6 Days Best of Rwanda Wildlife and Primate Tracking Safari

Day 1: Arrival in Kigali

On arrival at Kigali International Airport, you will be warmly welcomed by a representative from Gorilla Quest Africa and transferred to your luxury hotel. Depending on your flight schedule, you may embark on a short Kigali city tour that includes a visit to the Kigali Genocide Memorial, local craft markets, and cultural centers. Kigali is a vibrant and charming city that serves as the perfect starting point for your Rwandan adventure. Spend the evening at leisure, enjoying a fine dining experience at your hotel as you prepare for the exciting journey ahead.

Accommodation Options: Kigali Serena Hotel, The Retreat by Heaven, Kigali Marriott Hotel
Meals: (Dinner)

Day 2: Transfer to Akagera National Park – Afternoon Game Drive

After breakfast, you will depart Kigali for Akagera National Park, a scenic drive of approximately three hours. Akagera is Rwanda’s only savannah park and home to the Big 5 – lions, elephants, rhinos, buffaloes, and leopards – as well as a rich diversity of plains game and bird species. Upon arrival, check into your luxury lodge and enjoy lunch before setting out on an afternoon game drive. The open savannahs, acacia woodlands, and rolling hills provide an excellent backdrop for spotting wildlife. Return to your lodge for dinner under the stars, surrounded by the sounds of the wilderness.

Accommodation Options: Magashi Camp by Wilderness Safaris, Ruzizi Tented Lodge, Akagera Game Lodge
Meals: (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)

Day 3: Full-Day Game Drive in Akagera National Park

Spend a full day exploring Akagera National Park on thrilling game drives. The morning drive offers the best chance to encounter predators as they are most active during the cooler hours. You will also see herds of antelopes, zebras, giraffes, and elephants roaming the park’s open plains. After a picnic lunch, continue your safari toward Lake Ihema, where hippos and crocodiles bask along the shores. Bird enthusiasts will delight in Akagera’s impressive birdlife, including the rare shoebill stork. In the evening, return to your lodge for relaxation, sundowners, and a delicious gourmet dinner.

Accommodation Options: Magashi Camp by Wilderness Safaris, Ruzizi Tented Lodge, Karenge Bush Camp
Meals: (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)

Day 4: Transfer to Volcanoes National Park

This morning, enjoy breakfast and a relaxed departure from Akagera as you begin your transfer to Volcanoes National Park in Musanze, the gateway to Rwanda’s mountain gorillas. The scenic drive takes you through rolling hills, lush landscapes, and rural countryside dotted with traditional homesteads. Upon arrival, check into your luxury lodge offering breathtaking views of the Virunga Mountains. The afternoon is at leisure, where you can enjoy a cultural performance, a guided nature walk, or unwind at the lodge spa. Dinner will be served in an intimate setting, perfectly complementing the mountain atmosphere.

Accommodation Options: Bisate Lodge, One&Only Gorilla’s Nest, Virunga Lodge
Meals: (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)

Day 5: Gorilla Trekking in Volcanoes National Park

Today marks the highlight of your safari – gorilla trekking in Volcanoes National Park. After an early breakfast, head to the park headquarters for a briefing from experienced rangers before embarking on your trek through the misty rainforest. The trek can take between two to six hours depending on the location of the gorilla family, but the reward is a magical encounter with these gentle giants. Spend an unforgettable hour observing their behavior and interactions in the wild. Return to your lodge for a well-deserved rest and perhaps a relaxing massage to ease your muscles after the trek.

Accommodation Options: Singita Kwitonda Lodge, One&Only Gorilla’s Nest, Five Volcanoes Boutique Hotel
Meals: (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)

Day 6: Transfer Back to Kigali – Departure

Enjoy a leisurely breakfast at your lodge with panoramic views of the Virunga Mountains before starting your journey back to Kigali. Depending on your flight schedule, you may stop at local craft markets for last-minute souvenir shopping or visit cultural centers to take a final glimpse of Rwanda’s heritage. Upon arrival in Kigali, enjoy a farewell lunch before being transferred to Kigali International Airport for your onward flight. This marks the end of your 6 Days Best of Rwanda Wildlife and Primate Tracking Safari with Gorilla Quest Africa, leaving you with unforgettable memories of Rwanda’s wildlife and culture.

Meals: (Breakfast, Lunch)

End of the 6 Days Best of Rwanda Wildlife and Primate Tracking Safari.