Duration
8-Day
Accra, Rwanda
You will track chimpanzees and other primates in Nyungwe Forest National Park and mountain gorillas and golden monkey trekking in Volcanoes National Park on this 8-day Rwanda gorilla and primate safari. You'll experience authentic Rwandan culture and community, canopy walk adventure, tea experiences, boat cruise, and lovely Colobus monkeys in Nyungwe Forest. You will be using your Jeep land cruiser touristic vehicle.
Plan snapshot
Duration
8-Day
Route
Kigali (Day 1-2) to Kigali (Kigali)
Via Volcanoes NP (Gorillas), Lake Kivu, Nyungwe NP (Chimps)
Country & park
Rwanda
Style
Safari
Group size
1-12 travelers
Starts
Any day if available
Minimum age
18 years
Activities
gorilla trekking & chimpanzee trekking
Accommodation
Rwanda 2000 Hotel - Mid-range hotel in Kigali – Breakfast Included
Meals
Breakfast Included
Pickup
Airport transfer included
Booking
Request quote
Currency
USD
Rates
USD
Before booking
Quote flow
This budget tour uses guest houses and hotels.
This tour will be organized exclusively for you and won't be shared with others.
If availability permits, this tour can start on any day.
You can request minor changes to the accommodations and destinations of this tour.
Solo travelers cannot book this private tour.
The minimum age for this tour is 18 years.
Day 1
Mid-range hotel in Kigali – Breakfast Included
Breakfast Included
Day 2
Budget hotel in Ruhengeri (City) – Breakfast Included
Breakfast Included
Day 3
Budget hotel less than 1hr drive from Volcanoes NP (Gorillas) – Breakfast Included
Breakfast Included
Day 4
Mid-range hotel in Kibuye (Lake Kivu) – Breakfast Included
Breakfast Included
Day 5-6
Budget guest house just outside Nyungwe NP (Chimps) – Breakfast Included
Breakfast Included
Day 7
Mid-range hotel in Kigali – Breakfast Included
Breakfast Included
Day 8
(No accommodation)
Breakfast Included
Tour step
You'll be collected from the airport. Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.
Day 1
Upon arrival, you will be picked up from the airport by our driver-guide for meet and greet services and transfer you to the hotel. Depending on your arrival, you will start with exchanging the currency or buying a local sim, and enjoy your property amenities with a dinner and an overnight stay. Mid-range hotel located in Kigali Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included) Drinks not included
Day 2
After your breakfast, you will start your tour with a Kigali city tour and visit the Kigali Genocide Memorial. Later after lunch, you will be transferred to Musanze, the home of mountain gorillas. The journey north passes through the beautiful terraced hillsides that characterize much of Rwanda’s landscape and gradually climbs to the base of the Virunga Volcanoes. You'll enjoy your afternoon cultural activities at Gorilla Guardians, the former Ibyiwacu Cultural Village. Budget hotel located in Ruhengeri (City) Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included) Drinks not included
Day 3
On this special day, you will have the rare opportunity to observe the famous Rwandan mountain gorillas. Tracking the gorillas through the forested slopes of the Virunga is a magical experience. You will get to the gorillas, spend an hour with them, and be back at the base in time for lunch. Upon arrival at the lodge for lunch, you will enjoy lunch at the hotel or in a local restaurant in Musanze City. Later in the afternoon, you will enjoy a community walk experience and banana beer-making experiences. Enjoy your property amenities. Budget hotel located less than 1hr drive from Volcanoes NP (Gorillas) Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included) Drinks not included
Day 4
On this day, you will depart for golden monkeys trekking to observe the famous Rwandan mountain in the Volcanoes National Park. You'll enjoy lunch in the local restaurant before you depart from the foothills of the Virunga Volcanoes and drive to the shore of Lake Kivu in Karongi. Mid-range hotel located in Kibuye (Lake Kivu) Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included) Drinks not included
Day 5
After breakfast, you will start your morning boat cruise exploring different Islands located in the lake. On this day, you will drive to Nyungwe National Park at an altitude of 1600-2950m above sea level, this mountainous rainforest reserve is rich in flora and fauna, with over 260 species of trees and shrubs, and over 100 types of orchid and giant lobelia alone. As well as incredible biodiversity, the park also has breathtaking views. On arrival, you will have lunch with an afternoon canopy walk adventure. During your hike, you may also spot migratory birdlife including the Ross’ turaco, grey-cheeked hornbill, red-breasted sparrow hawk, and regal sunbird. After lunch, you will spend the afternoon relaxing at the lodge. Budget guest house located just outside Nyungwe NP (Chimps) Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included) Drinks not included
Day 6
On this day, you will enjoy an early breakfast at your lodge before embarking on a thrilling hike in search of chimpanzee communities. The Rwandan chimpanzee population is thought to consist of approx. 400-500 individuals, confined to the Nyungwe National Park, including a small community in the Cyamudongo Forest. Prepare to hear these excitable primates before you see them, as their pant-hoots travel through the deep forest. After this experience, you will have your afternoon tea plantation experiences with the local community in Gisakura. You'll relax at your property and enjoy your lodge amenities. Budget guest house located just outside Nyungwe NP (Chimps) Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included) Drinks not included
Day 7
On this day, you will enjoy an early breakfast at your lodge before embarking on a thrilling hike in search of Colobus monkey communities. During your hike, you may also spot migratory birdlife including the Ross’ turaco, grey-cheeked hornbill, red-breasted sparrow hawk, and regal sunbird. After lunch, you will spend the afternoon transferring to Kigali City. On your way, you will also experience Rwandan culture at the former Mwami Palace (King’s Palace) in Nyanza. You will transfer to Kigali. Mid-range hotel located in Kigali Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included) Drinks not included
Day 8
On your last day in Rwanda, you will be picked up by your professional driver-guide. You will go shopping at the local market with a transfer to the airport. End of our service. Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included) Drinks not included
Tour step
Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost. You'll be dropped off at the airport.
Park fees (For non-residents)
Gorilla permits(One per person, non-resident)
Chimp permits(One per person, non-resident)
All activities (Unless labeled as optional)
All accommodation (Unless listed as upgrade)
A professional driver/guide
All transportation (Unless labeled as optional)
All Taxes/VAT
Roundtrip airport transfer
Meals (As specified in the day-by-day section)
International flights (From/to home)
Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
Tips (Tipping guideline US$10.00 pp per day)
Personal items (Souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees, etc.)
Government imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees
Some meals (As specified in the day-by-day section)
Drinks
Offered by
Hermosa Life Tours and Travel is a Rwandan and East Africa safari specialist and tour operator, offering a full service for arranging and booking safaris, mountain Gorilla Trekking, Wildlife and other Primates Experiences. Fully Licensed by Rwanda Development Board (RDB), Member of Rwanda Tours and Travel Association (RTTA) , American Society of Travel Advisors (ASTA) and ATTA The African Tourism and Travel Association, We are experienced tour operator with over 14 Years in Tourism Industry.
Office In
Rwanda
Size
10-20 employees (Founded in 2012)
Member Of
ATTA, ASTA, RTTA, RDB & Rwanda Chamber of Tourism (CoT)
Tour Types
Custom mid-range & luxury tours that can start every day
Destinations
Rwanda, Uganda
Traveler feedback
Overall
5.0/5Communication
5.0/5Accuracy
5.0/5Value
5.0/5Safety clarity
5.0/5Cultural value
5.0/5Hermosa Life Tours and Travel recently provided me with an exceptional tour experience. From the moment we contacted them, their prompt and clear communication made the planning process a breeze and stress-free. Our driver and guide, Richard, was exceptional. He ensured a safe and comfortable journey, was knowledgeable, friendly, and engaging, sharing insightful information throughout the tour. In addition to their excellent service, they offer incredible value for the quality they provide. The tour was reasonably priced, and experience was great. I highly recommend Hermosa Life Tours and Travel to anyone seeking a reliable and enjoyable tour experience. Their professionalism, dedicated team, and outstanding value made our trip truly memorable and hassle-free.
Andrea · United States
Absolutely perfect experience using Hermosa for our 2 day tour of Volcanoes NP! Communications with Tiamo leading up to our early morning pick-up in Kigali went very smoothly as the itinerary was to get to park in time to meet the gorilla trekkers that same morning. From the moment we met our driver Muhammed, we knew we were in great hands. Laughing and joking with Muhammed during all the driving was as much a part of the experience as the Gorillas and our crater hike. When we got back to Kigali we enjoyed a Nigerian meal with him as well, and now consider him a friend, amazing guy! Overall the experience couldn't have been better! We've just completed a month long journey through Rwanda, Uganda, Kenya, and Seychelles, and I can say without hesitation Rwanda was our favorite country! The phenomenal tour with Hermosa was definitely a big part of this. Highly reccomend Hermosa for your next journey!
Sean · United States
I recently did a 2-day safari in Akagera National Park and it was such a great experience. I went as a solo female traveler and felt completely safe and well taken care of the entire time thanks to my guide, Richard. He was knowledgeable, friendly, and seemed to know exactly where to find the animals. He even stopped on our way back into town for some souvenirs based on our conversation earlier in the day Richard had a great eye and we ended up spotting so much wildlife throughout the trip. Some of my favourite moments were watching an elephant walk right beside the car, seeing giraffes up close, and spotting a hidden bushbuck. We also did a sunset boat cruise which had lots of birds to see. It wasn't the highlight for me, but still interesting if you enjoy birdwatching. The group before had seen a lot of wildlife so I think it’s more dependent on luck. The company was really easy to communicate with and made the booking experience quite seamless. I reached out to several but went with them based on their ease of communication and good reviews. The price was fair and on par with my other quotes. Overall, I’m so glad I chose this safari over the gorilla trekking experience. It felt more personal and relaxed, and I’d highly recommend it to anyone visiting Rwanda. If you can, definitely ask for Richard, he really made the trip memorable.
Jackie · Canada
I’m an experienced traveler and have traveled and worked in many countries in Africa and elsewhere and this was a seriously professional tour service. From booking until we boarded the plane, Hermosa provided fabulous and attentive and flexible service. The communication was superb, our guide Richard was incredibly knowledgeable, courteous, accommodating, and I’ve rarely felt so taken care of or safe on any trip or tour. The accommodations were even nicer and more impressive than in the pictures, the food was delicious and beautifully presented. We did a gorilla trek and spent an hour literally sitting next to an entire family of Gorillas, practically at arms length, and I think, after spending time staring into the eyes of baby gorillas from only a few feet away, I will never be the same. I absolutely recommend Hermosa, and definitely ask for Richard!
Ben · United States
Practical answers
Rates are per person and exclude the international flight from/to your home country.
This tour is offered in US dollars (USD).
This tour is unavailable for children.
If availability permits, this tour can start on any day.
You can request minor changes to the accommodations and destinations of this tour.
Rwanda 2000 Hotel - Mid-range hotel in Kigali – Breakfast Included. Meals: Breakfast Included
This tour starts and ends in Kigali
A transfer from and back to the airport is included
Operator policy
This tour is offered by Hermosa Life Tours and Travel, not SafariBookings.
This operator reserves the right to change rates advertised on SafariBookings.
If you request changes to this tour, the advertised rates will likely change.
The exact order, contents and rates of this tour are subject to availability.
If an accommodation is fully booked, the operator will suggest a comparable alternative.
Gorilla tracking permits are subject to availability.
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