5 Days Nyungwe Chimpanzee & Volcanoes Gorilla Safari Overview
Embark on an unforgettable 5-day luxury safari through Rwanda, the Land of a Thousand Hills, where lush rainforests meet volcanic peaks. This primate-focused journey combines the chimpanzee trekking experience in Nyungwe Forest National Park with an awe-inspiring gorilla trekking adventure in Volcanoes National Park. With stunning scenery, rich biodiversity, and luxurious accommodations, this safari captures the very best of Rwanda’s wild heart.
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5 Days Nyungwe Chimpanzee & Volcanoes Gorilla Safari Detailed Itinerary
Day 1: Arrival in Kigali – Explore the Vibrant Capital
Arrive at Kigali International Airport, where your private guide will warmly welcome you to Rwanda. Depending on your arrival time, enjoy a Kigali city tour, including the Kigali Genocide Memorial, Caplaki Craft Village, and other cultural landmarks that offer insight into Rwanda’s inspiring journey of transformation.
After lunch, relax at your hotel or take an optional evening stroll through the city’s vibrant streets and markets before dinner.
Destination: Kigali City
Accommodation: Kigali Serena Hotel / The Retreat by Heaven / Hotel des Mille Collines
Meal Plan: Lunch and Dinner
Day 2: Drive to Nyungwe Forest National Park – The Land of Chimps
After breakfast, embark on a scenic drive to Nyungwe Forest National Park, located in Rwanda’s southwest. This journey takes approximately 5–6 hours but offers breathtaking views of rolling hills, tea plantations, and lakeside towns along the way. Stop for lunch in Butare (Huye), Rwanda’s cultural heartland, and visit the National Museum of Rwanda before continuing your journey.
Upon arrival, check into your luxury forest lodge surrounded by the serene sounds of nature. Spend the evening enjoying the cool mountain air and views of the mist-covered rainforest.
Destination: Nyungwe Forest National Park
Accommodation: One&Only Nyungwe House / Nyungwe Top View Hill Hotel
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
Day 3: Chimpanzee Trekking & Canopy Walk in Nyungwe Forest
After an early breakfast, set out for an exhilarating chimpanzee trekking adventure. Led by experienced rangers, enter the dense montane forest to track these intelligent and energetic primates. Listen to their loud calls echoing through the forest before catching sight of them swinging through the trees or foraging on the forest floor.
After your trek, return to the lodge for lunch and relaxation. In the afternoon, embark on the famous Nyungwe Forest Canopy Walk, a thrilling 160-meter suspended bridge offering panoramic views over the ancient rainforest — home to colobus monkeys, butterflies, and countless bird species.
Accommodation: One&Only Nyungwe House / Nyungwe Top View Hill Hotel
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
Day 4: Drive to Volcanoes National Park – Journey Through the Hills
After breakfast, depart for Volcanoes National Park in northern Rwanda. The scenic journey (approximately 6–7 hours) takes you past terraced hillsides, local villages, and shimmering lakes, showcasing Rwanda’s breathtaking beauty at every turn.
Arrive in Musanze, the gateway to the Virunga Volcanoes, and check into your luxurious lodge nestled in the foothills of the mountains. Relax by the fireplace, enjoy a gourmet dinner, and prepare for the unforgettable gorilla trekking adventure the next day.
Destination: Volcanoes National Park
Accommodation: Bisate Lodge / Sabyinyo Silverback Lodge / Five Volcanoes Boutique Hotel
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
Day 5: Gorilla Trekking in Volcanoes National Park – Return to Kigali
After an early breakfast, head to the Kinigi Park Headquarters for a briefing on gorilla trekking rules and safety guidelines. You’ll then set off into the forest with experienced rangers and trackers to locate one of the habituated gorilla families. The trek may last between 2 to 6 hours, but once you find them, the experience is beyond words — watching gorillas in their natural habitat, interacting, feeding, and playing.
After your magical hour with the gorillas, return to your lodge for lunch before beginning your drive back to Kigali. Depending on your departure schedule, you’ll be dropped off at the airport or your hotel, marking the end of an extraordinary journey through Rwanda’s pristine wilderness.
Meal Plan: Breakfast and Lunch
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With years of experience in Uganda and Rwanda’s tourism industry, Jeisking Tours Ltd has built a reputation for organizing exceptional safari adventures — from gorilla trekking in Bwindi to wildlife drives across the savannahs of Queen Elizabeth National Park.
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We handle all travel logistics — from securing gorilla and chimpanzee trekking permits to arranging trusted lodges, transport, and park entries — so your adventure runs smoothly.
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