4-Day Volcano and Akagera National Park
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Upon landing in Rwanda, our professional guide will meet you at Kigali International Airport and escort you to your hotel. After a warm welcome, your guide will provide a detailed briefing about the upcoming tour. Following your journey, take some time to unwind and recharge for the exciting days ahead.
Main Destination: Kigali
Accommodation: Kigali Marriott Hotel, a luxury hotel located in Kigali
Meals & Drinks: All meals included, non-alcoholic drinks provided
Start your day early with a 5:00 a.m. departure from the hotel for a scenic three-hour drive to Akagera National Park. Upon arrival at the park's reception area, a briefing will be conducted at 8:00 a.m., followed by a thrilling game drive that traverses the park from south to north.
Highlights
Spend approximately six hours in the park, where you’ll have a chance to encounter the famous Big Five—lions, elephants, leopards, buffaloes, and rhinoceroses—alongside a variety of other wildlife, aquatic animals, and savannah flora. Depart Akagera around 2:00 p.m. to return to Kigali for an overnight stay.Main Destination: Akagera National Park
- Best Time to Visit: June to September and mid-December to mid-February, when wildlife spotting is easiest during the drier months.
- High Season: June to September (expect more visitors on weekends).
Accommodation: Kigali Serena Hotel, a luxury hotel located in Kigali
Meals & Drinks: All meals included, non-alcoholic drinks provided
Early Morning Trek
Depart the hotel at 5:00 a.m. for a two-and-a-half-hour journey to Volcanoes National Park. At 7:00 a.m., attend a pre-trek briefing before setting off on an extraordinary gorilla trekking experience led by expert guides and trackers.Gorilla Encounter
Once a gorilla family is located, visitors are allowed a magical hour to observe, photograph, and study these remarkable creatures in their natural habitat. Following the trek, return to your lodge for lunch and an evening of relaxation.Main Destination: Volcanoes National Park (Gorillas)
- Best Time to Visit: June to August (drier conditions make trekking easier).
- High Season: June to September (permits may be limited, so plan early).
- Wildlife Highlights:
- Gorillas (common)
- Buffalo (rare)
- Other species like chimpanzees and rhinos are not present.
Accommodation: Bisate Lodge, an exclusive luxury lodge bordering Volcanoes National Park
Meals & Drinks: All meals included, non-alcoholic drinks provided
Return to Kigali
After breakfast, depart the lodge at 9:00 a.m. for the three-hour return drive to Kigali. Enjoy lunch at the Kigali Serena Hotel and, in the afternoon, embark on a guided city tour. This includes visits to local markets and artisan shops, where you can purchase unique souvenirs to commemorate your Rwandan adventure. Afterward, return to your hotel to relax before your departure.Main Destination: Kigali
Accommodation: Not included (End of tour)
Meals & Drinks: All meals included, non-alcoholic drinks provided
