5-Day Rwanda Gorillas, Golden Monkeys, and Lake Kivu Tour
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5-Day Rwanda Gorillas, Golden Monkeys, and Lake Kivu Tour Overview
Embark on a once-in-a-lifetime journey through the breathtaking landscapes of Rwanda, famously known as the “Land of a Thousand Hills.” This 5-day adventure combines thrilling wildlife encounters, cultural exploration, and serene lakeside relaxation. You’ll trek through lush forests to meet mountain gorillas and golden monkeys in their natural habitat and unwind at the stunning Lake Kivu.Â
Tour Highlights
- Mountain Gorilla Trekking – A bucket-list encounter with one of the planet’s most endangered species.
- Golden Monkey Trekking – A unique opportunity to observe these lively and rare primates.
- Lake Kivu – The perfect spot to relax and enjoy Rwanda’s natural beauty.
- Cultural Immersion – Discover Rwanda’s rich traditions and inspiring history.
This tour offers a perfect blend of adventure, culture, and relaxation, making it an ideal getaway for nature lovers and wildlife enthusiasts.
Schedule
- Pickup from Kigali Airport or your residence by Lion Safaris staff/driver guide.
- City tour of Kigali, including the Genocide Memorial and local markets.
- Lunch in Kigali and a scenic drive to Volcanoes National Park.
- Check in at your lodge, followed by dinner and an overnight stay.
- Early breakfast and transfer to the park headquarters for a briefing.
- Guided trek to see mountain gorillas in their natural habitat.
- Afterward, visit the twin lakes Bulera and Ruhondo.
- Return to your lodge for dinner and overnight.
- Morning breakfast and briefing at the park headquarters.
- Guided trek to encounter golden monkeys in their natural environment.
- Return to your lodge for dinner and relaxation.
- Morning drive to Lake Kivu after breakfast.
- Lunch followed by a boat ride exploring fishing villages, hot springs, birdlife, and islands.
- Dinner and overnight stay at a luxury lakeside hotel.
- Late breakfast and check-out from the hotel.
- Drive back to Kigali for your flight home or drop-off at your preferred location.
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Include
- Park fees (For non-residents)
- Chimp permits (One per person, non-resident)
- All activities (Unless labeled as optional)
- All accommodation (Unless listed as upgrade)
- A professional driver/guide
- All transportation (Unless labeled as optional)
- All Taxes/VAT
- Roundtrip airport transfer
- Meals (As specified in the day-by-day section)
- Drinking water (On all days)
Exclude
- International flights (From/to home)
- Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
- Tips (Tipping guideline US$10.00 pp per day)
- Personal items (Souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees, etc.)
- Government imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees
- Some meals (As specified in the day-by-day section)
- Visa