DETAILED ITINERARY:
Day 1: Arrival at Kigali International Airport.
Upon arrival at the airport, you will be warmly welcomed by our driver guide who will then take you to your hotel in Kigali for an overnight and dinner.
Day Itinerary
- TBA: Arrival at Kigali International Airport.
- TBA: VIP Meet & greet assistance through immigration.
- TBA: Pick up from Kigali International Airport for a 25-minute transfer to your hotel.
- TBA: Check-in at the hotel
- TBA: Dinner and overnight stay at the hotel.
Overnight and Dinner:
- Kigali Marriot Hotel
- Kigali Serena Hotel (Alternative)
Meal Plan: Dinner.
Day 2: The Bishops House Rwanda, Musanze
Musanze
The bustling city of Musanze, also referred to as Ruhengeri, is situated in northwest Rwanda. Musanze is the hub of Rwanda’s gorilla trekking tourism route, offering many cafes, bars, and restaurants. It serves as the gateway to the spectacular Volcanoes National Park and is encircled by a number of attractions including the towering Mount Karisimbi, one of five impressive volcanoes in the park; the bat-filled Musanze Caves; and the beautiful twin lakes of Burera and Ruhondo – set against a spectacular backdrop of rolling green hills. Musanze is known as one of the best places in East Africa to track mountain gorillas and visitors flock here to view these majestic mountain apes.
Kigali Genocide Memorial & Museum
Located just outside of Kigali City Centre in the Gasabo district, Kigali Genocide Memorial & Museum was created by a joint partnership of the Kigali City Council and the UK-based Aegis Trust. The centre is an extremely moving, challenging, educational and ultimately inspiring as well as a great place to understand the cause, tragedy and successful rebuilding post-genocide.
The memorial hosts a tour which is transparent and educational but very sombre and humbling when guests realize that over 250,000 deceased are buried on the site of the memorial.
Day Itinerary
- 0800: Begin the day with breakfast.
- 0900: Transfer to Kigali Genocide Memorial Museum for a visit
- 1030: Transfer to Volcanoes.
- 1300: Estimated time of arrival and check-in
- 1320: Lunch at the hotel.
- 1500: Take part in complementary activities at the Lodge.
- 1800: Dinner and Overnight stay at your Lodge.
Overnight:
- Bishop House Rwanda
- Virunga Inn Resort & Spa (Alternative)
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner.
Day 3: The Bishops House Rwanda, Musanze
Gorilla Trekking Volcanoes National Park
Gorilla Trekking in the Volcanoes National Park offers visitors the unique opportunity of discovering the 10 families of gorillas that live within the national park. Visitors can enjoy a cup of coffee before the trek starts and will be separated into groups of 8 depending on their physical abilities. Each group is guided by a guide and two scouts who are well trained in emergency situations. The amount of time set aside per trek is different depending on where the gorilla family is situated. Some trips may take as little as half an hour and some taking the better part of the day.
The Ellen DeGeneres Campus of the Dian Fossey Gorilla Fund
The Ellen DeGeneres Campus of the Dian Fossey Gorilla Fund is an expansive, 12-acre property that rests adjacent to the Volcanoes National Park in northern Rwanda. The campus showcases the best in sustainable architecture, local resourcing, and environmentally responsible practices and will offer state-of-the-art laboratories, a scientific conservation library, and meeting space for large groups. The goal of the campus is to inspire everyone who visits, to cherish gorillas and encourage a lifetime of conservation.
Day Itinerary
- 0600: Begin the day with a morning breakfast.
- 0630: Transfer to the park headquarters for gorilla trekking briefing.
- 0800: Start the gorilla trekking in Volcanoes National Park.
- 1200: Estimated time of returning from the jungle.
- 1230: Transfer back to the Lodge.
- 1300: Lunch at the Lodge.
- 1500: Afternoon visit Ellen DeGeneres Gorilla Fund Museum.
- 1800: Dinner and overnight stay at your lodge.
Overnight:
- Bishop House Rwanda
- Virunga Inn Resort & Spa (Alternative)
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner.
Day 4: End of Itinerary
Start the day with morning breakfast and drive to Volcanoes National Park for Golden Monkey Tracking offers visitors a unique experience of catching a glimpse of the endangered Golden Monkey. These striking primates with their bright orange fur contrasting the green rainforests of the Virunga Mountains is a photographer’s dream. The Golden Monkey can be found in very few places outside of Volcanoes National Park, and their vibrant colours, energetic demeanour, and sizeable troupes of up to 30 individuals are indeed a sight to behold.
Day Itinerary
- 0800: Begin the day with a morning breakfast.
- 0900: Drive and return to Kigali.
- 1200: Estimated arrival time at the airport.
- TBA: Flight time out of Kigali International Airport to be advised.
Meal Plan: Breakfast
END OF YOUR TOUR WITH US!!
QUOTES:
STAYING AT KIGALI MARRIOTT HOTEL & THE BISHOP’S HOUSE
2 PAX: USD 5,640 per person sharing
4 PAX: USD 5,320 per person sharing
6 PAX: USD 5,210 per person sharing
STAYING AT KIGALI SERENA HOTEL & VIRUNGA INN RESORT & SPA
2 PAX: USD 5,000 per person sharing
4 PAX: USD 4,690 per person sharing
6 PAX: USD 4,560 per person sharing
Includes:
- VIP Meet and greet assistance on arrival.
- Airport and inter-hotel transfers from day 1 to the last day.
- All activities as highlighted in the itinerary.
- 1 Night accommodation in Kigali on arrival on a half-board basis.
- 2 Nights at Volcanoes National Park.
- 1 Gorilla permit per person (this includes briefing at RDB offices, guide, and trek – US$ 1500.-)
- Kigali Genocide Memorial Visit.
- Exclusive use of a private safari land cruiser 4×4 with WI-FI in receptive areas.
- Services of a professional, experienced English-speaking driver guide.
- Visit the Ellen DeGenrous Gorilla Fund Museum.
- Bottled mineral water in the vehicle during the tour.
- Emergency Medical Evacuation Services.
Excluded
- International and domestic airline tickets unless where indicated,
- All extra activities, visits, entrances, and extra meals/drinks are not mentioned in the itinerary.
- Entry visa fees,
- Optional extras whilst in Kigali.
- Drinks throughout the trip,
- Tips and gratuities,
- Personal expenses such as telephone calls, mini bar, porterage, travel insurance, etc.
Notes:
- The passport should be valid for at least 6 months from the date of departure.
- Above is just a quote and no services are confirmed at present.
- Confirmation of Hotels and other services is subject to availability.
- Rates are subject to availability at the time of booking.
Passenger Information: –
– In case of non-availability, we may have to reroute and provide alternative accommodation at lodges of similar category.
– Passengers should bring only soft sided bags on safaris as our vehicles have limited luggage space
– All the passengers must have Identification Card/Passport with them throughout their travel.
