8-Day Mid-Range Thrilling Primate Trekking Safari In Rwanda

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Embark on an unforgettable 8-day adventure in Rwanda, where thrilling primate encounters await! Track mountain gorillas, chimpanzees, and golden monkeys in their natural habitats, and experience the vibrant culture of Rwanda’s stunning landscapes. Explore Volcanoes National Park, Nyungwe National Park, and Akagera National Park on this amazing and affordable safari.

Get ready for a wild ride on our 8-day primate safari in Rwanda, where the misty mountains and lush forests are home to some of Africa’s most incredible creatures. Join us on a thrilling adventure to track gorillas, chimps, and golden monkeys, and discover the beauty and resilience of Rwanda’s wildlife and people.

You will also visit Akagera National Park, which is a stunning wildlife reserve known for its diverse landscapes, including lakes, savannahs, and rolling hills, and is home to a wide range of wildlife, including the Big Five, such as lions, leopards, elephants, buffaloes, and rhinos, offering an unforgettable safari experience.

Cost per person:

Starting from: USD $4650 (Mid-Range Accommodation) per person based on two travelers sharing

	1 Person	2 People	3 People	4 People	5 People	6 People
Jan-April	$6250	$4650	$4450	$4350	$4250	$4150
May- August	$6450	$4850	$4650	$4550	$4450	$4350
Sept- Dec	$6350	$4750	$4550	$4450	$4350	$4250

Cost Per Child (Discount)

Age	0-2 years old	3-6 years old	7-10 years old	11-13 years old	14+ years old
Discount Rate	100%	65%	50%	15%	0%

Cost Included/Exclude

Inclusions

One gorilla permit per person to be secured and paid for well in advance
One chimpanzee permit per person to be secured and paid for well in advance
One golden monkey permit per person to be secured and paid for well in advance
Services of an expert guide
Airport transfer (Airport pick up and drop off)
Daily meals (breakfast, lunch, and dinner)
Ground transportation (4×4 safari Landcruiser / minivan with pop-up tops)
Full board accommodation and en route meals as indicated in the itinerary
Park fees and relevant government taxes.

Exclusions

Airfares
Visa fees
Personal insurance
Expenses of personal nature, such as drinks, tips, laundry, telephone, and cigarettes
Accommodation and meals not indicated in the itinerary

Meals
Breakfast, lunch and dinner
Accomodation
Mid-Range Lodges
Language
English, Spanish, French, Dutch, German, Italian, and Chinese speaking guides
Transportation
Safari Van/ 4X4 Landcruiser
Group Size
1-100 people
Availability
January - December
Arrival at
Kigali International Airport
Departure from
Kigali International Airport
Destinations
Rwanda

Overview

Itinerary

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Overview

Itinerary

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Lodges

Flight Info

Map

FAQs

Review

Why This Tour?

8-Day Mid-Range Thrilling Primate Trekking Safari In Rwanda

Kubwa Five Safaris invites you to our 8-Day Mid-Range Thrilling Primate Trekking Safari In Rwanda. Rwanda, a country known for its stunning landscapes and incredible wildlife, is the perfect destination for a thrilling primate safari. On this 8-day adventure, you’ll venture into the heart of Volcanoes National Park, Nyungwe National Park, and Akagera National Park to track some of Africa’s most incredible primates and enjoy guided game drives. Get ready for an unforgettable experience that will leave you in awe of Rwanda’s natural beauty and wildlife.

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You will visit Akagera National Park, Nyungwe National Park and Volcanoes National Park.

On our 8-day mid-range safari vacation, you’ll visit Akagera National Park, home of the Big Five in Rwanda. Experience the hidden gem of Rwanda! Akagera National Park offers an unforgettable safari adventure, where you’ll spot the Big Five in stunning landscapes of lakes, savannahs, and hills. Enjoy game drives and boat cruises amidst breathtaking scenery. With its unique blend of wildlife and nature, Akagera is a must-visit destination for an authentic African experience. Come and discover the beauty of Akagera with us!

After Akagera, your next destination is Nyungwe National Park. Discover Rwanda’s lush wilderness! Nyungwe National Park is a haven for nature lovers, with its ancient rainforests, misty mountains, and crystal-clear streams. Trek through the treetops on a thrilling canopy walk, spot chimpanzees and monkeys in their natural habitat, and marvel at the park’s incredible biodiversity. An unforgettable adventure awaits in Nyungwe, a true gem of African wilderness.

Finally, you will visit Volcanoes National Park for the gorillas and golden monkeys. Stand among giants in Volcanoes National Park, Rwanda’s haven for mountain gorillas! Trek through lush forests and misty mountains to encounter these majestic creatures up close. Explore the stunning landscapes, spot golden monkeys, and hike to the summit of Bisoke Volcano for breathtaking views. An unforgettable adventure and a chance to connect with nature’s giants await you in Volcanoes National Park!

Don’t miss out on the adventure of a lifetime! Rwanda’s stunning landscapes, incredible primates, and warm hospitality await, beckoning you to explore the hidden gems of Akagera, Nyungwe, and Volcanoes National Parks. On our 8-day mid-range friendly primate safari, trek through misty mountains to meet majestic gorillas, spot chimpanzees and golden monkeys in lush rainforests, and catch a glimpse of the Big Five in savannah landscapes. With its unique blend of wildlife, nature, and culture, Rwanda is a destination that will leave you with unforgettable memories. Come and experience the thrill of a lifetime in the heart of Africa, book your trip now!

Highlights

Gorilla Trekking
Chimpanzee Trekking
Golden Monkey Trekking
Bird Watching
Canopy Walk
Genocide Memorial Tour
Visit The Dian Fossey Centre
Iby'lwacu Cultural Interaction
Guided Game Drive
Boat Trip

Day 01 :

Arrive In Rwanda | Transfer To Akagera National Park | Short Game Drive | Boat Ride

On arrival in Rwanda, you will be welcomed and picked up by our Kubwa Five Safaris guide who will be holding an A4 paper with your name printed on it at Kigali International Airport. You’ll then be transferred to Akagera National Park.

On arrival, you will enjoy a short game drive on your way to a boat cruise on Lake Ihema to watch hippos and crocodiles in the water or by the shores.

Akagera National Park supports thriving populations of lions, leopards, elephants, buffalos, and black rhinos, alongside giraffes, zebras, warthogs, a wide variety of
antelope, and 550 bird species.

The park hosts several big mammals with the most sought-after being lions, buffaloes, giraffes, zebras, elephants, and hippos, which will provide for great
photographic moments.

Meals and overnight at Rutete Eco Lodge/ Dereva Hotel/ Karenge Bush Lodge.

Day 02 :

Early Morning And Evening Game Drives In Akagera National Park

After breakfast, you will head out for an early morning game drive in Akagera Nations Park and later on have an evening game drive as well.

Imagine being out in the soft, early morning light, wrapped in a blanket, just as the animals emerge from their night’s rest or from the shadows of their nighttime adventures. The world feels fresh and new on an early morning game drive, the sun has yet to beat down upon the earth, and it may end up being your favorite time to be out on safari.

You'll love the warm light and cooler temperatures as we take you out to explore on your evening game drive. This time of day is when both predators and prey are most active and it can feel as though anything could happen at any moment. This is when you'll most enjoy being on safari.

Meals and overnight at Rutete Eco Lodge/ Dereva Hotel/ Karenge Bush Lodge.

Day 03 :

Transfer To Kigali | Genocide Memorial Tour | Local Market Tour

After breakfast, you will be driven back to Kigali and embark on a city tour, visiting the Kigali Genocide Memorial site, where you will get a brief history of Rwanda.

You will also visit the Kigali local Market. Here you can explore a lively arts scene, traditional markets, several museums and memorials, and tempting restaurants representing most global cuisines. An attractive central location places Kigali within half a day of all the country's tourist hot spots.

Meals and overnight at Hotel Chez Lando/ Heaven Boutique Hotel / ONOMO Hotel Kigali.

Day 04 :

Transfer To Nyungwe National Park | Canopy Walk

After breakfast, you will be transferred to Nyungwe National Park.

Nyungwe National Park protects East Africa's largest tract of montane rainforest. You'll start to appreciate its extent as you wind along the road that bisects the park, offering grandstand views over waves of forested hills that roll towards the Burundi border.

On arrival in Nyungwe National Park, you will go for a canopy walk.

We will walk through the treetops on Nyungwe’s famous canopy walk, a thrilling metallic construction suspended 40m above the forest floor between the higher slopes and giant trees of a steep valley.

A 130km trail network provides an intimate experience of the forest interior, with its ancient hardwood trees, tangled lianas, babbling waterfalls and fern-lined streams. In terms of wildlife, Nyungwe is best known for supporting 13 species of primate, including chimpanzee, L’Hoest’s monkey, Rwenzori colobus and the sloth-like potto. A checklist of 310 forest species makes it Rwanda’s premier birding destination.

Meals and overnight at Munazi Eco Lodge/ Nyungwe Top View Hill Hotel

Day 05 :

Chimpanzee Trekking In Nyungwe National Park | Relaxing

After breakfast, you and your guide together with packed lunches will head out to the park head offices for a briefing about the do's and don'ts of Chimpanzee trekking.

After the briefing, head out to trek the chimpanzees.

Come with us as we trek through the forest in search of chimpanzees. Once we find these remarkable primates, you'll share an extraordinary encounter with some of our closest relatives in the animal kingdom.

After the trekking, return to your lodge and relax for the rest of the day.

Meals and overnight at Munazi Eco Lodge/ Nyungwe Top View Hill Hotel

Day 06 :

Transfer To Musanze | Dian Fossey Center Tour | Visit Iby'Cultural Village

After breakfast, you will be driven northwards to Volcanoes National Park.

On arrival in Musanze (Ruhengeri), you will visit the Dian Fossey Center (Karisoke Research Center).

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In the evening, you will visit the Iby’iwacu village for community interaction and to enjoy the Rwandan culture, which includes traditional dancing.

If the majestic Virunga peaks of Volcanoes National Park look familiar as you approach them, that's because they were once home to primatologist Dian Fossey, and the movie 'Gorillas in the Mist' was shot on location there.

Meals and overnight at Classic Lodge/ Mountain Gorilla View Lodge/ Da Vinci Gorilla Lodge.

Day 07 :

Gorilla Trekking | Relaxing

After breakfast, you will assemble at the park headquarters for a briefing in the morning together with your trekking gear and drinking water and after ascend in the forest to trek the gorillas.

Spending time in the presence of mountain gorillas is a real privilege, so we're sure you'll enjoy trekking deep into the forest to find them. This is one of the most memorable experiences you can have while on safari.

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Volcanoes National Park is known for its ultimate primate safaris, where tourists will get to see a number of primate species.
There are twelve gorilla families living in Volcanoes National Park that are fully habituated, with a few others habituated solely for scientific research.

The groups, or troops, consist of at least one silverback along with several females and youngsters. The families are known as Susa, Igisha, Karisimbi, Sabyinyo, Amahoro, Agashya, Kwitonda, Umubano, Hirwa,
Bwenge, Ugyenda and Muhoza.

After the trekking, return to your lodge and relax.

Meals and overnight at Classic Lodge/ Mountain Gorilla View Lodge/ Da Vinci Gorilla Lodge.

Day 08 :

The Last Day With Us | Golden Monkey Trekking | Transfer To The Airport | Fly Back Home

After breakfast, you will assemble at the park headquarters for a briefing in the morning with your trekking gear and drinking water and venture into the forest to track the golden monkeys.

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While participating in golden money trekking, you will learn interesting facts about golden monkeys that will make your Rwandan tour most enjoyable.

After the golden monkey trekking, you will be driven to Kigali International Airport for your scheduled flight back home.

It's a pity that it has to end, but this is where your safari will draw to a close. We're sure that you will return home with so many exciting and happy memories, and we hope that you will join us again on safari sometime in the future.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

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1. What is included in the safari package cost?

The cost covers all accommodations, meals as specified, park entrance fees, game drives, golden monkey, gorilla and chimpanzee permits, boat cruise, guide services, and ground transportation throughout the safari.

2. Are golden monkeys, gorilla and chimpanzee trekking permits included?

Yes. Golden monkey trekking permits, Gorilla trekking permits and Chimpanzee trekking permits are included in the total cost of the trip.

3. What should I pack for this 8-day safari?

Essentials include lightweight clothing, hiking boots, a rain jacket, insect repellent, sunscreen, binoculars, a camera, a reusable water bottle, and personal medication. A full packing list will be shared upon booking.

4. Is this safari suitable for families with children?

Yes, but children under 15 are not allowed to participate in gorilla and chimpanzee trekking. We offer alternative activities for young children on those days.

5. What type of accommodations are provided?

We use clean, safe, and comfortable lodges. All accommodations have private self-contained rooms; bathrooms are inside the rooms/tents.

6. Can dietary requirements be accommodated?

Yes. We cater to most dietary needs, including vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and others. Please let us know your preferences in advance.

7. How physically demanding is the safari?

While most of the safari involves vehicle-based game drives and scenic travel, golden monkey, gorilla and chimpanzee trekking require moderate physical fitness due to hiking in mountainous and forested terrain.

8. Is travel insurance required?

Yes. We strongly recommend that all participants have comprehensive travel insurance covering medical emergencies, trip cancellations, and lost luggage.

9. What is the group size?

Our private safari is tailored to provide an intimate and immersive experience for small groups. We accommodate groups of 4 to 24 travelers, ensuring that each participant receives personalized attention and a unique safari experience.

10. Can the itinerary be customized?

Yes, we can tailor this safari to fit your schedule, interests, or accommodation preferences. Contact us for a personalized quote.

Why You Should Visit Rwanda

Rwanda

Rwanda is a destination that surprises and inspires. Lush green hills roll endlessly, dotted with tea plantations and sparkling lakes.

Kigali welcomes visitors with clean streets, vibrant cafés, art, and moving history. Rwanda is safe, easy to travel, and rich in culture, from traditional dance to warm hospitality. Whether you love wildlife, scenery, or meaningful travel, Rwanda offers beauty, depth, and authenticity in every moment. Come curious and leave changed, carrying memories that stay with you forever long after home.

What are Gorilla Tracking Rules And Regulations?

Before Departing On Your Gorilla Trekking:

A maximum number of eight visitors may visit a group of habituated mountain gorillas in a day. This minimizes behavioral disturbance to the gorillas and the risk of their exposure to human-borne diseases.
Always wash your hands before you head out to the gorillas.

On The Way To The Gorillas:

Please always keep your voices low. You will also be able to observe the great birdlife and other wildlife in the forest.
DO NOT leave rubbish in the park. Whatever you bring into the forest should be carried back out with you.
You will be taken to where the guides observed the gorillas the day before. From there you will follow the gorilla’s trail to find them. Look out for the gorilla’s nesting sites along the way!
When you approach the mountain gorillas, the guides will inform you to get ready.

When You Are With The Gorillas:

A seven-meter (21 feet) distance should be tried to be observed at all times from the gorillas. The further back you are, the more relaxed the group will be.
You must stay in a tight group whey you are near the gorillas.
Keep your voices down at all times. However, it is okay to ask the guide questions.
Do not smoke, drink, or eat when you are near the gorillas. Eating or drinking inevitably will increase the risk of food/drink morsels/droplets falling, which could increase the risk of transmission of diseases.
Sometimes the gorillas charge. Follow the guides example (crouch down slowly, do not look the gorillas directly in the eyes, and wait for the animals to pass). Do not attempt to run away because that will increase the risk.
Flash photography is not permitted! When taking pictures move slowly and carefully.
Do not touch the gorillas. They are wild animals.
The maximum time you can spend with the gorillas is one hour. However, if the gorillas become agitated or nervous, the guide will finish the visit early.
After the visit keep your voices down until you are 200 meters away from the gorillas.

General Health Rules:

Remember that mountain gorillas are very susceptible to human diseases. The following rules are ways to minimize the risk your visit might pose to them.
Respect the limits imposed on the number of visitors allowed with the gorillas each day. This minimizes the risk of disease transmission and stress to the group.
If you are feeling ill, or you are carrying a contagious disease, volunteer to stay behind. An alternate visit will be arranged for you, or you will be refunded your money.
If you feel the urge to cough or sneeze when you are near the gorillas, please turn your head away and cover your nose and mouth in order to minimize the spread of bacteria or viruses.
Always stay seven meters (21 feet) away from the gorillas. This is to protect them from catching human diseases.
Do not leave any rubbish (eg. food wrappers) in the park; foreign items can harbor diseases or other contaminants.
If you need to go to the toilet while in the forest, please ask the guide to dig you a hole with his panga. Make sure the hole is 30 centimeters deep and fill it in when you are finished.

What To Bring On Your Gorilla Safari:

Wear comfortable hiking shoes suitable for steep muddy slopes.
Put on earplugs for those who feel uncomfortable with the jungle sounds.
Carry a packed lunch and enough drinking water.
Carry rain gear, sunscreen lotion, a hat (as the weather is unpredictable), and insect repellent.
Bring a photo of a film camera. Using a flashlight is not permitted so we recommend using films of 400-800 ASA.