The Great Rwanda Escape
10 Days Starting from $9750USD Per Person
Day 1 – Welcome to Rwanda
Arrive in Kigali and settle into your boutique hotel, enjoying a relaxed evening in one of Africa’s cleanest and most vibrant cities.
Day 2 – Kigali City & Cultural Experience
Explore Kigali with visits to the Genocide Memorial, local art galleries, and craft markets, gaining a heartfelt introduction to Rwanda’s history and resilience.
Day 3 – Kigali to Volcanoes National Park
Travel to the misty foothills of Volcanoes National Park, arriving at your lodge surrounded by bamboo forests and rolling volcanic peaks.
Day 4 – Gorilla Trekking in Volcanoes
Embark on a life-changing gorilla trek, hiking through lush rainforest to encounter mountain gorillas in their natural habitat — an experience that stays with you forever.
Day 5 – Golden Monkey Trek or Cultural Visit
Choose between trekking playful golden monkeys in the forest or enjoying a cultural visit to the Iby’Iwacu community for traditional music, dance, and storytelling.
Day 6 – Volcanoes to Lake Kivu
Travel to the tranquil shores of Lake Kivu, where palm-lined beaches, calm waters, and hillside views offer the perfect place to unwind.
Day 7 – Lake Kivu at Leisure
Relax by the lake or enjoy optional experiences such as kayaking, coffee plantation tours, or a scenic boat ride between small lakeside villages.
Day 8 – Lake Kivu to Nyungwe Forest
Continue your journey to Nyungwe Forest National Park, one of Africa’s oldest rainforests and a sanctuary for countless primates and bird species.
Day 9 – Chimpanzee Tracking in Nyungwe
Set off at sunrise for an exhilarating chimpanzee trek, then explore Nyungwe’s canopy walkway for breathtaking views above the forest treetops.
Day 10 – Farewell Rwanda
Enjoy a peaceful morning in the forest before transferring to Kigali for your onward journey.