6 Days Rwanda Classic Primate Safari

Experience the breathtaking scenery, rich nature, and diverse wildlife of Rwanda. This group tour will take you through Nyungwe Forest for chimpanzee trekking, colobus monkey trekking, and a canopy walk. Depending on available time, you may visit the Ethnographic Museum and the tea plantations. Continue to Volcanoes National Park, home to mountain gorillas and golden monkeys, and engage in a cultural experience at the Gorilla Guardians Village. You will also visit a community project to interact with local children.

Safari Highlights

• – Chimpanzee Trekking in Nyungwe Forest
• – Colobus Monkey Trekking
• – Canopy Walk in Nyungwe Forest
• – Golden Monkey Trekking in Volcanoes National Park
• – Gorilla Trekking in Volcanoes National Park
• – Cultural Visit to Gorilla Guardians Village
• – Visit to the Ethnographic Museum

Itinerary

Day 1: Nyungwe National Park | Visit the Ethnographic Museum

– Activities: Depart for Nyungwe Forest in southern Rwanda with a stopover for lunch in Huye, formerly known as Butare. Visit the Ethnographic Museum to learn about Rwandan culture and history. Arrive in Nyungwe Forest in the evening. Depending on the time of arrival, visit the tea plantations.

• – Meals: Lunch, Dinner

Day 2: Chimpanzee Trekking | Canopy Walk in Nyungwe Forest

– Activities: After an early breakfast, go chimpanzee trekking in Nyungwe Forest, home to 13 species of primates and rich in botanical diversity. In the afternoon, enjoy a 2-hour canopy walk.

• – Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 3: Colobus Monkey Trekking | Transfer to Volcanoes National Park

– Activities: Start the day with colobus monkey trekking in Nyungwe Forest. Afterward, travel to Volcanoes National Park, enjoying views of Lake Kivu and Rwanda’s scenic landscapes.

• – Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 4: Golden Monkey Trekking | Gorilla Guardians Village

– Activities: Trek for golden monkeys in the Virunga volcanoes. In the afternoon, visit the Gorilla Guardians Village to learn about Rwandan culture and history. Participate in activities like bow and arrow shooting or basket weaving.

• – Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 5: Gorilla Trekking in Volcanoes National Park

– Activities: Begin the day with a briefing at the park headquarters before embarking on a gorilla trek. Spend one hour with the gorillas, then return to your lodge for downtime.

• – Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 6: Kigali | Departure

• – Activities: After breakfast, transfer to Kigali for your flight home. Depending on your flight time, enjoy a short city tour of Kigali.
• – Meals: Breakfast

Inclusions

• – 4×4 Vehicle for all transfers indicated in the itinerary
• – English-speaking driver guide
• – Full board accommodation
• – Water while in the vehicle (1 liter per person per day)
• – 1 Chimpanzee permit per person
• – 1 Colobus monkey permit per person
• – 1 Gorilla trekking permit per person
• – 1 Golden monkey trekking permit per person
• – Canopy walk
• – Applicable government taxes
• – AMREF Evacuation Insurance Cover

Not Included in Price

• – Airfare to and from Kigali, Rwanda
• – Passport and entry visa fees
• – Bottled drinks with meals
• – Items of personal nature (e.g., laundry, phone calls, alcoholic beverages, souvenirs)
• – Gratuities for local guides, porters, and drivers
• – Trip cancellation insurance or any other travel insurance
• Minimum Age
• – Mountain Gorillas, Golden Monkeys, and Chimpanzees: 15 years
• – Colobus Monkeys  12 years

Physical Level: Moderate to Difficult

This is an active safari requiring hiking for hours in forests and volcanoes. The treks range from 1 hour to 4-6 hours, with elevations above 2000 meters above sea level.

Transfers and Lodges

All transfers are arranged from the first to the last day, excluding airport transfers, which can be arranged at an extra cost. Accommodations are mid-range, inspected for health and safety protocols, and offer great service.