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Rwanda Highlands & Wildlife Circuit

An eight-day circuit through Rwanda's highlands and wildlife areas — Akagera's savannah, Nyungwe's chimpanzees, and a full mountain gorilla trekking day — at boutique lodges a step up from our entry-level circuits, with a dedicated driver-guide throughout.

Duration

8 Days / 7 Nights

Group Size

Private tour, any group size

From

$13,000 per person

Highlights

  • Akagera game drives & boat safari
  • Chimpanzee trekking in Nyungwe Forest
  • Mountain gorilla trekking day
  • Boutique lodges throughout

Day-by-Day Itinerary

  1. Day 1

    Arrival in Kigali

    City tour and welcome dinner in Kigali.

  2. Days 2-3

    Akagera National Park

    Game drives and a boat safari on Lake Ihema.

  3. Days 4-5

    Nyungwe Forest

    Chimpanzee trekking and the Nyungwe canopy walkway.

  4. Day 6

    Transfer to Volcanoes Region

    Scenic drive to the Volcanoes area with a cultural village stop.

  5. Day 7

    Gorilla Trekking Day

    Full day trekking to visit a mountain gorilla family.

  6. Day 8

    Departure via Kigali

    Transfer back to Kigali for your onward flight.

Included

  • Gorilla + chimp permits
  • Private vehicle & driver-guide
  • 7 nights full-board boutique lodges
  • All park fees & activities

Not Included

  • International flights
  • Visa fees
  • Travel insurance