11 Days Rwanda Community and Congo Gorillas Tour (111863),Holiday Packages to Kigali

Package Overview

Experience Africa's mountain gorillas on an adventure through Rwanda and Congo.
Visit Rwanda, Africa's home to some of the last remaining mountain gorillas and a place where you will be warmly welcomed by smiling locals. Rwanda has bravely risen from a tragic past and stands proudly as a representation of Africa's irrepressible beauty. Be awe-struck by the profound power of the endangered mountain gorilla in Congo.

Full board accommodation while on safari
• All entrance fees.
• All airport transfers.
• Activities as stated in the itinerary above.
• Exclusive use of a safari van
• Services of an English-speaking driver guide.
• Lunch on the last day
• 1 litre of mineral water per day.
• Congo Visa
• Gorilla PermitsDrinks and beverages.
Any item of personal use.
Travel insurance.
Other Visas
Tips and gratuities

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Day wise Itinerary

Day 1 : Arrival in Kigali

Kigali is the capital city of Rwanda, roughly in the centre of the country. It sprawls across numerous hills, ridges and valleys, and has a vibrant restaurant and nightlife scene. The Kigali Genocide Memorial documents the 1994 mass killings in Rwanda, associated with the country’s civil war. The city’s Caplaki Crafts Village has stalls selling traditional handicrafts, including woodcarvings and woven baskets.
On arrival at the airport, you will be received by our company representative who will transfer you to your hotel for the overnight.
Accommodation
• Beausejour Hotel (1 night)
Meals Included
• Dinner
Day 2 : Kigali City Tour

After Breakfast, visit the Genocide Museum, which was opened in 2004 to mark the 10th anniversary of the Rwandan Genocide. Whilst the genocide occurred because of a complex series of factors, it can only be an absolute tragedy to Rwanda and its people. Time spent at the museum is sure to be emotionally moving, but it is an important way to understand the sheer courage and resilience of the people of this beautiful, tiny nation.
Activities
• Nyamirambo memorial Church
• Kigali Genocide Memorial Park
• Optional Kigali City Walk
Accommodation
• Beausejour Hotel (1 night)

Meals Included
• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinner
Day 3 : Transfer to Akagera National park and evening game drive.

Akagera National Park lies in eastern Rwanda, hugging the border with Tanzania. It's characterized by woodland, swamps, low mountains and savannah. The varied terrain shelters wildlife including zebras, giraffes, elephants, lions and hundreds of bird species, such as the rare shoebill stork. In the southern part of the park, vast Lake Ihema is home to hippos and crocodiles.
In the morning, you will set off a scenic drive to Akagera national park, reaching early for lunch at Akagera game Lodge/similar. After lunch, you will relax and head out for an evening Game drive
Accommodation
• Akagera Lodge (1 night)
Included Activities
• Evening Game drive
• Night Game Drive
Meals Included
• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinner
Day 4 : Morning game drive and afternoon boat cruise.

Early morning, you will go for game drives up to the northern part of the park to catch up with early risers before they go into hiding. You will have chance to see lions, antelopes, giraffes, bush bucks among others. Return to the hotel for relaxation by 11:00am, and then lunch. After lunch, go for afternoon boat cruise on Lake Ihema, where you will be rewarded with view of game as hippos, crocodiles, as well as a variety of bird species.
Accommodation
• Akagera Lodge (1 night)
Included Activities
• Morning and Evening Game drive
• Boat Ride
Meals Included
• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinner
Day 5 : Transfer from Akagera to Goma

Goma is a city in the eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo. It is located on the northern shore of Lake Kivu, next to the Rwandan city of Gisenyi
The "Parc National de Volcans" (or PNV as it's known by locals) lies along the Virunga Mountains, with 8 ancient volcanoes, which are shared by Rwanda, Uganda and the Democratic Republic of Congo. Just a short two-hour drive from Rwanda's capital of Kigali, the park is a central location for exploring some distinctly Rwandan experiences. While a visit to the mountain gorillas is often at the top of visitor, the dramatic landscape also offers thrilling hiking
After Breakfast, you will head back on the road and drive to the northern side of the country. You will arrive at the Goma Border for the crossing and spend a night in Goma town in readiness for the next day’s Gorilla trekking
Accommodation
• Ihusi Lodge (1 night)
Meals Included
• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinner
Day 6 : Gorilla trekking

After an early breakfast, we will head out to the volcanoes national park headquarters for the briefing before starting our trek to see the Gorillas. Your trek will take approximately 5 hours including the 1 hour with the Gorillas.
After the trek, we will head back to the border and cross back to the Rwanda Side and drive to Gisenyi
Accommodation
• Paradise Malahide (1 night)
Included Activities
• Gorilla Trekking
Meals Included
• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinner
Day 7 : Lake Kivu

Rwanda's western side is bounded by Lake Kivu, one of a string of huge freshwater lakes which lie along Africa's Great Rift Valley. Dominating the border between Rwanda and the DRC (Democratic Republic of Congo); Lake Kivu is Rwanda’s largest lake, and the sixth largest lake in Africa.
You will spend most of the day relaxing and exploring the local area. The only activity organised for this day is the canoeing activity that can happen in the morning or afternoon depending on the weather.
Accommodation
• Paradise Malahide (1 night)
Included Activities
• Kayaking on Lake Kivu
Meals Included
• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinner
Day 8 : Lake Kivu to Musanze

In the morning, your guide will pick you and you will be transferred to Musanze for a relaxing afternoon.
Accommodation
• Best view Hotel (1 night)
Included Activities
• Dian Fossey Museum visit
• Musanze market
Meals Included
• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinner
Day 9 : Cultural Activity day

Rwanda has a rich culture evidenced in the diversity of fine crafts and strong traditions. Rwanda Culture tour will include Rwanda cultural music and Rwandan dance, a variety of Rwandan arts and Rwandan Cultural crafts.
Accommodation
• Best View Hotel (1 night)
Included Activities
• Village walks
• Local food preparation
• Banana Beer Production
• Basket Weaving
Meals Included
• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinner
Day 10 : Day Trip to the Twin Lakes

Between Musanze and the Ugandan border are two scenic lakes usually referred to as the twin lakes; Lake Burera and Lake Ruhondo. They are fed by rivers and a lake in Uganda. The twin lakes area is very scenic, with steep and intensively farmed hills surrounding the pristine dark blue waters. They offer magnificent views over the whole of the Virunga Volcanoes (weather permitting).
After Breakfast, you will be driven to lake Ruhondo, One of the twin lakes. You will be driven to one of the viewpoints where you can be able to spot both lakes and see how the land separates the two lakes. After that you will come and jump into a Boat to visit one of the Island villages and donate a goat to one of the families, Drive round Burera and Ruhondo
Accommodation
• Best View Hotel (1 night)
Included Activities
• Boat Ride
• Community visit and goat donation

Meals Included
• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinner
Day 11 : Early Morning Airport Transfer

We will head back on the road to the Kigali airport.

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Inclusions

Hotel

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Exclusions

Drinks and beverages.
Any item of personal use.
Travel insurance.
Other Visas
Tips and gratuities

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Package Start From

Kigali, Rwanda, Africa

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Terms & Conditions

Payment Terms & Methods :
* Some Advance Percentage of total booking amount
* Airfare/Transport fare to be paid full at one time in advance.

Cancellation & Refund Policy :
* Upon cancellation, refund will be made after deducting the Retention Amount.
* Retention Amount varies as per the number of days left before your package start date.

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