2-Day Wild Rwanda: Golden Monkey Trekking & Akagera Safari

Embark on a 2-day wildlife adventure from Kigali. Trek through the forest to see golden monkeys, cruise across Lake Ihema on a boat safari, and enjoy a game drive in Akagera National Park.
Day 1: Kigali to Volcanoes National Park – Golden Monkey Trekking – Kigali

Begin with an early morning pickup from your hotel in Kigali. Enjoy a scenic drive through Rwanda’s beautiful countryside toward Volcanoes National Park, home to the endangered golden monkeys and the spectacular Virunga volcanoes.

Upon arrival at the Kinigi park headquarters, meet your park guides for a briefing before heading into the forest in search of the playful golden monkeys. Observe these fascinating primates as they jump between bamboo branches, feed, and interact in their natural habitat. The trekking experience also offers wonderful opportunities for wildlife photography and appreciating the rich biodiversity of the park.

After your golden monkey trekking experience, meet your driver-guide and begin the scenic journey back to Kigali. Enjoy the beautiful landscapes and rural communities along the way before being dropped off at your hotel or another agreed location in Kigali.

Day 2: Kigali to Akagera National Park – Lake Ihema Boat Safari – Game Drive – Kigali

Start your second day with an early morning pickup from your hotel in Kigali and travel east toward Akagera National Park, Rwanda’s famous savannah wildlife destination.

Upon arrival at the park, head to Lake Ihema for a memorable boat safari. Cruise across the lake while observing hippos, crocodiles, and a variety of waterbirds along the shoreline. Enjoy the peaceful scenery and take advantage of excellent wildlife photography opportunities as you explore one of Akagera’s most beautiful natural attractions.

After the boat tour, continue with a game drive through the park’s diverse landscapes, including open savannah plains, woodlands, and wetlands. Keep your camera ready as you search for elephants, giraffes, zebras, buffaloes, antelopes, and, with some luck, lions and rhinos. Your driver-guide will help you spot wildlife and appreciate the park’s remarkable ecosystem.

Following your wildlife adventure, begin the return journey to Kigali, enjoying the changing scenery along the way. You will be dropped off at your hotel or another agreed location, marking the end of your two-day Rwanda wildlife adventure filled with primate encounters, wildlife viewing, and memorable photography experiences.

To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.

This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.