5 Day Nyungwe, Lake Kivu and Volcanoes Tour

Arrive at Kigali International Airport, where your Hope Tours Africa guide welcomes you with a warm smile. Transfer to One Click Hotel, a modern retreat in Kigali’s vibrant heart, offering a cozy base to unwind. Check in, savor the city’s evening buzz, and explore local dining options for dinner, settling in for a restful night as you anticipate the journey ahead.

Accommodation: One Click Hotel (Meal Plan: Bed & Breakfast)

After breakfast at One Click Hotel, depart Kigali in your vehicle for a scenic 5-hour drive to Nyungwe National Park, passing Rwanda’s rolling hills and tea plantations. Arrive by midday at Ken Barham Guest House, a charming lodge nestled in the forest’s embrace. Check in, then head to Nyungwe for an afternoon canopy walk. Stroll 60 meters above the forest floor on a suspension bridge, the canopy alive with birdsong and distant monkey calls, as you take in panoramic views of the lush greenery. Return to the lodge, the forest’s serenity wrapping around you as you explore dinner options nearby and settle in for the night.

Accommodation: Ken Barham Guest House (Meal Plan: Bed & Breakfast)

Rise early for breakfast, the forest stirring as you prepare for chimpanzee trekking in Nyungwe. Drive to the park headquarters for a briefing, then trek 2-4 hours through dense trails, your guide tracking chimps with expert precision. Spot them high in the trees, their hoots echoing as they swing and forage, and spend an hour captivated by their social antics. Return to the lodge by midday, refresh, and depart for a 4-hour drive to Lake Kivu in Rubavu. Arrive at Paradis Malahide, a serene lakeside retreat, by late afternoon. Check in, relax by the water’s edge, and enjoy the sunset over the lake, seeking out a nearby dinner spot to end your day.

Accommodation: Paradis Malahide (Meal Plan: Bed & Breakfast)

Savor breakfast by Lake Kivu, then board your vehicle for a 3-hour drive to Volcanoes National Park. Arrive by mid-morning at Grotta Resort, a tranquil retreat amid volcanic slopes, and check in. Head to the park headquarters for a briefing, then embark on a 2-4 hour golden monkey trek. Venture into bamboo forests, watching these playful primates leap through the canopy, their golden fur gleaming in the light. Spend an hour enchanted by their lively antics before returning to the lodge. Spend the afternoon unwinding, the misty peaks a stunning backdrop as you settle in for the night after exploring dinner options.

Accommodation: Grotta Resort (Meal Plan: Bed & Breakfast)

Enjoy breakfast at Grotta Resort, the morning air crisp as you prepare to depart. Board your vehicle for a 2.5-hour drive back to Kigali, passing Rwanda’s rolling hills and vibrant villages one last time. Arrive in Kigali by midday, with time for a quick stop at a local market or cafe if your flight allows. Your guide will drop you off at Kigali International Airport for your departure flight, or at a hotel if you’re extending your stay, leaving you with memories of Rwanda’s forests, lakes, and primate encounters.

End of the Tour.