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This elite, fast-paced 5-day safari thoroughly explores Rwanda’s two most famous, highly acclaimed primate destinations — the incredibly biodiverse, sprawling Nyungwe Forest and the majestic, volcanic peaks of Volcanoes National Park. Visitors will first trek rapidly moving, highly vocal troops of wild chimpanzees in the ancient, misty Nyungwe rainforest. The journey then travels northwards through spectacular, terraced landscapes to encounter the incredibly massive, critically endangered mountain gorillas deep in the Virunga Mountains. This is the ultimate, expertly crafted itinerary for the serious primate enthusiast demanding the highest quality wildlife encounters imaginable.
Tour Type: Wildlife Safari
Duration: 5 Days / 4 Nights
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Arrive in Rwanda’s vibrant capital and meet your dedicated safari guide. Settle into your top-tier hotel before heading out for an extensive, insightful, and profoundly moving Kigali city exploration, prominently featuring the Genocidal Memorial and buzzing local artisan markets. Rest up for the journey ahead.
Following breakfast, depart Kigali and drive south through Rwanda’s spectacularly scenic, endless green tea plantations to Nyungwe National Park. The journey itself is a visual masterpiece. Check into your luxurious rainforest lodge and enjoy the serene, atmospheric sounds of the ancient jungle from your balcony.
Rise before the sun for an early trek to observe chimpanzees in the dense forest. Guided by expert trackers, you will hack through the undergrowth to locate these fascinating apes, observing their complex, incredibly human-like social interactions. Return to the lodge for a hearty lunch and relaxation.
Check out and commence the visually stunning drive north through Rwanda’s breathtaking, terraced countryside, traveling parallel to Lake Kivu. Arrive at the spectacular Volcanoes National Park, where the towering, mist-shrouded volcanoes dominate the horizon. Check into your lodge and prepare your trekking gear.
The absolute pinnacle of the tour. After a crucial morning briefing, trek high into the bamboo forests to meet a habituated family of mountain gorillas. Spending sixty deeply emotional, unforgettable minutes observing them up close is a supreme privilege. Afterwards, return for a quick lunch and transfer back to Kigali for your departure.
