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6-Day Rwanda Gorilla Tour

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Overview

One week in this beautiful country will introduce you to the history, culture and nature of Rwanda and its people!

From the devastating recent past of the Rwandan genocide to the community projects that are helping to heal and rebuild and villages where dance and music recount old times.

The highlight of your Rwanda trip will be your days spent in the jungle, where you'll trek over two days, one in search of gorillas, and the other in search of the golden monkey while learning about animal behaviour and the conservation projects that are in place to keep their populations alive.
Hiking & Trekking
Sightseeing
Culture & Arts

Itinerary

Day 1

Welcome to Kigali, Rwanda!

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Welcome to Kigali, Rwanda!

Welcome to your beautiful Rwanda trip! Upon arrival at Kigali International Airport, you will be met by our knowledgeable representative who will brief you about your itinerary and this beautiful country and proceed to your hotel in Kigali. You'll have the rest of the afternoon to refresh and relax at the hotel.

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    Accommodation

    Ubumwe Grande Hotel4 star

    Note: We will endeavor to book the aforementioned hotels. If, however, we are unable to secure them due to circumstances out of our control, we will replace them with hotels of similar value and standard.
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    Transportations

    Private Driver from Kigali International Airport to Ubumwe Grande Hotel

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    Meals

    Dinner

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    Destinations

    Kigali

Day 2

From the City to the Villages

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From the City to the Villages

After breakfast, you will drive outside Kigali for about one hour to visit Mayange village, part of the Millennium Villages, an international project dedicated to lifting communities out of poverty, providing technology in farming, health and education. You will stop at Nyamata church where nearly 5,000 people were killed in 1994 while seeking refuge. Later, you'll go to Reconciliation Village where both perpetrators and victims of the 1994 genocide live side-by-side.

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    Accommodation

    Ubumwe Grande Hotel4 star

    Note: We will endeavor to book the aforementioned hotels. If, however, we are unable to secure them due to circumstances out of our control, we will replace them with hotels of similar value and standard.
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    Activities

    Nyamata Church Genocide Memorial

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    Transportations

    Private Driver from Ubumwe Grande Hotel to Nyamata

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    Meals

    Breakfast and dinner

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    Destinations

    Kigali

    Kinazi

Day 3

Ibyiwacu Cultural Village

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Ibyiwacu Cultural Village

Today, after breakfast, you'll embark on a 2.5-hour scenic transfer to the northern part of Rwanda, which is the gateway to the great mountain gorillas. Ibyiwacu Cultural Village is where dance is organised and you can experience the traditional lifestyle of the Rwandan pre-colonial period. The village has a variety of cultural experiences and is probably the best way to get to know the local people, their culture and their ways of living.

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    Accommodation

    Ingagi Park View Lodge4 star

    Note: We will endeavor to book the aforementioned hotels. If, however, we are unable to secure them due to circumstances out of our control, we will replace them with hotels of similar value and standard.
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    Activities

    Ibyiwacu Cultural Village

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    Transportations

    Private Driver from Kigali to Volcanoes National Park

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    Meals

    Breakfast, lunch and dinner

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    Destinations

    Kigali

    Northern Province

    Kinigi

Day 4

Mountain Gorilla Trek & Conservation Project

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Mountain Gorilla Trek & Conservation Project

After an early breakfast, you will be transferred to the park for check-in. Here, you will be told about the trek, gorilla behaviour and divided into groups. The trek can take two to six hours depending on the movements of the animals. The rangers will lead you deep into the forest, taking you up and down the rugged terrain until you finally meet these harmonious creatures. You'll trek back through the forest for lunch and transfer to the Karisoke Research Centre for an educational visit.

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    Accommodation

    Ingagi Park View Lodge4 star

    Note: We will endeavor to book the aforementioned hotels. If, however, we are unable to secure them due to circumstances out of our control, we will replace them with hotels of similar value and standard.
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    Activities

    Rwanda Gorilla Trekking

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    Meals

    Breakfast, lunch and dinner

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    Destinations

    Kinigi

    Kigali

Day 5

Golden Monkey Trek & Market Tour

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Golden Monkey Trek & Market Tour

You'll leave for the trek at 7am. Golden Monkeys are very rare and nowhere in Africa is there larger numbers than in Rwanda. The trek to the golden monkey is easier than yesterday. These unique, playful creatures will entertain for a good hour. You'll return to your lodge to freshen up and have lunch. Around 2pm, your driver-guide will take you to the local market, where you will see a lot of food displayed and African fabrics; they make for great souvenirs!

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    Accommodation

    Ingagi Park View Lodge4 star

    Note: We will endeavor to book the aforementioned hotels. If, however, we are unable to secure them due to circumstances out of our control, we will replace them with hotels of similar value and standard.
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    Activities

    Golden Monkey Trek in Volcanoes National Park

    Local Market in Volcanoes

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    Meals

    Breakfast, lunch and dinner

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    Destinations

    Kinigi

    Northern Province

Day 6

Return to Kigali & Departure

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Return to Kigali & Departure

Today you will have your breakfast at leisure as you will be checking out by 10 am for your scenic transfer to Kigali, reaching the city just in time for lunch at the historical Hotel des Mille Collins, commonly known as Hotel Rwanda. Later on, you'll transfer to Kigali international airport for your flight back home.

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    Restaurants

    Hôtel des Mille Collines

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    Transportations

    Private Driver from Ingagi Park View Lodge to Kigali International Airport

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    Meals

    Breakfast and lunch

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    Destinations

    Kinigi

    Kigali

Included in Price

  • 5 nights accommodation
  • 5 activities
  • 5 breakfasts, 4 lunches and 5 dinners
  • Airport transfer
  • Entrance fees
  • Ground transportation
  • Licensed English speaking guides

Not Included in Price

  • Alcohol beverages
  • Domestic flights
  • Entry visas / airport departure tax
  • Gratuities
  • International flights
  • Laundry
  • Personal expenses
  • Travel insurance
  • Trekking permits
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