We will pick you up in Kigali and drive you to Volcanoes National Park. Depending on the departure time from Kigali, you may be able to enjoy a complimentary Kigali city tour before traveling to northern Rwanda, visiting the Kimihurura market and the Kigali Genocide Museum. After a 2-hour drive from Kigali to Ruhengeri/Musanze, we will visit the Iby’iwacu Cultural Experience (also known as Gorilla Guardians Village) in Kinigi.
Reisroute
De droomreis van een wildliefhebber die twee landen omspant: de Rwanda wildlife tour. Verken de wonderen van vulkaanlandschappen, spoor de bedreigde berggorilla's op om ze in hun natuurlijke omgeving te zien, spot luipaarden, leeuwen, buffels, nijlpaarden en olifanten tijdens gamedrives en boottochten door Akagera National Park. En doe mee aan een canopy walk en chimpansee trekking in Nyungwe National Park.
Reisprogramma
Dagen 1
Pick-up in Kigali stad en transfer naar Volcanoes National Park
Startpunt
Kigali, Rwanda
Dagen 2
Gorillatrekking in het Vulcanoes National Park
Day 2 is the day for trekking into the wilderness to spot the rare local animals. You will head to the Volcanoes National Park gate immediately after breakfast to get a briefing about the gorilla trek. The national park guide will conduct the presentation that covers the basics of what to expect during the gorilla trek and instruct you on how to behave in order to ensure the safety of guests and the animals. You will then embark on your tracking adventure, making your way through the rainforest until you find a family of mountain gorillas. The gorilla trek can take from 3 to 6 hours on average, depending on how far the gorillas are inside the forest. It could last longer, so be prepared just in case! In the afternoon, you may visit the Ellen DeGeneres Centre to learn about the conservation efforts of Dian Fossey.
Dagen 3
Gouden aap trektocht in Vulcanoes Nationaal Park & transfer naar het Kivumeer
We will start the day with a golden monkey trekking adventure in Volcanoes National Park. This primate is native to the high-altitude forests of the park. Once we have seen their playful interactions, we will head out of the park and transfer to Lake Kivu (Kibuye area). The transfer to Lake Kivu will take about 3hrs.
Dagen 4
Transfer van Lake Kivu naar Nyungwe NP en Canopy wandeling
Transfer to Nyungwe Forest National Park. The drive from Lake Kivu (Kibuye area) to Nyungwe Forest National Park is estimated to take about 3-4hrs. Join the Nyungwe Canopy walk in the afternoon in the Nyungwe forest. Dinner and overnight at Nyungwe Forest.
Dagen 5
Chimpansee trekking in Nyungwe en terugrit naar Kigali
After breakfast, we will drive to Nyungwe Forest to experience tracking the chimpanzees in their forest home. Nyungwe Forest is a haven for chimp trekking in Rwanda and visitors have more than a 50% chance of encountering the animals. If you are lucky, on the Nyungwe trek you might encounter different species of primates that call the area home. These include the Rwenzori colobus, blue monkey, L'Hoest's monkey, and red-tailed monkey. After the chimp trek, drive back to Kigali for dinner and overnight.
Dagen 6
Transfer naar Akagera National Park voor wildrit en boottocht
Transfer to Akagera National Park for Game drives and boat trips on Lake Ihema. Visit Rwanda’s only savannah safari park! This spectacular Akagera National Park is the best wildlife safari destination in Rwanda, proving why wildlife safaris in Rwanda are a once-in-a-lifetime experience. Learn about and see various wildlife, including giraffes, buffalos, hippos, and many more. The plan for the day is to do an afternoon or evening boat trip. And if time permits, join a night game drive. Dinner and overnight at Akagera National Park.
Dagen 7
Hele dag wild rijden in Akagera en transfer terug naar Kigali
Spend the day exploring Rwanda’s only savannah safari park! This spectacular Akagera National Park is the best wildlife safari destination in Rwanda, proving why wildlife safaris in Rwanda are a once-in-a-lifetime experience. Learn about and see various wildlife, including giraffes, buffalos, hippos, and many more. This trip is the perfect addition to a gorilla trekking experience in Rwanda. While the game drive will take the full day exploring the southern and northern sections of the park, we will make sure to exit the park before the standard closing time of 6pm and also make sure to arrive in Kigali before it gets dark. We will then drop you off at Kigali International Airport or the hotel. This will be the end of the 7-day Rwanda adventure with Bamboo Ecotours.
Eindpunt
Kigali, Rwanda
Annuleringsbeleid
Please make sure to read the following terms and conditions set by Bamboo Ecotours regarding our safari services. It is entirely upon the client to read and understand these terms and conditions before finalizing a safari with Bamboo Ecotours. We welcome questions in case there is anything that needs further clarification.
1) Proposed Itinerary: Upon receiving an inquiry, Bamboo Ecotours will propose activities and lodging options for the safari. All proposed activities and places for accommodation are not considered final until the trip is paid for and confirmed by both the client and Bamboo Ecotours in writing.
2) Tour Inclusion: All tours specify what is included in the itinerary at the point the tour is confirmed between Bamboo Ecotours and the client. Bamboo Ecotours will work with the client to arrange activities, transport, park entrance fees, guides, lodging, and meals as requested by the client. Bamboo Ecotours is in no way obliged to cover any expenses not included in the agreed itinerary with the client.
3) Tour Exclusion: Bamboo Ecotours trips do not cover international flights, travel medical expenses, visa fees, drinks of any kind, gifts, tips, and other costs not included in the trip itinerary.
4) Pricing Policy: The quotation and terms there in agreed by Bamboo Ecotours and the client are final. However, when booking is in advance for gorilla permits and suddenly there comes a statutory raise in gorilla permit trekking fees, Bamboo Ecotours deserves the right to revise, change or alter the agreed tour quotation and itinerary to cover for the changes in trekking rates.
5) Gorilla tracking permits: Gorilla trekking permits are a property of the national park management and are subject to availability. Bamboo Ecotours can only guarantee availability of trekking permits after a trip inquiry is submitted. We encourage all prospective clients to make reservation for trekking permits way in advance of trekking. A 100% full payment for gorilla permits is mandatory when booking at least three months to tracking date. Gorilla trekking permit fees are 100% non-refundable but may be transferrable in very rare circumstances.
6) Cancellation Policy: Requests for cancellation (excluding gorilla permits) must be raised in writing. Bamboo Ecotours reserves the right not to honor any cancellation request not issued in writing. When cancellation is effected 25-35 days prior to the trip, a 50% charge will apply, 75% will be charged on cancellations effected within 2-25 days, and no refund will be issued with cancellation of 48 hours or less. Bamboo Ecotours reserves the right to deduct all processing fees and bank dues before a cancellation is finalized. For cancellation of gorilla permits, refer to policy #4 above.
7) Invoices and payments: Once the client has determined to purchase a tour and agreed with Bamboo Ecotours on the final rates, an invoice will be issued to the client and a payment should be scheduled in accordance with the terms stipulated in the invoice. Once the payment is received by Bamboo Ecotours, a confirmation of receipt shall be shared with the client.
8) Accommodation: Bamboo Ecotours will reserve accommodation as agreed upon with the client. However, accommodation is subject to availability especially around national parks. Bamboo Ecotours reserves the right to book accommodation within any distance to the tour activity point as long as the distance does not impede the client to enjoy the benefits of the tour. Bamboo Ecotours normally serves clients interested in budget and mid-range accommodation options. Clients interested in luxury accommodation should expect higher rates for tours.
Reisinformatie
Accommodatie
Accommodatie in middenklasse/comfortabele lodges
Vervoer
Vervoer in een 4x4 safarivoertuig
Verzekering
Verzekering is niet inbegrepen. Reisverzekering is verplicht voor deze reis. Zorg ervoor dat je voldoende verzekerd bent.
Optioneel
- Culturele en gemeenschapservaringen
Extra diensten
- Visa, reisverzekering
- Alle kosten van persoonlijke aard & fooien
Extra diensten
- Vergunningen voor gorilla- en chimpanseetrektochten
- Alle park entreegelden
Maaltijden
Alle maaltijden verzorgd door de lodges
Gids
Engels sprekende gids/chauffeur
Goed om te weten
Valuta
RWF
Rwanda Franc
Rwanda
Stekkers en adapters
Stekkertype J
Klantbeoordelingen
Operator
Faq Tour
How can I book a tour?
You can order a tour on our website by selecting the desired dates and clicking the “Confirm dates” button. You can also contact our sales department by phone or email.
Which payment options are available?
We accept credit cards, bank transfers and other popular payment methods.
Can I change or cancel my reservation?
Yes, changes or cancellations are possible, however penalties may apply depending on the time before the tour starts.
What documents are required to participate in the tour?
You will need a passport with a valid visa (if required) to visit countries along the tour route.
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