Rwanda Wildlife and Culture Exploration
Wildlife and Culture Exploration
Rwanda, known as the "Land of a Thousand Hills," offers a unique blend of wildlife encounters and cultural experiences. From the solemnity of the Kigali Genocide Memorial Center to the exhilaration of gorilla trekking in Volcanoes National Park, and the tranquil beauty of Lake Kivu, this itinerary provides a well-rounded experience of Rwanda's natural and cultural heritage.
Day 1: Arrival in Kigali
Arrival at Kigali International Airport Transfer to hotel Explore Kigali Genocide Memorial Center Overnight in Kigali
Kigali Genocide Memorial Center
The Kigali Genocide Memorial commemorates the 1994 Rwandan genocide. The remains of over 250,000 people are interred there. There is a visitor centre for students and others wishing to understand the events leading up to the genocide that occurred in Rwanda in 1994.
Day 2: Kigali to Volcanoes National Park
Drive to Volcanoes National Park Visit the Iby’Iwacu Cultural Village Overnight near Volcanoes National Park Volcanoes National Park Volcanoes National Park is a national park in northwestern Rwanda. It covers 160 km² of rainforest and encompasses five of the eight volcanoes in the Virunga Mountains, namely Karisimbi, Bisoke, Muhabura, Gahinga and Sabyinyo.
Iby’Iwacu Cultural Village
Iby’Iwacu village is located around Parc National des Volcans in Nyabigoma, Kinigi, Musanze district, Northern Province- have a visit to Iby’Iwacu to share with local people home and heritage treasures including lifestyles, activities, artifacts and ways of living of local people. Iby’Iwacu Cultural Village is committed at showcasing the ways of living, traditional lifestyles and dances to tourists.
Day 3: Gorilla Trekking
Early morning gorilla trekking in Volcanoes National Park Afternoon at leisure Overnight near Volcanoes National Park
Gorilla Trekking
Gorilla Trekking is a wildlife activity that involves hiking through dense forest in search of wild gorillas. The activity includes walking through steep hills, dense forest, rivers and water streams before finally encountering a gorilla family.
Day 4: Lake Kivu
Drive to Lake Kivu Relax by the lakeside Optional boat ride or water activities Overnight at a hotel by Lake Kivu Lake Kivu Lake Kivu is one of the African Great Lakes. It lies on the border between the Democratic Republic of the Congo and Rwanda, and is in the Albertine Rift, the western branch of the East African Rift. Lake Kivu empties into the Ruzizi River, which flows southwards into Lake Tanganyika.
Day 5: Akagera National Park
Drive to Akagera National Park Afternoon game drive Overnight in Akagera National Park or nearby accommodation Akagera National Park 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.
Day 6: Departure
Morning game drive (optional) Transfer to Kigali International Airport for departure Estimated Costing: Accommodation: $800 Gorilla Trekking Permit: $1500 Transportation: $400 Meals and other expenses: $500
