Duration
7-Day
Akagera National Park, Rwanda
The Rwanda Gorillas, Wildlife, and Chimp Trekking Safari offered by BLS Safaris takes you to the most stunning tourist attractions in Rwanda. The major highlights are cultural visits, gorilla and golden monkey trekking at Volcanoes National Park, chimpanzee trekking in Nyungwe National Park, and game drives in Akagera National Park.
Plan snapshot
Duration
7-Day
Route
Kigali to Kigali (Kigali)
Via Volcanoes NP (Gorillas), Lake Kivu, Nyungwe NP (Chimps)
Country & park
Rwanda / Akagera National Park
Style
Mid-range safari
Group size
1-12 travelers
Starts
Any day if available
Minimum age
18 years
Activities
game drives, gorilla trekking, chimpanzee trekking & boat trip
Accommodation
Da Vinci Gorilla Lodge - Mid-range lodge less than 1hr drive from Volcanoes NP (Gorillas) – All Meals Included
Meals
All Meals Included; Breakfast & Lunch Included
Pickup
Airport transfer included
Booking
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Currency
USD
Rates
USD
Before booking
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This mid-range tour uses lodges and guest houses.
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 can book this private tour.
The minimum age for this tour is 18 years.
Day 1-2
Mid-range lodge less than 1hr drive from Volcanoes NP (Gorillas) – All Meals Included
All Meals Included
Day 3
Mid-range hotel at Lake Kivu – All Meals Included
All Meals Included
Day 4
Budget guest house less than 1hr drive from Nyungwe NP (Chimps) – All Meals Included
All Meals Included
Day 5
Budget hotel in Kigali – All Meals Included
All Meals Included
Day 6
Luxury lodge inside Akagera NP – All Meals Included
All Meals Included
Day 7
(No accommodation)
Breakfast & Lunch Included
Tour step
You'll be collected from the airport. Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.
Day 1
Our representative will pick you up in Kigali and transfer you to Volcanoes National Park. If time allows and you are interested, visit the Kigali Genocide Museum before driving to Musanze/Ruhengeri. Other sites to visit in Kigali include Presidential Museum, Kimironko Market, and Ivuka Arts Centre. After the museum visit, we will then drive to Volcanoes National Park in northern Rwanda. The drive to Volcanoes National Park will go through northern Rwanda's landscape via Musanze, formally Ruhengeri. Check-in at the lodge for dinner and overnight. Mid-range lodge located less than 1hr drive from Volcanoes NP (Gorillas) All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 2
You will head to the Volcanoes National Park gate immediately after breakfast to get a briefing about the gorilla trek. The national park guide will conduct the presentation covering what to expect during the gorilla trek. The national park guide will assign the gorilla trekking group during the pre-trekking briefing. Other visitors will likely join you. The gorilla trek can take from a few to many hours, depending on how far the gorillas are inside the forest. In the afternoon, you have an option to learn about the local culture and history by visiting the Ibyiwacu Cultural Village in Kinigi centre, right at the national park boundary. Dinner and overnight at Volcanoes National Park. Mid-range lodge located less than 1hr drive from Volcanoes NP (Gorillas) All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 3
You will start the day by visiting Volcanoes National Park to trek the golden monkeys. Alternatively, visit the Dian Fossey Karisoke Research Centre. After the golden monkey trek, we will drive to Lake Kivu. Check-in at the hotel and enjoy an evening full of relaxation at Lake Kivu. Mid-range hotel located at Lake Kivu All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 4
Transfer to Nyungwe forest national park via Lake Kivu /Kibuye area. The drive from Lake Kivu (Kibuye area) to Nyungwe Forest National Park is estimated to take about 3-4hrs. Canopy walk in the afternoon in Nyungwe forest. Dinner and overnight at Nyungwe Forest. Budget guest house located less than 1hr drive from Nyungwe NP (Chimps) All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 5
After breakfast, we will drive to Nyungwe Forest to experience tracking the chimpanzees in their forest home. Nyungwe Forest is a haven for chimp trekking in Rwanda and visitors have more than a 50% chance of encountering the animals. If you are lucky, on the Nyungwe trek you might encounter different species of primates that call the area home. These include the Rwenzori colobus, blue monkey, L'Hoest's monkey, red-tailed monkey. After the chimp trek, drive back to Kigali for overnight. Budget hotel located in Kigali All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 6
Transfer to Akagera National Park. Game drives and boat cruise. Visit Rwanda’s only savannah safari park! This spectacular Akagera national park is the best wildlife safari destination in Rwanda, proving why wildlife safaris in Rwanda are a once-in-a-lifetime experience. Learn about and see various wildlife, including giraffes, buffalos, hippos, and many more. This trip is the perfect addition to a gorilla trekking experience in Rwanda. Overnight at Akagera NP. Luxury lodge located inside Akagera NP All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 7
In the morning we will drive back to Kigali city centre. Prepare and drive off to Kigali airport and depart to your next destination. Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included) Drinking water (Other 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)
Drinking water (On all days)
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
Offered by
BLS Safaris Ltd is a premier, registered Ugandan tour operator offering an exceptional array of safari services across Uganda, Rwanda, Kenya, and Tanzania. As experts in the field of wildlife safaris, our mission is to deliver unforgettable travel experiences that showcase the beauty, diversity, and cultural richness of East Africa. Whether you’re looking to embark on a thrilling gorilla trekking adventure, witness the great migration, explore serene beaches, or hike the majestic peaks.
Office In
Uganda
Size
1-5 employees (Founded in 2023)
Member Of
Uganda Tourism Board
Tour Types
Custom budget & mid-range tours that can start every day
Destinations
Burundi, Kenya, Rwanda, Tanzania, Uganda
Traveler feedback
Overall
4.8/5Communication
4.8/5Accuracy
4.8/5Value
4.8/5Safety clarity
4.8/5Cultural value
4.8/5What I can say is that I can rate everything five star From start to finish Communication and booking with the company was super smooth and easy. The tour guide must be very experienced with the way they handle every detail to make a very memorable experience. Our guide, Jamal was a very hospitable and took very proper care of. He was very rich in knowledge about the wildlife, and he shared it with such super story telling skills that it made feel very live. Uganda is beautiful with nature. Got the opportunity to watch all the big five in beautiful green pastures. We had a trip also to the Ziwa Rhino sanctuary, our very first time seeing Rhinos it was indeed very fulfilling. not only that but every part of the journey was a highlight. If you’re considering a safari in Uganda, I highly recommend BLS Safaris and with value for money I think it was really worthy every penny. We did not feel at a point that we overpaid for anything in fact it felt like it was so economical with the moments and how good the service was and accommodation. You are indeed in for a truly extraordinary safari experience.
Christopher · China
This was our very first time visiting Uganda and it turned out to be a very memorable one because of how it was wonderfully organized. After looking a a number of companies that could organise the trip, a friend from Uganda recommended BLS safaris so we decided to give it a try and was never proven wrong for choosing them. Lameck never got tired cause I kept changing very many things but he paid attention to make sure we would get the best out of the trip with also good recommendations which I loved very much. When we landed at the airport, I was received by the guide Jamal who was also the driver through out the entire trip, I must say he is a very good driver too. His knowledge is quite vast and he took very good care of us, making sure everything was perfect during our time with him. Ugandan people are very welcoming and lovely people who treated us really so well where ever we visited. The accommodations really exceeded our expectations based on what we thought about Uganda, especially in the national parks. Gorilla Trekking was like the icing on the cake. We really enjoyed the activity so much. Uganda is so much rich in nature. We are really planning to come and visit again. BLS safari team, Lameck and Jamal treated us so well, and we became more of friends. We cant wait to come again not only for the safari but to also meet our lovely friends. 3rd Safari now
Tracy Smith · United States
Our trip with BLS was exceedingly great. From the planning stage, Pre-tour communication was great. Gloria was always in touch with us, helpful, and very kind. During the trip, they went above and beyond our expectations. I appreciate their thoughtfulness to make our experience perfect. The tour guide, was very knowledgeable, passionate and a very good driver. He took great care of everything we needed from the smallest to the big things like navigating the parks to giving us the best opportunities to see wildlife, managing all the activities on time, providing food and snacks, and ensuring abundant supply of water. This was my first safari, and BLS made it so interesting that I would love to visit again. We did Gorilla trekking which exhausted my strength although the expectations paid-off. Gorillas are so amazing. We visited the rhinos, chimpanzees, and many more animals. It was such a unique experience. Each accommodation was fantastic, with great food and better staff. I felt truly welcomed and comfortably enjoyed my stay. Honestly, this trip exceeded our expectations. We dont regret choosing BLS safaris. If you're considering a trip to Uganda, we recommend them highly!
Hannah · United States
The truth is that the service was beyond what I expected, I'll say it in a funny way "what you order and what you got totally the same" the tour was blissful the hotel, flight, the environment was dope as well I'll really love and by God's grace I'll be visiting soon again.....
Samson · Nigeria
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.
Da Vinci Gorilla Lodge - Mid-range lodge less than 1hr drive from Volcanoes NP (Gorillas) – All Meals Included. Meals: All Meals 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 BLS Safaris , 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.
This tour is subject to the terms & conditions of BLS Safaris .
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