Upon arrival at Kigali International Airport, our Seneiya Expeditions representative will welcome and transfer you to the hotel, take this opportunity to relax and recoup from your flight. If time permits, we can arrange a tour of the city. Kigali offers a wide array of restaurants and gift shops to explore. Overnight hotel as per our selection or a hotel of your choice.

Accommodation
Heaven Boutique Hotel

Meal Plan: Bed & Breakfast

Enjoy an early breakfast, then your safari guide will give you a briefing before we drive through stunning scenery to Akagera National Park. The journey lasts approximately 2.5 hours, depending on any stopovers along the route.

Akagera National Park, located in North Eastern Rwanda at the border with Tanzania, is characterized by its swamps and small lakes that flow from the River Kagera. The combination of water sources and the distinctive terrain creates stunning scenery, making it a remarkable ecosystem.

Upon reaching the park, you will embark on a brief game drive before checking in for lunch. Following lunch, you will continue your game viewing in search of large mammals such as elephants, giraffes, buffaloes, various antelope species, and the recently reintroduced lions and rhinos.

Later on, we will set out for a sunset boat trip on Lake Ihema, where you can observe a significant number of hippos. The excursion will take you to the nearby Bird Island, which is home to a diverse array of bird species and large Nile crocodiles.

Finally, you'll make your way back to the lodge where you can cozy around the campfire and enjoy sharing stories of the day’s wildlife sightings.

Accommodation
Mantis Akagera Game Lodge

Meal Plan: Breakfast & Lunch

Enjoy an early breakfast at your lodge, preparing for an exhilarating day ahead. Following breakfast, check out with a packed lunch and set off on a full-day game drive to the northern part of the park.

Akagera National Park is the sole savannah park in Rwanda, offering a diverse habitat for wildlife and numerous bird species, with over 500 bird species making it a haven for birdwatchers.

Explore the park's varied landscape, from vast savannahs to scenic riverbanks, where you will be rewarded with breathtaking views and countless opportunities for photography. Relish a delightful picnic lunch in the heart of the African wilderness, allowing you to truly connect with the tranquil surroundings.

Subsequently, return to your lodge for dinner and a comfortable overnight stay, surrounded by the enchanting wilderness and the sounds of Akagera.

Optional activities on this day: Balloon Safari over the Akagera plains

Accommodation
Mantis Akagera Game Lodge

Meal Plan: Breakfast & Lunch

After an early breakfast, proceed on an approx. four drive through breathtaking scenery to Nyungwe National Park, situated in the mountainous southwest of Rwanda. Nestled in the heart of the Albertine Rift, this park boasts the largest high-altitude montane forest in both East and Central Africa, and it is recognized as one of the oldest rainforests on the continent.

The rainforest within the park is inhabited by 13 species of primates. Additionally, Nyungwe serves as a haven for birdwatchers, featuring approximately 300 recorded bird species, with 30 of these being endemic to the Albertine Rift region.

During your journey, you will have the opportunity to visit the Royal Palace Museum and the Ethnographic Museum located in the Southern Province. This visit will provide you with valuable insights into the traditional lifestyles of Rwandans and their historical kingship leadership, accompanied by a lunch along the way.

You are expected to arrive in the afternoon, where you will conclude your day with a delightful dinner followed by a peaceful overnight stay.

Accommodation
Nyungwe Top View Hill Hotel

Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Rise with the sun for an invigorating day, seeking out wildlife awakening. After a quick breakfast, head out on a guided hike through the lush evergreen forest of Nyungwe National Park to track down chimpanzees.

Your local guide will take you into the jungle in search of the Chimpanzees. Along the way, keep an eye out for 12 smaller primate species, such as owl-faced monkeys, Dent’s Mona Monkeys, Silver monkeys, Olive Baboons, Red-tailed Monkeys, grey-cheeked Mangabeys, and l’hoest’s monkey.

Finally, when you encounter the Chimps, you’ll have a full hour to enjoy their company and snap as many photos as you like. The trek can last anywhere from 1 to 5 hours, depending on what the chimpanzees are up to in their natural environment.

While you’re in Nyungwe National Park, you’ll also get the chance to walk across the Canopy Walkway, a 200-meter bridge hanging between massive trees, 50 meters above the ground. This walkway provides stunning views of the upper canopy and is perfect for spotting wildlife. Since many primates live in the trees, you’ll have a better shot at seeing them from up there. Plus, it’s a great way to catch sight of the birds and butterflies that inhabit the forest.

After an action-packed day, drive back to the hotel for dinner and a cozy overnight stay.

Accommodation
Nyungwe Top View Hill Hotel

Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Savor a hearty breakfast, then set off from Nyungwe to your next luxurious accommodation nestled on the pristine white sandy shores of Lake Kivu. Unwind and soak in the serene environment, with breathtaking palm-lined shores, paddle in the tranquil and clear deep emerald waters, embark on a boat trip to the nearby islands or explore coffee and banana farms.

You can also trek in the nearby hills or pay a visit to the Imbabazi Orphanage. The hotel’s terrace offers spectacular views of Lake Kivu and its rugged coastline.

Optional excursions and activities are available for direct payment.

Accommodation
Lake Kivu Serena Hotel

Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Savor a leisurely breakfast at Lake Kivu Serena Hotel.

Take your time in the mid-morning to enjoy the amenities of your resort, then embark on a four-hour drive to The Volcanoes National Park, taking in the stunning views along the way.

Once you arrive, have lunch, and in the afternoon, experience Ibyiwacu entertainment that highlights Rwandan culture.

You will receive a briefing for the gorilla trek scheduled for tomorrow, and finally, end your day with a delicious dinner and a peaceful overnight stay.

Accommodation
Five Volcanoes Boutique Hotel

Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Wake up and enjoy breakfast surrounded by the pristine natural beauty of the Volcanoes National Park. After an early breakfast, depart from the hotel shortly after dawn with a packed lunch and proceed to Kinigi, located at the base of the Virunga mountains, where your trek will commence. This park is home to the largest population of mountain gorillas within the Virunga Conservation Area.

Your guide and tracker will navigate you deep into the forest in pursuit of your designated gorilla family. The trek may last anywhere from 30 minutes to eight hours, depending on the precise location of the specific gorilla family you are tracking.

Upon encountering the gorillas, you will have the opportunity to spend up to one enchanting hour quietly observing them. The gorillas are likely to be just a few meters away, continuing their daily activities of feeding and interacting with one another, all under the vigilant watch of the silverback.

In the afternoon, return to your accommodation where you can spend the evening reflecting on your remarkable experience with the gentle giants of Rwanda.

Accommodation
Five Volcanoes Boutique Hotel

Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Awaken early to the delightful sounds of nature, and savor a morning meal prior to your transfer to the park headquarters. At this location, you will review the trekking procedures for the golden monkeys and receive a briefing from the guides of Volcanoes National Park.

Upon reaching the troop of golden monkeys, you will have the opportunity to observe them and capture as many photographs as possible. These charming little creatures, distinguished by their vibrant orange bodies, inhabit only the high-altitude forests of Volcanoes National Park and are more elusive than the gorillas.

Finally, relax and unwind as you’re conveniently dropped off at your Kigali hotel or the airport for your evening flight back home. This journey has been nothing short of extraordinary, and you'll head home with unforgettable memories and captivating stories to share with your loved ones.

Meal Plan: Breakfast & Lunch