Rwanda Ultimate Primate Safari — 7-Day Gorillas, Chimps & Big Five
Gorilla trekking + chimpanzees + golden monkeys + Big Five — all in one journey
Tour Overview
This 7-day itinerary covers every highlight Rwanda has to offer. Begin in Kigali with the Genocide Memorial and city tour. Drive to Akagera for Big Five safari. Continue to Nyungwe for chimpanzee trekking and the canopy walk. End at Volcanoes NP for the life-changing gorilla trek and golden monkey encounter. This is the definitive Rwanda safari — primates, predators, culture, and conservation in one spectacular journey.
Your Journey
Day-by-Day Itinerary
Arrive and transfer to your accommodation. Welcome briefing and orientation. Settle in and explore your immediate surroundings.
Tonight's Stay
Accommodation in Rwanda (Full Circuit)
Full day dedicated to: Gorilla trekking. The complete Rwanda experience — gorilla trekking at Volcanoes, chimpanzees at Nyungwe, golden monkeys, Big Five at Akagera, and Kigali culture. Seven...
Tonight's Stay
Accommodation in Rwanda (Full Circuit)
Full day dedicated to: Chimpanzee tracking. The complete Rwanda experience — gorilla trekking at Volcanoes, chimpanzees at Nyungwe, golden monkeys, Big Five at Akagera, and Kigali culture. Seven...
Tonight's Stay
Accommodation in Rwanda (Full Circuit)
Full day dedicated to: Golden monkey encounter. The complete Rwanda experience — gorilla trekking at Volcanoes, chimpanzees at Nyungwe, golden monkeys, Big Five at Akagera, and Kigali culture. Seven...
Tonight's Stay
Accommodation in Rwanda (Full Circuit)
Full day dedicated to: Akagera Big Five safari. The complete Rwanda experience — gorilla trekking at Volcanoes, chimpanzees at Nyungwe, golden monkeys, Big Five at Akagera, and Kigali culture. Seven...
Tonight's Stay
Accommodation in Rwanda (Full Circuit)
Full day dedicated to: Kigali culture. The complete Rwanda experience — gorilla trekking at Volcanoes, chimpanzees at Nyungwe, golden monkeys, Big Five at Akagera, and Kigali culture. Seven...
Tonight's Stay
Accommodation in Rwanda (Full Circuit)
Final morning at leisure. Transfer to the airport or onward destination. End of an unforgettable journey.
7 Days of Unforgettable Moments
17 curated activities across your journey
Interactive Route Map
What's Included
- 6 nights luxury lodges
- All permits
- Full board
- Expert guides
- All transfers
- Park fees
Not Included
- International flights
- Drinks
- Tips
How to Get There
Fly to Kigali International Airport (KGL). Direct flights from Nairobi, Addis Ababa, Amsterdam, Brussels, London. 2–3 hr drive to Volcanoes NP.
Best Time to Visit
June–September (dry season). Gorilla trekking year-round. Short rains Oct–Nov.
Frequently Asked Questions
Starting from
$5,500
per person sharing
No booking fees · Free cancellation up to 30 days
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