Rwanda: The Gorilla Kingdom

Welcome to Rwanda! Arrive at Kigali International Airport, where you will be met by your private guide and transferred to your luxury hotel.

Check-in at a 5-star hotel in Kigali.

Explore the city at your leisure, or take part in an optional cultural activity.

Evening dinner and overnight in Kigali.

Morning: Begin your day with a private guided tour of Kigali.
Visit the Kigali Genocide Memorial where you will learn about Rwanda’s tragic history and the 1994 Genocide.
Thereafter, visit Kigali city market and experience the vibrant culture, and explore local crafts and souvenirs.

Enjoy a delicious local meal in the city.

After lunch, depart Kigali and embark on a scenic drive to Volcanoes National Park (approx. 2.5 hours).

Check-in at a luxury lodge near the park, with breathtaking views of the volcanoes.

Enjoy a traditional Rwandan dinner at your lodge.

Overnight in Volcanoes National Park

After an early breakfast, head to Volcanoes National Park for your Gorilla Trekking Experience. Meet your expert guide and trekking team before heading into the rainforest to track the endangered mountain gorillas. Spend up to 1 hour with these majestic creatures in their natural habitat.

You will learn about the conservation efforts and the behavior of these incredible animals.
After the trek, return to your lodge for a well-deserved lunch.

Relax at your lodge in the afternoon or choose to visit a local community project to learn about the local culture.

Enjoy dinner at the lodge, followed by a peaceful evening.

Overnight at Volcanoes National Park

Breakfast will be served at your hotel. Thereafter, embark on the Golden Monkey Trek. Trek through the bamboo forests of Volcanoes National Park to encounter the rare and playful golden monkeys.
Return to your lodge for a refreshing lunch.

In the afternoon, you will visit Dian Fossey’s Tomb, located near the park. Learn about the life of the famous primatologist and her work with the mountain gorillas.

Dinner at your lodge and relax in the serene surroundings.

Overnight at Volcanoes National Park

Enjoy a scenic drive to Lake Kivu (approx. 2.5 hours), known for its clear waters and stunning views.

Enjoy a lakeside lunch at a luxury resort with views of the lake.

You will engage in a cultural experience by visiting a nearby village. Interact with the locals and explore traditional Rwandan life through dance, music, and crafts.

Retuen to your Lodge in the evening where you will have a gourmet dinner at your lodge, overlooking the tranquil surroundings.

Overnight in Volcanoes National Park

After a final breakfast, check-out of your lodge and begin your journey back to Kigali.
Visit the Kigali Arts and Crafts Village if time allows for last-minute souvenir shopping.
Enjoy a farewell lunch at a local restaurant in Kigali.
Thereafter, a private transfer to Kigali International Airport for your departure flight.

After breakfast, set out on a full-day private tour of the Cape Peninsula, featuring:
Cape Point: Marvel at dramatic cliffs and the meeting point of the Atlantic and Indian Oceans.
Boulders Beach: Visit the famous colony of African penguins.

Scenic drive along Chapman’s Peak, one of the world’s most breathtaking coastal roads.

Indulge in a leisurely lunch at The Bungalow, a chic beachfront restaurant in Clifton, offering delicious seafood and Mediterranean-inspired dishes with spectacular ocean views.

End your Cape Town journey with a memorable early dinner at Azure Restaurant at The 12 Apostles Hotel & Spa, featuring a refined set menu as you watch the sunset.

Enjoy a leisurely breakfast and soak in your final moments in Cape Town.
Private transfer to Cape Town International Airport for your departure.