7-Day Rwanda Gorilla & Cultural Immersion

Journey overview

通过野生动物,文化和无时的风景探索千山之地

探索卢旺达通过一个难忘的七天的旅程,将非凡的野生动物相遇与丰富的文化体验和令人惊叹的风景相结合。从基加利的充满活力的街道和火山国家公园的雾霾的坡路,到基伍湖的宁静的海岸和古老的雨林 Nyungwe,这个精心策划的沙发展示了千山之地的最佳景点。与濒临灭绝的山地大猩猩猩面对面,沉浸在卢旺达的鼓舞人心的保护故事中,探索充满活力的当地社区,并在雨林笼罩下追踪野生黑猩猩。为寻求冒险和有意义的文化连接的旅行者设计,这个旅程提供了野生动物,舒适和发现的完美平衡。

Route at a glance

基加利 > 火山国家公园 > 基瓦湖 > 纽根韦国家公园 > 基加利

持续时间 7 days · 6 nights

Journey 导游私人Safari

Pace 平衡

最低年龄 All ages

Programme summary

Your journey at a glance

Day	地点 / 路线	Highlights	留下
1	Kigali International Airport to your hotel (10–15 km \| Approx. 20–45 minutes)	Airport meet & greet; Kigali orientation; Safari briefing; Optional sunset viewpoint	Kigali Serena Hotel; The Retreat by Heaven; Hotel des Mille Collines
2	Kigali to Volcanoes National Park (100–115 km \| Approx. 2.5–3.5 hours)	Scenic countryside drive; Iby'Iwacu Cultural Village; Traditional performances; Conservation presentation	Bisate Lodge; Sabyinyo Silverback Lodge; Five Volcanoes Boutique Hotel
3	Volcanoes National Park	Guided Gorilla Trekking; One-hour Gorilla encounter; Conservation insights	Bisate Lodge; Sabyinyo Silverback Lodge; Gorilla View Lodge
4	Volcanoes National Park to Lake Kivu (60–90 km \| Approx. 1.5–3 hours)	Lake Kivu; Scenic boat cruise; Traditional fishing villages; Sunset photography	Cleo Kivu Hotel; Inn on the Lake
5	Lake Kivu to Nyungwe National Park (120–160 km \| Approx. 3–4 hours)	Tea plantation experience; Scenic countryside; Nyungwe National Park	One&Only Nyungwe House; Nyungwe Top View Hotel
6	Nyungwe National Park	Chimpanzee trekking; Nyungwe Canopy Walk; Rainforest photography	One&Only Nyungwe House; Nyungwe Top View Hotel
7	Nyungwe National Park to Kigali (Approx. 4–5 hours)		—

The essentials

您的旅行包括什么

Included

All national park entrance and conservation fees as specified in the itinerary.
Gorilla and chimpanzee trekking permits (one permit per guest).
Accommodation as specified under your selected category (High-End, Luxury or Mid-Range).
Meals as indicated throughout the itinerary (Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner).
Services of a professional English-speaking driver-guide, experienced park rangers, trackers and local guides during all trekking activities.
Private ground transportation in a comfortable, safari-equipped 4×4 vehicle with fuel and driver.
Bottled drinking water during all road transfers and guided excursions.
Lake Kivu boat cruise.
Guided tea plantation experience.
Iby'Iwacu Cultural Village visit.
Nyungwe Forest Canopy Walk.
Pre-departure travel documentation, permit processing and safari preparation support.
All sightseeing, game drives and activities specifically mentioned in the itinerary.
Airport meet and greet with private arrival and departure transfers.
All applicable government taxes and statutory levies.

Not included

International and regional flights to and from Rwanda.
Rwanda entry visa (where applicable).
Comprehensive travel, medical and emergency evacuation insurance (strongly recommended and mandatory for trekking activities).
Personal expenses including laundry, telephone calls, souvenirs and premium beverages unless otherwise stated.
Tips and gratuities for driver-guides, park rangers, trackers, lodge staff and porters (at your discretion; 10–15% is customary for exceptional service).
Optional activities or excursions not specifically included in the itinerary.
Meals and beverages not specified within the itinerary.
Early check-in or late check-out at hotels and lodges unless otherwise stated.
Any additional services requested during the journey.

Day by day

Your itinerary

7 days

Day 01

Welcome to the Land of a Thousand Hills

Kigali International Airport to your hotel (10–15 km | Approx. 20–45 minutes)

HighlightsAirport meet & greet; Kigali orientation; Safari briefing; Optional sunset viewpoint

Upon arrival at Kigali International Airport, your private safari guide will warmly welcome you before transferring you to your luxury hotel. Take time to relax before joining your guide for a personalized safari briefing covering your permits, trekking preparations and the exciting experiences awaiting you over the coming week. If time allows, enjoy an optional visit to one of Kigali's scenic viewpoints as the city begins to glow beneath the evening sky.

Meals晚餐

Accommodation

Kigali Serena Hotel; The Retreat by Heaven; Hotel des Mille Collines

02日

Where Culture Meets Conservation

Kigali to Volcanoes National Park (100–115 km | Approx. 2.5–3.5 hours)

HighlightsScenic countryside drive; Iby'Iwacu Cultural Village; Traditional performances; Conservation presentation

Travel north through Rwanda's spectacular terraced countryside towards the iconic Virunga Volcanoes. This afternoon, immerse yourself in Rwanda's living traditions during a visit to the Iby'Iwacu Cultural Village, where former hunters, local artisans and community elders share traditional music, dance, storytelling and ancient skills that have been preserved through generations. Later, enjoy a conservation presentation highlighting Rwanda's remarkable wildlife protection efforts.

MealsBreakfast • Lunch • Dinner

Accommodation

Bisate Lodge; Sabyinyo Silverback Lodge; Five Volcanoes Boutique Hotel

Day 03

The Defining Encounter

Volcanoes National Park

HighlightsGuided Gorilla Trekking; One-hour Gorilla encounter; Conservation insights

Today delivers one of Africa's most unforgettable wildlife experiences. After an early briefing with Rwanda Development Board rangers, venture into Volcanoes National Park in search of a habituated mountain gorilla family. Each trek is unique, but the reward is always extraordinary. Once located, you'll spend one remarkable hour observing these gentle giants as they interact naturally within their forest home while your guide shares fascinating insights into their behavior and conservation. Possible Wildlife: Mountain Gorillas • Forest Birds • Golden Monkeys (occasionally)

MealsBreakfast • Lunch • Dinner

Accommodation

Bisate Lodge; Sabyinyo Silverback Lodge; Gorilla View Lodge

Day 04

The Shores of Lake Kivu

Volcanoes National Park to Lake Kivu (60–90 km | Approx. 1.5–3 hours)

HighlightsLake Kivu; Scenic boat cruise; Traditional fishing villages; Sunset photography

Leave the volcanic highlands behind as you travel towards the peaceful shores of Lake Kivu. Spend the afternoon enjoying a leisurely boat cruise, visiting picturesque islands and traditional fishing communities, or simply relaxing while taking in one of Rwanda's most beautiful landscapes.

MealsBreakfast • Lunch • Dinner

Accommodation

Cleo Kivu Hotel; Inn on the Lake

Day 05

Journey Through Rwanda's Tea Country

Lake Kivu to Nyungwe National Park (120–160 km | Approx. 3–4 hours)

HighlightsTea plantation experience; Scenic countryside; Nyungwe National Park

Enjoy a relaxed morning before travelling south through Rwanda's rolling highlands. Along the way, visit one of the country's renowned tea estates, where you'll discover the journey from freshly picked tea leaves to the finished product while enjoying panoramic views across endless green plantations. Continue into the ancient rainforest of Nyungwe National Park, where you'll spend the evening surrounded by one of Africa's richest ecosystems.

MealsBreakfast • Lunch • Dinner

Accommodation

One&Only Nyungwe House; Nyungwe Top View Hotel

第06天

Life Above the Rainforest

Nyungwe National Park

HighlightsChimpanzee trekking; Nyungwe Canopy Walk; Rainforest photography

Begin the morning tracking wild chimpanzees through Nyungwe Forest before experiencing the famous Canopy Walk suspended high above the forest floor. The elevated walkway provides spectacular views across the rainforest canopy while offering exceptional opportunities to observe birds, primates and the remarkable biodiversity that makes Nyungwe one of Africa's most important rainforests. Possible Wildlife: Chimpanzees • Black-and-white Colobus Monkeys • L'Hoest's Monkeys • Great Blue Turaco

MealsBreakfast • Lunch • Dinner

Accommodation

One&Only Nyungwe House; Nyungwe Top View Hotel

第07天

Until We Meet Again

Nyungwe National Park to Kigali (Approx. 4–5 hours)

After breakfast, begin your scenic journey back to Kigali, travelling through Rwanda's beautiful countryside before arriving at Kigali International Airport for your onward departure. Although your journey comes to an end today, the memories of Rwanda's mountain gorillas, rainforest adventures, vibrant culture and warm hospitality will remain with you for years to come.

MealsBreakfast • Lunch

Season	Travel dates	Adult sharing
High SeasonBest trekking conditions, cooler temperatures. Prices vary by accommodation level (Mid-Range, Luxury, High-End). Gorilla permit included (US$1,500 value).	June - September & December - February	USD 6,800
High SeasonLuxury accommodation level. Best trekking conditions, cooler temperatures. Gorilla permit included (US$1,500 value).	June - September & December - February	USD 9,500
High SeasonHigh-End accommodation level. Best trekking conditions, cooler temperatures. Gorilla permit included (US$1,500 value).	June - September & December - February	USD 12,800
Low SeasonMid-Range accommodation level. Lush landscapes, fewer visitors, occasional showers. Gorilla permit included (US$1,500 value).	March - May & October - November	USD 6,200
Low SeasonLuxury accommodation level. Lush landscapes, fewer visitors, occasional showers. Gorilla permit included (US$1,500 value).	March - May & October - November	USD 8,800
Low SeasonHigh-End accommodation level. Lush landscapes, fewer visitors, occasional showers. Gorilla permit included (US$1,500 value).	March - May & October - November	USD 11,900

7天卢旺达大猩猩与文化沉浸

通过野生动物,文化和无时的风景探索千山之地

Your journey at a glance

您的旅行包括什么

Included

Not included

Your itinerary

Welcome to the Land of a Thousand Hills

Where Culture Meets Conservation

The Defining Encounter

The Shores of Lake Kivu

Journey Through Rwanda's Tea Country

Life Above the Rainforest

Until We Meet Again

Journey rates USD · Per person

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