TOUR ITINERARY
Day 1: Arrival in Kigali
Arrive in Kigali and be met by our Adventure Trails’ guide/driver. After briefing, a transfer to Kigali city for a city tour, genocide museum visit and later proceed to the hotel for an overnight. Dinner and overnight at Kigali, Serena Hotel /Novotel Hotel or Okapi Hotel
Day 2: Transfer to Parc National des Volcano
After an early breakfast, at 0600h, drive to Parc National des Volcano, North West to Ruhengeri, and the main settlement base for gorillas. Arrive at the Park, exited to trek gorillas the following day.
Day 3: First Gorilla trekking
After an early breakfast, depart to the park headquarters for the briefing on Gorilla trip formalities with packed lunch and trekking gears to enable you trek easily. Set off for the trekking into the tropical rain forest in search for the habituated gorilla groups. It’s the most breathtaking and distressing wildlife experiences one can have by getting close to the animals to get a good observation. The huge biodiversity, implausible scenery and extraordinary views also attract tourists. Overnight at Gorilla Nest Lodge/ Kinigi guest house (FB)
Day 4: Second gorilla trek
After breakfast at the lodge, you will carry out the second gorilla trek in the park, visiting a different gorilla group. After the activity, you will have lunch at the Lodge and drive along Lake Kivu to the lakeshore town of Kibuye. Lake Kivu is a beautiful enormous inland sea enclosed by the steep, green terraced hills which gives a good view to tourists. Arrive and check in at Kibuye Guest House which is on the edge of the lake. This will enable you to have a perfect swim in the clear waters. Dinner and overnight at Kibuye Guest House.
Day 5: Departure
Relaxation at the lakeshores or an optional boat trip on Lake Kivu. Explore the numerous islands, islets and peninsulas that characterize Kibuye or just enjoy a swim into the lake. Lunch at the Guest House before driving back to Kigali for a departure flight.
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