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Discover Rwanda Gorillas, Chimps, Dian Fossey Tour (Exclusively Private)

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4.9 (6 reviews)
  • Two gorillas playing among lush green foliage.
  • Group of monkeys sitting in a tree.
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  • We had an amazing time! it was a trip of a lifetime that I will recommend to anyone who is interested.

    Melissa•traveled in September4.5
  • Close-up of a gorilla's face surrounded by green foliage
  • Wooden bridge made of logs in a dense forest.
  • Two gorillas sitting in the forest
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  • Young gorilla gazing in a lush environment.
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Itinerary

  1. Intro

    Introduction

  2. Day 1

    Kigali to Musanze

    Kigali to Musanze
    Start point
    Kigali, Rwanda (Kigali City, 08:00)
    Meals
    Lunch (Lunch at Red Rocks Intercultural Exchange Center), Dinner
    Accommodation
    Resort (Karisimbi Cave Resort)

    Included Activities

    • Complimentary tour of Kigali
    • Visit craft market
    • Visit Gisozi genocide memorial center
    • Learn about local banana beer brewing process
    • Tour of Red Rocks Intercultural Exchange Center

    Optional Activities

    • Squeeze banana juice and drink fresh juice
    • Participate in basket weaving activity with local community
    Landmarks
    Gisozi Genocide Memorial Center
    Red Rocks Intercultural Exchange Center
  3. Day 2

    Mount Bisoke Volcano Hike

    Mount Bisoke Volcano Hike
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch (Packed lunch during hike), Dinner
    Accommodation
    Resort (Karisimbi Cave Resort)

    Included Activities

    • Mount Bisoke volcano hike to summit
    • Crater lake viewing at summit
    Landmarks
    Mount Bisoke
    Kinigi Park Offices
  4. Day 3

    Mountain Gorilla Trekking

    Mountain Gorilla Trekking
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch (Packed lunch), Dinner
    Accommodation
    Resort (Karisimbi Cave Resort)

    Included Activities

    • Mountain gorilla trekking
    • Visit Ellen DeGeneres Campus of Dian Fossey Gorilla Fund
    Landmarks
    Ellen DeGeneres Campus - Dian Fossey Gorilla Fund
    Volcanoes National Park
  5. Day 4

    Karisoke Research Center Hike

    Karisoke Research Center Hike
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
    Accommodation
    Resort (Karisimbi Cave Resort)

    Included Activities

    • Karisoke Research Center hike
    • Learn about Dian Fossey's work and legacy

    Optional Activities

    • Hire porter to carry bags and provide hiking support
    Landmarks
    Karisoke Research Center
    Mount Bisoke
    Mount Karisimbi
  6. Day 5

    Golden Monkeys Trek

    Golden Monkeys Trek
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
    Accommodation
    Resort (Karisimbi Cave Resort)

    Included Activities

    • Golden Monkeys trek (1-2 hours)

    Optional Activities

    • Visit Musanze market in the afternoon
    Landmarks
    Volcanoes National Park
    Musanze Market
  7. Day 6

    Lake Kivu to Nyungwe National Park

    Lake Kivu to Nyungwe National Park
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch (Lunch en route), Dinner
    Accommodation
    Resort (Emeraude Kivu Resort)

    Included Activities

    • Visit Lake Kivu
    Landmarks
    Lake Kivu
    Nyungwe National Park
  8. Day 7

    Chimpanzee Tracking and Canopy Walk

    Chimpanzee Tracking and Canopy Walk
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
    Accommodation
    Resort (Emeraude Kivu Resort), Resort (Emeraude Kivu Resort)

    Included Activities

    • Chimpanzee tracking in Nyungwe National Park
    • Canopy walk in Nyungwe National Park
    Landmarks
    Nyungwe National Park
  9. Day 8

    Nyungwe to Kigali

    Nyungwe to Kigali
    End point
    Kigali, Rwanda (Kigali City, 06:00)
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch (Lunch en route)

    Included Activities

    • Visit Rwanda National Museum in Butare
    Landmarks
    Rwanda National Museum

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Where You'll Stay

  • Karisimbi Cave Resort

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  • Emeraude Kivu Resort

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Devine African Safaris Ltd

Rating
4.8 (75 reviews)
Response time
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Traveler Moments

  • Group of chimpanzees resting in a forest environment.
  • Baby gorilla chewing on a plant with greenery around.
  • Group of women in traditional attire with drums outdoors.
  • Memorial plaque in a lush environment.
  • Children walking along a road in casual attire.
  • Group of monkeys sitting in a tree.
  • Young gorilla gazing in a lush environment.
  • Two gorillas sitting in the forest
  • Close-up of a gorilla's face surrounded by green foliage
  • Gorilla lying on its back in the forest
  • Woman standing by a safari vehicle with branded tire covers.
  • Woman standing on a road with a sunset in the background.
  • Two people standing in front of a safari vehicle, posing.
  • Woman on a suspension bridge in a lush forest.

Traveler Reviews

4.9
Overall rating based on 6 Reviews
  • Itinerary
    4.8
  • Transport
    4.8
  • Guide
    4.8
  • Accommodation
    4.5
  • Food
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  • Melissa
    Melissa4.5•September 2026
    We had an amazing time! Ronald was a great guide, super friendly and full of information! We had a full agenda...
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    Traveled in September 2026
  • Mimi
    Mimi5.0•December 2024
    Is a good itinerary. Is an active schedule, but is worth it. If you are not use to altitude and/or hiking, the amount...
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    • Children walking along a road in casual attire.
    • Group of chimpanzees resting in a forest environment.
    • Baby gorilla chewing on a plant with greenery around.
    • Young gorilla gazing in a lush environment.
    • Group of women in traditional attire with drums outdoors.
    • Two gorillas sitting in the forest
    • Memorial plaque in a lush environment.
    • Close-up of a gorilla's face surrounded by green foliage
    • Group of monkeys sitting in a tree.
    • Gorilla lying on its back in the forest
    Traveled in November 2024
    Reply from: Devine African Safaris Ltd
    Hi Mimi, Many thanks for taking time out of your busy schedule to write a review. I am more than happy to learn that you had a great time while on your tour in Rwanda. I hope that you will tell your network about the beauty of Rwanda.
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  • georgina5.0•June 2024
    I can't believe how much we managed to pack into 8 days , and they went by so quickly! I couldn't have asked for...
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    • Woman on a suspension bridge in a lush forest.
    • Two people standing in front of a safari vehicle, posing.
    • Woman standing by a safari vehicle with branded tire covers.
    • Woman standing on a road with a sunset in the background.
    Traveled in June 2024
    Reply from: Devine African Safaris Ltd
    Hi Georgina, Many thanks for taking time out of your busy schedule to write a review. I am more than happy to learn that you had a great time while on your tour in Rwanda . I hope that you will tell your network about the beauty of Rwanda.
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  • Devin
    Devin5.0•September 2023
    Great tour. When people ask me how my vacation was, I tell them we had a great time. Of course, seeing the gorillas...
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    Traveled in June 2023
    Reply from: Devine African Safaris Ltd
    Hi Devin, Many thanks for taking time our of your busy schedule to write a review on TourRadar. All the best, Nicholas Devine African Safaris
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  • Melissa
    Melissa5.0•September 2022
    Nicholas my guide was fantastic, he gave me all the information I needed to set me up for the day the evening prior....
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    Traveled in July 2022
    Reply from: Devine African Safaris Ltd
    Hi Melissa, Many thanks for taking time out of your busy schedule to write a review on TourRadar. I am more than happy to learn that you had a wonderful time in Rwanda. I hope to have you travel with Devine African Safaris in the future. Best wishes, Nicholas
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  • Florence5.0•August 2022
    I really enjoyed my trip and safari in Rwanda and my experience with Devine African Safari: from the office staff to...
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    Traveled in July 2022
    Reply from: Devine African Safaris Ltd
    Hi Florence, Many thanks for taking time out of your busy schedule to write a review. Thank you for the great feed much appreciated. I hope to have you travel with us in the future. Best wishes, Nicholas Devine African Safaris
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