Rwanda Discovery – The Land of a Thousand Hills – 9 Days
This safari brings you to the most interesting places of Rwanda. From the rocky highlands and the wet plains of Akagera National Park, home to the big African game, to the lush rainforest of Nyungwe with its unique primates. Enjoy the spectacular landscapes of Rwanda's hills and the serenity of Lake Kivu's shores. Visit the National Museum. Track the mountain gorilla.
Highlights: the last mountain gorillas · the primates of Nyungwe Forest · the big game of Akagera NP · Lake Kivu and its islands · the unique landscapes of the Land of a 1000 Hills.
Practical aspects: about 1,000 km of tracks and roads on board of comfortable vehicles. 8 nights spent in good hotels, nicely located guesthouses. Cold lunches, warm and varied dinners. Equatorial type of climate (25 – 30°C). Experienced, English speaking guide during the whole safari.
Meet on arrival at the airport. Transfer to Kigali. Overnight at your preferred lodge.
2Days 2–3: Akagera National Park
Early start to the Akagera National Park. As well as being home to the shy oribi and to the elusive topi, the Highlands afford a breathtaking view across the undulating hills, rolling grassland to the extensive series of lakes, linked by papyrus swamps. Elephant, buffalo, giraffe, zebra, waterbuck are some of the game roaming this peaceful heaven. The bird life is also remarkable. The diverse habitats of the area are home to over 500 species of birds. Overnight at your preferred lodge.
3Day 4: Kigali – Virunga National Park
After an early morning game drive, continue to Kigali. Visit the town. After lunch in a small garden, we follow the road as it climbs to the base of the majestic volcanoes, with spectacular views across the five peaks. Arrive at Kinigi. Overnight at your preferred lodge.
4Day 5: Mountain gorillas
As the first light of dawn breaks through the curtain of mist clinging to the summits of Karisimbi, Bisoke, Sabyinyo, Gahinga and Muhabura, we make our way into the Parc National des Volcans. Tracking the gorillas through the unique vegetation can take several hours of challenging walking in wet and muddy conditions. To see a gorilla, the trek will have been worth the hardship. In the afternoon travel to Gisenyi, a busy town on the shore of Lake Kivu. Overnight at your preferred lodge.
5Day 6: Lake Kivu
En route to Kibuye, enjoy the fantastic views over Lake Kivu and its ragged shore. Experience the peaceful atmosphere of the calm and pristine waters of Africa's highest lake from the terrace of your hotel. Overnight at your preferred lodge.
6Day 7: Lake and hills
After a refreshing early morning swim and a hearty breakfast, we continue toward south, along the lakeshore. There is plenty of opportunity for shopping and meeting villagers at the colourful market places. Stop at a huge tea plantation. Overnight at your preferred lodge.
7Day 8: Nyungwe Forest
Covering 970 km², the Highlands provide unique habitat for thirteen species of primate, including chimpanzees, l'Hoest's and owl-faced monkey. As you walk under the canopy of majestic trees, a large group of almost semi wild colobus monkeys can be seen feeding on wild figs and jumping from branch to branch. This high altitude jungle floor boasts some of the most beautiful orchids in the world. Drive to Butare. Overnight at your preferred lodge.
8Day 9: Butare – Nyanza – Kigali – departure
Visit the National Museum. It is a must for anybody who is interested in African history. In the late afternoon, drive to Kigali and transfer to the airport.
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