Rwanda offers a unique combination of primate experiences and classic safari adventures, making it a top choice for travelers seeking diverse and memorable wildlife encounters.
Practical Tips
Permits: Gorilla trekking permits are required and should be booked well in advance.
Packing: Bring comfortable hiking shoes, waterproof clothing, and insect repellent.
Best Time to Visit: The dry seasons from June to September and December to February are ideal for trekking and wildlife viewing.
Morning: Depart for Volcanoes National Park (approximately 2.5-hour drive).
Afternoon: Leisure time or optional visit to the Iby’iwacu Cultural Village.
Accommodation: Overnight at a lodge near Volcanoes National Park.
Morning: Gorilla trekking experience. Spend an hour with a habituated gorilla family.
Afternoon: Return to the lodge for rest. Optional activities include a visit to the twin lakes of Burera and Ruhondo or a cultural tour.
Accommodation: Overnight at the lodge.
Morning: Golden monkey trekking in Volcanoes National Park.
Afternoon: Transfer to Lake Kivu (approximately 2-hour drive).
Activities: Enjoy the scenic beauty of Lake Kivu and relax on its shores.
Accommodation: Overnight at a hotel or lodge by Lake Kivu.
Morning: Depart for Nyungwe Forest National Park (approximately 4-hour drive).
Afternoon: Check-in and relax at your lodge.
Accommodation: Overnight at a lodge near Nyungwe Forest National Park.
Morning: Chimpanzee trekking in Nyungwe Forest.
Afternoon: Enjoy the canopy walk, offering a unique perspective of the rainforest.
Accommodation: Overnight at the lodge.
Milana Tours and Safaris is naturally head of the class when it comes to luxury travel planning, because we do more homework than anyone else.
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