7-Day Rwanda Tour
The complete circuit: gorillas, Big Five safari, culture and a lakeside finish, all in one well-paced week.
Day-by-Day
Itinerary
1Arrival in KigaliKigali
Met on arrival and transferred to your hotel. Afternoon Kigali city tour including the Genocide Memorial.
2Akagera National ParkAkagera
Drive to Akagera (2.5 hours). Afternoon game drive tracking lion, elephant and giraffe.
3Akagera & Transfer to MusanzeAkagera → Musanze
Sunrise game drive and a Lake Ihema boat safari, then drive to Musanze for the night.
4Gorilla TrekkingVolcanoes National Park
7am briefing followed by your gorilla trek: a ranger-timed hour with your assigned gorilla family.
5Golden Monkeys & Lake Kivu TransferMusanze → Lake Kivu
Optional golden monkey trek in the morning, then drive to Lake Kivu for the afternoon.
6Lake KivuGisenyi / Kibuye
A full day to kayak, take a boat excursion, or simply rest lakeside.
7Return to Kigali & DepartureKigali
Morning drive back to Kigali with a coffee farm stop. Transfer to the airport for departure.
| Included |
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| Airport transfers |
| Private vehicle & driver-guide |
| Gorilla trekking permit |
| Akagera park fees |
| 6 nights accommodation |
| Daily breakfast |
| Not Included |
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| International flights |
| Visa fees |
| Travel insurance |
| Golden monkey permit (optional) |
| Lunches, dinners & drinks |
| Tips for guides & porters |
Common Questions
7-Day Tour FAQ
Is 7 days the ideal length for Rwanda?
For most travellers wanting gorillas, safari and a lake stop without feeling rushed, yes: 7 days is our most commonly booked trip length.
How much driving is involved?
Drives between regions typically run 2.5-3 hours, spread across the week rather than back-to-back, so no single day involves excessive time in the vehicle.
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