Overview
This ultra-luxury Rwanda safari is
designed for dedicated primate
enthusiasts. Explore Nyungwe National
Park’s montane forests to encounter
chimpanzees and Angolan colobus
monkeys, hike the Dian Fossey trail in
Volcanoes National Park, and experience
an intimate gorilla encounter. Each day
combines wildlife immersion, guided
hikes, and stays in Rwanda’s finest lodges
with private services, gourmet dining, and
exceptional views of lush landscapes.
Itinerary
Duration: 7 Days / 6 Nights
Style: Ultra-Luxury Lodge & Trekking
Safari
Focus: Gorillas, chimpanzees, and colobus
monkeys; immersive primate experiences
Best Time: June – September & December
– February
Day 01 :
Arrival in Kigali – Transfer to Nyungwe National Park
- Arrive at Kigali International Airport
(KGL). - Scenic drive to Nyungwe National Park
(~4–5 hours). - Orientation and relaxation at the lodge.
- Accommodation: One&Only Nyungwe
House (Luxury Room)
Day 02 :
Chimpanzee Trekking & Canopy Walk
- Morning: Guided chimpanzee trek
through dense montane forest. - Afternoon: Canopy walkway adventure
for birdwatching and forest perspectives. - Evening: Private dinner with views over
the rainforest. - Accommodation: One&Only Nyungwe
House (Luxury Room)
Day 03 :
Colobus Monkey Trek & Tea Plantation Visit
- Morning trek to observe large troops of
Angolan colobus monkeys. - Afternoon visit to a working tea
plantation for cultural and scenic
immersion. - Accommodation: One&Only Nyungwe
House (Luxury Room)
Day 04 :
Scenic Drive to Lake Kivu & Volcanoes
- Drive along the “Congo-Nile Trail” to
Gisenyi for lakeside relaxation. - Continue north to Musanze with scenic
stops en route. - Accommodation: Five Volcanoes
Boutique Hotel (Luxury Suite)
Day 05 :
Gorilla Trekking in Volcanoes National Park
- Early morning: Guided gorilla trekking
(1–4 hours), observing a habituated gorilla
family for one hour. - Afternoon: Relaxation or optional spa at
the lodge. - Accommodation: Five Volcanoes
Boutique Hotel (Luxury Suite)
Day 06 :
Dian Fossey Hike & Karisoke Research Center Visit
- Challenging guided hike to the Dian
Fossey Tomb and the former Karisoke
Research Center. - Optional photography and forest
observation stops. - Accommodation: Five Volcanoes
Boutique Hotel (Luxury Suite)
Day 07 :
Return to Kigali & Departure
- Morning: Leisurely drive back to Kigali,
possible coffee plantation stop. - Transfer to Kigali International Airport
for your international departure.
Includes/Excludes
Cost Includes
- • Private transfers with luxury vehicle and
- professional guide
- • Gorilla and chimpanzee permits, colobus
- monkey treks
- • 6 nights’ ultra-luxury accommodation
- (full board, B&B in Kigali if needed)
- • All park fees and scheduled activities
- • Guided treks, cultural visits, and canopy
- walkway experiences
- • Personalized gourmet dining and private
- lodge services
- • AMREF Flying Doctor emergency
- evacuation cover
Cost Excludes
- • International flights & visas
- • Travel & medical insurance
- • Tips & gratuities
- • Premium personal purchases and
- optional activities not mentioned