8 Days Primate Experience

(8 days / 7 nights)

8 Days Primate Experience

This safari includes both a visit to the gorillas and the Chimpanzees. Volcanoes National Park, is best known for the Mountain Gorilla. Other mammals found in the park include: golden monkey, black-fronted duiker, buffalo, Spotted Hyena and bushbuck. There are 178 recorded bird species, with at least 13 species and 16 subspecies endemic to the virunga and Ruwenzori Mountains.
Nyungwe National Park covers 1000sq km of protected, rare montane forest of unrivalled biodiversity. Among other natural marvels, this virgin forest is home to 13 species of primates, 100 varieties of orchids, about 300 species of birds and a river that is one of the sources of the Nile. The numerous hiking trails are ideal for primate trackers, botanists and bird-lovers.

8 days / 7 nights

Trip Highlights

Kigali »Volcanoes National Park, » Mgahinga Gorilla National Park, » Bwindi Forest National Park, » Kigali/Depart

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Arrival Kigali / Transfer to Volcanoes National Park

On arrival at Kigali International Airport a member of our team will be welcome you and transfer you to the City for Lunch. After Lunch you will drive to the Volcanoes Virunga Lodge in the Volcanoes National park. The journey north passes through the beautiful terraced hillsides that characterise much of Rwanda's landscape and gradually climbs to the base of the Virunga Volcanoes, sometimes with as many as five peaks visible. Arrive at the Lodge in the late afternoon for Dinner followed by Overnight at The Volcanoes Virunga Lodge LDBB
Volcanoes National Park

Today you will have the rare opportunity to observe the famous Rwandan mountain gorillas (subject to gorilla permits being available). Tracking the gorillas through the forested slopes of the Virungas is a magical experience. If you are lucky you can get to the gorillas, spend an hour with them, and be back at the base in time for a late lunch. Some gorilla families, however, are more elusive, and tracking can take a full day, especially when it is wet and muddy.
: Volcanoes National Park

Choose from a variety of activities today. Head out for some gorilla tracking in the Parc National des Volcans (additional permit payment), visit the endangered golden monkeys or trek to Dianne Fossey's grave. Other options include driving to Gisenyi, visiting Ross Carr's orphanage and Lake Kivu, climbing the Visoke/Muhavura volcanoes, visiting the local school and community projects, or walking to Lake Bulera.
Mgahinga Gorilla National Park

Enjoy a relaxing morning and visit the local school or orphanage before returning to the Volcanoes Virunga Lodge for lunch. Set off in the afternoon and cross into Uganda as you make your way to the Volcanoes Mount Gahinga Lodge, situated at the base of the Virunga Volcanoes. Enjoy the rest of the day as you relax with a refreshing sundowner on the terrace before dinner. Overnight stay at Volcanoes Mount Gahinga Lodge LDBB.
Mgahinga Gorilla National Park

Today you have the opportunity to go gorilla tracking again, this time in the Nkuringo part of the Bwindi National Park on the northern side of the Virunga Mountains (additional permit payment). If you prefer, climb the Muhavura or Gahinga volcano to get some spectacular views of the surrounding area, go for a nature walk to track the golden monkeys, or visit with the Batwa Pygmies as they teach you about their culture and some traditional hunting techniques.
Bwindi Impenetrable Forest

Drive to the Bwindi Forest National Park through the ‘Switzerland of Africa’ with its winding roads, and many hills and valleys all with distant views of the volcanoes and lakes. Time permitting; you can go for a guided nature walk in the thick forest rich in birds, butterflies and monkeys. Alternatively, look for monkeys and birds near the river below the Volcanoes Bwindi Lodge.
Bwindi Impenetrable Forest

Wake up early and embark on another gorilla tracking excursion (additional permit payment). Tracking in Bwindi Forest requires stamina and can often take most of the day. In this thick and humid forest you'll almost have to cut your way through the undergrowth, a challenge that is richly rewarded upon your first sight of the shy and graceful gorillas camouflaged in the vegetation. Other options include a leisurely walk on one of the different trails that meanders through the Impenetrable Forest, a visit to local village or community project, or visit the Batwa Pygmies - the indigenous people of Bwindi.
Departure

This morning, you’ll transfer back to Kigali in Rwanda where your tour will end. Depending on your travel arrangements, there may be time to tour the city.

Tour Inclusions + Exclusions

Included

Pick Up and Drop Off Arrangements
Accommodation as per itinerary
All Meals as indicated in the itinerary
All Road / Air Transfers as indicated in Itinerary
Park Entry fees to National parks and reserves
Mineral water in vehicles and during tracking

Not included

All airport taxes, International airfares and Visas
Insurance (trip cancellation medical insurances are recommended)
Premium Drinks / Beverages with meals
Tips and Gratuities to driver and hotels staff
Hot Air Balloon rides or excursions not mentioned on itinerary
Any Sudden Increases in park fees, government taxes and levies and fuel surcharges

8 days / 7 nights

Trip Highlights

Kigali »Volcanoes National Park, » Mgahinga Gorilla National Park, » Bwindi Forest National Park, » Kigali/Depart

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8 Days Primate Experience

(8 days / 7 nights)

8 Days Primate Experience

8 days / 7 nights

Trip Highlights

Arrival Kigali / Transfer to Volcanoes National Park

Volcanoes National Park

: Volcanoes National Park

Mgahinga Gorilla National Park

Mgahinga Gorilla National Park

Bwindi Impenetrable Forest

Bwindi Impenetrable Forest

Departure

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