Nyungwe National Park: One of Africa’s oldest rainforests — home to 13 primate species, 300 bird species, and rich plant life.
Canopy Walkway: Walk suspended above the rainforest treetops with panoramic views.
Waterfall Hike: Trek through lush rainforest trails to hidden cascades.
Luxury Stay: Two nights at the iconic One&Only Nyungwe House, nestled within a working tea plantation.
Gorilla Trekking (Permit Included): Unforgettable encounter with endangered mountain gorillas in Volcanoes NP.
Golden Monkey Trek (Optional): Playful, rare primates found only in the Virunga mountains.
Lake Kivu Experience: Gentle lakeshore hike and relaxation at Rwanda’s most scenic lake.
Cultural & Scenic Transfers: Journey through Rwanda’s famous “land of a thousand hills.”
Arrival at Kigali International Airport, meet & greet.
Private transfer to your hotel.
Afternoon/evening guided walk through Kigali’s clean streets, local markets, and craft shops.
Cultural dinner with live Rwandan music and cuisine.
Accommodation: The Retreat by Heaven / Kigali Serena Hotel.
Breakfast at leisure.
Scenic 2.5-hour drive northwest to Volcanoes NP.Scenic 5–6 hr drive southwest via rolling hills and tea plantations.
Stop at King’s Palace Museum in Nyanza en route.
Arrival at One&Only Nyungwe House — luxury retreat on a tea estate.
Afternoon tea tasting or nature walk on the property.
Accommodation: One&Only Nyungwe House.
Stop at local villages and viewpoints along the way.
Afternoon nature/forest walk around the lodge area to acclimatize.
Accommodation: Bisate Lodge / Virunga Lodge / Five Volcanoes Boutique Hotel.
Morning Canopy Walk across suspended bridges overlooking the rainforest.
Afternoon Waterfall Hike through lush trails with opportunities to spot colobus monkeys and exotic birds.
Evening relaxation with views of tea plantations.
Accommodation: One&Only Nyungwe House.
Breakfast, then long but scenic drive (approx. 7 hrs) through the highlands.
Arrival in Musanze, gateway to Volcanoes NP.
Evening rest at lodge.
Accommodation: Bisate Lodge / Virunga Lodge / Five Volcanoes Boutique Hotel.
Early start with briefing at park HQ.
Trek through rainforest (2–6 hrs) until encountering gorilla family.
Spend 1 magical hour observing gorillas in their natural habitat.
Return to lodge for relaxation.
Optional afternoon activity: visit Iby’Iwacu cultural village.
Accommodation: Lodge near Volcanoes NP.
Optional Golden Monkey Trek in the morning (1–2 hrs).
Later, drive to Lake Kivu (approx. 2 hrs).
Gentle lakeshore trek, boat ride, or relaxation by the beach.
Accommodation: Lake Kivu Serena Hotel / boutique lakefront lodge.
Breakfast by the lake.
Scenic transfer back to Kigali (approx. 3 hrs).
Optional Kigali city tour (Genocide Memorial, artisan markets) if time permits.
Transfer to airport for onward flight.
Total Cost: $ per person sharing
All airport transfers & private transport in 4x4 safari vehicle.
1 night Kigali, 2 nights Nyungwe, 2 nights Volcanoes NP, 1 night Lake Kivu (luxury or boutique options).
All meals as per itinerary (breakfast, lunch, dinner).
Gorilla trekking permit (USD 1,500 per person).
Canopy walk & waterfall hike fees in Nyungwe.
Optional golden monkey trek (permit included if pre-booked).
Professional English-speaking driver-guide throughout.
Bottled water during transfers and hikes.
Park entry fees and guided activities listed.
International flights to/from Kigali.
Rwanda entry visa fees (USD 50).
Travel & medical insurance (mandatory for trekking).
Personal expenses (drinks, laundry, souvenirs).
Tips for guides, rangers, and lodge staff.
Optional activities at Lake Kivu not listed in itinerary.