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Short Description
This trip takes you to Volcanoes National Park, a home to endangered primate species that is the mountain gorilla and the golden monkeys. You get to see these apes in their natural habitat. You get to tour Kigali city city where you will learn about the general culture and lifestyle of Rwandans and also visit the Kigali Genocide Memorial and learn of the genocide that took place in Rwanda.
PRICING & QUOTES
Itinerary In Brief
DAY 1
Arrival in Rwanda - Transfer to Musanze
Transfer from Kigali Airport
Kigali Genocide Memorial
Transfer to Musanze-Volcanoes
The Bishops House
FB - Dinner, Bed, Breakfast and Lunch
DAY 2
Gorilla Trekking in Volcanoes
Gorilla Trekking in Volcanoes National Park
The Bishops House
FB - Dinner, Bed, Breakfast and Lunch
DAY 3
Golden Monkey Trekking - Transfer back to Kigali
Golden Monkey Trekking in Volcanoes
Transfer to Kigali
Kigali Serena Hotel
HB - Breakfast and Dinner
DAY 4
Departure

Day By Day Details

Day 1: Arrival in Rwanda - Transfer to Musanze
Arrive at Kigali airport, meet and greet, we have a city tour of Kigali, including a visit to the genocide memorial center and other cultural sites. In the afternoon we drive to Musanze the Gorilla base town.

On Your Transfer from Kigali Airport
You will be picked up from the airport by your driver/guide and transferred to either your accommodation for overnight or start your adventurous safari.

On Your Kigali Genocide Memorial
The people of Rwanda embrace peace and reconciliation. They are committed to fight the ideology of genocide. The memorials found throughout the country are moving testimonies in memory of the 1994 Genocide against the Tutsi and the people who lost their lives.

Inaugurated on the 10th anniversa...

On Your Transfer to Musanze-Volcanoes
Volcanoes National Park is a national park in northwestern Rwanda covering an area of 160 km2 of rainforest and encompasses five of the eight volcanoes in the Virunga Mountains that is Karisimbi, Bisoke, Muhabura, Gahinga and Sabyinyo. The park borders Virunga National Park in the Democratic Republi...
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View list of Other Optional Activities in Volcanoes National Park
DAY ACTIVITIES
  • Transfer from Kigali Airport
  • Kigali Genocide Memorial
  • Transfer to Musanze-Volcanoes



Day 2: Gorilla Trekking in Volcanoes
After breakfast, we take a short drive to Park Headquarters and meet with excellent local guides and trackers who will give a talk on the manners of gorilla trekking. We then hike into the forest to where the gorillas were seen the night before and track from that point.

On Your Gorilla Trekking in Volcanoes National Park
Gorilla tracking in Rwanda is often described as "life changing" and with good reason. With only 880 estimated Gorillas left in the world, to see these gentle apes in their natural habitat is a truly unique moment. Rwanda is one of only three countries in the world where the critically endangered mo...
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DAY ACTIVITIES
  • Gorilla Trekking in Volcanoes National Park



Day 3: Golden Monkey Trekking - Transfer back to Kigali
After breakfast drive to park headquarters then meet your forest guides who will escort you into the park to trek the Golden Monkey trekking. Fully habituated now, enjoy a rare treat watching these unique primates play and perform in the forest.

On Your Golden Monkey Trekking in Volcanoes
These striking primates are a treat for the eyes. With their bright orange fur contrasting the green rainforests of the Virunga Mountains, it's a photographers dream! The activity starts at the park headquarters with a briefing by the park ranger guide. The trek is done once per day.
Like their ne...
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View list of Other Optional Activities in Kigali
DAY ACTIVITIES
  • Golden Monkey Trekking in Volcanoes
  • Transfer to Kigali



Day 4: Departure
After breakfast have a city tour of Kigali for souvenirs then transfer to the airport to catch the flight.
DAY ACTIVITIES

Itinerary Accommodations

The Bishops House Day 1 - 2

The Bishop’s House is located in the Northern Province of Rwanda in a town called Musanze; Well known as the gateway to the Volcanoes National Park which is home to the Mountain Gorilla and the Golden Monkey. TBH is a mere 25 minute drive away (17KMS) from the park and its plethora of inhabitants both big and small. Its location in the rich quiet suburbs of Musanze places makes the house the ideal location for travelers wanting to explore the Volcanoes National Park, the Musanze Caves and all the other attractions that make the area a busy tourist hub.

The colonial style architecture and furnishings of The Bishop’s House sets it apart from others and our nine luxuriously decorated rooms are available to our guests at an affordable price. TBH is a haven of tranquility, surrounded by flora and fauna along with the sights and sounds of nature, making it the perfect location for any guest looking to unwind and enjoy the calm of the land of a thousand hills – Rwanda. All rooms are furnished with large, antique hand crafted four-poster beds on a wooden floor that envelopes the occupant in warmth and grandeur in the en-suite bathrooms you will be met with hot showers and bathrobes warm and soft to the touch. The rooms have DSTV, Wi-Fi, mini-bar and tea and coffee facilities to add to the homely feel of The Bishop’s House

Executive suite
Executive Suite, 1178 Sq Ft, panoramic view of the volcanic mountains, antique handcrafted king size bed, micro-kitchenette, vanity room, Butler service

Deluxe Room
Deluxe Room, 490 sqft, sitting area that stretches into the serene gardens, luxury bathrooms with his and hers sinks, complimentary fruit basket and a bottle of house wine

Superior Rooms
Superior Room, 400sqft, Color Themed distinct double/Twin rooms each with handcrafted antique beds draped with mosquito nets both for protection and to evoke the romanticism of Africa


Kigali Serena Hotel Day 3

One of the best hotels in Rwanda
On an enchanting boulevard in the heart of Kigali, Rwanda, in a secure location just a five-minute walk from the CBD, lies Kigali Serena Hotel. A distinctively rich blend of Rwandan heritage, art and culture with contemporary 5-star comfort in 148 sophisticated rooms and suites, Serena Kigali hotel provides a private and peaceful retreat like no other for discerning international diplomats and executives.


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Includes and Excludes

What Is Included
24 hour support by our staff
1 gorilla trekking permit per person
1 golden monkey trekking permit per person
All park entrance fees and excursions mentioned in the itinerary
Accommodation with meals as specified in the itinerary
All ground transportation
English speaking driver guide
All transfers airport, Hotel pickup and drop-off
Guided tours in particular sites by local quality English speaking guides
Coffee, tea and drinking water in vehicle
AMREF Flying Doctor
What is Excluded
Anything not specified in the itinerary description
Guidance in other languages
Other expenses of a personal nature (alcoholic beverages, laundry)
Tips for guides, drivers and other staff
VISA procedures
PCR Tests
Optional Activities
Optional Activities List Per Destination
View list of Other Activities in Kigali
View list of Other Activities in Volcanoes National Park
GETTING THERE...
Fly to/from Kigali Airport (KGL - Check Price)
We Can Easily Arrange your Airport Transfers and pick you up from the airport and proceed to Safari/tour
Additional Accommodation before and at the end of the tour can be arranged as well