After breakfast, you will meet your driver guide and embark on a game drive through Akagera National Park, Central Africa’s largest protected wetland and the last remaining refuge for savannah-adapted species in Rwanda. The park is home to the “Big Five”: lions, leopards, rhinos, elephants, and buffaloes. You will have the opportunity to spot a diverse array of wildlife in their natural habitat. This activity takes about 5 to 6 hours and later you will be transferred back to Kigali.

On the third day of the tour, you will embark on a scenic drive to Nyungwe Forest National Park, one of Africa oldest rain forest, rich in biodiversity and spectacularly beautiful, on the way you will stop to King’s Palace Museum and the Ethnographic Museum to learn about Rwanda’s rich cultural heritage and its kingdom history, Before continuing your journey to Nyungwe Forest National Park, overnight in a nearby location.

Embark on chimpanzee trekking experience, where you will observe these fascinating primates in their natural forest habitat. Later, you will enjoy a walk on the canopy walkway starting from the Uwinka Visitor Centre. This walkway takes about 2 hours to complete, offering perfect panoramic views of the forest.

This morning, you will explore Kamiranzovu Waterfall in Nyungwe National Park, followed by visiting Gisakura Tea Plantation estate. Here, you will learn about tea making process and have opportunity to sample the local brew. Afterward, you will take a drive to Karongi for an overnight stay.

The day will begin with breakfast, followed by a boat cruise on the stunning Lake Kivu. During the cruise, you will stop at Napoleon Island to explore its unique ecosystem. You will embark on a one-hour hike, which rewards you with spectacular views of the islands and the lake.

On the seventh day of your tour, you will embark on a road trip to Volcanoes National Park, home to the famous mountain gorillas. Upon arrival, you will visit the Ellen DeGeneres Campus of the Dian Fossey Gorilla Fund to learn more about the conservation and preservation efforts for gorillas. Afterward, head to your lodge to relax and prepare for your exciting gorilla trekking experience the following day.

The most exciting day of your tour has arrived! You will rise early, enjoy breakfast, and then head to the Volcanoes National Park headquarters for a brief orientation on the gorilla trekking code of conduct. Afterward, you will embark on your gorilla trekking experience, one of the highlights of your Rwanda experience. You will spend one hour with your allocated gorilla family and observe their interaction face-to-face. Following your trek, you will enjoy lunch before visiting the Iby’iwacu Cultural Village, a community dedicated to showcasing traditional lifestyles, dances, Rwanda traditional culture. Afterward, return to your accommodation for dinner and night stay.

On the last day of tour, you will experience the Golden Monkey trekking in the Volcanoes National park. similar to the Gorillas once located you will spend one hour with these lively primates observing them in their natural habitat . After this amazing experience embark on a scenic road trip back to Kigali where you will have the chance to shop for souvenirs to take home while visiting different craft shops in Kigali. Later, you will be transferred to the airport for your departure.