Wild Adventure and Encounter with the Gorillas
Facing the Mountain Giants, the Rwandan Adventure Reveals Its Most Precious Treasures
Duration
6 days
From
US$3,175/pers.
Ideal seasons
Jan, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Dec
Style
Guided tour
Comfort
Charm & Character
Travelers
Couple, Solo, With friends
The spirit of travel
Discover Rwanda, a country with varied landscapes and rich cultural heritage, through an itinerary that combines nature, adventure and local immersion. This journey immerses you in the heart of the Nyungwe Forest, a true biodiversity sanctuary, where you explore a preserved ecosystem and encounter chimpanzees and colobus monkeys in their natural habitat.
Your itinerary then leads you to the shores of Lake Kivu, where panoramic views succeed one another between lush hills, villages and shimmering waters. Finally, the experience continues in the Volcanoes National Park, with a memorable encounter with mountain gorillas and an immersion into the challenges of their conservation.
Throughout this journey in Rwanda, you are accompanied by a dedicated local team, who share with you their knowledge of the terrain and open the doors to a country with a powerful history and singular landscapes.
The stages of your journey
Highlights
Day-by-day itinerary
Arrival in Kigali
Airport pickup by your driver-guide, then transfer to your hotel. You check in at Chez Lando Hotel. You then enjoy dinner on site, before spending the night at the hotel.
Nyungwe Forest at Kigali
Kigali → Huye
After breakfast, you head towards the Nyungwe Forest, with a stop in Nyanza to visit the royal palace, then at the Huye national museum. These visits allow you to better understand African history.
Huye → Parc National de Nyungwe
You continue your journey to the Nyungwe National Park. This park, which extends over 970 km² and reaches altitudes between 1,600 and 2,950 meters, enjoys a cool climate. It is home to rich biodiversity, with over 200 tree species and more than 100 varieties of orchids. It also serves as a refuge for 13 primate species, including the baboon, the Hoest's monkey and the grey-cheeked mangabey.
Chimpanzee and Colobus Trekking
This stay in the heart of the Nyungwe Forest is an invitation to hiking and exploration. This natural site offers several trails allowing you to discover the ecosystem of this rainforest, which is home to 25% of the primate species on the African continent. It is a privileged location for primate observation.
Trekking with chimpanzees
Meet the chimpanzees (Pan troglodytes schweinfurthii), primates belonging to the family of hominids and genetically close to humans. During this immersion in their natural habitat, you observe their behaviors and interactions within the group.
Discovering colobus monkeys
The colobus monkeys are herbivorous primates belonging to the family Cercopithecidae. Their diet is mainly composed of leaves, which they digest thanks to a specially adapted stomach. Observing them in Nyungwe forest allows you to discover these primates evolving in their natural environment.
Lake Kivu and Mountains Discovery
Parc National de Nyungwe → Kibuye
After breakfast, you will head towards Kibuye, one of the most beautiful regions of Lake Kivu, located at 1,460 meters altitude. This spectacular lake, bordered by lush vegetation, is renowned for the beauty of its jagged shores and panoramic views.
By taking a long and winding track, you will enjoy breathtaking panoramas of the numerous islands dotting the sparkling waters of the lake. During your journey through the surrounding villages, you will make stops where the welcoming inhabitants will come to meet you.
Stop for lunch in a charming lodge on the lakeside.
After a moment of relaxation by the lake, we will take a scenic road along the majestic Virunga Mountains, offering spectacular views, before stopping near the Volcanoes National Park, an unmissable site for discovering wildlife and volcanic landscapes.
Meeting the Mountain Gorillas
After an early breakfast, you will participate in a briefing before heading off for a trek in search of mountain gorillas. You will have the opportunity to observe them in their natural habitat, a highlight of your trip.
After the trek to meet the mountain gorillas, we will visit the Ellen DeGeneres Campus of the Dian Fossey Gorilla Fund, located near the Volcanoes National Park. This campus, recently opened to the public, is a modern facility that interactively and vividly tells the story of mountain gorilla research and conservation, from the time of Dian Fossey to today.
After this enriching visit, we will return to the lodge for a well-deserved shower and a moment of rest.
Free day
Parc National des Volcans → Kigali
A second visit to the gorillas is possible for those who wish to extend this unique experience.
Another option is a trekking to observe the golden monkeys (Cercopithecus mitis kandti), a rare species that can be seen in the bamboo forests.
You can also choose the ascent of Mount Bisoke, offering incredible panoramic views,
Or a hike to Dian Fossey's tomb, a tribute to the famous primatologist.
After this activity, we will return to the lodge for lunch before taking the road to Kigali. A visit to the Gisozi Genocide Memorial is planned, a place steeped in history that honors the victims of the 1994 genocide.
Finally, you will be transferred to the airport for your return flight.
Price per person
Indicative price per person, based on double room. Each trip is customized according to your preferences.
This trip can be tailored to your preferences
This itinerary provides an excellent foundation for discovery, but it can be fully customized. Our local advisors build each trip tailored to your budget, dates and preferences.
Not included
- The optional activity: 2nd gorillas trek: 1,500 USD, Bisoke mountain climbing: 75 USD, golden monkeys: 100 USD, visit to Dian Fossey's tomb: 75 USD
- Tips
- Visa fees and airline tickets
- All personal expenses
Included
- Accommodation + meals in full board according to the program
- 4x4 transfer, window seat guaranteed
- English-speaking driver(s)/guide(s)
- Visit to the Royal Palace in Nyanza and the Ethnographic Museum in Butare
- Nyungwe Forest Park entrance fees
- 1 chimpanzee permit
- 1 colobus permit
- 1 gorilla permit
- Ellen DeGeneres Dian Fossey Gorilla Fund Campus Tour
- Mineral water in the vehicle and during hikes
- Mandatory insurance for emergency medical evacuation by helicopter
Practical Information
Registration is considered firm and final after payment of a deposit of 30% of the total price and acceptance of the specific terms of sale.
The balance must be paid no later than 45 days before the departure date.
See our specific terms of sale for full details.
In the event of cancellation by the traveller, the following fees apply:
- Plus de 60 jours avant le départ : 40 % du prix total (acompte retenu)
- Entre 60 et 30 jours avant le départ : 50 % du prix total
- Moins de 30 jours avant le départ : 100 % du prix total
We strongly recommend taking out cancellation insurance. See our specific terms of sale for full details.
Les informations ci-dessous concernent les voyageurs ressortissants de l'Espace économique européen (EEE), de la Suisse et du Canada se rendant au Rwanda dans le cadre d'un séjour touristique. Les règles d'entrée pouvant évoluer, nous vous recommandons de vérifier les informations auprès des autorités officielles avant votre départ.
Passeport
Pour entrer au Rwanda, votre passeport doit être valide au minimum six mois après la date d'entrée dans le pays et comporter au moins deux pages vierges pour les tampons d'immigration.
Le document doit être en bon état (pas de pages détériorées, déchirées ou modifiées).
Séjour touristique sans visa
Les ressortissants de l'Espace économique européen, de la Suisse et du Canada bénéficient d'une exemption de visa pour les séjours touristiques au Rwanda.
À ce jour, cette exemption permet un séjour pouvant aller jusqu'à 30 jours lors de l'entrée sur le territoire. Une prolongation du séjour peut généralement être demandée sur place auprès du Directorate General of Immigration and Emigration rwandais.
Les autorités peuvent également demander :
un billet de sortie du territoire (vol retour ou continuation),
une preuve de ressources financières suffisantes pour la durée du séjour,
une confirmation de réservation d'hébergement.
Formulaire d'arrivée en ligne
Avant votre arrivée, il est recommandé de compléter le formulaire d'arrivée en ligne disponible sur le portail officiel des services d'immigration rwandais.
Ce formulaire permet de transmettre aux services d'immigration les informations nécessaires à l'entrée sur le territoire :
informations du passeport
détails du vol
adresse du premier hébergement au Rwanda
coordonnées d'une personne à contacter
Une confirmation numérique pourra être demandée lors du passage à l'immigration.
Santé et vaccinations
Le Rwanda exige la présentation d'un certificat international de vaccination contre la fièvre jaune pour les voyageurs en provenance de pays où cette maladie est endémique.
Par précaution, il est également recommandé de :
prendre un traitement antipaludéen, le paludisme étant présent sur tout le territoire,
s'assurer d'être à jour des vaccinations contre la typhoïde, l'hépatite A et l'hépatite B,
consulter un médecin ou un centre de vaccinations internationales au moins quatre à six semaines avant le départ.
Voyage avec des enfants
Les mineurs doivent être titulaires de leur propre passeport valide couvrant la durée du séjour.
Dans certains pays européens, lorsqu'un mineur voyage sans l'un de ses parents, une autorisation de sortie du territoire peut être exigée selon la réglementation du pays de résidence.
Autres nationalités
Les conditions d'entrée peuvent varier selon la nationalité. Les voyageurs concernés doivent se renseigner auprès de l'ambassade ou du consulat du Rwanda de leur pays de résidence.
Pour participer à nos voyages, il est fortement conseillé d'être assuré en assistance-rapatriement et frais médicaux à l’étranger.
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A tourist visa is required, which can be obtained online (e-visa) or upon arrival at Kigali airport. An East Africa visa is also available, covering Kenya, Uganda, and Rwanda. Your passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond your planned entry date. Before departure, check with the relevant consular authority for the procedures and fees applicable to your nationality.
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You can send a message to your host directly from the Tea Lounge.
For a tailor-made quality trip, plan between €280 and €480 per day per person, including accommodation, meals, internal transfers, permits and activities. International flights (€800-1,200 return) are additional. The gorilla permit in Rwanda (USD 1,500) makes it one of the world's most exclusive experiences.
Your documents are accessible in the Documents tab of your trip.
Absolutely. We adapt each itinerary to the traveler's profile. For families, we prioritize relaxed paces, family-friendly accommodations, fun and educational activities, and comfortable private transfers. Our English-speaking local guides know how to capture children's attention with age-appropriate anecdotes.
It's simple. You exchange with our local team to define your wishes, budget and dates. You receive a detailed itinerary proposal within 48 hours. You refine every detail together until it's perfect. You confirm and travel with peace of mind. Your local agency remains available 7 days a week throughout your trip.
In case of emergency, contact your local agency immediately.
Payment is generally made in two installments.
Our agency is part of the Nomadays network, registered in France. You benefit from APST (Association Professionnelle de Solidarité du Tourisme) guarantee which covers 100% of your funds. Secure payment, repatriation insurance included, and English-speaking assistance 24/7 on the ground throughout your stay.
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Rwanda hill scout, based in Kigali
Rwanda often impresses with its gentleness and balance. It's a country that unfolds gradually, through its landscapes, its history, and the quality of its welcome.
— Charles
