Rwanda: Forests, Lakes & Gorillas

An 8-Day Journey Across Rwanda’s Natural Wonders

Duration

8 Days

Price guide

$7250 PP

Cities

Kigali, Nyungwe Forest, Lake Kivu, Volcanoes National Park

Duration

8 Days

Price guide

$7250 PP

Cities

Kigali, Nyungwe Forest, Lake Kivu, Volcanoes National Park

Overview

Explore Rwanda’s spectacular landscapes on a journey from ancient rainforests to shimmering lakes and misty volcanoes. Track chimpanzees and mountain gorillas, cruise Lake Kivu, and enjoy refined hospitality throughout this conservation-rich paradise.
black gorilla lying on green grass during daytime

Itinerary Details

Day 1
Arrival in Kigali
Arrive in Rwanda’s vibrant capital and transfer to your luxury hotel. Depending on arrival time, explore the city’s clean boulevards, artisan markets, or Genocide Memorial.
Day 1 Kigali 41
Day 2
To Nyungwe Forest
Drive southwest through rolling hills to Nyungwe Forest National Park. Check in to your forest lodge and prepare for your first encounter with Rwanda’s biodiverse jungle.Drive southwest through rolling hills to Nyungwe Forest National Park. Check in to your forest lodge and prepare for your first encounter with Rwanda’s biodiverse jungle.
Day 2 Nyungwe Forest 41
Day 3
Chimpanzee Tracking
Rise early to track chimpanzees through dense rainforest. In the afternoon, walk across the canopy suspension bridge and observe rare birds and orchids.
Day 3-chimpanzee 41

Custom trips with TGG

We design one-of-a-kind journeys incorporating luxury in all its forms. Our bespoke trips include:

Day 4
Tea Plantations & Culture
Visit a nearby tea estate to learn about Rwanda’s thriving industry. Meet local artisans and take a guided nature walk through the park’s lower trails.
Day 4-tea-picking-41
Day 5
Lake Kivu Retreat
Drive to the lakeside town of Kibuye. Enjoy the scenic beauty of Lake Kivu with optional kayaking, swimming, or a sunset boat cruise.
Day 5-Lake-Kivu 41
Day 6
To Volcanoes National Park
Journey north along the Congo Nile Divide, arriving in Volcanoes National Park. Settle into your luxury lodge with views of the Virunga Volcanoes.
Day 6-volcanoes 41
Day 7
Gorilla Trekking Adventure
Embark on a once-in-a-lifetime trek to see mountain gorillas in their natural habitat. Afterward, return for a celebratory lunch and spa time.
Day 7-gorilla-trek-41
Day 8
Return to Kigali & Depart
Enjoy a leisurely morning before returning to Kigali. Visit local boutiques or art galleries en route to the airport.
Day 8 Kigali Departure

Itinerary Details

Day 1
Arrival in Kigali
Arrive in Rwanda’s vibrant capital and transfer to your luxury hotel. Depending on arrival time, explore the city’s clean boulevards, artisan markets, or Genocide Memorial.
Day 1 Kigali 41
Day 2
To Nyungwe Forest
Drive southwest through rolling hills to Nyungwe Forest National Park. Check in to your forest lodge and prepare for your first encounter with Rwanda’s biodiverse jungle.Drive southwest through rolling hills to Nyungwe Forest National Park. Check in to your forest lodge and prepare for your first encounter with Rwanda’s biodiverse jungle.
Day 2 Nyungwe Forest 41
Day 3
Chimpanzee Tracking
Rise early to track chimpanzees through dense rainforest. In the afternoon, walk across the canopy suspension bridge and observe rare birds and orchids.
Day 3-chimpanzee 41

Custom trips with TGG

We design one-of-a-kind journeys incorporating luxury in all its forms. Our bespoke trips include:

Day 4
Tea Plantations & Culture
Visit a nearby tea estate to learn about Rwanda’s thriving industry. Meet local artisans and take a guided nature walk through the park’s lower trails.
Day 4-tea-picking-41
Day 5
Lake Kivu Retreat
Drive to the lakeside town of Kibuye. Enjoy the scenic beauty of Lake Kivu with optional kayaking, swimming, or a sunset boat cruise.
Day 5-Lake-Kivu 41
Day 6
To Volcanoes National Park
Journey north along the Congo Nile Divide, arriving in Volcanoes National Park. Settle into your luxury lodge with views of the Virunga Volcanoes.
Day 6-volcanoes 41
Day 7
Gorilla Trekking Adventure
Embark on a once-in-a-lifetime trek to see mountain gorillas in their natural habitat. Afterward, return for a celebratory lunch and spa time.
Day 7-gorilla-trek-41
Day 8
Return to Kigali & Depart
Enjoy a leisurely morning before returning to Kigali. Visit local boutiques or art galleries en route to the airport.
Day 8 Kigali Departure

Accommodations

Where You
Could Stay

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kigali
The Retreat
One&Only Nyungwe House, Nyungwe
Nyungwe
One&Only Nyungwe House
Cormoran Lodge, Lake Kivu
Lake Kivu
Cormoran Lodge
One&Only Gorilla’s Nest
Volcanoes National Park
One&Only Gorilla’s Nest

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Travel with confidence knowing your global concierge team is quietly managing every detail behind the scenes, from before you depart to the moment you return home with memories for a lifetime.