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IDEAL LENGTH
8 nights
Price
From $11,000 pp
When to Go
Jan, Feb, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Dec
Rwanda Primate Experience
Rwanda Primate Experience
Rwanda is one of the places where you can observe imposing mountain gorillas in their natural habitat. Being a protected species, there are less than 1,000 left in the wild, and to come across them is a truly unique experience.
Day 1
Day 1
Arrival Kigali
Upon arrival at Kigali international airport, you’ll be escorted by car to your accommodation in Kigali.
The remainder of your day will be spent at leisure.
Day 2
Day 2
Kigali – Nyungwe Forest Reserve
You’ll be transferred by car to the Nyungwe Forest Reserve in the southwest of the country. Along the way, observe traditional Rwandan daily life in the villages.
Check into your lodge and stroll through the forest, watching for native flora, fauna, and birdlife.
Day 3
Day 3
Nyungwe Forest Reserve
Today you have the opportunity to go chimpanzee trekking through the forest. Observe wild chimpanzees swinging through the canopy and witness their noisy social interactions.
Day 4
Day 4
Nyungwe Forest Reserve – Kigali
Transfer back to Kigali for one night, where you can indulge in a spa treatment at your hotel or head out to explore the city.
Day 5
Day 5
Kigali - Lake Kivu
After breakfast you’ll be transferred to Lake Kivu, one of Africa’s great lakes. Laze on the beautiful beaches, take a boat trip on the lake, or enjoy sundowners with a view.
Day 6
Day 6
Lake Kivu – Volcanoes National Park
Depart Lake Kivu and head to the Volcanoes National Park for the highlight of your trip. Check into your lodge and enjoy an afternoon at leisure.
Day 7
Day 7
Volcanoes National Park
Over the next two days you’ll experience one of the most thrilling wildlife adventures in Africa – the opportunity to witness mountain gorillas in the wild. On both days, you’ll head out with an experienced guide to explore the slopes of the Virunga volcanoes in search of these gentle apes.
Tracking can take a full day but it will all be worth it when you spend an hour in the company of wild mountain gorillas.
Day 8
Day 8
Volcanoes National Park
Continue to go in search of gentle apes at Volcanoes National Park with your experienced guide.
Day 9
Day 9
Departure
Today you’ll be escorted to the airport for your onward journey.
itinerary highlights
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Track mountain gorillas in the Volcanoes National Park
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Chimpanzee trekking in the Nyungwe Forest
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Spend a day relaxing on the beaches of Lake Kivu
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Experience the lively markets of Rwanda’s capital, Kigali
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Witness Rwanda’s lush, natural beauty and warm, friendly people
Choose Lightfoot Travel
AUTHENTICITYWe won't take you to the usual tourist traps, instead we'll introduce you to people that show you the true side of a country. With our contacts in each destination, we can arrange for you to meet locals away from the crowds and ensure an authentic experience.
EXPERTISEYou can rely on our extensive first-hand knowledge and years of experience in the country you’re visiting. We use only the best expert guides, and provide insider tips on the local customs, and everything from vibrant festivals to hidden Himalayan monasteries
PERSONAL SERVICEYour holiday will be as unique as you are. By getting to know you and what makes you tick, we fuse our wealth of expertise and a deep understanding of our destinations to create unique day by day itineraries that are built around you.
