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10 Days Luxury Rwanda Gorilla Trekking and Complete Rwanda Safari

Duration 10 Days
Destination Rwanda
Trip Type Gorilla trekking and wildlife

Overview

10 Days Luxury Rwanda Gorilla Trekking and Complete Rwanda Safari

10 Days Luxury Rwanda Gorilla Trekking & Complete Rwanda Safari is a premium Rwanda journey designed for travelers who want to experience the country’s best primates, lakeside scenery, rainforest beauty and savannah wildlife in one complete luxury itinerary. The safari combines Volcanoes National Park, Lake Kivu, Nyungwe Forest National Park and Akagera National Park with luxury lodges, private guiding and a domestic flight from Kamembe to Kigali to reduce long road travel.

The journey starts in Kigali with a luxury overnight stay at Kigali Serena Hotel before continuing to Volcanoes National Park for gorilla trekking and golden monkey trekking. Guests stay at One&Only Gorilla’s Nest, giving easy access to the park and a refined lodge experience near Rwanda’s volcanic landscapes.

After the Volcanoes experience, the safari continues to Lake Kivu for relaxation before heading to Nyungwe Forest National Park for chimpanzee trekking and forest scenery at One&Only Nyungwe House. The journey then connects to Akagera National Park for luxury wildlife viewing at Wilderness Magashi, with game drives and a Lake Ihema boat safari before returning to Kigali for departure.

Trip Outline

  • Day 1: Arrival in Kigali and Luxury Overnight Stay
  • Day 2: Kigali to Volcanoes National Park
  • Day 3: Gorilla Trekking in Volcanoes National Park
  • Day 4: Golden Monkey Trekking in Volcanoes National Park and Transfer to Lake Kivu
  • Day 5: Lake Kivu Relaxation and Transfer to Nyungwe Forest National Park
  • Day 6: Chimpanzee Trekking in Nyungwe Forest National Park
  • Day 7: Domestic Flight from Kamembe to Kigali and Continue to Akagera National Park
  • Day 8: Full-Day Wildlife Safari in Akagera National Park
  • Day 9: Game Drive and Lake Ihema Boat Safari in Akagera National Park
  • Day 10: Akagera National Park to Kigali for Departure Drop-off

Detailed Itinerary: 10 Days Luxury Rwanda Gorilla Trekking and Complete Rwanda Safari

Your 10 Days Luxury Rwanda Gorilla Trekking & Complete Rwanda Safari begins with arrival at Kigali International Airport, where you will be welcomed by your professional driver-guide. After arrival assistance, you will transfer to Kigali Serena Hotel for check-in, relaxation and overnight stay.
This first day is kept relaxed so you can rest after your international flight. Depending on your arrival time, you may enjoy a short Kigali city experience, visit selected cultural sites or simply relax at the hotel before dinner and overnight.

Accommodation: Kigali Serena Hotel

After breakfast at Kigali Serena Hotel, you will check out and begin the scenic drive to Volcanoes National Park in northern Rwanda. The drive takes you through Rwanda’s rolling hills, clean towns, farmlands and beautiful mountain views, giving you a lovely introduction to the countryside.
On arrival in the Volcanoes region, you will check in at One&Only Gorilla’s Nest. This luxury lodge offers comfort, privacy and a refined stay close to Volcanoes National Park. The rest of the day is for relaxation at the lodge as you prepare for the gorilla trekking experience the following morning.

Accommodation: One&Only Gorilla’s Nest

After breakfast at Kigali Serena Hotel, you will check out and begin the scenic drive to Volcanoes National Park in northern Rwanda. The drive takes you through Rwanda’s rolling hills, clean towns, farmlands and beautiful mountain views, giving you a lovely introduction to the countryside.
On arrival in the Volcanoes region, you will check in at One&Only Gorilla’s Nest. This luxury lodge offers comfort, privacy and a refined stay close to Volcanoes National Park. The rest of the day is for relaxation at the lodge as you prepare for the gorilla trekking experience the following morning.

Accommodation: One&Only Gorilla’s Nest

After breakfast, you will return to Volcanoes National Park for golden monkey trekking. This activity takes place mainly in the bamboo forest, where golden monkeys are commonly found feeding, jumping and moving actively through the vegetation.
Golden monkey trekking is usually lighter than gorilla trekking, but it is a beautiful primate experience because the monkeys are active, colorful and very interesting to watch. After the trek, you will return to the lodge for refreshment before starting your scenic transfer to Lake Kivu.
On arrival at Lake Kivu, you will check in at Cleo Lake Kivu Hotel for a relaxed luxury lakeside stay. The evening is free for rest, lake views and peaceful relaxation after your Volcanoes National Park experiences.

Accommodation: Cleo Lake Kivu Hotel

After breakfast at Cleo Lake Kivu Hotel, you will enjoy a relaxed morning by Lake Kivu. This part of the safari gives you time to slow down, enjoy the fresh air and appreciate Rwanda’s beautiful lakeside scenery before continuing to the rainforest region.
Later, you will begin the scenic drive toward Nyungwe Forest National Park. The route offers views of Lake Kivu, green hills, rural communities, tea plantations and forested landscapes. On arrival near Nyungwe, you will check in at One&Only Nyungwe House, a luxury lodge set within a beautiful tea estate near the forest.
The rest of the day is spent at leisure, allowing you to enjoy the lodge atmosphere and prepare for chimpanzee trekking the next morning.

Accommodation: One&Only Nyungwe House

After an early breakfast at One&Only Nyungwe House, your guide will transfer you to the chimpanzee trekking starting point in Nyungwe Forest National Park. After registration and briefing, you will enter the forest with experienced park guides in search of chimpanzees.
Chimpanzee trekking in Nyungwe is an exciting rainforest experience because chimpanzees are active, vocal and often move quickly through the trees. As you walk through the forest, you may also enjoy the sounds of birds, forest life and the natural beauty of one of Rwanda’s most important rainforest destinations.
Once the chimpanzees are located, you will spend time observing them as they feed, move, call and interact in their natural habitat. After the trek, you will return to One&Only Nyungwe House for lunch and a relaxed afternoon at the lodge.

Accommodation: One&Only Nyungwe House

After breakfast at One&Only Nyungwe House, you will check out and transfer to Kamembe Airport for your domestic flight back to Kigali. This flight helps reduce the long road journey from Nyungwe and keeps the safari comfortable, smooth and suitable for luxury travelers.
On arrival in Kigali, you will meet your guide and continue by road to Akagera National Park, Rwanda’s main savannah wildlife destination. The scenery changes as you move toward eastern Rwanda, where open landscapes, lakes, wetlands and woodland areas create a different safari atmosphere.
On arrival in Akagera National Park, you will check in at Wilderness Magashi. The rest of the day is for relaxation at the lodge, with time to enjoy the wilderness setting before dinner and overnight.

Accommodation: Wilderness Magashi

After breakfast at Wilderness Magashi, you will begin a full day of wildlife viewing in Akagera National Park. Akagera offers a classic savannah safari experience with open plains, lakes, wetlands, woodlands and beautiful rolling landscapes.
During the game drives, you may look for elephants, buffaloes, giraffes, zebras, antelopes, hippos, crocodiles and predators such as lions and leopards. Your guide will help you explore the best wildlife areas depending on animal movement and the day’s conditions.
You will return to Wilderness Magashi for lunch and relaxation before enjoying another safari activity in the afternoon. The evening is spent at the lodge with dinner and overnight in a peaceful luxury safari setting

Accommodation: Wilderness Magashi

After breakfast, you will continue exploring Akagera National Park with another game drive. This gives you more time to search for wildlife and enjoy the park’s savannah scenery, especially during the cooler morning hours when animals are often more active.
Later, you will enjoy a Lake Ihema boat safari, one of the most beautiful experiences in Akagera. The boat safari gives you a chance to see hippos, crocodiles, water birds and wildlife along the lakeshore. It also adds a peaceful water-based experience to your Rwanda wildlife safari.
After the boat safari, you will return to Wilderness Magashi for relaxation, dinner and your final overnight in Akagera National Park.

Accommodation: Wilderness Magashi

After breakfast at Wilderness Magashi, you will check out and begin your return journey to Kigali. Depending on your departure time, you may enjoy a relaxed morning at the lodge before leaving Akagera National Park.
On arrival in Kigali, you will be dropped off at Kigali International Airport for your departure flight or at Kigali Serena Hotel depending on your onward travel plan. This marks the end of your 10 Days Luxury Rwanda Gorilla Trekking & Complete Rwanda Safari.

Inclusions

  • Luxury accommodation during the safari
  • Meals as mentioned in the itinerary
  • Domestic flight from Kamembe to Kigali
  • Private 4x4 safari vehicle
  • Professional English-speaking driver-guide
  • Rwanda gorilla trekking permit
  • Golden monkey trekking permit
  • Chimpanzee trekking permit
  • Lake Kivu visit and relaxation
  • Nyungwe Forest visit
  • Akagera National Park wildlife safari
  • Game drives in Akagera National Park
  • Lake Ihema boat safari
  • Bottled drinking water during the safari
  • Pickup and drop-off in Kigali

Exclusions

  • International flights
  • Rwanda visa
  • Travel insurance
  • Tips and gratuities

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Frequently Asked Questions about 10 Days Luxury Rwanda Gorilla Trekking and Complete Rwanda Safari

The safari includes luxury accommodation during the safari, meals as mentioned in the itinerary, private 4x4 safari transport, professional English-speaking driver-guide, Rwanda gorilla trekking permit, golden monkey trekking permit, chimpanzee trekking permit, Lake Kivu visit, Nyungwe Forest visit, Akagera wildlife safari, game drives, Lake Ihema boat safari, bottled drinking water, domestic flight from Kamembe to Kigali, pickup and drop-off in Kigali.

The safari starts in Kigali. Guests can be picked up from Kigali International Airport, Kigali Serena Hotel or another agreed location within Kigali before beginning the journey.

The safari ends in Kigali. After returning from Akagera National Park, guests can be dropped off at Kigali International Airport or Kigali Serena Hotel, depending on their onward travel plan.

The planned luxury lodges are Kigali Serena Hotel in Kigali, One&Only Gorilla’s Nest near Volcanoes National Park, Cleo Lake Kivu Hotel at Lake Kivu, One&Only Nyungwe House near Nyungwe Forest National Park and Wilderness Magashi in Akagera National Park.

Yes, this safari includes gorilla trekking in Volcanoes National Park. Guests join experienced ranger guides and spend one unforgettable hour with a mountain gorilla family after the gorillas are located.

Yes, golden monkey trekking is included in Volcanoes National Park. This activity gives travelers another exciting primate experience in the bamboo forest after the gorilla trekking day.

Yes, chimpanzee trekking is included in Nyungwe Forest National Park. This makes the safari a complete Rwanda primate experience because guests visit gorillas, golden monkeys and chimpanzees in one journey.

Yes, Akagera National Park is included for Rwanda wildlife viewing. Guests enjoy game drives and a Lake Ihema boat safari, with chances to see elephants, buffaloes, giraffes, zebras, antelopes, hippos, crocodiles, lions, leopards and many bird species.

Yes, the safari includes a domestic flight from Kamembe to Kigali. This flight helps reduce the long road transfer from Nyungwe and makes the itinerary smoother and more comfortable for luxury travelers.

Yes, the safari can be customized depending on travel dates, lodge preference, arrival time, budget and interests. Extra nights, private charter flights, Kigali city experiences, cultural visits, spa time, canopy walk or a longer East Africa luxury safari extension can also be added.

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