Short Itinerary

Day 1 (May 15, 2025) - Transfer from Kigali (Genocide memorial and local market visit) to Volcanoes National Park
Day 2 (May 16, 2025) - Gorilla trekking in Volcanoes National Park
Day 3 (May 17, 2025) - Golden Monkey Trekking in Volcanoes National Park and transfer to Lake Kivu
Day 4 (May 18, 2025) - Boat Cruise in Lake Kivu and transfer to Kigali

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Safari tour prices vary depending on the starting date, your group size, and the choice of stay.

Ensuite Accommodation Packages

Below are packages with a few popular ensuite options for your tour, starting on May 15, 2025, in a group of two adults . Ensuite hotels are tented camps/lodges that can be inside/around national parks. You will have a private room with attached bathroom. Meals are provided by hotels.

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Option E1: $3,008 per adult for safari with Extended Land Cruiser
- Stay at Tiloreza Volcanoes Ecolodge - Standard Room, Volcanoes National Park from May 15, 2025 to May 17, 2025 [Full Board]
- Stay at Lake Kivu Serena Hotel - Deluxe Room, Lake Kivu from May 17, 2025 to May 18, 2025 [Half Board]

Option E2: $3,016 per adult for safari with Extended Land Cruiser
- Stay at Tiloreza Volcanoes Ecolodge - Standard, Volcanoes National Park from May 15, 2025 to May 17, 2025 [Full Board]
- Stay at Lake Kivu Serena Hotel - Deluxe Room, Lake Kivu from May 17, 2025 to May 18, 2025 [Half Board]

Option E3: $8,482 per adult for safari with Extended Land Cruiser
- Stay at One & Only Gorilla's Nest - Susa Treehouse, Volcanoes National Park from May 15, 2025 to May 17, 2025 [Full Board]
- Stay at Lake Kivu Serena Hotel - Suite, Lake Kivu from May 17, 2025 to May 18, 2025 [Full Board]

A detailed list of inclusions is shared below. We have many more accommodations and addon tours to offer. Please share with us your requirements by clicking on the "Request Quote" button below, and our reservations team will get in touch with you.

Stay Locations

Day 1 (May 15, 2025) - Volcanoes National Park
Day 2 (May 16, 2025) - Volcanoes National Park
Day 3 (May 17, 2025) - Lake Kivu

Maps

Meals

Day 1 (May 15, 2025) - Lunch & Dinner

Day 2 (May 16, 2025) - Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 3 (May 17, 2025) - Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 4 (May 18, 2025) - Breakfast & Lunch

Transfer Times

Day 1 (May 15, 2025) - Kigali to Volcanoes National Park takes about 2.5 to 3 hours (110 km)
Day 2 (May 16, 2025) - No transfers
Day 3 (May 17, 2025) - Volcanoes National Park to Lake Kivu takes about 2 to 2.5 hours (85 km)
Day 4 (May 18, 2025) - Lake Kivu to Kigali takes about 3.5 to 4 hours (157 km)

Note: These are estimated drive times. Because of the traffic, location of the accommodations, and several other factors, actual drive times may vary. Driving distances are approximate and do not account for exact places.

Inclusions

• Permit Fees (for Non-Residents).

• 4x4 Extended Land Cruiser.

• All Taxes and VAT.

• Activities mentioned in the itinerary.

• Drinking water while on safari (2 litres per person per day).

• Meals as per itinerary.

• A professional English speaking driver/ guide.

Exclusions

• Any activities not mentioned in the itinerary.

• Personal Items (Souvenirs, Travel Insurance, Visa Fees, etc.).

• Airport Transfers (Unless mentioned otherwise).

• Tips (Tipping guidelines).

• International flights.

• Government imposed increase of Taxes, and or Park Fees.

• Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour (Unless mentioned otherwise).

Addons

Add-on tours in Volcanoes
Iby'iwacu cultural village visit: USD 35 per person

Add-on tours in Lake Kivu
Nature Walk: USD 35 per group of upto 6 pax