DAY 1: ARRIVAL AT KIGALI INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT

Pick up from airport and transfer to the hotel where you will get a detailed briefing from your guide and be transferred to the hotel. Dinner and overnight at Marriott

DAY 2: KIGALI CITY EXPLORATION & THE ECO-TOURISM URBAN WETLAND NYANDUNGU,

Start historical-minded exploration of Kigali city with visits to landmarks from colonial, post-independence, genocide and post-genocide times such as the Kigali Genocide memorial site where over 250,000 genocide victims were put to rest in mass graves, Dr. Richard Kandt Museum who was the first Germany explorer to settle in Kigali. Belgian camp where they killed the 10 Belgian UN soldiers who were protecting the moderate prime minister before the start of genocide. Visit Kimironko local market to buy souvenirs.

Lunch and transfer to Eco-tourism park nyandungu which provides visitors with a chance to visit a medicinal garden which showcases indigenous and native plants that have been found to possess medicinal value, the Papal Garden, whose name is derived from the historic visit by Pope John Paul II to Rwanda in 1990, various water ponds located in the park named after different lakes in Rwanda including Muhazi, Kivu, Ruhondo and Ihema which provide a comfortable place for visitors to take a health break amidst the serene natural environment. All these provide a birding experience to visitors

Accommodation: Radisson blu/ Marriotte/Kigali Serena hotel.

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DAY 3: TRANSFER TO AKAGERA NATIONAL PARK – BOAT-RIDE AT LAKE IHEMA

Transfer to Akagera National Park for a game drive, which provides visitor an opportunity to see over 12 species of antelopes, over 525 species of birds including the rare ones such as the shoe bill stock, papyrus gonolek and the big 5 i.e. Lion, Leopard, Rhino, Buffalo and Elephant. The park has the highest concentration of birds per square kilometer, very beautiful undulating landscapes, high species numbers and endemic species plus historical and cultural sites inside the park.

In the afternoon, drive to Lake Ihema for the thrilling boat ride to see schools of hippos, giant Nile crocodiles, different water birds among others. Overnight: – akagera game lodge /ruzizi tented lodge

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DAY 4: FULL DAY GAME DRIVE IN AKAGERA NATIONAL PARK

Breakfast then start a game drive in search for the unseen wildlife such as; some of the 12 species of antelopes including the biggest antelopes such as the eland cape and roan antelopes, some of the 525-bird species including 4 Albertine rift endemics, reptiles, amphibians, plants, magnificent landscapes, historical sites; a place with the highest concentration of birds per square kilometer in any national park of Africa and hundreds of hippos among others. Overnight at Ruzizi tented lodge.

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DAY 5: TRANSFER FROM AKAGERA TO NYUNGWE RAIN FOREST – ENROUTE VISIT MUSEUMS

After breakfast at your hotel, check out from the hotel assisted in by our representative and head to Nyungwe forest enroute visit the King’s palace in Nyanza and traditional Rwanda homes.

Proceed to Butare where there the Ethnographic museum (it used to be the Rwanda National Museum) located in Huye district, very big museum rich in history. You get to explore how Rwandans lived, their dressing, cooking, entertaining methods among others.

Lunch in Butare followed by the drive to Nyungwe National Park. Dinner and overnight at One&only Nyungwe House

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Day 6: COLOBUS MONKEY TREKKING & CANOPY WALK WAY IN NYUNGWE NATIONAL PARK.

Early morning breakfast at the hotel then drive to the Park reception for the briefing and grouping followed by the tracking of primates including owl-faced and colobus monkeys. Lunch at the hotel and refreshment.

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Afternoon visit the famous canopy walk way, a 70m high artificial bridge. One of its kind in East Africa, get to see the beautiful views of the thick forest and different bird species at the crown of the trees. Dinner and overnight at One and only Nyungwe House.

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Day 7: WATERFALL HIKE & TRANSFER TO KIBUYE – LAKE KIVU

Breakfast then return to the park reception for briefing and grouping then starts the hike to the beautiful waterfall in the Park, you will get to see beautiful trails, fauna and flora.

Afternoon drive to Kibuye at Lake Kivu. The Rwanda’s most attractive of lake ports, nestled in a series of interwoven and undulating hills and offering visitors spectacular views of the lake, its islands and the stunning surrounding countryside. It is considered one of Rwanda’s hidden treasures, with its lush green hills and peaceful breeze. Overnight stay at Cormoran lodge.

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DAY 8: BOAT CRUISE TO VISIT NAPOLEON AND AMAHORO ISLANDS & AFTERNOON AT LEISURE

Breakfast then drive to Launch as you enjoy the views of the Lake. Transfer to the shores of the Lake Kivu to enjoy a boat ride to visit the Napoleon and Amahoro Islands to see a number of colorful birds, clouds of big fruit bats, learn the history of the lake and the beautiful views of the Lake surroundings. Overnight: Cormoran lodge

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DAY 9: TRANSFER TO GISENYI – LAKE KIVU & VISIT HOT SPRING

Transfer to Gisenyi on the Lake Kivu check in at the hotel. Afternoon visit the fishing village and do the boat ride with traditional fishermen, Hot spring. Overnight at kivu Serena hotel

Day 10: TRANSFER TO KIGALI STOP IN MUSANZE.

After breakfast at the hotel, enjoy the morning Lake views, later drive to Kigali. Stop in Musanze and get to view a range of the Volcano Mountains, have lunch and head to Kigali. Drop off to your hotel or Airport according to your schedule.

Inclusions

  • Airport transfers
  • Private transportation in a 4×4 jeep
  • Accommodation
  • All meals and soft drinks
  • Water on board
  • All tours as per the itinerary
  • Taxes and administrative costs.

Exclusions

  • Visas
  • Flights
  • Travel and health insurance
  • Alcoholic beverages and other caffeine drinks
  • Personal expenses on laundry, tips, shopping, etc.
  • Photography where charged
  • Any other optional activity NOT mentioned in the itinerary.