All Packages12-Day Rwanda Safari – Beyond: Volcanoes, Nyungwe & Akagera Adventure
Starting from
$9,817.00
per person
Trip Overview
Embark on Rwanda's most complete and rewarding wildlife
journey — a 12-day expedition through the country's four most iconic
destinations. Begin in Nyungwe Forest, Rwanda's ancient rainforest, for
chimpanzee and Colobus monkey tracking and an extraordinary canopy walk above
the forest canopy. Travel through the lush hills to Lake Kivu for relaxation on
its scenic shores. Continue to Volcanoes National Park for mountain gorilla
trekking — the world's most sought-after wildlife encounter — and golden monkey
trekking amidst bamboo forests. The journey concludes at Akagera National Park
for a boat safari and full-day Big Five game drives across the savannah. Twelve
days of pure Rwanda, beginning to end.
Day-by-Day Itinerary
Arrive at Kigali International Airport where your professional driver-guide is waiting to welcome you. Transfer to your hotel in Kigali, the immaculate and vibrant Rwandan capital, for check-in and a well-earned rest. Receive a full safari briefing covering the 12-day itinerary ahead. Spend the remainder of the day exploring hotel facilities or sampling Kigali's excellent dining and café scene.
What's Included
Included
- • Gorilla trekking permit
- • Park fees (non-residents)
- • All activities as per itinerary
- • All accommodation as listed
- • Professional driver/guide
- • Private 4x4 safari vehicle
- • Airport transfers
- • All taxes/VAT
- • Meals as specified
- • Drinking water during safari
Not Included
- • International flights
- • Visa fees
- • Travel insurance
- • Tips (USD $10 per person/day recommended)
- • Personal expenses (souvenirs, drinks, etc.)
- • Extra accommodation before/after tour
- • Government tax/park fee increases
- • Some meals not mentioned
- • Mandatory Travel Insurance – Tanzania & Zanzibar; Adults USD $44 per person, Children (3–17) $22
- • Passengers Facilitation Fee (PFF)/VI-Tax for international air travel USD $90 per person
Tour Route & Map
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this the most comprehensive Rwanda safari available?
Yes — this 12-day itinerary covers all four of Rwanda's major national parks and key destinations including Kigali, Lake Kivu, Nyungwe Forest, Volcanoes National Park, and Akagera National Park, making it the most complete Rwanda safari experience available.
What is the Nyungwe canopy walk like?
The Nyungwe canopy walk consists of suspended bridges at approximately 70 metres above the forest floor, offering extraordinary views of the ancient rainforest canopy and the chance to spot rare forest birds and primates from above.
How much fitness is required for this 12-day safari?
Varying fitness levels are needed — gorilla and chimpanzee trekking require moderate fitness for 2–6 hour hikes. The canopy walk is less strenuous. Game drives require no physical exertion. We recommend general good health and comfortable hiking footwear.
Can the itinerary be customised?
Absolutely. This itinerary can be adjusted to your pace, interests, and accommodation preferences. Please contact us to discuss your ideal Rwanda safari experience.
What is included at The Governor's Residence in Kigali?
The Governor's Residence is one of Kigali's finest boutique hotels, offering elegant accommodation, fine dining, and exceptional service in a beautifully restored colonial setting — the perfect start and end to your Rwanda journey.
What to Pack
Clothing & Accessories
- Lightweight khaki shirts
- Wide-brimmed sun hat
- Comfortable walking shoes
- Morning jacket
- Long trousers
- Cotton socks
- Swimwear
Photography Gear
- DSLR with telephoto lens
- Extra memory cards
- Universal adapter
- Binoculars
- Cleaning kit
- Power bank
Personal Items
- SPF 30+ Sunscreen
- Insect repellent
- Personal first aid kit
- Wet wipes
- Hand sanitizer
- Lip balm
- Personal medications
Optional Items
- Travel journal
- Flashlight
- Travel pillow
- E-reader/Kindle
- Binoculars (high power)
- Multipurpose tool
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