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Tour Overview of 15 Days Best of Rwanda
The 15 Days Best of Rwanda Primates, Culture & Wildlife Tour is the most complete safari experience for travelers seeking to explore Rwanda’s breathtaking landscapes, diverse wildlife, rich culture, and unforgettable primate encounters. This grand adventure combines the very best of Rwanda — from the lush rainforests of Nyungwe, the volcanic slopes of Volcanoes National Park, the relaxing beaches of Lake Kivu, and the vast savannah plains of Akagera National Park.
You’ll enjoy thrilling wildlife highlights including chimpanzee trekking, mountain gorilla trekking, golden monkey tracking, and multiple Big Five game drives. You’ll also immerse yourself in Rwanda’s heritage through cultural visits, community experiences, historical landmarks, and local markets. This 15 days best of Rwanda safari allows you to explore Rwanda at a relaxed pace while enjoying its scenery, people, food, and wildlife — the ultimate all-in-one tour of the Land of a Thousand Hills.
Book for this 15 days of Rwanda safari.
Day 1: Kigali City Tour
Welcome to Rwanda! Upon arrival, meet your guide and begin your Kigali City Tour. Visit the Kigali Genocide Memorial, Kimironko Market, and art galleries like Inema Arts Center. Learn about Rwanda’s history, culture, and transformation. Overnight in Kigali.
Meals: Lunch & Dinner
Day 2: Kigali – Nyungwe Forest National Park
After breakfast, drive south toward Nyungwe National Park, stopping at the King’s Palace Museum in Nyanza and the Ethnographic Museum in Huye. Enjoy lunch en route and continue through rolling hills and tea plantations to your lodge. Overnight near Nyungwe.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 3: Chimpanzee Tracking & Canopy Walk
Begin early with chimpanzee trekking, following your ranger into the ancient rainforest to observe chimps in the wild. Return for lunch and later enjoy the thrilling Canopy Walkway, a suspended bridge offering spectacular views of the forest and wildlife.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 4: Nature Walk of Your Choice
Choose from several scenic hiking trails inside Nyungwe — such as Kamiranzovu Waterfall, Isumo Trail, or Birding Walks. Explore orchids, butterflies, primates, waterfalls, and birds. Overnight at your lodge.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 5: Transfer to Kibuye – Lake Kivu Boat Cruise & Hiking
Drive to Kibuye, one of Lake Kivu’s most scenic towns. After check-in, enjoy a peaceful boat ride to visit small islands and fishing communities. In the afternoon, take a gentle hike along the lake shores or relax at your lodge.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 6: Transfer to Gisenyi Town
Continue your journey north along Lake Kivu to Gisenyi (Rubavu), passing beautiful landscapes and banana plantations. Check into your lodge and enjoy sunset at the lakefront.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 7: Walking Tour in Gisenyi – Transfer to Ruhengeri
After breakfast, take a guided walking tour of Gisenyi, exploring local fishing villages, hot springs, and coffee shops. Later, transfer to Ruhengeri/Musanze, the gateway to Volcanoes National Park.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 8: Gorilla Trekking in Volcanoes National Park
Today is the highlight of your safari. After breakfast, head to the park headquarters for briefing and begin your gorilla trekking adventure. Spend one unforgettable hour observing mountain gorillas in their natural habitat. Return to your lodge for relaxation.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 9: Golden Monkey Tracking & Cultural Village
This morning, trek to see golden monkeys, another rare primate species living in the volcano forests. In the afternoon, visit the Iby’Iwacu Cultural Village for drumming, dancing, storytelling, and traditional performances.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 10: Visit Dian Fossey Grave or Hike Mount Bisoke
Choose between a moderate hike to the Dian Fossey Tomb, where the famous conservationist is buried, or the more challenging Mount Bisoke Crater Lake hike. Return to the lodge for dinner.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 11: Volcanoes National Park – Akagera National Park
After breakfast, drive east across the scenic countryside to Akagera National Park, Rwanda’s only savannah park. Arrive in the afternoon, check in, enjoy sunset views, and relax.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 12: Game Drive & Boat Ride on Lake Ihema
Start with a morning game drive, searching for elephants, lions, giraffes, buffaloes, zebras, antelopes, and rhinos. In the afternoon, take a boat ride on Lake Ihema, spotting hippos, crocodiles, and water birds.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 13: Full Game Drive – Return to Kigali
Another early game drive through Akagera’s northern plains. After lunch, begin your drive back to Kigali. Check into your hotel and rest.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 14: Morning Refreshment & Gift Shopping
Enjoy a relaxed morning at your hotel before visiting local markets and handicraft shops for gifts such as baskets, art, coffee, and jewelry. Overnight in Kigali.
Meals: Breakfast & Lunch
Day 15: Airport Drop-Off – End of Tour
Depending on your flight schedule, you may enjoy additional sightseeing before being transferred to Kigali International Airport for departure.
Meals: Breakfast
Included in 15 Days Best of Rwanda Primates
- Gorilla trekking permit ($1,500 per person)
- Chimpanzee trekking permit
- Golden monkey permit
- All transportation in 4×4 safari vehicle
- Professional English-speaking guide
- Accommodation & meals as listed
- Museum, cultural, and park entry fees
- Boat cruises on Lake Kivu & Lake Ihema
- Bottled drinking water
Excluded in 15 Days Best of Rwanda Primates
- International flights and visas
- Travel insurance
- Optional activities not listed
- Tips, laundry, drinks, souvenirs
End of Safari
Your 15 Days Best of Rwanda Primates, Culture & Wildlife Tour ends with unforgettable moments — from gorillas in the mist to chimps in Nyungwe, sunsets over Lake Kivu, and lions roaming Akagera. This 15 Days Best of Rwanda Primates tour offers the ultimate Rwandan experience — adventure, culture, nature, and wildlife all in one journey.
Starting from US $ 8,450 per person
Discounted prices per person as the number of people rises. Note: The minimum age allowed for gorilla trekking is 16 years old.
| No of People | Up To | Price per person |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | – | $ 8450 |
| 2 | – | $ 6980 |
| 3 | – | $ 6220 |
| 4 | – | $ 5250 |
| 5 | – | $ 4950 |
| 6 | – | $ 4780 |
| 7+ | – | $ 4710 |
Posted on NarraGirl01Verified Once in a Life Time We had the good fortune to have Fidel as our guide for this once in a lifetime opportunity. Fidel and his team of porters and trackers were fantastic. We were assigned to a large family of gorillas (24) took about 2hrs to trek to them. It was such a memorable and wonderful experience. The guides/porters really knew how to respect and communicate with the gorillas. I cannot recommend this highly enough. The park and the activities are well managed and organised (in addition to gorillas).Posted on Shillano Tour & Travel AgencyVerified Akagera National Park Wildness Safari An unforgettable day in Akagera! The 1-day safari from Kigali, trip was perfectly organized. My guide/driver was incredibly friendly, attentive, and knowledgeable, sharing lots of insights about Rwanda, Akagera National Park, and wildlife conservation. The 4x4 vehicle was comfortable, and drinking water was always available at no extra cost. Around midday we had a tasty included lunch – I chose a delicious cheeseburger with sides and homemade iced tea. We spent about 6 hours in the park and saw a wide range of animals: lions, elephant, hippos, baboons, zebras, giraffes, buffaloes, warthogs, various antelopes (impala, bushbuck), and many birds like fish eagles and guineafowl. We even spotted a crocodile resting in the water. Only rhino and leopard were missing from the Big Five – not surprising at the end of the rainy season (early June), with dense greenery. A fantastic day full of unforgettable moments – highly recommended!Posted on Ali KVerified Amazing day in the national park We had an amazing day with Kim driving around the national park. We managed to see 3 out of the big five and many more majestic species. Kim is a knowledgeable and friendly guide and knows the park like the back of his hand. More importantly, he knows how to safely approach the animals and read their behaviour to keep a safe distance and avoid contact.The breakfast and lunch places were also great and had delicious food.The park itself is magnificent and the Rwandan people and government have done an amazing job creating a safe haven for these animals, especially the endangered species.Posted on Angela GVerified Gental giants ❤️ Fabulous experience and our driver John, was amazing! Punctual, friendly and knowledgeable. Our park rangers Theo and Christofe were fantastic! Highly recommend 👍🏼Posted on Bruno RoboredoVerified Magical day!! It was a magical day!!!We managed to see 3 of the Big Five. There was rain, sunshine… and excellent tips and fun facts from our guide, Kim! Super attentive, patient, and friendly throughout the entire trip.Posted on Paulton HVerified A memorable experience. The tour was very well organized from pick-up to drop off at hotel. All that was promised was delivered to high satisfaction. The tour leader Kim is a local who has excellent knowledge of Kigali and Rwanda's rich and at various times turbulent history. It was an experience where we got to know to the full the city and its people. Hence a memorable experience, good value for money and highly recommended.Posted on david cVerified An experience never to forget - humbling to be with the gorillas in their home. Absolutely fantastic experience - a once in a lifetime. Our guide was very knowledgeable and our trip to and from was very enjoyable. The organisation at the national park was excellent and our experience with the guide, porters and trackers was first rate. And the gorillas - simply majestic and so engaging. Humbled to be in their presence.Posted on MFechnerVerified Just amazing!! What an experience!! Big shout out to John, our driver - he was fantastic!! Gave us lots of insights on the drive from Kigali, stopped for photos, and ensured we had everything we needed. The tour itself was brilliant - what an adventure!! Volcano National Park is beautiful, and the hiking made easier with porters if you wanted them. Trackers found the family of gorillas, and we got to spend a great amount of time with them. Six babies made it super fun. I couldn't believe how close we were. We even learned how to let the gorillas know we were friendly. A must do when in Rwanda.Posted on globalsoulVerified Once in a lifetime experience to see the endangered Mountain Gorillas and learn from them! Amazing trek to visit a mountain gorilla family including the silverback, blackbacks, mother, nursing two-month old, and teenagers through the misty enshrouded forest and volcanoes. An experience of a lifetime! We even got a bonus and encountered a group of golden monkeys. Guide, trackers and porters all exemplary professional and friendly. My driver Shadady was a fantastic host and companion keeping me safe on the 5 hours return driver to Volcano National Park and all the excursions to the treks. A+Posted on Sandrine GVerified Rwanda Home of Big five Animals/ Akagera national park. Good safari Tour with Universal, animals were spotted very closer and guide John provided the necessary insights for animals behaviors/ Life style, we sow faux in big five which is not bad at all, Food was delicious too with lake view behind us.The list of animals viewed is too long: Elephants, buffalos, hypos, crocodile, giraffe, Lion, zebras, impala, Birds,.........Thank you John and your company to make this Tour enjoyable and funny. i highly recommend it to Anny one.Thank youSandrine.
