9 Days Rwanda Safari Adventure
9 Days Rwanda Safari Adventure
This 9 Days Rwanda Safari Adventure is an exclusive Rwanda Safari holiday with a perfect blend of adventure, luxury and wildlife encounters. This Rwanda safari adventure commences with arrival in the vibrant capital of Kigali, where you will spend a night immersing yourself in the rich culture and horrific history of Rwanda.
Then, set off into the heart of the majestic Virunga Mountains where you will spend two nights and embark on an unforgettable gorilla trekking experience, coming face to face with these gentle giants in their natural habitat.
Continue your Rwanda safari and set sail on the serene waters of Lake Kivu aboard the Mantis Kivu Queen. Over the course of two nights, you will relax and unwind while cruising along the tranquil shores, soaking in breathtaking vistas and enjoying unparalleled hospitality.
The climax of your journey is the two nights at the Mantis Kivu Marina Bot, nestled amidst lush forests. Here you will have the opportunity to encounter another fascinating primate species – the chimpanzees on a guided trek to Nyungwe Forest.
Your 9 Days Rwanda Safari Adventure concludes with a return to Kigali City.
Highlights of 9 Days Rwanda Safari Adventure
Day 1: Arrival in Kigali
Day 2-3: Volcanoes National Park
Day 4-5: Lake Kivu
Day 6-7: Nyungwe Forest National Park
Day 8: Kigali City
Day 9: Departure
Detailed Itinerary of 9 Days Rwanda Safari Adventure
Day 1: Arrival in Kigali
On arrival at Kigali International Airport, you will meet our representative who will assist you with your luggage and transfer you to the hotel. Depending on your flight time, you can go for a Kigali City Tour visiting the Kigali Genocide Memorial and Kimironko Market among other amazing sites.
Return to your lodge for dinner and overnight stay at Hotel des Milles Collines.
Meal Plan: Dinner
Day 2-3: Volcanoes National Park
In the morning you depart for a guided tour of Kigali City including a visit the Genocide Museum and lunch. Continue to Volcanoes National Park reaching at your lodge in the afternoon.
In the next day you will enjoy an early night before the morning trek in the forests of Volcanoes National Park to see the Mountain Gorillas. No other wildlife encounter in Africa matches the astounding experience of spending time face – to face with mountain gorillas. Your professional guide and tracker lead you into the forest looking for a habituated gorilla family. Once found, you will approach the gorillas quietly and settle down to observe them for a maximum of an hour. You can watch them while they forage and groom each other, and if there are babies around they will surely entertain you with their tumbles and play.
Return to your lodge for dinner and overnight stay.
Accommodation: Virunga Lodge
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Day 4-5: Lake Kivu
After breakfast, you will depart to the shores of Lake Kivu and board the Kivu Queen on Saturday, as she sails south from Gisenyi sailing 2 nights to Nyamasheke.
Mantis Kivu Queen Burange is a one-of-a-luxury expedition vessel that allows you to explore the stunning African Great Lake, Lake Kivu. This beautiful lake forms Rwanda’s western boundary and is renowned for its fishing industry, preserving the traditional methods of Rwandan people. As you sail on the 2 night experience, you will be immersed in the splendor of the Kivu belt, filled with lush flora, diverse fauna, and enchanting nature surrounding you.
Your meals are included on board, simply sit back, and relax while you glide on the lake.
Day 6-7: Nyungwe Forest National Park
Today the boat will be moored in the bay, a Kivu Queen tender boat will board you to the public beach (no jetty) where you will meet up with your guide and vehicle and continue for the 2 nights stay.
You will enjoy an early night, to prepare for an encounter with the chimpanzees in Nyungwe Forest, the next morning.
The dense canopy of trees that dominate Nyungwe Forest is home to around 500 chimpanzees, which live in troops of varying sizes. Of these, two are habituated to visitors – although they are not quite as relaxed as mountain gorillas. with rugged terrain and dense vegetation, the trek can be quite strenuous but the pace is slow and the rainforest environment with its array of birds and other wildlife is captivating.
Your guide will be able to stay with the chimpanzees for only one hour once spotted.
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Accommodation: Mantis Kivu Marina Bay Hotel
Day 8: Kigali City
After breakfast, depart for the drive back to Kigali, with a lunch stop en-route and a visit to Butare’s National Museum. Continue your journey back to Kigali arriving in the evening, check in at your lodge for dinner and overnight stay.
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Accommodation: Hotel des Mille Collines
Day 9: Departure
After breakfast, you are transferred to the airport for your onward flight.
Meal Plan: Breakfast
End of 9 Days Rwanda Safari Adventure
