Short but Sweet Rwanda Retreat
This 4-day Rwanda safari tour brings together the country's capital and its most iconic wilderness: Kigali and Volcanoes National Park. Meet the endangered mountain gorilla on a guided trek through the forest, discover Rwandan traditions and history at Iby'iwacu Cultural Village, and experience the rhythm of daily life in Kigali before heading north to Musanze.
Designed for travelers who want the perfect balance of culture and wildlife in a short window of time, this Rwanda trip flows smoothly from arrival in Kigali to cultural immersion in Musanze and finishes with the trek of a lifetime among Volcanoes National Park's mountain gorillas.
- Exclusive use of a & 4X4 WD tourist vehicle
- Bottled mineral water in the vehicle
- Accommodation at the hotels/lodges mentioned
- Activities mentioned in the itinerary
- All Meals as mentioned in the itinerary
- Services of professional, experienced English/French speaking driver-guide
- Gorilla tracking
- Entry visa fees
- Accommodation during the hunting experience
- Optional extras whilst in Rwanda
- Alcoholic/Non-alcoholic beverages during meals,
- Tips and gratuities
- Personal expenses
- International Travel Insurance
NOTE: Permit once purchased, is not refundable nor can it be transferred.
Your Rwanda safari tour begins with arrival at Kigali International Airport, where our representative will greet you just outside customs and immigration and introduce you to your driver-guide. From there, it's a short 15-minute transfer to your hotel in Kigali. Check in, settle into your room, and enjoy dinner as you prepare for the days ahead exploring Rwanda.
Mille collines BB (Dinner)
After breakfast at 08:00 am, continue your Rwanda trip with a Kigali city excursion, followed by a scenic drive to Musanze with photo stops along the way (approximately 2 hours 30 minutes). Upon arrival, check in at your lodge and enjoy lunch, then head to Iby'iwacu Cultural Village.
Iby'iwacu Cultural Village turns traditional livelihoods into meaningful tourism, sharing rural heritage, customs and daily life with visitors. A community once dependent on bushmeat and poaching now builds sustainable income through cultural exchange. Here, you'll watch eight traditional dances, listen to gorilla songs, learn how local food is prepared, visit a traditional healer, explore the king's residence, and hear folktales passed down through generations.
After this enriching experience, return to your lodge for dinner. Overnight at Da Vinci Gorilla Hotel.
Meal plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Today begins with an early 06:00 am transfer to the Volcanoes National Park headquarters for a Gorilla Trekking briefing at 7:00 am, followed by the trek starting at 8:00 am.
Volcanoes National Park safeguards the towering slopes of this majestic mountain range and shelters the endangered mountain gorillas alongside a rich blend of montane ecosystems, from bamboo and evergreen forests to open grasslands, swamps, and heath. The highlight of the day is spending an unforgettable hour with these gentle giants, observing them feed, play, nurture their young, and carry on with their daily lives in their natural habitat.
Overnight at Da Vinci Gorilla Hotel.
Meal plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Today, enjoy leisure activities at your lodge before departing for Kigali. Your Rwanda Safari tour takes you through scenic plantations and rolling green hills, ending in Kigali for your departure.
There are $1000 fees for single room supplement
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