10-Day Rwanda Gorilla, Wildlife & Chimpanzee Safari
10-Day Rwanda Gorilla, Wildlife & Chimpanzee Safari | Akagera & Apes
Tour Overview
Rwanda's Ultimate Safari — All Four National Parks
This is Rwanda's most comprehensive safari experience — a 10-day journey through all four of the country's extraordinary national parks. Beginning in the vibrant capital Kigali, you'll descend into the ancient montane rainforest of Nyungwe for chimpanzee trekking and the iconic 70-metre canopy walk, before heading north to Gishwati-Mukura for the rare and striking golden monkey.
The journey continues to the mist-shrouded Virunga volcanoes for the centrepiece of any Rwanda safari — an intimate, permit-limited hour with a wild mountain gorilla family in Volcanoes National Park, home of Dian Fossey's legendary Karisoke Research Center. A historic hike to her gravesite on the slopes of Mount Bisoke is included.
The final act takes you east to Akagera National Park — Rwanda's only savannah park and a National Geographic Best of the World destination — for a full-day Big Five safari including the recently reintroduced black rhino, a sunset boat cruise on Lake Ihema, and a farewell to Rwanda's golden plains before returning to Kigali.
All Four National Parks
Safari Gallery
Volcanoes NP
Nyungwe Forest NP
Nyungwe Canopy Walk
Gishwati-Mukura NP
Akagera NP
Lake Ihema
Safari Drive
Primary Highlights
What You'll Experience
Day-by-Day
Detailed Itinerary
Activity
Warm welcome at Kigali International Airport by your expert Akagera & Apes driver-guide. Begin with a comprehensive Kigali City Tour: vibrant Kimironko Market, striking modern architecture, and a deeply moving visit to the Kigali Genocide Memorial.
Highlights
Experience the heart of Rwanda's remarkable story of resilience and transformation before the wilderness calls. Overnight in Kigali.
Activity
Scenic 5-hour drive south through Rwanda's terraced hills to Nyungwe Forest National Park — one of Africa's oldest and most biodiverse montane rainforests. Afternoon colobus monkey tracking through the ancient canopy.
Highlights
Nyungwe is home to 13 primate species and over 300 bird species. Your first afternoon in the forest sets the tone for the extraordinary wildlife encounters ahead.
What's Covered
Included & Excluded
Included
- Meals (full board throughout)
- Bottled water
- Private safari vehicle & driver-guide
- English-speaking expert guide
- Accommodation (9 nights)
- Rwanda gorilla trekking permit
- All national park entry fees
- Kigali City Tour & Genocide Memorial
- Chimpanzee trekking permit (Nyungwe)
- Golden monkey trekking permit (Gishwati)
- Nyungwe canopy walk
- Lake Ihema sunset boat cruise
- All activities detailed in the itinerary
Not Included
- Tips & gratuities
- Laundry services
- Beverages & alcoholic drinks
- International flights
- Rwanda visa
- Travel insurance
- Items of a personal nature
- Optional activities not listed
Logistics
Departure & Return
Departure / Return
Starts and ends in Kigali, Rwanda
Departure Time
Flexible — tailored to your arrival flight
Group Size
Maximum 8 guests — intimate private experience
Parks Covered
Nyungwe · Gishwati-Mukura · Volcanoes · Akagera
Price on Request
Custom Quote
tailored to your group & travel dates
No payment required to enquire
Parks Visited
Nyungwe Forest NP
Chimps · Canopy Walk · Colobus
Gishwati-Mukura NP
Golden Monkeys · Bamboo Forest
Volcanoes NP
Mountain Gorillas · Dian Fossey Hike
Akagera NP
Big Five · Black Rhino · Lake Ihema
Rwanda's Most Complete Safari Experience
Begin Your Ultimate Rwanda Safari
Gorilla trekking permits are strictly limited and sell out months in advance. Our team will reach out within 48 hours to confirm availability and craft your perfect 10-day Rwanda itinerary.
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