Summary
Rwanda is home to nearly 40% of the remaining Mountain Gorilla population in the world. The country is also blessed with magnificent scenery complemented by the Virunga Mountain ranges. The tour focuses on Gorilla trekking in Virunga National Park and also offers an opportunity for a city tour in the capital Kigali.
Activities
- Bird Photography
- Hiking
- Wilderness Trail
- Wildlife Photography
- Bird Watching
- Culture
- Photo-safari
Places
- Volcanoes National Park, Rwanda
- Kigali Genocide Memorial, Rwanda
- Lake Kivu, Rwanda
Physical Condition
- Sportive
Connectivity
- WiFi and phone coverage throughout
Day-by-day Description
Day 1Arrival in Kigali
Activities Included
Bird Photography Game Walk General Photography Hiking Landscape photography Scenic Drive Township tour Wilderness Trail Wildlife Photography Bird Watching Culture Photo-safariUpon arrival at Kigali International Airport in Rwanda and after finalizing the formalities, you shall be welcomed by your guide who will transfer you to your Hotel. You will relax at the guest house or take a stroll around the calm streets of Kigali City. Main Destination: Kigali Accommodation: Inside Africa Boutique Hotel Mid-range guest house located in or near the park Meals & Drinks: Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included) Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 2Drive to Musanze
Activities Included
Animal Tracking Bird Photography Game Walk Hiking Scenic Drive Wildlife Photography Bird Watching Culture Photo-safariAfter breakfast you will drive to Musanze town near Volcanoes National Park. The journey goes through the beautiful terraced hillsides that show much of Rwanda’s landscape, gradually climbing to the base of the awesome Virunga volcanoes, sometimes with as many as five peaks visible. Main Destination: Musanze Accommodation: Da Vinci Gorilla Lodge Mid-range lodge located in or near the park Meals & Drinks: All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Other Benefits (On Arrival)
Location
Musanze District Office, Ruhengeri-Gisenyi Road, Ruhengeri, Rwanda
Day 3Gorilla trekking
Activities Included
Animal Tracking Hiking Township tour Wilderness Trail Wildlife Photography Bird Watching Culture Photo-safariAfter an early breakfast you will get up early and drive to Volcanoes National Park offices for briefing and then set off for Gorilla trekking. A thrilling trek through the refined foothills of the Virungas led by an experienced ranger Guide provides inspiring views in all directions. The rainforest is alive with calls of colorful birds and chattering of the rare golden monkey, and besieged with fresh spoor of the mountains' elusive populations of buffalo and elephant. Gorilla trekking is quite strenuous but a worthwhile on encounter of these gentle giants. Spend time watching gorillas, watch the adults feeding their young ones, brushing and resting as the youngsters play from vines in a pleasurably playful display. Main Destination: Volcanoes National Park Accommodation: Da Vinci Gorilla Lodge Mid-range lodge located outside the park Meals & Drinks: All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 4Drive to Kigali and departure
Today, you will drive to Kigali town from Musanze. You will visit the genocide museum as well as have a short city Tour of the capital city. You will also visit a local market and get a chance to purchase souvenirs You will depart for the Airport and take your flight back home. Main Destination: Kigali International Airport Accommodation: No accommodation (End of tour) Meals & Drinks: Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included) Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
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