Day 1: Arrive at One&Only Nyungwe House
Travel to Nyungwe Forest National Park and check into the luxury Nyungwe House, surrounded by tea plantations and rainforest. Relax and enjoy an evening stargazing and night wildlife walk.
Accommodation: One&Only Nyungwe House
Day 2: Chimpanzee Trek and Canopy Walk
After breakfast, trek into Nyungwe’s rainforest to see wild chimpanzees. After lunch, walk across the canopy high above the forest for amazing views of birds and monkeys.
Accommodation: One&Only Nyungwe House
Day 3: Tea Tour and Helicopter to Volcanoes National Park
Learn about tea farming with a plantation tour and tasting. In the afternoon, take a helicopter flight to Volcanoes National Park and check into One&Only Gorilla’s Nest.
Accommodation: One&Only Gorilla’s Nest
Day 4: Gorilla Trek and Cultural Visit
Go on a guided trek to spend an hour with mountain gorillas. Later, visit a local village to learn about Rwandan culture and meet former gorilla hunters who now protect wildlife.
Accommodation: One&Only Gorilla’s Nest
Day 5: Arrive at Wilderness Magashi in Akagera
Drive to Akagera National Park and settle into your luxury tent. Enjoy an afternoon game drive and a night drive to spot animals like leopards and hyenas. Dinner under the stars ends the day.
Accommodation: Magashi Camp
Day 6: Akagera Safari and Boat Trip
Go on an early game drive to see lions, elephants, rhinos, and more. After lunch, take a boat safari on Lake Rwanyakazinga to see hippos, crocodiles, and rare birds like the shoebill. Relax with a sundowner in the evening.
Accommodation: Magashi Camp
Day 7: Walking Safari and Conservation
Join a guided walking safari to discover smaller animals, plants, and animal tracks. In the afternoon, help with conservation work like tracking lions or rhinos. End with a traditional Rwandan dinner.
Accommodation: Magashi Camp
Day 8: Final Game Drive and Departure
Take a last morning game drive to enjoy Akagera’s wildlife. After breakfast, prepare for your departure with wonderful memories of Rwanda.
