8 Days Luxury Gorilla & Chimpanzee trekking Rwanda

Day 1: Arrival in Kigali & Luxury Welcome

Upon arrival at Kigali International Airport, you’ll be met by a private guide and transferred to your luxury hotel. If time allows, enjoy a guided city tour including the Kigali Genocide Memorial, local markets, and craft shops.

Check in at the luxurious Kigali Serena Hotel or The Retreat by Heaven or Kigali Marriott Hotel and enjoy a relaxing evening with a gourmet dinner.

Day 2: Transfer to Volcanoes National Park & Luxury Lodge Check-in

After a relaxing breakfast, embark on a 2.5-hour private drive to Volcanoes National Park.

Check into your luxury lodge (One&Only Gorilla’s Nest, Bisate Lodge, Sabyinyo Silverback Lodge, or Farm House), where you’ll receive a warm welcome and breathtaking views of the Virunga Mountains.

Spend the afternoon unwinding with spa treatments, a guided forest walk, or a cultural visit to the Iby’Iwacu Cultural Village. Enjoy a private dinner under the stars, prepared by expert chefs.

Day 3: Gorilla Trekking in Volcanoes National Park

Wake up early for your once-in-a-lifetime gorilla trekking experience.

• 5:30 AM: Early breakfast before transferring to the Volcanoes National Park headquarters for a briefing.
• 7:00 AM: Begin your guided trek to find a gorilla family, which can take 2-6 hours.
• Spend an unforgettable hour observing these majestic creatures up close.

Return to your lodge for a gourmet lunch and afternoon relaxation.

In the evening, enjoy a spa session or an optional helicopter tour over the Virunga Volcanoes.

Day 4: Leisure & Exploration at Luxury Lodge

Enjoy a day of relaxation at your luxury lodge with activities such as:

• A nature walk or bird-watching tour

• A coffee and tea tasting experience

• A visit to the Ellen DeGeneres Gorilla Conservation Campus

• An optional golden monkey trek

Day 5: Scenic Transfer to Nyungwe Forest National Park

After breakfast, take a scenic 6-7 hour drive to Nyungwe Forest National Park, home to chimpanzees and 12 other primate species. Check into One&Only Nyungwe House, a luxury retreat nestled within a tea plantation. Relax with a spa treatment, a guided nature walk, or an afternoon by the infinity pool before enjoying a fine-dining experience.

Day 6: Chimpanzee Tracking in Nyungwe Forest

Set off early for your chimpanzee tracking adventure in the lush Nyungwe rainforest.

• 5:00 AM: Early breakfast before heading to the park headquarters for a briefing.

• 6:00 AM: Begin your trek in search of wild chimpanzees, listening to their calls as you venture deeper into the forest.

• Spend an hour observing the chimpanzees in their natural habitat.

• Return to the lodge for a relaxing afternoon with optional activities like a canopy walk, spa therapy, or a nature hike.

Day 7: Luxury & Leisure at Nyungwe

Spend a relaxing day enjoying luxury lodge activities, such as:

• Tea plantation tours & tastings

• A guided canopy walk over the rainforest

• Yoga and meditation with breathtaking views

Day 8: Return to Kigali & Departure

After breakfast, take a 5-hour scenic drive back to Kigali. If time allows, enjoy a private Rwandan coffee tour or shop for souvenirs before transferring to Kigali International Airport for your flight home.