5-Day Rwanda Tour

Gorilla trekking, Kigali and an unhurried stop at Lake Kivu: a well-balanced introduction to Rwanda.

  • 5 Days
  • Year-round
  • Moderate fitness
  • 2+ travellers

Day-by-Day

Itinerary

1Arrival in KigaliKigali

Met on arrival and transferred to your hotel. Afternoon city tour including the Genocide Memorial and a local market.

2Transfer to MusanzeMusanze

Scenic drive to Musanze (about 2.5 hours), with an optional stop at a local market or cultural site en route. Evening briefing on the next day's trek.

3Gorilla TrekkingVolcanoes National Park

7am briefing followed by your gorilla trek: a ranger-timed hour with your assigned gorilla family. Afternoon at leisure.

4Lake KivuGisenyi / Kibuye

Drive to Lake Kivu (about 2.5 hours). Afternoon kayaking, a boat excursion, or simply relaxing lakeside.

5Return to Kigali & DepartureKigali

Morning drive back to Kigali with a coffee farm stop en route. Transfer to the airport for departure.

What's Included
Included
Airport transfers
Private vehicle & driver-guide
Gorilla trekking permit
4 nights accommodation
Daily breakfast
Not Included
Not Included
International flights
Visa fees
Travel insurance
Lunches, dinners & drinks
Tips for guides & porters

Common Questions

5-Day Tour FAQ

What does a 5-day Rwanda tour add over 3 days?

An extra two days allows a relaxed stop at Lake Kivu, giving the trip a slower, more varied pace than the tighter 3-day gorilla-focused itinerary.

Can this itinerary be adjusted?

Yes, every itinerary is a starting template. We commonly swap Lake Kivu for a day in Akagera or extend the Kigali stay based on your interests.

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