On this trip, you will visit the spectacular mountain gorillas on the slope of Virunga, chimpanzees in Nyungwe and kayak on the blue waters of Lake Kivu.
Tour Features
Mid-Range Tour: | This tour includes mid-range camping and lodges. |
Can be Customized: | You can request minor changes to the accommodations and destinations of this tour. |
Private Tour: | This tour will be organized exclusively for you and won't be shared with others. |
Solo traveller: | Solo traveller can book this tour. |
Can start any day: | If availability permits, this tour can start on any day. |
Minimum age of 3 years: | The minimum age for this tour is 3 years. |
Day | Accommodation | Meals |
1 |
Tiloreza Volcanoes Ecolodge
Volcanoes National Park |
All Meals Included with Drinks |
2 |
Paradise Kivu
Volcanoes National Park |
All Meals Included with Drinks |
3 |
Cormoran Lodge
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4 |
Nyungwe Top View Hotel
Nyungwe National Park |
All Meals Included with Drinks |
5 |
Nyungwe Top View Hotel
Nyungwe National Park |
All Meals Included with Drinks |
6 |
Nyungwe National Park |
All Meals Included with Drinks |
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1Arrival - Kigali sightseeing tour
Meeting you at your hotel (or another agreed location in Central Kigali), your guide will take you on an insightful tour to see some of Kigali's fascinating history, culture, art and markets. We optionally finish at the Kigali Genocide Memorial, which is a very poignant and moving experience, you will have your lunch and in the afternoon, drive to Musanze where Volcanoes National Park is located. Dinner and your overnight stay are at Tiloreza Volcanoes Ecolodge.
Main Destination: Volcanoes National Park
Accommodation: Tiloreza Volcanoes Ecolodge,
Meals & Drinks: All Meals Included with Drinks
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2Mountain Gorilla Trekking
On arrival, everyone will be split into groups of up to 8 people—and maybe joined by other tourists—before being allocated a ranger. You will then drive a short distance to the start of the trail, from where you will trek in the forest for around 1-3 hours or so to meet the gorillas. When you find them, the hour you spend with these incredible primates is a true lifetime experience that you will never forget. Once you have returned to the headquarters, head back to your hotel for a celebration lunch, followed by an afternoon transfer to Gisenyi at Lake Kivu. Your overnight stay is at Paradise Kivu.
Main Destination: Volcanoes National Park
Accommodation: Paradise Kivu,
Meals & Drinks: All Meals Included with Drinks
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3Boat Ride to Cyimbili - Coffee Tour
On this morning, you will be taken by a motorboat on one of Africa's Great Lakes. The motorboat will take you to Cyimbili for the coffee tour. This fascinating tour of a thriving, coffee washing station brings to life the entire process of harvesting, washing, roasting, grinding and preparing some of the best coffee in Rwanda—and the world. Enjoy your lunch and then onward to the short hike on Munini (Napoleon) Island. Hike to the summit of Munini, popularly known as Napoleon Island. Overnight is at Cormoran Lodge.
Accommodation: Cormoran Lodge,
Meals & Drinks:
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4Kayaking on Lake Kivu
Explore Lake Kivu on a peaceful kayaking journey along the shores of one of Africa’s great lakes. You will paddle a modern sea kayak or sit-on-top to dip into inlets and across bays as you soak up the spectacular scenery, meet the fishermen, see local fish farms and optionally visit the hot springs. Lunch is followed by the transfer to Nyungwe National Park. Dinner and your overnight stay are at Nyungwe Top View Hill Hotel.
Main Destination: Nyungwe National Park
Accommodation: Nyungwe Top View Hotel,
Meals & Drinks: All Meals Included with Drinks
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5Chimpanzee Tracking and Waterfall Hike
Early this morning, you will transfer to the forest for chimpanzee tracking. This is a wonderful wildlife encounter! And if you're into birds, make sure to ask your guides to point out the species that you may find on the trails, which if you're really lucky may include the rather impressive blue turaco, in the afternoon you will do a waterfall hike! Dinner and your overnight stay are at Nyungwe Top View Hill Hotel.
Main Destination: Nyungwe National Park
Accommodation: Nyungwe Top View Hotel,
Meals & Drinks: All Meals Included with Drinks
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6Canopy Walkway
Accessible from the Uwinka Visitor Centre, a Forest Ranger will lead your walk through the forest, The walk includes a 200 m-long canopy walkway that takes you high above the forest floor providing a unique platform for observing the forest. After the tour, drive back to Kigali and be dropped off at the airport. End of services.
Main Destination: Nyungwe National Park
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Important to Know
- This tour is not available to solo travelers or groups larger than 14 people.
- Rates are per person and exclude the international flightfrom/to your home country.
- This tour accepts children who are 3 years and older.
Start Dates |
Solo 1 room |
2 people 1 room |
3 people 2 room |
4 people 2 room |
4+ people 3 room |
Oct 08 2024 to Oct 08 2025 | $6951 | $4985 | $4530 | $4067 | $3894 |
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.
Yes, a transfer from and back to the airport is included
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Offices In :
Rwanda -
Size :
10-20 -
Member Of :
ATTA, RTTA, Travelife -
Tour Types :
Primate Safaris, Adventure Tours, Wildlife Safaris, Birdwatching, Luxury Safaris and Hiking Safaris, -
Destinations :
Rwanda - Kingfisher Journeys is a sustainable tour company operating in Rwanda, dedicated to offering immersive, eco-friendly experiences. We specialize in wildlife safaris, primate treks, and cultural tours, ensuring that our activities benefit local communities and contribute to conservation efforts. By working closely with local guides, artisans, and conservationists, we create authentic experiences while minimizing our environmental footprint. Our commitment to responsible tourism helps preserve Rwanda’s stunning landscapes, wildlife, and traditions for future generations, while promoting economic growth in the regions we visit. At Kingfisher Journeys, we believe travel should inspire, educate, and protect the places we love.
Mid-Range Tour: | This tour includes mid-range camping and lodges. |
Can be Customized: | You can request minor changes to the accommodations and destinations of this tour. |
Private Tour: | This tour will be organized exclusively for you and won't be shared with others. |
Solo traveller: | Solo traveller can book this tour. |
Can start any day: | If availability permits, this tour can start on any day. |
Minimum age of 3 years: | The minimum age for this tour is 3 years. |
Day | Accommodation | Meals |
1 |
Tiloreza Volcanoes Ecolodge,
Volcanoes National Park |
All Meals Included with Drinks |
2 |
Paradise Kivu,
Volcanoes National Park |
All Meals Included with Drinks |
3 |
Cormoran Lodge,
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|
4 |
Nyungwe Top View Hotel,
Nyungwe National Park |
All Meals Included with Drinks |
5 |
Nyungwe Top View Hotel,
Nyungwe National Park |
All Meals Included with Drinks |
6 |
,
Nyungwe National Park |
All Meals Included with Drinks |
-
1Arrival - Kigali sightseeing tour
Meeting you at your hotel (or another agreed location in Central Kigali), your guide will take you on an insightful tour to see some of Kigali's fascinating history, culture, art and markets. We optionally finish at the Kigali Genocide Memorial, which is a very poignant and moving experience, you will have your lunch and in the afternoon, drive to Musanze where Volcanoes National Park is located. Dinner and your overnight stay are at Tiloreza Volcanoes Ecolodge.
Main Destination: Volcanoes National Park
Accommodation: Tiloreza Volcanoes Ecolodge, ,
Meals & Drinks: All Meals Included with Drinks
-
2Mountain Gorilla Trekking
On arrival, everyone will be split into groups of up to 8 people—and maybe joined by other tourists—before being allocated a ranger. You will then drive a short distance to the start of the trail, from where you will trek in the forest for around 1-3 hours or so to meet the gorillas. When you find them, the hour you spend with these incredible primates is a true lifetime experience that you will never forget. Once you have returned to the headquarters, head back to your hotel for a celebration lunch, followed by an afternoon transfer to Gisenyi at Lake Kivu. Your overnight stay is at Paradise Kivu.
Main Destination: Volcanoes National Park
Accommodation: Paradise Kivu, ,
Meals & Drinks: All Meals Included with Drinks
-
3Boat Ride to Cyimbili - Coffee Tour
On this morning, you will be taken by a motorboat on one of Africa's Great Lakes. The motorboat will take you to Cyimbili for the coffee tour. This fascinating tour of a thriving, coffee washing station brings to life the entire process of harvesting, washing, roasting, grinding and preparing some of the best coffee in Rwanda—and the world. Enjoy your lunch and then onward to the short hike on Munini (Napoleon) Island. Hike to the summit of Munini, popularly known as Napoleon Island. Overnight is at Cormoran Lodge.
Accommodation: Cormoran Lodge, ,
Meals & Drinks:
-
4Kayaking on Lake Kivu
Explore Lake Kivu on a peaceful kayaking journey along the shores of one of Africa’s great lakes. You will paddle a modern sea kayak or sit-on-top to dip into inlets and across bays as you soak up the spectacular scenery, meet the fishermen, see local fish farms and optionally visit the hot springs. Lunch is followed by the transfer to Nyungwe National Park. Dinner and your overnight stay are at Nyungwe Top View Hill Hotel.
Main Destination: Nyungwe National Park
Accommodation: Nyungwe Top View Hotel, ,
Meals & Drinks: All Meals Included with Drinks
-
5Chimpanzee Tracking and Waterfall Hike
Early this morning, you will transfer to the forest for chimpanzee tracking. This is a wonderful wildlife encounter! And if you're into birds, make sure to ask your guides to point out the species that you may find on the trails, which if you're really lucky may include the rather impressive blue turaco, in the afternoon you will do a waterfall hike! Dinner and your overnight stay are at Nyungwe Top View Hill Hotel.
Main Destination: Nyungwe National Park
Accommodation: Nyungwe Top View Hotel, ,
Meals & Drinks: All Meals Included with Drinks
-
6Canopy Walkway
Accessible from the Uwinka Visitor Centre, a Forest Ranger will lead your walk through the forest, The walk includes a 200 m-long canopy walkway that takes you high above the forest floor providing a unique platform for observing the forest. After the tour, drive back to Kigali and be dropped off at the airport. End of services.
Main Destination: Nyungwe National Park
Includes & Excludes
- 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
- International flights (from/to the client's home country)
- Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
- Tips: tipping guideline of 56 per person per day for the guide and crew
- Personal items (souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees and other personal items)
- Government imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees
Start Dates |
Solo 1 room |
2 people 1 room |
3 people 2 room |
4 people 2 room |
4+ people 3 room |
Oct 08 2024 to Oct 08 2025 | $6951 | $4985 | $4530 | $4067 | $3894 |
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.
Yes, a transfer from and back to the airport is included
Kingfisher Journeys
-
Offices In :
Rwanda -
Size :
10-20 -
Member Of :
ATTA, RTTA, Travelife -
Tour Types :
Primate Safaris, Adventure Tours, Wildlife Safaris, Birdwatching, Luxury Safaris and Hiking Safaris, -
Destinations :
Rwanda - Kingfisher Journeys is a sustainable tour company operating in Rwanda, dedicated to offering immersive, eco-friendly experiences. We specialize in wildlife safaris, primate treks, and cultural tours, ensuring that our activities benefit local communities and contribute to conservation efforts. By working closely with local guides, artisans, and conservationists, we create authentic experiences while minimizing our environmental footprint. Our commitment to responsible tourism helps preserve Rwanda’s stunning landscapes, wildlife, and traditions for future generations, while promoting economic growth in the regions we visit. At Kingfisher Journeys, we believe travel should inspire, educate, and protect the places we love.