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11-Day Rwanda Safari Tour by GO AHEAD TRIP
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Tour Features
Embark on an unforgettable 11 Days Rwanda Safari Adventure through East Africa’s most captivating landscapes. This journey combines primate trekking, big game safaris, cultural discovery, and scenic relaxation. It gives you a deep connection to Rwanda’s wildlife, people, and beauty. You will start in Kigali, Rwanda’s vibrant capital. Each day brings a new adventure. Trek chimpanzees in the misty Nyungwe Forest. Enjoy thrilling game drives in Akagera National Park, where lions, elephants, and giraffes roam freely. Hike in Volcanoes National Park’s bamboo forests to see endangered mountain gorillas up close. This experience is truly life-changing. Along the way, you will stay in private accommodations with expert local guides. You will also enjoy authentic cultural experiences. Visit the Kigali Genocide Memorial to learn about Rwanda’s powerful history and resilience. Meet local artisans, taste traditional cuisine, and explore countryside villages. This gives you a full view of Rwanda’s soul.
| Mid-Range tour | This mid-range tour includes comfortable lodges and tented camps. |
| Can be customized | You can request minor changes to the accommodations and destinations of this tour. |
| Shared tour | This tour will be shared with other travelers. |
| Solo travel available | Solo travelers can book this tour. |
| Can start any day | If availability permits, this tour can start on any day. |
| Minimum age required | The minimum age for this tour is 5 years. |
| Transportation | This tour uses: Roof minivan. |
Route & Activities
Rwanda
Activities Included
Accommodation & Meals
Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour can be arranged for an extra cost
| Day | Accommodation | Meals |
Rwiza Cultural Village No images available | Dinner Included | |
Akagera Rhino Lodge No images available | Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Included | |
Mid-Range Accommodation No images available | Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Included |
Arrival (See Getting There for more details)
- A transfer from the airport can be arranged for an extra cost.
- Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.
- Day - Day Activity
Day 1 Arrival in Kigali – Welcome to Rwanda
Upon arrival at Kigali International Airport, our representative will greet you and transfer you to your hotel for check-in. If time permits, you may enjoy a short city orientation tour depending on your flight arrival. Rest and prepare for the exciting journey ahead.
Meals: Dinner
Accommodation:
- Budget Camping: Discover Rwanda Youth Hostel
- Standard: Heaven Boutique Hotel
Accommodation: Rwiza Cultural Village
Meals & Drinks: Dinner Included
- Day - Day Activity
Day 2 Kigali City Tour – Transfer to Akagera National Park
Start the day with a guided tour of Kigali, including the Kigali Genocide Memorial, local markets, and craft centers. After lunch, drive to Akagera National Park, Rwanda’s only savannah park, known for its stunning landscapes and diverse wildlife. Arrive in time for a sunset view over Lake Ihema.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Rwiza Cultural Village
Meals & Drinks: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Included
- Day - Day Activity
Day 3Full Day Game Drive in Akagera National Park
Today is dedicated to a full-day game drive across the park's northern and central circuits. Search for lions, elephants, giraffes, zebras, buffaloes, and various antelope species. A picnic lunch will be enjoyed in the bush, and you'll return to the lodge in the evening.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Rwiza Cultural Village
Meals & Drinks: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Included
- Day - Day Activity
Day 4 Morning Boat Safari – Transfer to Kigali
Enjoy a tranquil boat safari on Lake Ihema, where you may spot hippos, crocodiles, and a variety of water birds. After the cruise, begin your journey back to Kigali for an overnight stay.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation:
- Budget Camping: Discover Rwanda Youth Hostel
- Standard: Hotel des Mille Collines
Accommodation: Rwiza Cultural Village
Meals & Drinks: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Included
- Day - Day Activity
Day 5 Transfer to Nyungwe Forest National Park via Butare
Depart for Nyungwe Forest with a scenic drive through southern Rwanda. Stop at Nyanza King’s Palace and the Ethnographic Museum in Huye (Butare) to explore Rwanda’s rich history. Continue to Nyungwe for overnight.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation:
- Budget Camping: Gisakura Guesthouse
- Standard: Nyungwe Top View Hill Hotel
Accommodation: Rwiza Cultural Village
Meals & Drinks: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Included
- Day - Day Activity
Day 6 Chimpanzee Trekking and Canopy Walk in Nyungwe
Rise early for an unforgettable chimpanzee trekking experience in Nyungwe’s tropical rainforest. In the afternoon, enjoy the iconic canopy walk, offering panoramic views of the forest canopy and birdlife.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation:
- Budget Camping: Gisakura Guesthouse
- Standard: Nyungwe Top View Hill Hotel
Accommodation: Rwiza Cultural Village
Meals & Drinks: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Included
- Day - Day Activity
Day 7 Transfer to Lake Kivu – Relaxation on the Shoreline
Depart for Lake Kivu, one of Africa’s great lakes. Arrive in Gisenyi and spend the afternoon at leisure—swimming, relaxing by the lake, or taking an optional boat ride or coffee tour.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation:
- Budget Camping: Inzu Lodge
- Standard: Paradise Kivu Resort
Accommodation: Rwiza Cultural Village
Meals & Drinks: No meals selected
- Day - Day Activity
Day 8 Transfer to Volcanoes National Park – Twin Lakes Visit
After breakfast, travel to Volcanoes National Park in the Virunga Mountains. En route, visit the Twin Lakes of Burera and Ruhondo—stunningly scenic crater lakes nestled among volcanic peaks.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation:
- Budget Camping: Amahoro Guest House
- Standard: Le Bambou Gorilla Lodge
Accommodation: Rwiza Cultural Village
Meals & Drinks: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Included
- Day - Day Activity
Day 9 Gorilla Trekking in Volcanoes National Park
Today is the highlight of your trip—mountain gorilla trekking! After an early briefing, hike through the lush rainforest to observe a gorilla family in their natural habitat. Enjoy a quiet hour with these incredible primates.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation:
- Budget Camping: Amahoro Guest House
- Standard: Le Bambou Gorilla Lodge
Accommodation: Rwiza Cultural Village
Meals & Drinks: No meals selected
- Day - Day Activity
Day 10 Cultural Visit and Transfer to Kigali
After breakfast, visit the Iby’Iwacu Cultural Village to experience traditional Rwandan customs, music, and dance. Later, drive back to Kigali for your final night in Rwanda.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation:
- Budget Camping: Discover Rwanda Youth Hostel
- Standard: Hotel des Mille Collines
Accommodation: Rwiza Cultural Village
Meals & Drinks: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Included
- Day - Day Activity
Day 11 Departure Day – Farewell Rwanda
Depending on your flight schedule, enjoy some last-minute shopping or sightseeing before being transferred to Kigali International Airport for your departure.
Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: None (End of Tour)
Accommodation: Rwiza Cultural Village
Meals & Drinks: Breakfast Included
End of tour (See Getting There for more details)
- Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost.
- A transfer back to the airport can be arranged for an extra cost.
Includes
- Park fees (for non-residents)
- All activities mentioned (unless clearly labeled as optional)
- Meals (as specified in the day-by-day description)
- All accommodation mentioned (unless clearly labeled as optional upgrade)
- A professional driver/guide
- All transportation mentioned (unless clearly labeled as optional)
- All Taxes/VAT
- Government imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees
Excludes
- International flights (from/to the client's home country)
- Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
- Tips: tipping guideline of $6 per person per day for the guide and crew
- Personal items (souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees and other personal items)
Rates Per Person
Feb 17, 2026 - Feb 17, 2027
*n/a = not available. This tour is unavailable for solo travelers.
Includes
- Park fees (for non-residents)
- All activities mentioned (unless clearly labeled as optional)
- Meals (as specified in the day-by-day description)
- All accommodation mentioned (unless clearly labeled as optional upgrade)
- A professional driver/guide
- All transportation mentioned (unless clearly labeled as optional)
- All Taxes/VAT
- Government imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees
Excludes
- International flights (from/to the client's home country)
- Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
- Tips: tipping guideline of $6 per person per day for the guide and crew
- Personal items (souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees and other personal items)
Getting There
Kigali International Airport (KGL), on the outskirts of Kigali, would most likely be your point of entry point into the country. There are currently no direct flights from any North American city to Kigali. All require at least one stop, with most major cities, including New York, Toronto, Sao Paolo and Montreal only requiring one stop. Direct flights are available from Amsterdam and Brussels. There are also direct flights on Turkish Airlines, from Istanbul, and from Dubai on Rwanda Air. There are no direct flights from Doha and Qatar. Flights from major cities in Asia, such as Hong Kong and Singapore, also require one stop. Flights from Sydney, Australia presently require two stops.
Rwanda is quite tiny, and most people travel inside the country by car. Rwanda's speed limit is 60 kilometres per hour on all roads. Akagera Aviation, on the other hand, provides charter helicopter transfers to and from any place in the country.
This tour starts in Volcanoes National Park and ends in Volcanoes National Park, Rwanda
A transfer from and back to the airport is included
Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour can be arranged for an extra cost
Travel Requirements
- All foreign visitors need a passport that is valid for at least six months
- Passports must have a clean and a full visa page for endorsement.
- When arriving from a yellow-fever-infected country in Africa or the Americas a yellow fever vaccination certificate is required.
- As of January 2018, citizens of all countries are now eligible for visas on arrival at US$30 for 30 days. More details at www.migration.gov.rw
- For people visiting Rwanda in conjunction with Kenya and/or Uganda, it is possible to buy a joint visa for all three countries with advance application. See www.migration.gov.rw for details.
Getting There
Kigali International Airport (KGL), on the outskirts of Kigali, would most likely be your point of entry point into the country. There are currently no direct flights from any North American city to Kigali. All require at least one stop, with most major cities, including New York, Toronto, Sao Paolo and Montreal only requiring one stop. Direct flights are available from Amsterdam and Brussels. There are also direct flights on Turkish Airlines, from Istanbul, and from Dubai on Rwanda Air. There are no direct flights from Doha and Qatar. Flights from major cities in Asia, such as Hong Kong and Singapore, also require one stop. Flights from Sydney, Australia presently require two stops.
Rwanda is quite tiny, and most people travel inside the country by car. Rwanda's speed limit is 60 kilometres per hour on all roads. Akagera Aviation, on the other hand, provides charter helicopter transfers to and from any place in the country.
This tour starts in Volcanoes National Park and ends in Volcanoes National Park, Rwanda
A transfer from and back to the airport is included
Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour can be arranged for an extra cost
Travel Requirements
- All foreign visitors need a passport that is valid for at least six months
- Passports must have a clean and a full visa page for endorsement.
- When arriving from a yellow-fever-infected country in Africa or the Americas a yellow fever vaccination certificate is required.
- As of January 2018, citizens of all countries are now eligible for visas on arrival at US$30 for 30 days. More details at www.migration.gov.rw
- For people visiting Rwanda in conjunction with Kenya and/or Uganda, it is possible to buy a joint visa for all three countries with advance application. See www.migration.gov.rw for details.
Offered By
GO AHEAD TRIP
Kenya
Tanzania
Welcome to GO Ahead Trip – your trusted partner for unforgettable adventures in Tanzania, Kenya and Rwanda!
My name is Daniel Malanga, the proud Founder and Owner of this company. With over 13 years of experience in Kilimanjaro trekking and wildlife safaris, I have dedicated my life to sharing the breath-taking beauty of Tanzania with travellers from all over the world.
I hold a Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration and have also studied Wildlife Management, combining my academic background with my deep passion for nature and adventure. My journey began with a love for the wild and a desire to help others experience the magic of our landscapes, wildlife, and culture.
At Go Ahead Trip we believe in personalized, safe, and eco-friendly travel experiences. Whether you’re climbing the majestic Mount Kilimanjaro, exploring the vast Serengeti, or discovering hidden gems off the beaten path, our expert team is here to make your dream trip a reality.Join us for an adventure of a lifetime – crafted by passion, guided by experience, and driven by purpose.
Join us for an adventure of a lifetime – crafted by passion, guided by experience, and driven by purpose.
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