Day 1: Transfer to Nyungwe National Park for canopy walk

Today, you will set off towards the famous Nyungwe N.P. which is an untouched Rainforest, one of the largest forests in East and Central Africa. The forest is abundant with flora and fauna including 13 primate species from Colobus monkeys, Mangabeys, blue monkeys and, of course, our cousins the chimpanzees. Nyungwe Forest is semi heaven for birders. With a little over 300 recorded bird species, 26 of which are endemic, making it one of the most important – and still little known – bird-watching destinations in Africa.

You will have a stopover for lunch and then be on your way. Afternoon Canopy walk which takes place above a deep gorge cutting across the massive forest. Lasting about 1½ hours, the walk takes you through some beautiful foliage and animal habitats and you’ll have the chance to spot blue monkeys and unique birds that dwell in the upper levels of the forest canopy. You will have dinner and overnight atMidrange Nuyngwe Topview Hotel

Luxury Nuyngwe Topview Hotel-Luxury rooms

Day 2: Chimpanzee trekking and transfer to Lake Kivu

An early morning breakfast, and later proceed to Nyungwe Forest at 6:00am to search for chimpanzee. You will also track the colobus monkeys in the forest and have a chance to view the other habitants of the forest like birds, reptiles and butterflies. Chimpanzee tracking will enable you to meet man’s closet cousins in the wild. You will be amazed to see these primates as they play, swing on tree branches, fight for food etc.After the trek, you drive to the Lodge for dinner and relaxation at

Midrange Paradis Malahide Hotel
Luxury Kivu Serena Resort

Day 3: Lake Kivu tour and transfer to Volcanoes National park

After having breakfast, you will be picked up by our company driver guide and transfer to Gisenyi on the edges of Lake Kivu. Upon arrival, take refreshment and go for a boat ride to some of the Islands in Lake Kivu. You can Visit Napoleon Islandand Amahoro islands, you can also take a tour around the fishing villages, rural coffee washing stations and Nyamyumba Hot springs. You will later transfer to Volcanoes National park. Not far from Ruhengeri, on your way to Volcanoes you find the magnificent twin lakes of Burera and Ruhondo. Closer to the Gorilla’s home, Lakes Burera and Ruhondo are real gems you must not miss.The twin lakes area is very scenic, with steep and intensively farmed hills surrounding the pristine dark blue waters. They offer magnificent views over the whole of the Virunga Volcanoes. You will then arrive to you lodge for tonight is located near the entrance of the national park with an amazing view overlooking the Virunga Volcanoes. You will have a relaxed evening, dinner and overnight at

Midrange Gorilla Solution Lodge
LuxuryGorilla Mountain View Lodge

Day 4: Mount Bisoke hiking and ibyiwacu cultural experience

On this day, you will have breakfast and later transfer to Kinigi at the briefing point at 7 am with the hiking gears and assigned to rangers. Mt Bisoke stands at 3700 M, it has the typical conic shape of a “perfect” volcano and in its crater lies a deep crater lake. For those interested in climbing Mt Bisoke the volcano does not present an exceptionally demanding climb but it is nevertheless still a tough hike. The high elevation demands extra strength of climbers and the whole excursion can take between 5 hours and the whole day depending on the speed of the walk and the frequency of stops. The ascent typically takes around 3 hours.In the evening, you will embark on the Iby’Iwacu Cultural Village which gives you a rare chance to meet local people, in their environment, with a taste of the culture and traditions. Be genuinely welcomed by the community as a special visitor while they proudly present to you aspects of their traditions and beliefs. Expect to have a guided community walk to visit different sites and experience the everyday lives of the local people. You will have a relaxed evening, dinner and overnight at

Midrange Gorilla Solution Lodge
Luxury Gorilla Mountain View Lodge

Day 5: Golden Monkey Tracking, return to Kigali (Stopover at the twin lakes)

Wake up for early breakfast and transfer to the park head offices in Kinigi by 7.00am. Join up with the other Golden Monkey trekkers, meet the ranger guide for a few minutes talk about the activity and the park, and by 8.00am you get into the cars and transfer to the trailhead just outside the park. Enjoy great views of the mountain scenery as you trek into the park to find the primates. The monkeys live near the edge of the park in the bamboo forests where the ground is relatively flat and easy to trek. Find the monkeys and follow them as they feed, notice how they skillfully pick the shoot from the tip of the bamboo tree. They may also move out of the park into the potato fields and how they love the potatoes! After an amazing one hour, you will have a drive back to Kigali arriving in the evening at

Midrange Great Seasons Hotel
Luxury Kigali Marriott Hotel

Day 6: Kigali city tour and transfer to Akagera national park

After having breakfast, proceed for a city tour in Kigali, Rwanda’s capital city. Kigali city is surrounded by lush hills of green. On the tour through the city, expect to see the following: Kigali Museum and learn the history of city and country’s pre-colonial and colonial period as well as the colonial masters in Rwanda. Visit the genocide memorial site, a grim reminder of a senseless massacre of innocent’s lives in 1994. Learn about Rwanda’s history from pre-colonial times to 1994 genocide and how Rwanda has dealt with that past. Visit the Kimoronko Giant Market, the hand art and craft market of Caplaki and later we proceed to Akagera national park, arriving at the lodge for a relaxed evening at

Midrange Akagera Game Lodge
Luxury Ruzizi Tented Lodge

Day 7: Morning Game Drive – and transfer to Kigali

After breakfast, you will go for the early morning game drive which will reward you with views of wildlife such as Elephants, Impala, black-tailed mongoose, Hippos, Oribi, Bushbuck, antelope, Zebra, Cape eland, Giraffe, Buffalo, and also primates like the Olive Baboon, vervet monkey, bush baby. Return to the lodge for lunch and in the late afternoon, drive back to Kigali to be dropped off at your preferred hotel or at your point of call.

The price includes:

• Transport a 4×4 safari vehicle
• Accommodation
• All meals/full board
• Canopy walk
• Guide fees Park fees
• Golden monkey permits
• Chimpanzee permits
• Lake Kivu tour
• Drinking water on board.

The price does not include:

• Tourist insurance
• Air ticket
• Visas
• Tips  and anything of personal nature
• Beverages