5-Day Gorillas, Wildlife Viewing, and Culture Adventures

Your tour begins with pickup from your hotel or the airport by your driver-guide, followed by a scenic transfer to Volcanoes National Park for an overnight stay at Isange Paradise Resort as you prepare for the adventure ahead.

Upon arrival and check-in at the lodge, you will enjoy a relaxed afternoon. Later, visit the Ibyiwacu Cultural Village, where you’ll experience traditional Rwandan culture, local performances, and community life before returning to your lodge for dinner and overnight rest.

Main Destination: Volcanoes National Park 

Best Time To Visit June to August (It is drier and hiking is easier)

High Season June to September (Permits are scarce)

Best Weather June to October (Sunny, but not too hot)

Accommodation: Isange Paradise Resort

• Budget hotel located less than 1hr drive from Volcanoes NP (Gorillas)

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

The highlight of your adventure begins on Day 2 with an early gorilla trek in Volcanoes National Park. After a hearty breakfast, you’ll meet your expert guide for a briefing on trekking etiquette, safety guidelines, and what to expect in the forest.

Set off into the misty rainforest, where every step reveals rich vegetation, birdlife, and fascinating wildlife. As you go deeper into the jungle, the excitement grows, knowing you are getting closer to the gorillas.

Once you find a gorilla family, you’ll spend a full hour observing them in their natural habitat—watching their social behavior, playful moments, and human-like expressions in a truly humbling and unforgettable encounter.

After the trek, return to your lodge for a well-earned rest and time to relax.

Main Destination: Volcanoes National Park 

Accommodation: Isange Paradise Resort

• Budget hotel located less than 1hr drive from Volcanoes NP (Gorillas)

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

On this day, you’ll return to the park headquarters for a briefing on the guidelines for golden monkey trekking in Volcanoes National Park. Afterward, head into the forest in search of these lively primates, known for their striking golden fur. You may spot them leaping through bamboo trees or foraging in nearby potato fields.

After the trek, return to your lodge for a farewell lunch as you reflect on your incredible journey. In the afternoon, you’ll transfer to Akagera National Park for a wildlife safari. The drive offers a final opportunity to enjoy Rwanda’s beautiful landscapes and reflect on the unforgettable experiences so far.

Main Destination: Akagera National Park

Best Time To Visit June to September and mid-December to mid-February (It is drier and wildlife is easier to spot)

High Season June to September (The park is busiest at weekends)

Best Weather June to October (Sunny, but not too hot)

Accommodation: Mantis Akagera Game Lodge

• Luxury lodge located inside Akagera NP

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Your adventure in Akagera National Park continues on Day 4 with an early morning game drive across its diverse landscapes of savannah, wetlands, and rolling hills.

As you explore the park, look out for a wide variety of wildlife, including zebras, giraffes, antelopes, hyenas, elephants, buffaloes, rhinos, lions, and leopards—the famous Big Five. The scenery is equally breathtaking, with scenic lakes and the winding Akagera River enhancing the safari experience.

In the afternoon, enjoy a relaxing boat cruise on Lake Ihema, where you may spot hippos, crocodiles, and animals coming to the shoreline to drink water. After the cruise, return to your lodge for dinner, relaxation, and an overnight stay.

Main Destination: Akagera National Park

Accommodation: Mantis Akagera Game Lodge

• Luxury lodge located inside Akagera NP

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

On your final day, enjoy breakfast at the lodge before departing Akagera National Park and driving back to Kigali. Along the way, you will visit the Kigali Genocide Memorial for a reflective experience, followed by stops at local craft markets for souvenir shopping.

After the city tour, you will be dropped off at your hotel or Kigali International Airport for your departure.

In conclusion, Safari Vacations and Travel Services is committed to offering an immersive and unforgettable 5-Day Gorillas and Wildlife Viewing Safari. This journey blends gorilla trekking, classic wildlife safaris, and cultural experiences, giving you a deeper connection to nature and Rwanda’s rich biodiversity.

Main Destination: Kigali

Accommodation: No accommodation (End of tour)

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)