans, Meat, Halal

Tour operated in:

English , French

Private Available:

From:

$5537

$5288 Exclusive Tourhub Members Discount: -$249

NB: Prices correct on 21-May-2024 but subject to change.

Tour Overview

This is a seven-day itinerary for a trip to Rwanda. On Day 1, you arrive in Kigali, the capital of Rwanda, and are transferred to your chosen accommodation. You have the rest of the day to leisurely explore the city, including the bustling local markets and the Caplaki Craft Co-operative. On Day 2, you depart Kigali and head to Nyungwe Forest National Park, where you stay at the Nyungwe Top View Hill Hotel. Here, you can join a guided hike through the dense forest to track chimpanzees. You also have an opportunity to cross the Canopy Walkway, a 200-meter bridge suspended between giant trees, 50 meters above the forest. On Day 3, you continue your chimpanzee trekking experience. During your time in Nyungwe National Park, you'll have the chance to see other primates, birds, and butterflies that are found in the forest. On Day 4, you leave Nyungwe and head to Lake Kivu, where you stay at the Lake Kivu Serena Hotel. Here, you can relax on the stunning palm-fringed beaches, kayak on the calm waters of the lake, take a boat tour to the nearby islands, hike in the surrounding hills, or visit Imbabazi Orphanage. On Day 5, you depart Lake Kivu and head to Volcanoes National Park, passing through breathtaking scenery. On arrival, you'll have a briefing about tomorrow's gorilla trek at Five Volcanoes Boutique Hotel. On Day 6, you venture out to Kinigi, at the foothills of the Virungas, in Parc National des Volcans, where you'll begin your gorilla trek. Your guide and tracker will lead you deep into the forest in search of your allocated gorilla family. When you meet the gorillas, you'll have the chance to spend up to one magical hour quietly observing them. On Day 7, you visit the Genocide Memorial and Education Centre, a permanent memorial to those who were killed during the 1994 genocide, before being transferred to the airport for your flight home.

Highlights

Day 1: Arrival in Kigali, explore the city and visit local markets and Caplaki Craft Co-operative
Day 2: Drive to Nyungwe Forest National Park, home to chimpanzees, monkeys, birds and butterflies
Day 3: Guided hike through Nyungwe Forest National Park to track chimpanzees and cross the Canopy Walkway
Day 5: Drive to Volcanoes National Park passing through beautiful scenery
Day 6: Gorilla trekking in Parc National des Volcans with a chance to observe the gorillas for up to one hour
Day 7: Visit the Genocide Memorial and Education Centre in Kigali before departing on an international flight.

Places You'll See

7-Day Highlights Of Rwanda

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Day 1 : Arrive In Kigali

Location: Kigali

Accommodation: Hotel, Onomo Hotel

Accommodation Name: Heaven Boutique Hotel

Meals Included: No Meals

Board your international flight to Rwanda’s capital, Kigali. Once you arrive, you will be swiftly escorted by our representative who will transfer you to your chosen accommodation. As this is your first day, you will have time to leisurely explore Rwanda’s lively city.

You’ll have an opportunity to visit the bustling local markets and the Caplaki Craft Co-operative where you’ll find local craftsmen in wooden huts. They'll be selling handicrafts, including jewellery, paintings, batik, fabrics, wood carvings, traditional masks, baskets, bags, scarves and beading.

Day 2 : Kigali To Nyungwe Forest National Park

Location: Nyungwe National Park

Accommodation: Hotel, mantis kivu marina bay hotel

Accommodation Name: Nyungwe Top View Hill Hotel

After breakfast, you’ll be driven through spectacular scenery to Nyungwe National Park in Rwanda’s mountainous southwest. The rain forest within the park is home to chimpanzees and monkeys, plus an abundance of birdlife and butterflies.

*Accommodation upgrades are optional at an extra cost.

Day 3 : Chimpanzee Trekking

Location: Nyungwe Forest National Park

Accommodation: Hotel, mantis kivu marina bay hotel

Accommodation Name: Nyungwe Top View Hill Hotel

Today, you’ll join a guided hike through the dense forest of Nyungwe National Park to track chimpanzees. This is a phenomenal wildlife experience that is at par with gorilla tracking. Whilst the trek is undoubtedly exciting, it can be challenging as the chimps are very mobile and they’re always running around in the canopies, on the move from one place to another.

During your time in Nyungwe National Park, you’ll also have an opportunity to cross the Canopy Walkway, a 200-meter bridge suspended between giant trees, 50 meters above the forest. The walkway offers incredible views of the upper canopy and it is excellent for spotting wildlife. Many of the primates live in trees so you’ll have better chances of locating them from the walkway. It is also a fantastic way to see the birds and butterflies that are found in the forest.

*Accommodation upgrades are optional at an extra cost.

Day 4 : Nyungwe Forest National Park To Lake Kivu

Location: Lake Kivu

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: Lake Kivu Serena Hotel

Today, you’ll depart Nyungwe and head to your next accommodation which is located on the white sandy shores of Lake Kivu. Here you can relax on the stunning palm-fringed beaches, kayak on the calm waters of the lake, take a boat tour to the nearby islands or coffee and banana plantations. You can also hike in the surrounding hills or visit Imbabazi Orphanage.

*Accommodation upgrades are optional at an extra cost.

Main Destination:
Lake Kivu

Day 5 : Lake Kivu To Volcanoes National Park

Location: Volcanoes National Park Headquarters

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: Five Volcanoes Boutique Hotel

After a hearty breakfast at Lake Kivu Serena Hotel, you’ll be driven from Lake Kivu to Parc National des Volcans (Volcanoes National Park), which is roughly a four hour drive passing through breathtaking scenery. On arrival at your accommodation, you’ll have a briefing about tomorrow’s gorilla trek.

*Optional accommodation upgrades are at an extra cost.

Day 6 : Gorilla Trekking

Location: Volcanoes National Park Headquarters

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: Five Volcanoes Boutique Hotel

After an early breakfast, you’ll venture out to Kinigi, at the foothills of the Virungas, in Parc National des Volcans where you’ll begin your trek. Your guide and tracker will lead you deep into the forest in search of your allocated gorilla family. Your trek could last from 30 minutes to eight hours depending on the exact location of the specific gorilla family which you’re tracking.

When you meet the gorillas you’ll have the chance to spend up to one magical hour quietly observing them. The gorillas are likely to be just a few meters away from you and they will continue to go about their daily lives, feeding and interacting with each other, under the watchful gaze of the silverback.

Late in the afternoon, you’ll be transferred back to your accommodation where you can spend the evening reflecting on your incredible encounter with the wild mountain gorillas of Rwanda.

*Accommodation upgrades are optional at an extra cost.

Day 7 : International Inbound Flight

Location: Kigali

On this morning, you’ll be driven back to Kigali, where you’ll have an opportunity to visit the Genocide Memorial and Education Centre which is a permanent memorial to those who were killed during the 1994 genocide.

You will then be transferred to the airport for your flight home.

What's Included

Accommodation

All accommodation (Unless listed as upgrade)
Fully Guided

A professional driver/guide
Airport Transfers at Destination

Roundtrip airport transfer
Meals

Meals (As specified in the day-by-day section)
Transport

All transportation (Unless labeled as optional)
Gorilla permits (One per person, non-resident)
All Taxes/VAT
Park fees (For non-residents)
All activities (Unless labeled as optional)
Some meals (As specified in the day-by-day section)

What's Not Included

Insurance
International Travel
International Travel
Drinks
Tips (No tip expected)
Optional
Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
Government imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees
Personal items (Souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees, etc.)

Check out our Q&As

What is the maximum group size?

18 Peoples
Is there a supplement for solo travellers?

Yes, contact us for more
Can you assist with pre or post tour accommodation?

Yes we can assist you
Am I contributing to any charity by booking the tour?

Yes
What policies are in place for Covid-19?

Please contact us for our latest COVID-19 policies'

Are we going hiking even though it’s raining and windy?

We do hike any time through the year and any weather conditions that nature decides to throw at us. After all, we’re going on adventures! If the weather is unsafe for any reason, the trip will be changed or postponed. You will be notified the week of your trip if there are changes due to weather.
How long has the tour company been trading?

8+ Years
What happens if I need to change my holiday date once I’ve booked?

You will contact us for More
Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?

Yes
What documents will I receive before I travel?

Voucher
Can I join the tour once it has departed?

yes

Reviews from travellers on this tour

cassie

Rwanda Tour Guide

28-Aug-2022

Saddy drove my family around Rwanda for four days. He was amazing and made our experience great. He was a great tour guide who showed us his love for Rwanda. He was always on time, dropped us off at our desired hotels and locations, and did everything we expected and beyond. He showed us his favorite spots, which were all amazing. I would highly recommend him.

caleb kelly

Life-Changing Experience

20-Oct-2022

My family and I spent nearly a week in Rwanda where we did the gorilla and golden monkey treks. The trip was well-organized and well thought out in terms of timing and itinerary. We made a stop to the Ellen Degeneres/Dian Fossey center, which was an added bonus. Our guide was Emmy - he was friendly, polite, professional, punctual and easygoing. He made us feel welcome and comfortable from the moment we arrived. He is very knowledgable about the country and shared many interesting things about the culture and history. His passion for his work truly shows. Having him as our guide was definitely a highlight and made our time there even more memorable.

Michelle D

Once in a lifetime

28-May-2022

What an excellent service! I had less than 24 hours to book from South Africa for a once-in-a-lifetime trip for my 72 year old mom. Placide and his team sprung into action helping me arrange a permit and Covid test. My mom gave feedback that she was treated like a queen on the journey and that the experience was indescribable. Don’t hesitate. Just go.

Ryan

Highly Recommend Saddy!

07-Aug-2022

This company was terrific, especially our driver and guide Saddy. He picked us up at the airport, toured us around Kigali for 2 days, drove us to the gorilla trekking area and was our transport throughout. Saddy was so knowledgeable, personable, professional and perfect all around. he really made Rwanda so special and terrific!

Richard

Fidele is a world-class guide and person

28-Aug-2022

Our 6 days in Rwanda included 2 days mountain gorilla trekking,1 day golden monkey trekking, a Kigali city tour,a Genocide Memorial tour, a Dian Fossey museum tour and transfers.Our guide/driver every day was Fidele.He is a world class guide and a world class man.He is really family now after all of the wonderful time we spent together.The experiences with the mountain gorillas and golden monkeys were breathtaking and transformative.Our time spent getting to know Fidele was life affirming.I cannot say enough good things about him and our magical time in Rwanda.about

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