Immersion in
RWANDA
Rwanda, the "Land of a Thousand Hills", is still largely off the tourist routes. This trip will take you to discover an unknown country with unsuspected beauty. The flora and fauna will surprise any explorer with their incredible wealth and variety. It is here that we find one of the last populations of gorillas, as well as one of the most beautiful lakes in Africa. Embark on this tour to discover the most remarkable places of Rwanda and the country's star, the mountain Gorilla.
Trip Highlights
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The Nyungwe Canopy Write a description for this list item and include information that will interest site visitors. For example, you may want to describe a team member's experience, what makes a product special, or a unique service that you offer.
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Nyamyumba Hot Springs Write a description for this list item and include information that will interest site visitors. For example, you may want to describe a team member's experience, what makes a product special, or a unique service that you offer.
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Gorillas trekking - Bisoke Hike Write a description for this list item and include information that will interest site visitors. For example, you may want to describe a team member's experience, what makes a product special, or a unique service that you offer.
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Traditional Rwandan Dance Write a description for this list item and include information that will interest site visitors. For example, you may want to describe a team member's experience, what makes a product special, or a unique service that you offer.
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Inclusions
Stay in the best combination of chic and authentic hotels and lodges in country.
Enjoy the best local food experiences with our all-meals included offer. Your tasty breakfasts, lunches and dinners are all on us for the duration of your stay. We do have a meal-free plan as well. Simply make the adequate selection for you.
You will tour around in your very own stylish and personalized car complete with wifi and power sockets.
Activities are numerous in Rwanda. Tour the cleanest city in Africa and enjoy the best "green" views you'll ever see, try archery lessons and traditional dancing, cross a canopy in the jungle, take a boat ride on a magnificent lake, soak in natural hot springs or go Gorillas trekking.
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Trip Type : African LuxuryList Item 1
Experience what we call authentic luxury: an elevated experience yet still very African in essence.
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Key PlacesList Item 2
Kigali, Nyungwe Forest, Volcanoes National Park, Lake Kivu
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What to packList Item 3
For the best experience on this trip with us we suggest clothes and accessories for chill temperatures, as well as hike wear. Also pack sunscreen, sunglasses, swim wear, sandals, walking shoes, evening wear for our dinners/parties and an all-white outfit.
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Visa requirementsList Item 4
A visa is required to enter Rwanda. It can be obtained at the entry port in Kigali but we recommend our partner's professional services to ensure our clients receive a seamless experience for any required travel document. Click to get yours in just few days.
Rwanda through our eyes
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“Why isn't this place more visited? Between the beautiful landscapes, the rich culture, the adventures and the authentic luxury, Rwanda gives me all ingredients to fall in love with Africa."
Welcome to Rwanda. Our team will greet you with your name at the airport and escort you to your hotel. Relax and get ready for the adventure.
Let's explore Kigali, the capital. The city has been declared "best African capital" by the UN. Visiting it will leave you enchanted. From its 1400 meters high, and with its million inhabitants, Kigali has become a model capital: welcoming, safe, but also clean and regulated.
The country is extraordinarily green: the bluish green of the eucalyptus trees, the dark green of the cypress trees bordering the tracks, the tender green of the rice fields at the bottom of the deep valleys. The Huye Museum is a must see for those interested in African history. It houses the finest ethnographic collection in Central Africa. Possible visit of the remarkable arboretum which contains many exotic and native species.
Covering an area of 1,020 km2, this park, at an altitude of between 1,600 m and 2,950 m, enjoys a pleasantly cool climate. With more than 200 different kinds of trees and more than 100 kinds of orchids, it is a unique habitat for 13 species of primates including the baboon, the Hoestian cercopithecus and the gray-cheeked mangabey. A network of well-maintained forest trails leads to various waterfalls and a large, high-altitude marsh, unique biotope. On foot under the thick tropical canopy, we will discover colobus and chimpanzees feeding on wild figs.
Vast tea plantations ripple through the hills. Lake Kivu located at an altitude of 1,460 m is magnificent by the beauty of its banks and the lush vegetation that surrounds it. A good track runs along the lake, at times climbs up to over 2,000 m and offers us grandiose views of the hundreds of islands standing out against the shimmering surface. We'll cross the many surrounding villages.
After a few relaxed morning hours enjoying the clear and pure water of the lake, discovering the beauty of the small bay and the neighboring islands, we set off towards our next stop.
It's the first light of dawn and we are in the Volcanoes National Park in search of mountain gorillas. Vegetarians, loving humid forests, families of 8 to 20 individuals include a dominant male, adult females and several adolescents. The silverback male can reach a weight of 250 kg and a height of 1.70 m. Good-natured and peaceful, anthropoids observe us while feeding in their plant world. Intense and unique moment.
The mountain Bisoke adventure is one of the most memorable activities in Rwanda. The top of this Volcano has a spectacular crater lake. It is simply a 6 – hours hike including the 2 hours descending down to the starting point. Experienced hikers can get to the top of this mountain in a matter of 3 hours or even less and return to the base in about an hour.
Departure for Kigali and transfer to the airport in the evening.
If the Tours are paid through an installment payment plan, guests have a 30 (thirty) day grace period after the initial deposit is made where a cancellation will result in a refund of all payments made after the initial deposit. 50% (fifty percent) of the deposit will be refunded to client in the event of a cancellation 60 (sixty) days prior to the 1st day of the trip.
If the Tours are paid in full at the time of initial purchase, 50% (fifty percent) of entire payment will be refunded to client in the event of a cancellation 60 (sixty) days prior to the 1st day of the trip. Cancellations 30 (thirty) days after booking and full initial payment will result in a 75% (seventy five percent) refund of entire payment.
WHAT'S INCLUDED?
• All transfers and transportation
• Authentic Chic lodging
• All breakfasts / lunches and dinners
• Visits and entry to mentioned sites/museums
• All mentioned activities and excursions
• English speaking guide.
WHAT'S NOT INCLUDED?
• Flight tickets and visa fees
• Drinks (except bottled mineral water)
• Personal insurance / repatriation / luggage
• Tips and other personal expenses
• Anything not listed in inclusion
Spots will be allocated on a rolling basis until the trip is full.
