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Ultimate Rwanda Journey

Nine days with room for Kigali, Akagera, the northern highlands, Lake Kivu and Nyungwe Forest.

Duration9 days
DestinationsAkagera · Kivu · Nyungwe
ExperienceComplete Rwanda
Best forSlow explorers

Highlights

Space for Rwanda's contrasts.

Kigali

Begin with the capital and set the tone for the journey.

Akagera

Spend time on safari with wildlife opportunities shaped by conditions.

Volcanoes and Kivu

Connect gorilla country with a slower lakeside rhythm.

Nyungwe

Finish among ancient forest landscapes and experiences where available.

Detailed itinerary

Your 9-day journey.

DAY 1

Kigali

Arrive and enjoy a Kigali city experience around your arrival time.

KigaliCity experience
DAY 2

Kigali to Akagera

Travel east into the Akagera region.

Scenic transferPark region
DAY 3

Akagera safari

Enjoy a safari experience with wildlife opportunities shaped by seasonal conditions.

SafariWildlife viewing
DAY 4

Akagera to Musanze

Transfer north from the savannah toward the volcanic highlands.

Transfer northMusanze
DAY 5

Gorilla trekking

Join a guided gorilla experience, subject to availability and conditions.

BriefingGuided trek
DAY 6

Northern Rwanda to Lake Kivu

Travel west toward Lake Kivu and settle beside the water.

Scenic routeLakeside arrival
DAY 7

Lake Kivu

Explore the lake with a boat, kayaking or lakeside experience where available.

Lake dayFlexible activity
DAY 8

Lake Kivu to Nyungwe

Continue south toward Nyungwe Forest.

Transfer southForest region
DAY 9

Forest experience and onward journey

Enjoy a forest experience where available before continuing onward.

Forest experienceOnward transfer

Tour information

What to expect.

Included where confirmed

  • Ground transportation according to the confirmed itinerary
  • Guide/driver services where applicable
  • Accommodation where included in the confirmed booking
  • Meals where specified
  • Activities specifically listed as included in the confirmed itinerary

Not included

  • International flights
  • Travel insurance
  • Personal expenses
  • Activities or permits not specifically included
  • Anything not listed under inclusions

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