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7 Day Cultural and Gorilla Experience In Rwanda

Starting From From $5,851.33 per person Current Project Expedition rate
7 Days 3.98 / 5 0 reviews Easy activity level Multiday Trip Operated by Dav Safaris
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The Experience

What your day looks like

The 7 Days Cultural and Gorillas experience gives you an opportunity to explore the Rwanda hidden treasures of typical culture. On this safari your will be led to the untouched authentic African culture in Rwanda, this amazing experience back dates to 400 years ago during the ancient kingdoms, also involves colonial and post-colonial times and the start of the modern era which featured the Rwanda genocide of 1994 where 1 million people lost their lives in which was termed as the intertribal war between 2 Rwandan communities but later reconciled and started living harmoniously, however, the scars of this massacre are reserved in different areas countrywide, therefore this safari will enable you to have a glimpse of what happened alongside other historical elements. On this tour upon arrival, you will visit the genocide memorial in Kigali city, head for mountain Gorillas trekking in the northeastern part of the country and later trail the Batwa pygmies culture and visit Ibyiwachu cultural center for the traditional performance, we shall also a tribute visit to the Dian Fossey monument who was a primatologist killed by the poachers as a reward to her restless efforts to protect the Mountain Gorillas in Virunga forests, we shall pay a courtesy visit to Musanze caves and karisoke primate research center. This tour also takes us to the aquatic live experience at the famous fascinating twin lakes and the stunning Lake Kivu. This safari is available throughout the year and can be customized to your needs and preferences. For more information, kindly contacts us through our email address.

Highlights

Why travelers choose this experience

  • Opportunity to explore the Rwanda hidden treasures of typical culture
  • Head for mountain Gorillas trekking in the northeastern part of the country
  • Cultural Visit to the Iby’Iwacu cultural village
  • Tour Musanze Caves and have a good look at Nyanza King’s Palace
  • Aquatic live experience at the famous fascinating twin lakes & Lake Kivu
Your Itinerary

Your day, step by step

Day 1

Kigali

Welcome to Rwanda! This 7 Days Cultural and Gorillas experience will Starts Upon arrival at Kigali International Airport, our guide will be waiting to welcome you to the Land of Thousand Hills, be briefed about the tour expectations and plans.

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Kigali

City/Town Tour. City Tour We will set off for a tour in Kigali City. After, Guide will drive you via the city of Kigali to the Volcanoes National Park. Time allowing, you will go for a nature walk around your lodge before retiring.

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Kigali

Meal Plan: Lunch and Dinner will be served on this day.

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Kigali

Accommodation: Hotel De Mille Collins

Day 2

Kigali

Eco Tour at Rwanda Volcanoes National Park. Goodmorning! Rwanda cultural and Gorillas experience tour will start after you Wake up very early in the morning (as early as 04:30 am) start your journey to the Park headquarters in Ruhengeri. This is a 2-3 hours journey, and we arrive here at around08:00 am to be briefed about the gorilla trekking rules and regulations. The gorilla trekking experience is a 1-6 hours exercise after which, you will be transferred to the lodge.

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Kigali

Local Flavor. Later be taken for a community nature walk, and in the evening, you will have a retreat at the lodge

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Kigali

Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner will be served on this day.

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Kigali

Accommodation: Gorilla Solutions Lodge

Day 3

Kigali

Cultural Immersion at Rwanda Volcanoes National Park. Goodmorning! The Culture and Primate Safari on this day will start early in the morning. start your second-day cultural tour with a drive to the Iby’wacu cultural village where you get to participate in real life with the people here having the opportunity to taste the local foods and locally brewed wines. You will participate in cultural activities such as storytelling, singing, and dancing around a campfire and spend the night in a traditional hut. We spend the night here and prepare for the next day gorilla trekking activity.

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Kigali

Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner will be served on this day.

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Kigali

Accommodation: Gorilla Solutions Lodge.

Day 4

Kigali

Hiking. Musanze Caves Our guide will transfer you to the Musanze caves where you will encounter a unique experience of amazing bats of different types as you enjoy the scenic views of the twin lakes of Lake Burera and Ruhondo. Gazing at the wildlife attractions surrounding you.

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Kigali

Eco Tour. Hike up Later on, hike to the Karisoke Research Center established by Dian Fossey, here you learn about this American Primatologist who loved the gorillas like no other. We end the day with a drive back to the hotel.

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Kigali

Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner will be served on this day.

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Kigali

Accommodation: Gorilla Solutions Lodge

Day 5

Kigali

Cultural Immersion. Living Like Local The guide will drive you to visit Nyanza, a historical seat of the ancient Rwandan kings where you will learn about the ancient traditional practices of the Rwanda people, and then, later on, you will drive to Butare, A Rwanda cultural center for another cultural and historical experience. In the evening, experience the cultural performances of the Batwa people with an introduction to the life of the first Rwandans, their art of pottery as well as singing, drumming, and dancing. Return to the lodge.

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Kigali

Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner will be served on this day.

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Kigali

Accommodation: Gorilla Solutions Lodge

Day 6

Kigali

Sightseeing at Kigali Genocide Memorial Centre. Genocide Memorial You will visit genocide memorial sites in Rwanda where thousands of innocent people in Rwanda lost their lives during the genocide of 1994 tragedy. You will hear touching narratives of how people were cruelly put to death on ethnic grounds.

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Kigali

Leisure. After that, transfer to Lake Kivu for relaxation at Gisenyi beach and later on, in the evening, you will retire to one of the lodges.

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Kigali

Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner will be served on this day.

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Kigali

Accommodation: Hotel De Mille Collins

Day 7

Kigali

Meal Plan: Breakfast and Lunch. Enjoy Breakfast to end an amazing time in Rwanda Just right.

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Kigali

Thank you for visiting! Then, drive to Kigali to catch your departure flight. Lunch will be treated en route. We are happy you came and hope to see you again soon!

Planning Details

Before you go

Included

Ground transportation in the Tourist Vehicle Park entrance fees Gorilla Permit Gorilla Guardian Permit Kigali sight-seeing tour Service of an English-speaking driver-guide

Not Included

Airfares & Rwanda Visa Luxury drinks/Alcoholic drinks Tips to local guides Personal insurance and shopping Laundry

What to Bring

Comfortable clothing and footwear Camera and other personal belongings

Meeting & Pickup

Starts Upon arrival at Kigali International Airport, our guide will be waiting to welcome you to the Land of Thousand Hills.

Planning Notes

Hotel pickup offered: Yes Confirmation: Manual By Business

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