Price:$2,900
This 6-day cross-border journey blends wildlife encounters with tranquil relaxation, taking you from Rwanda’s misty volcanoes and iconic mountain gorillas to the peaceful shores of Uganda’s Lake Bunyonyi. You’ll trek golden monkeys, spend time with gorillas, enjoy a gentle canoe ride, and unwind amid nature—perfect for adventurers who also want a soft landing.
Safari Highlights
DEPARTURE/RETURN LOCATION | Kigali International Airport | ||||||
DEPARTURE TIME | Please arrive at least 2 hours before the flight. | ||||||
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This package offers a blend of wildlife viewing and scenic drives. Nela Safaris can customize it to fit your preferences.
1
Upon your arrival at Kigali International Airport, your guide will greet you and take you on a private cultural and historical city tour. Visit the poignant Kigali Genocide Memorial, local artisan markets, and enjoy the vibrant capital. Check in at you lodge and relax for the evening.
Accommodation Options
Luxury: The Retreat by Heaven
Midrange: Heaven Boutique Hotel
Budget: Step Town Motel
Meals: Dinner
2
After breakfast, depart for Volcanoes National Park, arriving just in time for a thrilling gorilla trekking experience. Hike through lush bamboo forests until you meet a family of mountain gorillas in their natural habitat—an unforgettable moment. In the evening, unwind at your next lodge of choice.
Accommodation Options
Luxury: Bisate Lodge
Midrange: Five Volcanoes Boutique Hotel
Budget: La Locanda
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
3
Start the morning with a short and scenic golden monkey trek, observing
these agile primates playfully leaping through the bamboo canopy. Afterward, cross the Cyanika border into Uganda. Continue to Lake Bunyonyi, a stunning crater lake surrounded by terraced hills. Check in at your desire lodge for the night.
Accommodation Options
Luxury: BirdNest @ Bunyonyi Resort
Midrange: Arcadia Cottages Bunyonyi
Budget: Byoona Amagara Island Retreat
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
4
Enjoy a peaceful day exploring Lake Bunyonyi by dugout canoe, gliding
past small islands and local communities. Visit Punishment Island, take
in panoramic views, or opt for a short village walk. The afternoon is free to relax with a book or enjoy local dishes at the lodge. The lake’s serene setting makes for perfect rejuvenation.
Accommodation Options
Luxury: BirdNest @ Bunyonyi Resort
Midrange: Arcadia Cottages Bunyonyi
Budget: Byoona Amagara Island Retreat
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
5
After breakfast, embark on a scenic return drive back to Kigali, crossing back into Rwanda. Arrive in the afternoon and check in again at the lodge or hotel. Spend your final evening at leisure—perhaps visit a local craft center or enjoy a sunset dinner overlooking the city.
Accommodation Options
Luxury: The Retreat by Heaven
Midrange: Heaven Boutique Hotel
Budget: Step Town Motel
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
6
Depending on your flight time, you’ll be transferred to Kigali International Airport for your departure. Optional activities or
shopping stops can be arranged en route, time permitting.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch