Begin your journey with an arrival in Kigali, Rwanda’s vibrant capital, where you’ll enjoy a brief city tour to explore its bustling markets and historical sites. Continue your adventure with a scenic transfer to Volcanoes National Park, making enriching stops at Buhanga Eco Park, known for its sacred forest trails, a hands-on beekeeping tour to learn traditional honey production, and a visit to the Gorilla Guardians Village to engage with local communities and discover Rwandan cultural heritage.
The highlight of your trip awaits on Day 3 with an unforgettable gorilla trekking experience in Volcanoes National Park, where you’ll hike through lush rainforest to encounter majestic mountain gorillas in their natural habitat. Wrap up your adventure with a visit to the picturesque Twin Lakes before returning to Kigali or heading to the airport. This short but extraordinary itinerary offers a perfect blend of Rwanda’s unique nature, rich culture, and world-famous wildlife.
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Operating days: On Request
Duration: 3 Days
Minimum Departures: 2 pax
Departure point: Kigali Airport pick-up
Arrival point: Kigali Airport drop- off
Special instructions: Please contact across Africa tours & travel to confirm your departure details at least one week before your first day of the visit
Arrive at Kigali International Airport and meet your professional driver-guide. Transfer to your hotel for check-in. In the afternoon, embark on a Kigali city tour to explore key attractions such as the Kigali Genocide Memorial, vibrant local markets, and cultural centers. After the visit return to your hotel for overnight stay and dinner.
Overnight stay at Dmall Hotel or similar
Meal Plan: Dinner
After breakfast, depart Kigali at 7:00 am and transfer to Volcanoes National Park. En route, visit the mystical Buhanga Eco Park, a sacred forest with rich cultural history. Continue to a fascinating beekeeping tour, where you’ll learn traditional and modern honey production techniques and sample fresh Rwandan honey. Proceed to the Gorilla Guardians Village to immerse yourself in Rwandan culture, meet local communities, and enjoy traditional dances and activities. Check in at your lodge located just outside Volcanoes NP for an overnight.
Overnight stay at Tiloreza Volcanoes Ecolodge or similar
Meal Plan: Breakfast and Dinner
Enjoy an early breakfast before heading to the Volcanoes National Park headquarters for a thrilling gorilla trekking adventure. Hike through lush rainforest to encounter the endangered mountain gorillas in their natural habitat—an unforgettable wildlife experience. After trekking, visit the scenic Twin Lakes of Burera and Ruhondo for breathtaking views and a picnic lunch. Later, transfer back to Kigali for your international departure or drop-off at your Kigali hotel.
Overnight: Not Included
Meal Plan: Breakfast
