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Rwanda · Primate Tours
The journey
Embark on a transformative 6-day journey through Rwanda, the Land of a Thousand Hills. This immersive itinerary includes a powerful city tour of Kigali, emotional visits to genocide memorials, authentic cultural encounters in Nyamirambo and Iby'Iwachu Village, and the unforgettable experience of trekking endangered mountain gorillas in Volcanoes National Park. Hike to the Dian Fossey Tomb, explore the Ellen DeGeneres Campus, and conclude with a world-class Rwandan coffee masterclass.
Spend up to one hour with a gorilla family in their natural habitat.
From the itinerary
At a glance
Day by day
Meet and greet with fast-track assistance through immigration and customs.
Meet your private guide and transfer to your hotel in a comfortable safari vehicle.
Enjoy a delicious welcome dinner and settle in for the night.
Overnight - Kigali Marriott Hotel or similar
Meals Included - Dinner
Begin your guided Kigali city tour, including a visit to the Kigali Genocide Memorial and Museum.
Continue to the Nyamirambo Women's Centre for a walking tour, a traditional snack, a Kinyarwanda language lesson, and a local lunch.
After lunch, drive north through Rwanda's terraced hills to Ruhengeri, near Volcanoes National Park.
Arrive at your lodge, enjoy the views, and attend an engaging Gorilla Doctors presentation at 5:00 PM.
Return to your lodge for a garden-to-table dinner.
Overnight - Mountain Gorilla View Lodge or similar
Meals Included - Lunch, Dinner
Head to Volcanoes National Park headquarters for a briefing, then begin your gorilla trek.
Spend up to one hour with a gorilla family in their natural habitat.
Return for lunch at the lodge.
In the afternoon, visit the Ellen DeGeneres Campus of the Dian Fossey Gorilla Fund.
Return to your lodge for a relaxing evening and dinner.
Overnight - Mountain Gorilla View Lodge or similar
Meals Included - Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Hike through the rainforest to her gravesite alongside Digit and other gorillas.
Return to the lodge for lunch.
Spend the afternoon at leisure or choose from the following optional activities:
Community Walk in Musanze
Twin Lakes sightseeing
Basket weaving workshop
Canoeing on nearby rivers
Spa treatments (massage, pedicure, or manicure)
Enjoy dinner at the lodge.
Overnight - Mountain Gorilla View Lodge or similar
Meals Included - Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Learn about local traditions, conservation efforts, and community empowerment.
Return to the lodge for lunch.
Drive back to Kigali through beautiful countryside.
Arrive in Kigali and participate in a coffee masterclass at Question Coffee.
Learn about Rwanda's coffee heritage, production, roasting, and tasting.
Transfer to your hotel for the evening.
Overnight - Kigali Marriott Hotel or similar
Meals Included - Breakfast, Dinner
Kigali Fashion & Art Tour
Ntarama Genocide Memorial
Women's Twongerre Coffee Cooperative
In the evening, enjoy a farewell dinner at Republika Restaurant.
Transfer to Kigali International Airport for your international departure.
Meals Included - Breakfast, Dinner
Where this trip takes you
Volcanoes National Park rainforest, Dian Fossey Tomb hike, Ellen DeGeneres Campus
The route
The fine print
Return airport transfers
VIP meet and greet at the airport
Complimentary bottled water in the vehicle
Professional English-speaking driver/guide
Private transportation in 4×4 jeeps or safari vehicle
4 breakfasts, 3 lunches, 5 dinners
4 nights' accommodation in premium lodges and hotels
Visit to Kigali Genocide Memorial
Nyamirambo Women's Centre walking tour
Gorilla Doctors presentation
Mountain gorilla trekking experience
Visit to the Ellen DeGeneres Campus of the Dian Fossey Fund
Dian Fossey Tomb trek
Tour of Iby'iwacu Cultural Village
Question Coffee masterclass experience
Local emergency medical evacuation coverage
Services of an English-speaking local guide
All national park and permit fees included
Visa fees and processing
Travel and medical insurance
All services and meals not specifically mentioned in the itinerary
All activities not explicitly listed in the inclusions
Any modifications to the confirmed and proposed program
All items of a personal nature such as drinks, laundry, telephone calls, and tips
Optional activities on Days 3 and 5
Early check-in and late check-out at hotels
Rwanda visa (obtainable online or on arrival for many countries)
Gorilla trekking permit (usually arranged by your tour operator)
Travel insurance documents
COVID-19 vaccination certificate (if required)
Lightweight long-sleeved shirts (for sun and insect protection)
Long trousers (preferably waterproof or quick-dry)
Warm sweater or fleece (for cool mornings and evenings)
Waterproof rain jacket or poncho
T-shirts or breathable tops
Comfortable clothes for cultural visits
Casual evening wear for lodges
Sturdy hiking boots (must be broken-in for gorilla trekking)
Comfortable walking shoes or sandals (for casual wear)
Gaiters or long socks (to protect from insects and mud)
Gardening gloves (to protect hands in dense vegetation)
Small backpack or daypack (to carry essentials)
Walking stick (available at park headquarters)
Binoculars (for bird and wildlife viewing)
Sunscreen (high SPF)
Insect repellent (with DEET)
Personal toiletries (biodegradable preferred)
Wet wipes and hand sanitizer
Reusable water bottle
Lip balm with SPF
Quick-dry towel
Camera (with extra batteries and memory cards)
Phone and charger (and/or power bank)
Travel adapter (Rwanda uses 230V, Type C & J plugs)
Headlamp or flashlight (with spare batteries)
Travel journal or notebook
Prescribed medications
Antimalarial tablets (consult your doctor)
Painkillers and antihistamines
Basic first aid kit
Electrolyte or rehydration salts
Logistics
Your 6 days finish where they began, in Kigali.
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