Itinerary

Day 1: Kigali

This city became the capital of Rwanda in 1962 after they gained their independence. Kigali prides itself as the cleanest city in the whole of Africa. It sprawls across numerous hills, ridges and valleys, and has a vibrant restaurant and nightlife scene. The name Kigali was derived from Mt. Kigali and means ‘Broad.’ It was named in 1907 by Dr. Richard Kandt who was the first colonial resident governor of Rwanda. The city is a host to popular attractions such as the Kigali Genocide Memorial, Inema Arts Centre and Juru Park.

On your arrival at the Kigali International Airport, you will be picked from your terminal by our representative. You will then be escorted to your vehicle for a scenic transfer to your luxurious hotel. (Bed & Breakfast)

Day 2: Kigali City Tour

After your breakfast at the hotel, you will be picked by a professional local guide, be briefed on your tour and head out for your first memorable visit to the Kigali Genocide Memorial site to pay your respects, then visit a local artisan shopping centre to view and even purchase local arts and crafts. After lunch at a city hotel/restaurant, you will visit the Kigali Cultural Village and learn the rich history of Rwanda in depth and engage in other fun activities with the locals. Return to your hotel for overnight. (Bed & Breakfast)

Day 3: Kigali – Akagera National Park

Akagera National Park is located on the eastern Rwanda and covers an area of 1,122km2 . The park boasts of abundant wildlife and visitors can encounter buffaloes, elephants, antelopes, zebras, giraffes, baboons, monkeys and an incredible 490 bird species, plus much more. A family of lions was introduced to the park from South Africa and are properly breeding as well as the 18 eastern black rhinos which have also been reintroduced.

Depart your lodge after breakfast and head out to Akagera National Park. On your way enjoy sightseeing the diversity of landscapes and phenomenal lifestyles of the locals. Arrive at your lodge in time for lunch and after a short rest depart for Lake Ihema located on the south of the park; learn about conservation. On your way to the lake enjoy game viewing then have dinner and overnight at your lodge. (Full Board)

Day 4: Akagera National Park – Kigali

Wake up for an early morning game drive then head back to your camp for breakfast before you depart for Kigali to arrive in time for lunch at a city hotel/restaurant. After lunch, visit the Kandt House Museum then tour around the city and head to Juru Park which is considered one of the highest points in Kigali and have a decent aerial view of the city and its surrounding countryside. In the evening you will be taken back to your hotel for dinner and overnight. (Bed & Breakfast)

Day 5: Kigali – Nyungwe National Park

Nyungwe National Park is one of the parks in Africa with spectacular views and is rich in biodiversity. It’s one of Africa’s oldest rainforests and the mountainous region is teaming with wildlife, including a small population of chimpanzees as well as 12 other species of primate, including the Lhotse’s monkey which is endemic to the Albertine Rift, Angolan black and white Colobus Monkeys. The park is a bird watcher’s paradise as it is home to more than 300 species of birds.

After breakfast, you will be briefed in detail before boarding your safari vehicle heading to Nyungwe National Park. You shall stop at the King’s Palace in Nyanza and explore then take a picnic lunch break before you continue with the scenic drive to Nyungwe. On your arrival you will be transferred to your eco-friendly lodge for dinner and overnight. (Full Board)

Day 6: Nyungwe National Park

Following your organic breakfast, head to the park’s office with your packed lunch for a detailed briefing on the primates. Then head out in search of the chimpanzees escorted by an expert local guide. Take your time to trek as you discover rare species of animals and birds. You will then enjoy your picnic lunch and continue for a canopy walk and look for the primates and other birds as you feel the breeze and enjoy the green diversity around you. You will later head back to your eco-friendly lodge and relax as you await dinner and overnight. (Full Board)

Day 7: Nyungwe National Park – Kigali

After your healthy breakfast you will board your safari vehicle for a scenic drive back to Kigali. Thereafter, you will visit the Butare Museum on your way back. On arrival at Kigali, you will be transferred to a city restaurant for lunch before transfer to the airport for your onward flight.