6-days bird watching and primates trekking Rwanda safari, you will be entitled to a full bird watching and primates adventure in both the Volcanoes National Park and Nyungwe Forest National Park. At Nyungwe, you will get a chance to see most of the 13 primate species found in Rwanda, including the mountain gorillas, the beautiful chimpanzees, and the rare golden monkeys, among others.
Nyungwe Forest and Volcanoes National Parks are not only blessed with primates but are also home to over 200 different bird species, over 50 mammals, and so much more. Get a chance to visit the famous Dian Fossey grave, the Karisoke Research Center, and so much more!
Highlights for 6-days bird watching & primate trekking in Rwanda.
- Guided canopy walkway in Nyungwe Forest National Park.
- Bird watching with a nature walk in Nyungwe Forest
- Chimpanzee trekking in Nyungwe Forest
- Mountain gorilla tracking in Volcanoes National Park
- Golden monkey tracking with a visit to Dian Fossey
- Brief City Tour with Airport Drop-Off
Detailed itinerary for 6-days bird watching and primate trekking in Rwanda.
Day 1: Arrival and transfer to Nyungwe Forest National Park
Upon your arrival at Kigali International Airport, you will be warmly welcomed by your driver or safari guide, who will help you with your luggage and transfer you to your booked safari lodge in Nyungwe Forest while briefing you on the safari on the way. Upon your arrival, you will check into your safari lodge for dinner and overnight. Meal plan: F/B.
Accommodation Options
- Upmarket: Nyungwe Forest Lodge
- Mid-range: Nyungwe Top View Hotel
- Budget: Gisakura Guest House
- Meal plan: dinner.
Day 2: Bird watching with a nature walk in Nyungwe Forest
Wake up to a delicious early morning breakfast, and after setting out into Nyungwe Forest (with your packed lunch) to begin your bird-watching adventure, your guide will help you identify different birds in the thick canopies. What’s even more exciting is the high chance of encountering different monkey species while on the lookout for birds. It will be a full-day birding experience, and therefore it is very vital that you carry lots of drinking water to stay hydrated throughout the day. Return to your booked safari lodge for dinner and overnight. Meal plan: full board.
Accommodation Options
- Up Market: Nyungwe Forest Lodge
- Mid-range: Nyungwe Top View Hotel
- Budget: Gisakura Guest House
- Meal plan: breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
Day 3: chimpanzee trekking in Nyungwe and transfer to Volcanoes National Park
After your breakfast, you will head to the park headquarters for a short briefing before you begin the chimpanzee tracking. Return from your chimpanzee tracking adventure to a warm lunch, check out of the safari lodge, and transfer to Volcanoes National Park, home of the mountain gorillas. Upon your arrival, you will check into your booked safari lodge for dinner and overnight. Meal plan: F/B.
Accommodation Options
- Luxury: Mountain Gorilla View Lodge
- Mid-range: Le’Bambou Gorilla Lodge
- Budget: Kinigi Guesthouse
- Meal plan: breakfast, lunch, and dinner
Day 4: Mountain Gorilla trekking in Volcanoes National Park
After breakfast, set out to Kinigi headquarters with your packed lunch for a briefing that will usher you into the gorilla tracking activity. Return from the gorilla tracking for some relaxation and refreshments at your lodge. Later in the evening, you will be entertained by a group of traditional dancers and learn about Rwandan singing and dancing, traditional drums, and so much more. Dinner and overnight Meal plan: F/B
Accommodation Options
- Up Market: Mountain Gorilla View Lodge
- Mid-range: Le’bambou gorilla lodge
- Budget: Kinigi Guest House
- Meal plan: breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
Day 5: Golden monkey tracking with a visit to Dian Fossey
Your day will begin with an adventurous golden monkey trekking adventure after your breakfast. Return to the lodge for lunch and set out to visit Dian Fossey’s grave. You will hike at Karisoke Research Center and explore further the life of Dian Fossey and learn about her effort to conserve these beautiful creatures and the legacy she left behind. Return to the lodge for dinner and overnight. Meal plan: F/B.
Accommodation Options
- Up Market: Mountain Gorilla View Lodge
- Mid-range: Le’bambou gorilla lodge
- Budget: Kinigi Guest House
- Meal plan: breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
Day 6: Brief City Tour with Airport Drop Off
After breakfast, you will check out of your safari lodge, and we will set out to the capital city of Rwanda to begin the city tour. This will depend entirely on your flight schedule back home and whether it favors this program or not. Meal plan: H/B.
6-days bird watching and primate trekking in Rwanda include:
- Airport transfers
- Accommodation and meals as per the itinerary
- One chimpanzee tracking permit
- Game drives
- En-route lunches
- One gorilla trekking permit
- Bird watching.
6-days bird watching and primate trekking in Rwanda excludes:
- Airfare
- Rwanda Visa
- Luxury drinks
- Laundry
- Tips for local guides
- Telephone and porter fees while trekking
- Personal Insurance
- Personal shopping bills, cigarettes, and any other item not mentioned above.