Rwanda Gorilla And Chimpanzee Trekking Itinerary Guide

Detailed Rwanda Gorilla And Chimpanzee Trekking Itinerary

Day 1: Kigali, Rwanda

The Kigali Serena Hotel is a great place to start your tour in Kigali, Rwanda’s commercial hub. After a long day of travel, take the evening to unwind and recharge.

Hotel: Kigali Serena Hotel
Meals: Dinner

Day 2: Nyungwe Forest National Park, Rwanda

You have the Kigali Genocide Memorial Center scheduled to visit today. In addition to paying tribute to the hundreds of thousands of people murdered in the mid-1990s Rwandan genocide, this moving memorial also gives survivors a platform to share their experiences.

Travel on to Butare, the cultural center of Rwanda, making pit stops at Nyanza’s King’s Palace and the Rwandan National Museum. As one of the top museums in Africa, it houses priceless relics from the country’s tribal leaders, monarchy, and colonial era, as well as unique pre-colonial pictures.

One&Only Nyungwe House awaits you on a tea plantation on the outskirts of the jungle. In plush accommodations with private balconies, bask in the forest’s abundant animals while you relax. Just outside your window, you might spot some woodland dwellers if you’re fortunate.

Hotel: One&Only Nyungwe House, Rwanda
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Snack

Day 3: Nyungwe Forest National Park, Rwanda

Join knowledgeable guides on a two-day chimpanzee walk across Nyungwe Forest National Park’s diverse landscapes and temperatures. While it is not always assured, a trip through the lush forest only amplifies the thrill of stumbling onto a troop of monkeys. Nyungwe Forest National Park is home to about 25% of Africa’s primate species, which may be found in its many terrains and temperatures.

Hotel: One&Only Nyungwe House, Rwanda
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Snack

Day 4: Nyungwe Forest National Park, Rwanda

Today, set out on another trek in search of the many species that call this area home. Keep an eye out for the owl-faced monkey, blue and golden monkeys, black and white colobus, and, of course, the chimpanzee. Savor delectable gourmet meals in the dining room and try teas sourced directly from the plantation at the inviting tea lounge. In the middle of Rwanda’s natural beauty, you’ll find delectable dishes that will astound you with their flawless presentation and flavor.

Hotel: One&Only Nyungwe House, Rwanda
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Snack

Day 5: Volcanoes National Park, Rwanda

Gorilla trekking, one of the world’s most exciting and moving animal encounters, is waiting for us today at Volcanoes National Park. Out of the total 780 mountain gorillas on Earth, 340 call this park their home. Ten habituated families of mountain gorillas have been identified in the Rwandan Virunga Volcanoes region with the express purpose of interacting with tourists. On this once-in-a-lifetime gorilla trekking adventure, your own guide will be by your side the whole trip. No two gorilla treks are ever the same because, similar to human families, each gorilla family brings something special to the table.

Hotel: Sabyinyo Silverback Lodge
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Snack

Day 6: Volcanoes National Park, Rwanda

Gorilla Trekking in Rwanda’s – Volcanoes National Park

Gorilla trekking, one of the world’s most exciting and moving animal encounters, is waiting for us today at Volcanoes National Park. Out of the total 780 mountain gorillas on Earth, 340 call this park their home. Ten habituated families of mountain gorillas have been identified in the Rwandan Virunga Volcanoes region with the express purpose of interacting with tourists. On this once-in-a-lifetime gorilla trekking adventure, your own guide will be by your side the whole trip. No two gorilla treks are ever the same because, similar to human families, each gorilla family brings something special to the table.

Hotel: Sabyinyo Silverback Lodge
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Snack

Day 7: Volcanoes National Park, Rwanda

A community trust named SACOLA runs the lodge, making it the first of its kind in Rwanda. The trust utilizes the lodge’s profits to fund conservation efforts for mountain gorillas and other social and economic programs in the area. In addition to the trekking, travelers have the option to explore the adjacent Ruhengeri market, genocide memorials, scenic lakes, SACOLA community projects, or the Dian Fossey research center. Furthermore, there are 670 kinds of birds reported in Rwanda, and those who enjoy bird watching can find some of these birds in the area.

Hotel: Sabyinyo Silverback Lodge
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Snack

Day 8: Kigali, Rwanda

Spend your last night in Rwanda at Kigali Serena, reminiscing about your wonderful recollections of interactions with Rwanda’s magnificent animals, before you left.

Hotel: Kigali Serena Hotel
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Snack

Day 9: Kigali, Rwanda

Today you will board your flight back home, and your Kabira Safari guide will meet you at the airport with VIP treatment.

Meals: Breakfast

End of the 9 Days Rwanda Gorilla And Chimpanzee Trekking Itinerary 

Included

• City tour of Kigali and entrance to the Kigali Genocide Memorial Center
• Tours of the King’s Palace and National Museum of Rwanda
• Chimpanzee trekking in Nyungwe Forest National Park, including permits
• Gorilla trekking in Volcanoes National Park, including permits
• Birding and nature walks
• Private vehicle and guide throughout
• All meals as listed, beginning with dinner on day one and ending with breakfast on day 9, with packed lunches and snacks arranged as needed
• Stunning accommodations at the Virtuoso-preferred One&Only Nyungwe House
• Tea plantation tour

Not Included

• International or domestic flights
• Mandatory trip insurance
• Visa fee for entering Rwanda
• Gratuities, meals and beverages not specified in the itinerary, laundry service, and any other items of a personal nature