7 Days Rwanda Luxury Gorilla Trekking Safari

Day 1: Arrival in Kigali, Rwanda

Upon arrival at Kigali International Airport, you will be warmly welcomed by your Rwanda Gorilla trips guide and transferred to your luxury hotel.

Depending on your arrival time, enjoy a guided city tour of Kigali. Visit the Kigali Genocide Memorial to learn about Rwanda's history and remarkable recovery journey. You may also explore local craft markets and enjoy lunch at one of Kigali's renowned restaurants.

Later, return to your hotel for relaxation and dinner.

Accommodation: The Retreat by Heaven
Meals: Dinner

Day 2: Kigali City Experience and Leisure

After breakfast, spend the day exploring more of Kigali or relaxing at your luxury hotel.

Enjoy the hotel's excellent facilities, including the swimming pool, spa, fitness center, and beautiful gardens. Those interested can participate in optional cultural excursions, shopping tours, or culinary experiences around Kigali.

In the evening, enjoy a gourmet dinner and prepare for your rainforest adventure.

Accommodation: The Retreat by Heaven
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 3: Transfer to Nyungwe National Park

After breakfast, depart Kigali for a scenic drive to Nyungwe National Park in southwestern Rwanda.

The journey offers spectacular views of Rwanda's famous rolling hills, tea plantations, and rural landscapes. Upon arrival, check into your luxury lodge located on the edge of the rainforest.

Spend the afternoon relaxing while enjoying views of the surrounding tea estates and forest.

Accommodation: One&Only Nyungwe House
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 4: Chimpanzee Trekking and Canopy Walk

Wake up early for breakfast before heading into Nyungwe Forest for an exciting chimpanzee trekking adventure.

Accompanied by expert guides, search for chimpanzees and other primates that inhabit the forest. Along the way, encounter beautiful bird species, butterflies, and unique forest vegetation.

Later, enjoy the famous Nyungwe Canopy Walk, suspended high above the forest floor. This exhilarating experience offers unmatched views of the rainforest and opportunities to spot wildlife from above.

Return to the lodge for relaxation and dinner.

Accommodation: One&Only Nyungwe House
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 5: Transfer to Volcanoes National Park

After breakfast, depart Nyungwe and travel through Rwanda's scenic countryside towards Volcanoes National Park.

The drive passes through picturesque villages, terraced hillsides, and breathtaking landscapes that have earned Rwanda the nickname "The Land of a Thousand Hills."

Upon arrival, check in at your luxury lodge nestled at the foothills of the Virunga Volcanoes. Spend the evening relaxing and preparing for the highlight of your safari.

Accommodation: One&Only Gorilla's Nest
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 6: Gorilla Trekking and Golden Monkey Experience

Today is the most anticipated day of your safari.

After an early breakfast, transfer to the park headquarters for a briefing before beginning your mountain gorilla trek. The trekking duration varies depending on the location of the assigned gorilla family.

Once found, spend an unforgettable hour observing these magnificent creatures as they feed, play, groom, and interact in their natural environment.

After lunch and some relaxation, you may enjoy a golden monkey trekking experience or visit a nearby cultural village to learn more about local traditions.

Return to the lodge for your final evening in Rwanda.

Accommodation: One&Only Gorilla's Nest
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 7: Return to Kigali and Departure

After breakfast, check out and begin your scenic drive back to Kigali.

Enjoy the final views of Rwanda's rolling hills and beautiful countryside along the journey. Depending on your flight schedule, you may have time for last-minute shopping or sightseeing in Kigali.

You will then be transferred to Kigali International Airport for your departure flight, marking the end of your unforgettable Rwanda luxury gorilla trekking safari.

Meals: Breakfast