5-Day Rwanda Wildlife & Gorilla Luxury Adventure
5 Days / 4 Nightsmulti-parkModerate

5-Day Rwanda Wildlife & Gorilla Luxury Adventure

Big Five Meets Mountain Gorillas in Luxury

Duration

5 Days / 4 Nights

Group Size

2-6 people

Difficulty

Moderate

Price

From $5,500

Overview

A luxury safari combining Akagera's Big Five with Volcanoes National Park gorilla trekking — the complete Rwanda wildlife experience in premium comfort.

Highlights

  • Big Five game drives in Akagera National Park
  • Gorilla trekking in Volcanoes National Park
  • Luxury lodge accommodation throughout
  • Boat safari on Lake Ihema
  • Farewell dinner with Rwandan cuisine
  • Kigali city tour

Day-by-Day Itinerary

1

Arrive Kigali — Luxury Welcome

Arrive at Kigali International Airport and transfer to a luxury hotel. Enjoy an afternoon Kigali city tour visiting the Genocide Memorial, vibrant Kimironko Market, and the Inema Art Gallery. Welcome dinner at a fine-dining restaurant.

2

Drive to Akagera — Full-Day Game Drive

After breakfast, drive east to Akagera National Park (approximately 2.5 hours). Enter the park and begin a full-day game drive through savannas and lakeside terrain, spotting lions, elephants, giraffes, zebras, buffalo, and more. Check in to your luxury safari lodge overlooking the park.

3

Morning Boat Safari — Transfer to Musanze

Early morning boat safari on Lake Ihema to see hippos, crocodiles, and waterbirds. After lunch, depart Akagera and drive to Musanze in the northwest (approximately 4.5 hours), arriving at your luxury lodge near Volcanoes National Park.

4

Gorilla Trekking — Farewell Dinner

The highlight of the trip. Early morning briefing at park HQ and trek into Volcanoes National Park to meet a mountain gorilla family. Spend one magical hour with the gorillas. Return to your lodge for a spa treatment or relaxation. Enjoy a farewell dinner featuring traditional Rwandan cuisine.

5

Departure

Leisurely breakfast at the lodge. Transfer to Kigali International Airport (approximately 2 hours) for your departure flight. Optional stop for last-minute shopping or sightseeing.

What's Included

  • 4 nights luxury lodge accommodation
  • All ground transportation in premium 4x4 vehicle
  • Gorilla trekking permit
  • Akagera park entry fees
  • All meals (breakfast, lunch, dinner)
  • Professional English-speaking guide
  • Boat safari on Lake Ihema
  • Kigali city tour
  • Farewell dinner

What's Not Included

  • International flights
  • Rwanda visa
  • Tips and gratuities
  • Premium alcoholic drinks
  • Travel insurance
  • Porter hire

From $5,500

Per person sharing, luxury lodges

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Quick Info

  • Duration5 Days / 4 Nights
  • Group Size2-6 people
  • DifficultyModerate