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5-Day Remarkable Rwanda Tour

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Overview

In the land of a thousand hills, Rwanda's dynamic landscape is one of its main attraction. It is also one of the three remaining countries in the world where the critically endangered mountain gorillas live. During your Rwanda travel, you will have the opportunity to see the gentle giants up close. You will spend a few days based just outside the Volcano National Park, so in addition to your gorilla trek, you will have a number of exciting tours to choose from.

“When you have caught the rhythm of Africa, you find out that it is the same in all her music.”― Karen Blixen, Out of Africa
Hiking & Trekking
Culture & Arts
Adventure
Sightseeing
Wellness

Itinerary

Day 1

Arrival at Kigali Airport

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Arrival at Kigali Airport

Upon the arrival of your flight at Kigali International airport, you will be met by our representative who will be waiting for you in the arrivals hall. You will then be transferred to your hotel and if time permits, there will be a short tour briefing in the lobby. Dinner will be served at the hotel.

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    Accommodation

    Kigali Serena Hotel5 star

    Note: We will endeavor to book the aforementioned hotels. If, however, we are unable to secure them due to circumstances out of our control, we will replace them with hotels of similar value and standard.
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    Restaurants

    Kigali Serena Hotel

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    Transportations

    Private Driver from Kigali International Airport to Kigali Serena Hotel

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    Meals

    Dinner

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    Destinations

    Kigali

Day 2

Kigali City Tour & drive to Virunga Lodge

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Kigali City Tour & drive to  Virunga Lodge

After breakfast you will depart on your Kigali City Tour. The tour will include a few stops, but the most notable will be the Genocide Memorial Center and the Inema Arts Center. Lunch will be served at Heaven Restaurant. The tour will then continue on to the Kimironko Market. When you are ready to depart, your driver will transfer you to your new accommodation just outside Volcanoes National Park. Dinner will be served onsite.

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    Accommodation

    Virunga Lodge5 star

    Note: We will endeavor to book the aforementioned hotels. If, however, we are unable to secure them due to circumstances out of our control, we will replace them with hotels of similar value and standard.
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    Activities

    Kigali Genocide Memorial

    Inema Arts Centre

    Kimironko Market

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    Restaurants

    Heaven Restaurant & Boutique Hotel

    Virunga Lodge

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    Transportations

    Off-Road from Kimironko Market to Virunga Lodge

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    Meals

    Breakfast, lunch and dinner

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    Destinations

    Kigali

    Northern Province

Day 3

Gorilla Trek & Lake Bulera Village & Massage

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Gorilla Trek & Lake Bulera Village & Massage

Start the day with an early breakfast, before heading off on your gorilla trekking experience. Spend some time with the gorillas before returning to base camp and then to the hotel for lunch. On this free afternoon at Virunga Lodge, we recommend taking advantage of the lodge’s unique position by meandering down the mountain slope, through local villages, and to Lake Bulera, which sits at its foot. In the afternoon be sure to schedule your 30-minute massage.

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    Accommodation

    Virunga Lodge5 star

    Note: We will endeavor to book the aforementioned hotels. If, however, we are unable to secure them due to circumstances out of our control, we will replace them with hotels of similar value and standard.
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    Activities

    Gorilla Trekking Rwanda

    Lake Bulera Village Walk

    Massage at Virunga Lodge

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    Restaurants

    Virunga Lodge

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    Transportations

    Off-Road from Virunga Lodge to Volcanoes National Park Headquarters

    Off-Road from Volcanoes National Park to Virunga Lodge

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    Meals

    Breakfast, lunch and dinner

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    Destinations

    Northern Province

Day 4

Optional Activities

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Optional Activities

Today you have the day free so you can choose from a number of available activites. Highly recommended would be the Golden Monkey Trek, followed by a trip to the Musanze Caves in the afternoon. Other interesting options include a trip to Dianne Fossey Tomb or a cycling tour to the Twin Lakes. Breakfast and dinner will be served at the lodge.

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    Accommodation

    Virunga Lodge5 star

    Note: We will endeavor to book the aforementioned hotels. If, however, we are unable to secure them due to circumstances out of our control, we will replace them with hotels of similar value and standard.
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    Activities

    Golden Monkeys TrekOptional Activity

    Musanze CavesOptional Activity

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    Restaurants

    Mountain Gorilla View Lodge

    Virunga Lodge

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    Transportations

    Off-Road from Virunga Lodge to Volcanoes National Park Headquarters

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    Meals

    Breakfast, lunch and dinner

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    Destinations

    Northern Province

Day 5

Iby'Iwacu Cultural Village & Return to Kigali

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Iby'Iwacu Cultural Village & Return to Kigali

Enjoy a final breakfast, before packing up and checking out of the lodge. En-route back to Kigali, you will stop at Iby'Iwacu Cultural Village. There will be a stop for lunch which will be served at Khana Khazana Kiyovu, an authentic Indian restaurant. Finally, you will be dropped off at Kigali Airport in good time to catch your departing flight. We hope you enjoyed your personal Rwanda travel experience.

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    Accommodation

    Kigali Serena Hotel5 star

    Note: We will endeavor to book the aforementioned hotels. If, however, we are unable to secure them due to circumstances out of our control, we will replace them with hotels of similar value and standard.
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    Activities

    Iby'Iwacu Cultural Village

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    Restaurants

    Virunga Lodge

    Khana Khazana Kiyovu

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    Transportations

    Off-Road from Virunga Lodge to Kigali International Airport

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    Meals

    Breakfast and lunch

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    Destinations

    Northern Province

    Kigali

    Burera

Included in Price

  • 5 nights accommodation
  • 7 activities
  • 4 breakfasts, 4 lunches and 4 dinners
  • Airport transfer
  • Entrance fees
  • Ground transportation
  • Licensed English speaking guides

Not Included in Price

  • Alcohol beverages
  • Domestic flights
  • Entry visas / airport departure tax
  • Gratuities
  • International flights
  • Laundry
  • Personal expenses
  • Travel insurance
  • Trekking permits

Notes

Included

- Meet and greet upon arrival
- Airport and inter-hotel transfers from day 1 to the last day
- Accommodation in Kigali on Half board basis in a standard room
- Volcanoes Virunga Lodge on Full Board
- Exclusive use of a safari Landcruiser 4x4 with WI-FI where reception is available
- Services of a professional, experienced English speaking guide
- 1 Gorilla trek permit per person (US$ 1500.-)
- Bottled mineral water in the vehicle during the tour
- All activities, visits and extra meals mentioned in the itinerary
- Emergency Medical Evacuation Services
- Our assistance and support throughout your stay

Excluded

- Entry visa fees
- Activities on day 4
- Optional extras whilst in Kigali
- Tips and gratuities,
- Personal expenses such as telephone calls, mini bar, porter-age,
- Travel Insurance
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