Rwanda · Safari

10-Day Rwanda Safari and Culture Tour with Lake Kivu and Nyungwe

10 Days Round trip from Kigali Moderate pace

The journey

Trip highlights

01 Explore Kigali's genocide memorials and museums
02 Experience day and night game drives in Akagera National Park
03 Engage with local traditions at Ibyiwacu Culture Village
04 Cruise on Lake Kivu and explore its islands
05 Walk the canopy walkway in Nyungwe Forest National Park

Unveil Kigali's poignant history at genocide memorials and museums before heading into Akagera National Park for thrilling wildlife encounters on both day and night game drives. Immerse yourself in local traditions at Ibyiwacu Culture Village, then embrace the charm of Lake Kivu with island explorations and sunset views. The journey continues with a coffee experience from plant to cup, a canopy walkway in Nyungwe Forest National Park, and time to explore Kigali's bustling markets and Nyandungu Ecotourism Park.

Unveil Kigali's poignant history at genocide memorials and museums before heading into Akagera National Park for thrilling wildlife encounters on both day and night game drives.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 10 Days

Tour type Shared

Activity level Moderate

Accommodation Included · Budget

Transport Included

Wheelchair access No

Cities Butare, Kigali, Kibuye, Akagera National Park, Nyungwe Forest National Park

Languages English, French

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Arrival in Kigali and Hotel Transfer

Arrive in Kigali.
Meet the guide upon arrival.
Airport pick-up and transfer to Kanyinya Hill Hotel for an overnight stay.

Day 02

Kigali Memorials, Museums, and Cultural Visit

Visit:

Kigali Genocide Memorial
Ntarama Genocide Memorial
Nyanza Genocide Memorial
Richard Kandt Museum
Art Museum
Nyamirambo Women's Center

Return to Kanyinya Hill Hotel for an overnight stay.

Day 03

Akagera National Park Day and Night Safari

Early morning departure after breakfast.
Full-day game drive in Akagera.
Night game drive.
Return to the campsite for an overnight stay.

Day 04

Morning Game Drive and Ihema Lake Sunset Boat Trip

Morning half-day game drive.
Sunset boat trip on Ihema Lake.
Return to the campsite for an overnight stay.

Day 05

Drive to Musanze with Cultural Village Visit

Drive to Musanze via Kigali.
Visit:

Ibyiwacu Culture Village
Short Musanze city tour

Overnight stay at Hotel Virunga.

Day 06

Golden Monkey Tracking and Twin Lakes Visit

Early morning track golden monkeys.
Afternoon visit to the twin lakes.
Return to the hotel for an overnight stay.

Day 07

Karongi Drive and Lake Kivu Island Exploration

Morning drive to Karongi after breakfast.
Boat trip on Lake Kivu, exploring:

Peace Island
Girls Island
Hike to Chapeau de Napoleon Island

Watch the sunset at the Moriah Hill Resort.

Day 08

Coffee Experience in Rubengera and Drive to Rusizi

Morning drive to Rubengera for a coffee experience (from plant to cup).
Evening drive to Rusizi.
Check-in at Emerode Hotel for an overnight stay.

Day 09

Nyungwe Canopy Walk and Return via Butare

Morning canopy walkway in Nyungwe Forest National Park.
Drive to Kigali via Butare with a stopover at Nyaza to visit the King Palace Museum.
Return to Kanyinya Hill Hotel for an overnight stay.

Day 10