Your journey begins with a picturesque transfer from Kigali to Rwanda’s southern province. En route, you explore the revered Royal Palace in Nyanza, learning about pre-colonial monarchy and traditional life. Enjoy lunch before continuing to Nyungwe, settling into your exquisite lodge as dusk descends, preparing for your forest adventures.
Start your day early with breakfast before heading into Nyungwe Forest for your Chimpanzee Trekking experience. Led by experts, you will trek through lush terrain, observing these intelligent primates for a magical hour. Return for lunch. In the afternoon, choose between an exhilarating canopy walk high above the trees, or a tranquil guided hike to a beautiful waterfall
After breakfast, embark on Rwanda’s scenic Kivu Belt Road. Every turn reveals stunning views of Lake Kivu, lush hillsides, and tea plantations. Enjoy a delightful lakeside lunch in Gisenyi. Later, your journey continues north to Musanze, the base for Volcanoes National Park. Unwind at your exquisite lodge, ready for tomorrow’s remarkable gorilla encounter.
After an early breakfast, head back to Volcanoes National Park for your Golden Monkey Trek. This delightful, shorter hike allows you to observe these playful primates leaping through bamboo forests, offering wonderful photographic opportunities. Enjoy lunch at the lodge. Your comfortable transfer then takes you back to Kigali for your onward departure, carrying cherished memories of Rwanda’s captivating wild heart.
