Book this 6-Day Rwanda Safari Tour to explore Akagera National Park and Nyungwe National Park, two of Rwanda’s hidden treasures.
Akagera National Park is the only national park in the country where travelers can see the Big Five, giving guests the chance to experience its rich wildlife up close. Nyungwe National Park adds more excitement with activities such as chimpanzee tracking. This lush rainforest is a popular home for chimpanzees, black-and-white colobus monkeys, and golden monkeys, along with a canopy walk offering beautiful forest views and bird watching.
6-Day Rwanda Safari Highlights
- 6-day Rwanda safari visiting Akagera National Park and Nyungwe National Park
- Airport pick up in Kigali and transfer to Akagera National Park
- Overnight stay at a lodge inside or near the park
- Morning game drives to see elephants, buffaloes, lions, giraffes, leopards, and rhinos
- Boat ride on Lake Ihema to see hippos, crocodiles, and water birds
- Nature walk near the lodge to look for wildlife
- Road transfer from Akagera National Park to Nyungwe National Park
- Bird watching along the Karamba trail in Nyungwe Forest
- Early morning chimpanzee trekking with park rangers
- Afternoon canopy walk above Nyungwe Forest
- Community visit in Bisesero village to learn about local life and culture
- Return transfer to Kigali City
- Visit the Kigali Genocide Memorial and Kimironko Market
- Transfer to Kigali International Airport for departure
Brief 6-Day Rwanda Safari Itinerary
- Day 1: Kigali to Akagera National Park
- Day 2: Game Drive and Lake Ihema Boat Cruise
- Day 3: Akagera to Nyungwe National Park
- Day 4: Chimpanzee Trekking and Canopy Walk
- Day 5: Community Tour and Return to Kigali
- Day 6: Kigali City Tour and Departure
Detailed 6-Day Rwanda Safari Itinerary
Day 1: Kigali to Akagera National Park
Your adventure begins with a pick up from Kigali International Airport by a professional guide, followed by a two and a half hour drive to Akagera National Park. On arrival, you will be driven to your lodge, where lunch is served, giving you time to relax after your journey.
In the evening, enjoy a nature walk around the lodge, spotting wildlife such as leopards, black-and-white colobus monkeys, African buffaloes, and African bush elephants. Return to the lodge for dinner and overnight.
Day 2: Game Drive and Lake Ihema Boat Cruise
Start with breakfast at the lodge before heading out on a morning game drive through Akagera, offering sightings of the Big Five and other wildlife until midday. Return to the lodge for lunch.
In the afternoon, drive to Lake Ihema for a boat cruise to see animals along the lakeshore and various bird species, including shoebills, sunbirds, African fish eagles, and African jacanas. Return to the lodge for dinner and overnight.
Day 3: Akagera to Nyungwe National Park
After breakfast, check out and embark on a seven hour drive to Nyungwe National Park. On arrival, settle into your lodge and enjoy lunch while taking in views of the Nyungwe forest.
In the afternoon, explore the Karamba birding trail, where you may spot black bee-eaters, hammerkops, African fish eagles, and great blue turacos. Return to the lodge in the evening for dinner and overnight.
Day 4: Chimpanzee Trekking and Canopy Walk
After an early breakfast, attend a briefing about the chimpanzee tracking adventure. Accompanied by experienced rangers, take a two hour trek through Nyungwe to observe chimpanzees in their natural habitat. Return to the lodge for lunch.
In the afternoon, experience the canopy walk, offering beautiful views of the forest, birds, and other wildlife, especially primates. Return to the lodge at sunset for dinner and overnight.
Day 5: Community Tour and Return to Kigali
After breakfast, set off for a community tour in Bisesero village. Interact with locals, watch cultural dances, and take part in traditional activities to learn about the Kinyarwanda lifestyle.
Return to the lodge for lunch before starting the journey back to Kigali. On arrival, check in at your hotel and relax, enjoying views of the city. Dinner will be served, and you can experience Kigali’s nightlife before resting for the night.
Day 6: Kigali City Tour and Departure
Enjoy breakfast, followed by a city tour. The first stop is the Kigali Genocide Memorial Center, where you will learn about Rwanda’s history. Then visit Kimironko Market to taste local food and buy Rwandan souvenirs.
After lunch at a top restaurant, transfer to Kigali International Airport for your flight home.
Book this 6-Day Rwanda Safari Tour today and experience Big Five wildlife, chimpanzee trekking, and Rwandan culture in one trip.
