Rwanda& Burundi: Primates, Big Five And Cultural Experience

Trek golden monkeys in Volcanoes National Park, track chimpanzees in Nyungwe Forest, spot the Big Five in Akagera National Park, Experience Burundi’s Batwa people and Gishora drumming culture.
Day 1: Kigali City Tour & Transfer to Volcanoes National Park
After your breakfast at your hotel, embark on a Kigali City Tour, visit Kigali Genocide Memorial, A site dedicated to the victims of the 1994 Rwandan genocide.
Visit the Belgian Peacekeepers Memorial a tribute to Belgian soldiers who lost their lives during the Rwandan crisis.
After the city tour drive to Volcanoes National Park, a lush area in northern Rwanda famous for its volcanic landscapes and primate trekking.
Accommodation: Isange Paradise Resort

Day 2: Golden Monkey Tracking & Transfer to Nyungwe Forest National Park
Early morning trek in Volcanoes National Park to observe the endangered golden monkeys in their natural habitat. The trek offers spectacular views of the Virunga volcanic mountains and the chance to see playful, colorful monkeys.
After the trek, drive approximately 4 hours to Nyungwe Forest National Park, a vast rainforest known for its biodiversity, including chimpanzees, colobus monkeys, and hundreds of bird species.
Accommodation: Nyungwe Hill View Hotel

Day 3: Chimpanzee Tracking & Canopy Walk in Nyungwe Forest
Embark on a morning 3-4 Hour trek in Nyungwe to observe chimpanzees in their natural environment.
In the afternoon, experience Nyungwe’s famous canopy walk—a 90-meter-long suspension bridge above the forest floor, offering stunning aerial views of the rainforest and its wildlife.
Accommodation: Nyungwe Hill View Hotel

Day 4: Transfer to Akagera National Park
Travel east towards Akagera National Park, approximately a 6-hour drive.
Accommodation: Rutete Eco Lodge

Day 5: Full-Day Game Drive in Akagera National Park
Spend the full day exploring Akagera, a savannah and wetland park home to the Big Five (lion, leopard, elephant, buffalo, rhino) and abundant birdlife. Enjoy boat safaris on Lake Ihema for hippos and crocodiles, and spot giraffes, zebras, and antelopes across the savannah.
Accommodation: UMVA Muhazi Lodge

Day 6: Transfer to Gitega, Burundi via Tanzania
Drive to Gitega-Burundi, crossing two borders (Rwanda-Tanzania, Tanzania-Burundi), approximately 8 hours including border formalities. Enjoy scenic landscapes of Tanzanian countryside.
Accommodation: Jerusalem Hotel, Gitega

Day 7: Gishora Drum Sanctuary & Batwa Cultural Experience
Visit this historic site to witness traditional Burundian drumming, a UNESCO-recognized cultural heritage that plays an important role in Burundi’s history and ceremonies.
Engage with the Batwa community to learn about their traditional forest-based lifestyle, crafts, and cultural practices. This is an immersive cultural experience offering insight into one of Burundi’s indigenous groups.
After the experiences, drive to Bujumbura, the largest city and former capital of Burundi.
Accommodation: Hotel du Lac Tanganyika

Day 8: Bujumbura City Tour & Departure
Explore the city’s highlights including markets, the lively waterfront, and local cultural sites.
Transfer to Bujumbura Airport for onward travel.

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.