7-Day Rwanda — Big Five & Gorillas — Gorillawise Collection & Safaris

About This Journey

Rwanda's most iconic wildlife combination — game drives and a boat safari in Akagera National Park (Central Africa's only Big Five destination) followed by mountain gorilla trekking in Volcanoes National Park. Compact, luxurious, and deeply rewarding — this is one of East Africa's finest short safari itineraries.

Highlights

◆ Akagera National Park — full Big Five

◆ Lake Ihema boat safari — hippos & Nile crocodiles

◆ Gorilla trekking, Volcanoes National Park

◆ Night drive for leopards and nocturnal species

◆ Both parks within 3 hours of Kigali

◆ All permits, lodges and transfers included

Day-by-Day Itinerary

🗺️ Interactive Route Map Click pins for details · scroll to zoom

Day 1

Arrive Kigali — welcome transfer & dinner.

Day 2

Transfer to Akagera NP (2 hrs). Afternoon game drive on the savannah.

Day 3

Full day Akagera — morning game drive, afternoon Lake Ihema boat safari.

Day 4

Optional night drive, then transfer to Volcanoes NP.

Day 5

Gorilla trekking, Volcanoes NP. Certificate ceremony & celebration lunch.

Day 6

Golden monkey trekking or cultural visit. Optional Iby'Iwacu Village.

Day 7

Return to Kigali & departure.

✓ Included

✓Gorilla trekking permit ($1,500 per person)
✓Akagera game drives (private vehicle)
✓Lake Ihema boat safari
✓Professional GorillaWise guide
✓All luxury lodge accommodation
✓All transfers by private 4x4
✓Meals as specified
✓Park entrance fees

✗ Not Included

✗International flights
✗Visa fees
✗Travel insurance
✗Tips and personal expenses
✗Optional golden monkey permit

🎒 What to Bring

•Neutral safari clothing
•Hiking boots for gorilla trek
•Rain jacket
•Camera with zoom lens
•Binoculars
•Sunscreen & wide-brim hat

From

On Request

per person (subject to group size)

Book This Journey Customise Journey

Need Help?

💬 WhatsApp Us ✉️ Send Email

7-Day Rwanda — Big Five & Gorillas