Day By Day Detailed Itinerary
Day 1:
Arrival in Kigali - Transfer to Akagera National Park
Arrive in Kigali and meet your guide for a short city tour, including the Kigali Genocide Memorial. Continue with a scenic drive to Akagera National Park, where the landscape shifts from rolling hills to open savannah. This first day blends culture and nature while introducing Rwanda’s diverse scenery. Settle into your lodge and relax ahead of your safari experience. Overnight: Akagera Transit Lodge or similar
Day 2:
Akagera Safari Adventure - Boat Cruise and Game Drive
Begin the day with a boat cruise on Lake Ihema, offering sightings of hippos, crocodiles, and birdlife. Continue with a guided game drive across the park’s varied terrain in search of elephants, giraffes, zebras, buffalo, and lions. This mix of water and land exploration creates an engaging safari experience. Overnight: Akagera Transit Lodge or similar
Day 3:
Scenic Transfer to Nyungwe - Cultural Stops
After breakfast, travel to Nyungwe National Park with cultural stopovers along the way. Visit the historic Nyanza King’s Palace and the Butare National Museum for insight into Rwanda’s heritage. The journey continues through terraced hills and tea plantations, offering scenic views throughout the drive. Overnight: Ken Barham Guesthouse or similar
Day 4:
Nyungwe Forest Adventure - Chimp Trekking and Canopy Walk
Explore the rainforest with optional chimpanzee trekking, hiking through forest trails in search of primates ($250). Later, experience the canopy walkway suspended above the forest, providing panoramic views of the treetops ($140). This day combines active exploration with unique wildlife encounters. Overnight: Ken Barham Guesthouse or similar
Day 5:
Transfer to Volcanoes National Park via Lake Kivu
Travel north toward Volcanoes National Park along the scenic Lake Kivu route. Enjoy views of rolling hills, lakeside landscapes, and rural countryside. This journey connects rainforest terrain to volcanic landscapes, preparing you for the next stage of the adventure. Overnight: The Garden Place Hotel or similar
Day 6:
Gorilla Trekking Adventure in Volcanoes National Park
Take part in an optional mountain gorilla trekking experience ($1,500 permit). Trek through bamboo forests and volcanic slopes with expert guides. The hike can be challenging, but encountering gorillas in their natural habitat is a rare and rewarding experience. Overnight: The Garden Place Hotel or similar
Day 7:
Golden Monkey Trekking and Return to Kigali
Start the day with an optional golden monkey trek, offering a lively forest experience ($100). After the activity, return to Kigali for departure, marking the end of your 7-day Rwanda adventure.
