Discover Rwanda
Rwanda
10 days from $27,945 per person
* Based on double occupancy, incl. taxes & fuel surcharges, restrictions apply.
Indulge in an extraordinary journey through the enchanting land of a thousand hills. From the moment you arrive, be embraced by the warm hospitality of the Rwandan people with a Platinum Airport experience. Prepare to be captivated as you traverse the vast open plains, serene woodlands, and glistening lakes of the prestigious Akagera National Park. Finally, witness nature's most majestic spectacle, where true elegance meets untamed wilderness, in the breathtaking Volcanoes National Park, home to the magnificent mountain gorillas.
How Your Trip Matters
This journey combines two iconic African experiences - safari and gorilla treks - while leaving a positive lasting legacy in Rwanda.
Highlights
Explore the land of a thousand hills and its magnificent mountains.
Discover how planting a tree leaves a lasting legacy in Rwanda.
Experience a fascinating walk through a tea plantation and learn what makes the perfect cup of tea.
Enjoy epic panoramic views from a scenic helicopter flight.
MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experiences are conscious travel experiences chosen with great care based on the positive social or environmental impact they have both on their communities, and on those who experience them our guests. You can identify these experiences across our trips by locating the MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience seal.
Accommodations
1. The Retreat
The Retreat is a luxury boutique hotel and is Kigali’s first eco-friendly solar powered resort featuring locally crafted teak wood furniture and beautifully designed custom-built rooms with high ceilings. Each room is furnished with a private balcony/patio, separate sitting area, complimentary wifi, flat screen TV with satellite channels, fridge and mini bar, tea and coffee making facilities, safe, work desk and air conditioning. The comfortable bed features Frette Italian linens, a down duvet and pillow menu. The en suite bathroom includes a deep soaking bathtub and rainfall showerhead. Enjoy fine dining at the restaurant which merges culinary traditions from Italy, Mauritius, Morocco and elsewhere blended in with Rwandan ingredients creating a fusion of delightful flavor. The Retreat offers luxury amenities including heated saltwater solar powered swimming pool, hot tub, sauna, spa, fully equipped gym, generously stocked bar and front and rear private patio areas.
2. Magashi Camp
Akagera National Park
Magashi Camp is situated in the productive and phenomenally diverse north-eastern corner of Akagera National Park overlooking scenic Lake Rwanyakazinga. Elevated on wooden decks, the spacious and airy tents offer uninterrupted views over the lake. Each tent is equipped with en-suite bathroom, an indoor shower, vanity basin, separate toilet, pedestal fan (no air conditioning), wardrobe, writing desk and chair, hat and coat stand, mosquito nets, electronic safe, tea and coffee making facilities, multi-plug adaptor charging facilities for mobile devices, mini-bar, two way radios and an outside deck with seating area. Wooden walkways connect the tents to the main area, comprised of a luxurious lounge, dining and bar area, wine cellar and pool, as well as an expansive viewing deck with fire pit. Magashi is committed to pioneering sustainable and authentic ecotourism in Rwanda. Their core purpose is to conserve Rwanda’s last protected savannah ecosystem, and species like black rhino and the rare and elusive shoebill.
3. Bisate Lodge
Rwanda, Volcanoes National Park
Bisate Lodge lies in the natural amphitheater of an eroded volcanic cone. The word bisate means ‘pieces’ in Kinyarwanda, describing how the cone was once whole but worn away by natural erosion. The area has dramatic views of the volcano peaks of Bisoke and Karisimbi, rearing up through the Afro-alpine forests. The lodge’s spherical thatched structures echo the thousands of hills that dot the Rwandan, landscape, while the richly detailed interior exhibits surfaces and screens made from a variety of woven materials with strong resonance in Rwandan culture. Each of the six forest villas consists of a generous, yet intimate combination of bedroom, reception space and bathroom, featuring an indoor shower, bathtub and double vanity with separate toilet. All warmed by a central fireplace with breath taking views out across a private deck. Complimentary wireless internet connection is available in the villas only. Bisate is within easy driving distance of the Park Headquarters, from where gorilla treks depart daily.
Itinerary
Day 1. Arrive Kigali, Rwanda
Upon arrival, experience the epitome of luxury with a VIP Meet & Greet and assistance through security. As you step into your luxury vehicle, you will be whisked away to your hotel, Kigali's first eco-friendly and solar-powered resort.
Delve into a Rwandan culinary extravaganza! Taste the local fruits at a farmers market, and look for special ingredients needed to create modern African recipes. Enjoy the hands-on experience of making Rwandan banana beer (urwagwa), and participate in a private cooking class with Kigali's future hospitality leaders featuring some local signature recipes.
The Retreat
Day 2. Kigali
Embark on a day of cultural immersion, beginning with a visit to the Nyamirambo Women’s Center. Delve into the vibrant community and witness the inspiring work of this women’s sewing cooperative. (BLD)
The Retreat
Day 3. Kigali / Akagera National Park
Set off by road to your tented camp in Akagera National Park, central Africa’s largest protected wetland. Get ready to spot a variety of plains game, predators, primates and birds. (BLD)
Wilderness Magashi
Day 4. Akagera National Park
Rise early for another day of wildlife viewing. Akagera is home to a thriving lion population, which you can help track through the Lion Tracking Conservation Project, as well as black rhinos reintroduced in 2017. Keep an eye out for the elusive shoebill and its massive bill, among nearly 500 bird species in the park. (BLD)
Magashi Camp
Day 5. Akagera National Park
The day’s activities feature expertly guided game drives, walks, and boat trips to encounter resident wildlife such as buffalo, leopard, elephant, giraffe, spotted hyena, zebra, and eland. (BLD)
Magashi Camp
Day 6. Akagera National Park / Volcanoes National Park
Take off on a breathtaking aerial adventure, boarding a private chartered helicopter for awe-inspiring views of Rwanda. Touch down at your award-winning eco-chic rainforest lodge nestled in a mesmerizing volcanic landscape. Indulge in an earth-to-plate food journey, savoring seasonal ingredients from the lodge’s vegetable garden. (BLD)
Wilderness Bisate
Day 7. Volcanoes National Park
Embark on your first trek through the enchanting Virunga Mountains, home to ten gorilla families. Observe these majestic creatures as they forage, play, and rest, reflecting our own behaviors. Despite the trek’s challenges, the reward of encountering these extraordinary animals is priceless. (BLD)
Wilderness Bisate
Day 8. Volcanoes National Park
Today trek to witness the endangered golden monkeys. Continue your journey with a visit to the Ellen DeGeneres Campus of the Dian Fossey Gorilla Fund and learn about the ongoing efforts to protect gorillas and their habitats. Gain deeper insights into the vital work being done to ensure the survival of these incredible creatures. (BLD)
Wilderness Bisate
Day 9. Volcanoes National Park
Don your gaiters and gear as you hike into the mountains for a second exhilarating gorilla trek. Join one of Bisate agronomists who will show you around the tree nursery and help you plant a sapling as part of Bisate’s visionary reforestation project. (BLD)
Wilderness Bisate
Day 10. Volcanoes National Park / Kigali
Bid farewell to the captivating landscapes of Rwanda and make your way back to Kigali. Enjoy the convenience of a day room at The Retreat. Explore more of Kigali or simply relax and rejuvenate before your international departure flight. (B)
Pricing
Land Arrangements (Price per person)
**Surcharges Apply Single Supplement available on request. Please contact African Travel, Inc. or your favorite travel advisor.
Air Arrangements (Internal Airfare)
No internal air is required for this itinerary.
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