7 Days Rwanda Gorillas, Wildlife
& Big Five Game Safari
From $2800 USD* / 24/7 service / 7 days
7 Days Rwanda Gorillas, Wildlife & Big Five Game Safari
This 7 days Rwanda gorilla safari takes you to all Rwandan national parks. These include Nyungwe Forest National Park for chimpanzee trekking and canopy walk, Volcanoes National Park for a mountain gorilla trekking experience and Akagera National Park for a superb wildlife viewing experience. This 7-day tour can best be enjoyed under a luxury setting.
7 days Rwanda Safari. Looking for the best packages that highlight all the three national parks of Rwanda with extremely exciting activities in each of them? This 7 days Rwanda safari highlights mountain gorilla trekking, golden monkey trekking and the twin lakes in Volcanoes National Park, Chimpanzee trekking and Canopy walk in Nyungwe Forest National Park and wildlife viewing in Akagera National Park.
Is it safe to travel to Uganda
Rwanda is a safe country to visit. Especially if you want to join organised game drives with private guides, as you will do with us. There are, of course, some places to avoid in big cities like Kigali. But – as with everywhere else in the world – you’ll be fine by taking some precautions. Just some examples to be on the safe side (pun intended): don’t explore the city at night without a driver or guide, keep your valuables close to you, avoid wearing big and visible jewellery and leave some things like passports in the hotel safe.
What can I expect from a safari with Jeresh Africa Safari?
This is an exclusive, private safari that allows you to travel at your own pace. This trip is made just for you, exactly as you want it! Our experienced travel consultants will make sure that your wishes come true. There are numerous advantages to such a trip. First, you can cruise around in a private safari vehicle and have a personal guide. It’s completely up to you what time you leave in the morning and when you come back (taking into account your guide’s advice, of course). Secondly, once you’re in a national park, you can observe specific animals or herds for as long as you like. No one will push you to move along. And lastly, knowing your wishes, your personal guide will give you the right tips, turning your trip into an unforgettable experience.
How can I personalise my trip with you
At Jeresh Africa Safaris, we’re all about co-creating your perfect journey. When you plan your African adventures with us, you’re not just booking a trip; you’re embarking on a personalised experience. We start by understanding your wishes and preferences, and we won’t stop until every aspect of your journey aligns perfectly with your vision. Our team works closely with you to ensure that your entire trip is tailor-made to your satisfaction. And for added convenience, we offer a selection of our most popular African tours and safaris as a starting point for your consideration.
Itinerary
Our most popular itineraries can help you find some inspiration. A lot of our clients love to end their exciting safari with a few days of relaxation on Africa’s most stunning beaches. Would you like that as well?
Whether you choose one of our popular itineraries or prefer to customize your journey, we are here to assist you. Come aboard and get ready to explore Africa at your own pace, exactly the way you like it!
Day 1:
Transfer to Nyungwe Forest National Park
Upon your arrival at the airport on this first day of your Rwanda gorilla trekking holiday, you will be met by our tour company representative and later on transferred to Nyungwe Forest National Park, south of Rwanda with stop overs at the Butare Museum for history and lunch. We shall reach Nyungwe in the evening, have dinner and rest while we get ourselves prepare for exciting activities the following day.
Overnight at Nyungwe Forest Lodge (Luxury), Nyungwe Top View Hotel (Moderate) and Gisakura Guest House (Low Budget)
Meal Plan: Lunch and Dinner
Day 2:
Chimpanzee tracking and Canopy walk
On day two we shall have a full hour experience with Rwandan chimps when we locate them in the forest of Nyungwe. We shall rise up early and meet these Chimpanzees before they rise because locating them becomes a challenge when they are awake. After tracking the Chimps, we shall return to our lodge for lunch and head for a Canopy walk on top of Nyungwe Forest in the afternoon before we retire for dinner and overnight at our place of stay.
Overnight at Nyungwe Forest Lodge (Luxury), Nyungwe Top View Hotel (Moderate) and Gisakura Guest House (Low Budget)
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
Day 3:
Transfer to Musanze
We shall wake up early on the third day and begin off with the journey that should see us switch from the southern province of Rwanda to the northern province with a stopover lunch at Kigali City. We shall arrive at Musanze (where Volcanoes National Park is located) in the evening, have dinner and retire for an early night sleep.
Overnight at Mountain Gorilla View Lodge (Luxury), Le Bambou Gorilla Lodge (Moderate) and Kinigi Guest House (Low Budget).
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
Day 4:
Mountain Gorilla Tracking & Ibyi’Wacu Cultural visit
We shall rise up to a heavy breakfast meal on day 4 and drive to the park headquarters in Kinigi for a briefing meeting before making our way into the jungles of Volcanoes National Park in search for Mountain Gorillas. We shall have a full hour’s experience with these primates upon locating them then return to the park headquarters for our respective mountain gorilla tracking certificates and head to our lodge for lunch. In the afternoon, we shall visit Iby’Iwacu cultural village for some spice of Rwandan culture that should manifest itself in form of traditional dances, storytelling moments plus a lot more. From here we shall retire at our lodge for dinner and overnight.
Overnight at Mountain Gorilla View Lodge (Luxury), Le Bambou Gorilla Lodge (Moderate) and Kinigi Guest House (Low Budget).
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
Day 5:
Golden Monkey Tracking and transfer to Kigali
After an early morning breakfast, we shall head to the park headquarters to catch up with the rest of the group and then head for a Golden Monkey tracking experience, an adventure that will reward us a full hour of a close encounter with these endangered primates. After tracking golden monkeys, we shall return to our lodge for lunch and then transfer to Kigali for a brief city tour and overnight.
Overnight at Kigali Serena Hotel (Luxury), The Manor Hotel (Moderate) and Discover Rwanda Hostel (Low Budget)
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
Day 6:
Transfer to Akagera National Park
We shall rise to an early breakfast and depart Kigali at exactly 7:00 am, heading East of Rwanda across Kigali City. We shall reach a bit early and check in at our place of stay, have lunch and then head for an afternoon boat cruise on Lake Ihema where we should sight mammals like hippopotamuses, crocodiles plus a few water birds. From here we shall retire to our lodge for dinner and overnight.
Overnight at Ruzizi Tented Camps (Luxury) and Akagera Game Lodge (Moderate)
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
Day 7:
Game Drive in Akagera & transfer to Kigali
After an early morning breakfast, we shall head for another exciting morning game in the wilderness of Akagera National Park, return to our lodge for lunch and then transfer to Kigali City after to catch up with your departure flight.
Meal Plan: Lunch & Dinner
End of 7 days Rwanda safari.
THE BEST HOTELS FOR A PERFECT SAFARI
Jeresh Africa Safaris specialists know how accommodations can greatly elevate or lessen the joy of your overall travel experience. This is why we offer hundreds of accommodations to choose from and love to help find the best ones for you!
Our accommodations are divided into 3 categories, based on the quality of services and amenities. Curious to know what we mean by Luxury, Mid range, and Low Budget? Read it here!
Low Budget Accommodation
Our Low budget accommodations are comfortable and affordable options for a pleasant stay in Africa. Nothing glamourous or luxurious, but you can expect decent and enjoyable lodging for an overnight stay. All properties are well-maintained and provide clean rooms, comfy beds, hot water showers, and lovely dining rooms. The minor points may be that WiFi might only be available in some areas, and dinner usually comes in the form of a buffet.
However, these properties usually lie in beautiful surroundings, and some boast swimming pools or other extras.
Mid Range Accommodation
Our Mid range accommodations take it again to the next level, as they offer beautifully designed lodges and resorts in the most amazing locations. The service in these places is impeccable, all amenities you can think of are present, and rooms are spacious and extremely comfortable. Oftentimes, they boast private plunge pools or luxurious outside rain showers, wide beds, exquisite food, amazing service and beautiful terraces with fluffy sofas. And of course, these accommodations boast the most remarkable views over extraordinary landscapes.
Luxury Accommodation
Our Luxury accommodations offer the ultimate luxury experience in Africa. Nothing less than the best of the best! We present you with the most exquisite and unique spots Rwanda has to offer. Places that pamper you with the utmost luxury and comfort in special settings that will give your African adventure a memorable twist.
You stay in places that are unique in their design, geographical location and service, as you sleep for example on private islands, in treetop rooms inside national parks or on the rim of a crater. You experience the utmost privacy and seclusion, while you enjoy sundowners in private plunge pools or outdoor bathtubs with a view, indulge in haute cuisine in fine restaurants, get pampered in a luxury spa or with in-room massages, and get your morning coffee served by private butlers while watching the wildlife from your terrace…
What's Included
- Private Transfers
- Accommodation in Kigali on bed and Breakfast
- Accommodation on Safari on Full Board
- Transport in a Safari Landcruiser or Safari Min Van
- Chimp/gorilla Permit
- Park Entrance fees
- Game drives
What's Excluded
- Gratuities
- International Flights
- Drinks
- Travel Insurance
- Visa
Safari Pricing Info
- Duration: 7 Days / 6 Nights
- Price p.p( 2 pax): $2,900.00
- Location: Rwanda
- Duration: Private, Family-friendly Safari
5 Days Murchison Falls Wildlife
& Kibale Chimpanzee Trekking
7 Days Rwanda Gorillas, Wildlife & Big Five Game Safari
2 persons | $2.900,00 USD
4 persons | $2.800,00 USD
2 persons | $3.300,00 USD
4 persons | $3.000,00 USD
2 persons | $3.400,00 USD
4 persons | $3.100,00 USD
Best Time To Visit Uganda
The best wildlife viewing months in Rwanda are during the Dry seasons from June to August and December to February. Primate walks in the forest are a big part of any safari in Rwanda. The habitat of rainforests is, by default, very wet, and one can’t avoid rain completely