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Itinerary
Day 1: Arrival – Kigali by Night
Arrive in Kigali and be welcomed with a private luxury transfer to your 5-star hotel. Unwind in style with personalized service, elegant surroundings, and warm Rwandan hospitality. Depending on your arrival time, enjoy a refined welcome dinner at one of Kigali’s top fine-dining restaurants or sip handcrafted cocktails on a rooftop terrace overlooking the city lights.
Kigali’s charm comes alive at night, offering a peaceful and safe introduction to Rwanda. Whether you’re here for romance or refined exploration, this evening sets the tone for a luxurious journey filled with unforgettable wildlife encounters and cultural elegance. Rest well—tomorrow, the heart of Rwanda begins to unfold.
| LUXURY LODGES AND CAMPS | MID - RANGE LODGES & CAMPS | BUDGET LODGES &CAMPS |
|---|---|---|
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Kigali Serena Hotel |
Hotel des Mille Collines |
Chez Lando |
Kigali Serena Hotel
Hotel des Mille Collines
Chez Lando
Day 2: Kigali City Tour + Scenic Drive to Volcanoes NP
After a gourmet breakfast, begin your day with a private guided tour of Kigali. Visit the powerful Genocide Memorial for historical insight, browse artisan markets, and explore contemporary African creativity at Inema Art Gallery. Savor a specialty coffee at a stylish café before heading north to Volcanoes National Park.
En route, enjoy a scenic drive through rolling green hills and stop at a local coffee plantation for a tasting experience. Arrive in Musanze and check into your luxurious lodge—where elegant architecture meets wild surroundings. Enjoy a chef-prepared dinner, a crackling fire, and a peaceful night beneath the towering Virunga Volcanoes.
| LUXURY LODGES AND CAMPS | MID - RANGE LODGES & CAMPS | BUDGET LODGES &CAMPS |
|---|---|---|
|
Virunga Lodge |
Mountain Gorilla View Lodge |
Le Bambou Gorilla Village |
Virunga Lodge
Mountain Gorilla View Lodge
Le Bambou Gorilla Village
Day 3: Gorilla Trekking – The Main Event
This is the day you’ve been waiting for. Rise early for a private transfer to park headquarters, where you’ll receive a personalized briefing before trekking into the misty mountains. Accompanied by expert trackers, hike through bamboo forests and jungle terrain to meet a gorilla family. When you find them, spend one powerful, awe-inspiring hour observing their natural behavior up-close.
It’s humbling, emotional, and unforgettable. After your trek, enjoy a luxury bush lunch or return to your lodge for a curated spa experience. Reflect on the rare encounter over a fine wine or romantic fireside dinner. Few experiences on earth match this connection with the wild.
| LUXURY LODGES AND CAMPS | MID - RANGE LODGES & CAMPS | BUDGET LODGES &CAMPS |
|---|---|---|
|
Bisate Lodge |
Five Volcanoes Boutique Hotel |
Tiloreza Volcanoes Ecolodge |
Bisate Lodge
Five Volcanoes Boutique Hotel
Tiloreza Volcanoes Ecolodge
Day 4: Leisure or Optional 2nd Gorilla Trek / Dian Fossey Hike
Customize your day to match your mood. Choose a second gorilla trek (with a new family group) for a deeper primate encounter—each trek is entirely unique. Alternatively, hike to Dian Fossey’s former Karisoke Research Center for a moving walk through conservation history. The trail offers scenic views and a meaningful tribute to her legacy. Prefer to relax? Stay at your lodge for a morning massage, enjoy the grounds, or soak in the beauty of the Virunga foothills. As evening falls, indulge in a private sunset dinner—perhaps on your terrace, under the stars, or accompanied by live local music. This day is yours.
| LUXURY LODGES AND CAMPS | MID - RANGE LODGES & CAMPS | BUDGET LODGES &CAMPS |
|---|---|---|
|
Singita Kwitonda Lodge |
Volcanoes Park View Lodge |
Kinigi Guest House |
Singita Kwitonda Lodge
Volcanoes Park View Lodge
Kinigi Guest House
Day 5: Golden Monkey Trek & Return to Kigali
Begin the day with a lighter, more playful forest adventure—tracking the rare golden monkeys of Volcanoes National Park. These agile, curious primates are a joy to watch as they swing and chatter through the bamboo groves. After the trek, return to the lodge for brunch and a brief rest.
Then journey back to Kigali in your private vehicle, stopping en route for scenic views or artisan shopping. Arrive at your luxury hotel and enjoy a relaxed evening. Dine at one of Kigali’s top restaurants, enjoy in-room spa treatments, or toast your mountain memories with a glass of chilled champagne.
| LUXURY LODGES AND CAMPS | MID - RANGE LODGES & CAMPS | BUDGET LODGES &CAMPS |
|---|---|---|
|
Singita Kwitonda Lodge |
Volcanoes Park View Lodge |
Kinigi Guest House |
Singita Kwitonda Lodge
Volcanoes Park View Lodge
Kinigi Guest House
Day 6: Lake Kivu Excursion – Water, Relaxation, and Winen
After breakfast, enjoy a full-day or overnight excursion to the peaceful shores of Lake Kivu, Rwanda’s most beautiful inland lake. Journey to Gisenyi, where your luxury lakeside resort awaits with panoramic water views. Choose a private boat ride across the lake’s calm waters, a visit to the healing hot springs, or a quiet afternoon on the beach with cocktails in hand. Explore local craft villages or take a romantic walk along the palm-lined waterfront. For those seeking a slower rhythm after forest treks, Lake Kivu offers tranquility, charm, and barefoot elegance. Return to Kigali in the evening or overnight at the lake.
| LUXURY LODGES AND CAMPS | MID - RANGE LODGES & CAMPS | BUDGET LODGES &CAMPS |
|---|---|---|
|
Singita Kwitonda Lodge |
Volcanoes Park View Lodge |
Kinigi Guest House |
Singita Kwitonda Lodge
Volcanoes Park View Lodge
Kinigi Guest House
Day 7: Return to Kigali – Departure
Enjoy a relaxed breakfast and take in your final views of Rwanda’s rolling hills. If staying at Lake Kivu, begin the return drive to Kigali. Depending on your flight schedule, stop for last-minute souvenir shopping or visit one of Kigali’s boutique galleries or museums. Your private driver will ensure a seamless transfer to Kigali International Airport for your departure.
As you leave, carry with you not just extraordinary memories of gorillas and golden monkeys, but also Rwanda’s unmatched beauty, serenity, and heart. This curated journey was more than luxury—it was connection, culture, and conservation, perfectly woven into one unforgettable experience.
Price Per Person
Low Season (April, May & November)
Quote for 7 Days Gurumeti River Great Migration Crossing
| GS | PP |
|---|---|
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2 |
USD 5000 |
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3 |
USD 5000 |
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4 |
USD 5000 |
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5 |
USD 5000 |
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6 |
USD 5000 |
High Season (Rest of the Year)
Quote for 7 Days Gurumeti River Great Migration Crossing
| GS | PP |
|---|---|
|
2 |
USD 5000 |
|
3 |
USD 5000 |
|
4 |
USD 5000 |
|
5 |
USD 5000 |
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6 |
USD 5000 |
- Price Includes
Transport as described in the itinerary
Safari activities-unlimited day game drives, nature walks, hiking and walks with local people (where specified), English-speaking driver-guide, expert local guides where necessary
All National Park and Conservancy fees
Accommodation as described in the itinerary (double/twin or triple rooms)
All meals while on safari-breakfasts, lunches (picnic lunch boxes when necessary) and dinners
Bottled drinking water during game drives
Flying Doctor emergency evacuation cover
- Price Excludes
- Entry Visas
- Airport transfers
- Activities cited as “optional” in the itinerary
- Travel Insurance
- Single Room Supplements.
- Personal spending-services or meals not mentioned as included, beverages in hotels, telephone calls and laundry etc.
- Tips/Gratuities (Kenya policy)
- Extra costs incurred as a result of alterations to the original tour plan e.g. different accommodations and services
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