Kayak, bike & hike in Rwanda and discover its wildlife, culture, & stunning landscapes on this 14-day multi activity holiday.
Embark on a captivating 14-day multi activity holiday through Rwanda, starting with your arrival in Kigali and a stay at Heaven Boutique Hotel.
Dive into Kigali’s vibrant culture with visits to key landmarks, then immerse yourself in local artisan life at Azizi Life. Experience the wonders of Nyungwe National Park, from tracking colobus monkeys and exploring tea plantations to hiking waterfalls and the Canopy Walkway. Enjoy a memorable Lake Kivu adventure with kayaking and island camping. Hike Muhungwe Mountain, bike through Volcanoes National Park, and choose between a Mount Bisoke trek or a visit to Dian Fossey’s Tomb. Discover the Ellen DeGeneres Campus, track golden monkeys, and visit Twin Lakes before concluding with an extraordinary gorilla trekking experience and a return to Kigali.
14-day multi activity holiday: Itinerary.
Day 1: Arrival into Kigali
Upon arrival at Kigali International Airport, your guide will greet you and transfer you to Heaven Boutique Hotel for overnight stay.
Day 2-3: Explore Kigali
After breakfast, embark on a comprehensive city tour including the Kigali Genocide Memorial, Belgian Memorial, Nyamirambo Women Center, Umusambi Village, Kimironko Market, and Question Coffee. Return to Heaven Boutique Hotel for dinner and overnight.
Day 4: Transfer to the South - Azizi Life Experience
Travel to Azizi Life for an immersive day living as a local artisan, participating in communal activities, learning artisan crafts, and supporting fair trade. Overnight at Centre d'acceuil Mater Boni Consilii.
Day 5: Transfer to Nyungwe NP - Colobus Monkey Trek & Gisakura Tea Tour
Track black-and-white colobus monkeys in Nyungwe Forest and visit Gisakura tea plantation. Overnight at Top View Hotel.
Day 6: Waterfall Hike & Canopy Walkway
Explore a newly discovered waterfall and enjoy stunning views from the Canopy Walkway in Nyungwe National Park. Overnight at Nyungwe Top View Hotel.
Day 7: Chimpanzee Tracking & Transfer to Lake Kivu (Karongi)
Early morning chimpanzee tracking in Cyamudongo section of Nyungwe Forest, then transfer to Karongi (Lake Kivu) for overnight at Cormoran Lodge.
Day 8-9: Lake Kivu Kayak Adventure - Kibuye to Gishayu
Embark on a kayak adventure from Kibuye, exploring the 'Bay of Islands' and Napoleon Island. Camp overnight on an uninhabited island, then continue kayaking to Kinunu and transfer to Gisenyi. Dinner and overnight at Paradis Kivu.
Day 10: Hike Muhungwe Mountain & Transfer to Volcanoes NP
Hike Muhungwe Mountain, then transfer to Volcanoes National Park for overnight at Tiloreza Volcanoes Ecolodge.
Day 11: Mountain Biking in Volcanoes & Mukungwa River Canoe Trip
Enjoy mountain biking in Volcanoes NP and a canoe trip on Mukungwa River. Overnight at Tiloreza.
Day 12: Mountain Bisoke Hike (OR Dian Fossey Tomb Hike) & Ellen DeGeneres Campus Visit
Choose between hiking Mount Bisoke or visiting Dian Fossey's Tomb, followed by a visit to the Ellen DeGeneres Campus. Overnight at Tiloreza.
Day 13: Golden Monkey Trekking & Visit Twin Lakes
Track golden monkeys in their natural habitat and visit the picturesque Twin Lakes. Overnight at Tiloreza.
Day 14: Trekking with Mountain Gorillas
Embark on a memorable gorilla trekking experience in Volcanoes NP, followed by a private transfer to Kigali. End of service.