All-inclusive 8 Days Rwanda Safari – Primates Tracking and Wildlife Tour. 8 Days Rwanda Safari offers Gorilla and Chimpanzee trekking, Wildlife, and a Boat Cruise on Lake Ihema. 8 Days Rwanda Safari Adventure. Activities for this 8 Days Rwanda Safari Tour include a game drive, boat cruise, Chimpanzee trekking, Gorilla trekking, a visit to Lake Kivu, and a Kigali city tour.
Your eight days safari in Rwanda will start from Kigali city to Akagera National Park, then to Nyungwe Forest National Park, Volcanoes National Park, and finally Lake Kivu. From Kigali city, you continue to Akagera National Park for a wildlife tour with a game drive and a boat trip on Lake Ihema. Formed of the forest-fringed lakes, rolling plains, and savannah plains the park is famed as the most scenic in Africa. The 8 Days Rwanda Safari continues to Nyungwe forest which is the best place for chimpanzee trekking in Rwanda. Chimpanzees here are habituated for tracking by several tourist groups. From Nyungwe Forest, you will continue to Volcanoes National Park for Gorilla trekking. Gorilla safaris in Rwanda offer a lifetime experience as trekkers have a chance to share the mountain Gorilla habitat and a maximum of 1 hour in the presence of the Gorillas.
Quick Tour Details:
Duration: 8 Days / 7 Nights
Start/End: Kigali, Rwanda
Activities: Mountain Gorilla Trekking, Game Drives, Chimpanzee Trekking, Golden Monkey Trekking, Boat Cruise, Wildlife Viewing, Kigali City Tour
Destinations: Akagera National Park, Nyungwe Forest National Park, Volcanoes National Park, Lake Ihema, Lake Kivu
Availability: Year-Round
Group Size: Tailored
Price: Request a Quote
Itinerary Overview
Day 1: Arrival in Kigali & City Tour
Upon arrival at Kigali International Airport, you will be welcomed by our guide and taken on a short Kigali city tour, exploring key sites such as the Kigali Genocide Memorial and local markets. After lunch, transfer to your hotel for check-in, dinner, and overnight stay.
Accommodation Options:
Luxury: Serena Hotel Kigali
Mid-range: Hotel Chez Lando
Budget: Iris Guest House
Meal Plan: Dinner
Day 2: Transfer to Akagera National Park & Evening Game Drive
After breakfast, drive 2.5 hours to Akagera National Park. Upon arrival, enjoy lunch at your lodge before embarking on an evening game drive in search of the Big Five (Elephant, Lion, Buffalo, Leopard, and Rhino) along with zebras, giraffes, hyenas, and antelopes.
Accommodation Options:
Luxury: Ruzizi Tented Lodge
Mid-range: Akagera Game Lodge
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 3: Morning Game Drive & Boat Cruise on Lake Ihema
Start the day with an early morning game drive through Akagera’s savannah plains, maximizing chances to see predators and large mammals. Return to the lodge for lunch, followed by an afternoon boat cruise on Lake Ihema, where you’ll spot hippos, crocodiles, and various bird species.
Accommodation Options:
Luxury: Ruzizi Tented Lodge
Mid-range: Akagera Game Lodge
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 4: Transfer to Nyungwe Forest National Park
Enjoy breakfast before embarking on a 5-hour scenic drive to Nyungwe Forest National Park, one of Africa’s oldest rainforests. Arrive in time for check-in, lunch, and an evening at leisure.
Accommodation Options:
Luxury: One & Only Nyungwe House
Mid-range: Nyungwe Top View Hill Hotel
Budget: Gisakura Guest House
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 4: Transfer to Nyungwe Forest National Park
Enjoy breakfast before embarking on a 5-hour scenic drive to Nyungwe Forest National Park, one of Africa’s oldest rainforests. Arrive in time for check-in, lunch, and an evening at leisure.
Accommodation Options:
Luxury: One & Only Nyungwe House
Mid-range: Nyungwe Top View Hill Hotel
Budget: Gisakura Guest House
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 5: Chimpanzee Trekking in Nyungwe Forest
Begin your chimpanzee trekking experience early in the morning, guided by experienced rangers. Witness the playful and energetic behavior of these primates as they swing through the trees. Afterward, return to the lodge for lunch and relaxation.
Accommodation Options:
Luxury: One & Only Nyungwe House
Mid-range: Nyungwe Top View Hill Hotel
Budget: Gisakura Guest House
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 6: Transfer from Nyungwe Forest to Volcanoes National Park
After breakfast, embark on a 5-6 hour drive to Volcanoes National Park, home to the endangered mountain gorillas. Arrive in the afternoon, check into your lodge, and spend the evening at leisure.
Accommodation Options:
Luxury: Mountain Gorilla View Lodge
Mid-range: Gorilla Solution Lodge
Budget: Da Vinci Gorilla Lodge
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 7: Gorilla Trekking in Volcanoes National Park & Transfer to Lake Kivu
After an early morning briefing, embark on a gorilla trekking experience, where you will hike through the forest to find a habituated gorilla family. Spend one hour observing and photographing these incredible creatures before descending. In the evening, transfer to Lake Kivu for relaxation by the lakeside.
Accommodation Options:
Luxury: Lake Kivu Serena Hotel
Mid-range: Paradise Malahide
Budget: Stipp Hotel
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 8: Boat Cruise on Lake Kivu & Return to Kigali
Enjoy a morning boat cruise on Lake Kivu, visiting Coffee Island and admiring the beautiful scenery. After breakfast, drive back to Kigali International Airport for your departure flight.
Meal Plan: Breakfast