6 Nights/ 7 Days Kigali, Volcanoes & Akagera National Park
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| From USD 12,200 | 6 Nights and 7 Days | City & Bush | Family Holiday / Private tour |
6 Nights/ 7 Days Kigali, Volcanoes & Akagera National Park
Option 1:- Based on 2 pax
Price:- USD 12,200 (€ 10,735) Per person sharing
Option 2:- Based on 4 Pax
Price:- USD 10,800 (€ 9,500) Per person sharing
Option 2:- Based on 6 Pax
Price:- USD 10,600 (€ 9,330) Per person sharing
Day 1:
WELCOME TO KIGALI AND THE START OF YOUR ADVENTURE
TBA: Arrive at Kigali International Airport and you will be warmly welcomed by representative outside the customs and immigration hall (FRENCH SPEAKING). A transfer will take you to your city accommodation, Kigali Serena Hotel, an assisted check-in assures a smooth experience, followed by dinner and an overnight stay with breakfast. Room Category: Superior room
DAY 2:
TRANSFER TO VOLCANOES NATIONAL PARK – 2hrs 30 minutes’ drive
- TBA: Breakfast at the hotel, check out and settle any extras
- 10h00: Transfer to Volcanoes National park
- 12h30: Arrive and check in followed by lunch
- Afternoon: Relaxation/Optional complementary lodge activities
- 19h00: Dinner and overnight stay at One & Only Gorillas Nest lodge
Room category: Forest Lodge (King Room – 53 sqm) – inclusive of all alcoholic & non – alcoholic drinks
DAY 3:
VOLCANOES NATIONAL PARK – PRIVATE GORILLA TREK/RELAXATION/RELAXATION
TBA: Early breakfast precedes the day, before heading to the park headquarters for the gorilla trek briefing at TBA. You will then transfer you to the starting point of your guided walk, ready to begin this amazing adventure at TBA – Depending on clients but not to exceed starting at 10h00.
Gorilla trekking in Rwanda is often described as “life changing” and with good reason. With only an estimated 880 Gorillas left in the world, to see these gentle creatures in their natural habitat are a truly unique moment. Hikes in the mountains can last anywhere from 30 minutes to 4 hours+ depending on the family allocated to your group and their location. The journey back can take just as long, but you are often carried along by the euphoria you feel after seeing the gorillas,
The largest gorilla group ever studied is in Rwanda and was led by Cantsbee. He was the oldest known mountain gorilla in the world. A gorilla family is led by a Silverback and include several younger males, adult and juvenile females, and infants. In addition to providing protection to group members, Silverbacks maintain order and decide all activities within their troop. They schedule feeding trips, resting time, and travel. They also father the majority of young in the group.
For gorilla trekking, you will be in rainforest, so it will more than likely than not, rain. Warm clothing is required as well as walking/hiking boots, a hat and lightweight parka/raincoat. Garden gloves, to avoid stinging nettles, and gaiters, are recommended.
After a most memorable experience encountering these creatures, you will return to the lodge for lunch.
Dinner and overnight stay at One & Only Gorillas Nest lodge
Room category: Forest Lodge (King Room – 53 sqm) – inclusive of all alcoholic & non – alcoholic drinks
DAY 4:
HELICOPTER TRANSFER TO AKAGERA NATIONAL PARK AREA – 45 minutes (using an Agusta 119 helicopters
- 08h00: Breakfast and check out, settle any extras
- 10h00: Transfer to the lodge helipad for your helicopter transfer to Akagera
- 10h45: Land at Magashi helipad, and the camp staff will assist you with check in followed by lunch
- Rest of the day is at relaxation/ follow lodge schedule/ Game drive
- 19h00: Dinner and overnight stay at Magashi Camp
Room Category: Tented Room – All local drinks and Laundry (Exclude – Premium imported brands and champagne)
DAY 5:
AKAGERA NATIONAL PARK – FULL DAY GAME DRIVE (PRIVATE)
Lead by a private French guide, Akagera National Park Game Drive occurs early in the mornings and late in the afternoons. While driving along the park tracks in a 4WD Safari vehicle, passengers will have the chance to spot animals such as hyenas, elephants, various buffalo and lions.
- 07h30: Breakfast at the lodge, with packed lunch boxes, you will embark on a full day game drive both South & North
- 12h30: Lunch at one of the picnic sites
- Evening: Return to the lodge
- 19h00: Dinner and overnight stayovernight stay at Magashi Camp
Room Category: Tented Room – All local drinks and Laundry (Exclude – Premium imported brands and champagne)
Day 6:
AKAGERA NATIONAL PARK – BEHIND THE SCENE TOUR (RHINO BOMA)/AFTERNOON GAME DRIVE (NOTE: Follow lodge schedule)
- 07h00: Breakfast
- 08h00: Transfer for a behind the scenes tour
- 11h00: Brief game viewing
- 13h00: Return for lunch
- Afternoon: Game drive
- 19h00: Dinner and overnight stayovernight stay at Magashi Camp
Room Category: Tented Room – All local drinks and Laundry (Exclude – Premium imported brands and champagne)
DAY 7:
TRANSFER TO KIGALI/DEPARTURE (2 hours 30 minutes’ drive)
- 08h00: Breakfast, check out and settle any extras
- 08h00 – 11h00: En route game drive with packed lunch boxes from the camp
- 11h00: Hand over to your driver guide to proceed to Kigali
- TBA: Arrive, last minute
- TBA: Transfer to the Kigali International Airport for your outbound flight
EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW
GORILLA PERMIT NOTE AND TREKKING RULES
If you have a cold, flu or other contagious infection, you shouldn’t go gorilla trekking as the gorillas are very susceptible to catching human infections, particularly respiratory ones.
WEATHER IN RWANDA
Rwanda has a tropical highland climate, with plenty of rain. Temperatures vary considerably between locations depending on their altitude, but very little from month to month in the same place. In the capital, Kigali, the average daily temperature is about 21°C/70°F:
– Rainy season: March to May and October to November
– Hottest months: June to September
For all outdoor activities, we recommend suitable outdoor clothing, appropriate to the season and weather. The weather in the rainforest and mountains can change quickly, ranging from warm sunny days to rainy spells and very cool conditions during rainy evenings. We therefore recommend that you pack a range of clothing suitable for all conditions, particularly warm gloves, scarves, and head wear during rainy seasons, as well as waterproof outer-wear, closed shoes for hikes, plus a hat and sun protection.
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NOTE: Should weights exceed the maximum then supplements apply Terms and Conditions for helicopters:
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TERMS AND CONDITIONS
- Rates quoted are per person sharing.
- Single supplements may apply
- Please treat all pricing as a guide only.
- Request a quote or speak to one of our safari experts for the best, most current rates available.
- All rates are subject to change prior to booking with reference to increases in VAT, government taxes, park fees and fuel prices. Availability and may change without notice.
CANCELLATION
Between Confirmation and 60 days prior to arrival
The booking can be cancelled without penalty.
Between 60 days and 30 days prior to arrival
100% refund of monies paid or credit note issued against the agent name to be utilized within 12 months from the arrival date. We will process all refund requests as quickly as possible. Airline fees to be charged in accordance the airline terms at the time of cancellation.
Between 30 days and arrival date
100% of the total booking value will be refunded as a credit note against the agent name to be utilized within 12 months from the arrival date.
Cancellation during travel or stay
100% of total booking value will be forfeited