7 Day Signature Primate Tour in Rwanda | Chimpanzee

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7‑Day Signature Primate Tour in Rwanda | Chimpanzee

Tour Highlights
  • Start kigali
  • End kigali
  • Main Country rwanda
  • Transportation -op-up-roof-4x4-vehicle
  • Main Focus Gorilla and/or chimp trekking only (without a game drive safari)
  • Safari Type Private Tour
  • Special Food Gluten-Free, Halal, Vegetarian, Lactose-Free

Itinerary Overview

Experience the best of Rwanda’s primate rich landscapes on a 7 day Signature Primate Tour, combining unforgettable wildlife encounters, rainforest adventures, cultural immersion, and conservation focused experiences.
This premium Rwanda safari takes you from the heritage and vibrant atmosphere of Kigali to the volcanic mountain forests of Volcanoes National Park, before continuing to the lush rainforest of Nyungwe National Park. Along the way, you’ll experience mountain gorilla trekking, golden monkey tracking, chimpanzee tracking, colobus monkey encounters, a rainforest canopy walk, and authentic community experiences.
Designed for travelers seeking a deeper connection with Rwanda’s nature and culture, the journey includes comfortable accommodation, private transportation, professio

Itinerary Description

Mountain gorilla trekking in Volcanoes National Park
Golden monkey trekking
Chimpanzee tracking in Nyungwe Forest
Colobus monkey tracking
Kigali heritage and cultural experience
Community cultural immersion in Kinigi
Nyungwe rainforest canopy walk
Scenic volcanic and rainforest landscapes
Conservation and nature experiences

Day-by-Day Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival in Kigali – Airport Pickup , Hotel Transfer

Destination: Kigali City
Activities:

Arrival at Kigali International Airport

Meet and greet with your Safari Huella representative

Private transfer to your hotel

Hotel check in and relaxation

Safari briefing and preparation for the journey ahead

Experience:

Upon arrival at Kigali International Airport, you will meet our company representative and receive assistance before your private transfer to the hotel.

Check in, relax, and prepare for the exciting primate adventure ahead.

Accommodation: Hotel in Kigali
Meals:
Drinks:
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Day 2: Kigali Heritage Tour – Transfer to Volcanoes National Park

Destination: Volcanoes Mountains
Activities:

Breakfast at the hotel

Guided Kigali heritage and city tour

Explore selected cultural and historical attractions

Learn about Rwanda’s heritage and contemporary culture

Lunch in Kigali

Scenic transfer to Volcanoes National Park

Enjoy views of Rwanda’s rolling hills and volcanic landscapes

Check in at your lodge

Experience:

After breakfast, meet your professional guide and begin a guided Kigali heritage tour. Discover important cultural and historical attractions while learning more about Rwanda’s heritage and modern identity.

After the city tour, enjoy lunch before continuing north toward Volcanoes National Park. The scenic journey offers beautiful views of Rwanda’s rolling hills and volcanic landscapes.

Arrive at your lodge and relax ahead of your gorilla trekking experience.


Accommodation: Volcanoes National Park area
Meals: breakfast, lunch, dinner
Drinks: water
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Day 3: Mountain Gorilla Trekking – Optional Dian Fossey Campus Visit

Destination: Volcanoes National Park
Activities:

Early breakfast

Transfer to the gorilla trekking starting point

Professional-guided mountain gorilla trekking

Explore the montane forest and search for a habituated gorilla family

Spend time observing the gorillas in their natural habitat

Return to the lodge for relaxation

Optional: Visit the Ellen DeGeneres Campus of the Dian Fossey Gorilla Fund

Experience:

After an early breakfast, meet your professional guide and proceed for your mountain gorilla trekking experience.

Explore the beautiful montane forest of Volcanoes National Park in search of a habituated gorilla family. The trek provides an exceptional opportunity to observe these magnificent primates in their natural habitat.

After the trek, you may choose an optional visit to the Ellen DeGeneres Campus of the Dian Fossey Gorilla Fund, offering further insight into gorilla conservation and research.

Return to your accommodation for relaxation and overnight.

Accommodation: Lodge near Volcanoes National Park
Meals: breakfast, lunch, dinner
Drinks: water
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Day 4: Golden Monkey Trekking – Community Cultural Immersion

Destination: Volcanoes Mountains
Activities:

   Breakfast

   Guided golden monkey trekking

   Explore the beautiful montane forest

   Observe golden monkeys in their natural habitat

   Visit a local community around Kinigi

  Participate in a cultural immersion experience

 Learn about local traditions, crafts, food, and daily life

Experience: Primate tracking, culture & community interaction

Experience:

After breakfast, meet your professional guide and head into the forest for golden monkey trekking.

Explore the montane habitat while searching for Rwanda’s endangered golden monkeys. After the trek, continue to a local community in the Kinigi area for an authentic cultural immersion experience.

Meet local people, learn about traditions and daily life, and experience the warmth of Rwandan hospitality.

Accommodation: Lodge near Nyungwe Forest
Meals: breakfast, lunch, dinner
Drinks: water
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Day 5: Transfer to Nyungwe Forest – Rainforest Canopy Walk

Destination: Nyungwe Forest National Park
Activities:

Breakfast at the lodge

Scenic transfer to Nyungwe Forest National Park

Enjoy Rwanda’s changing landscapes during the journey

Check in at your accommodation

Experience the spectacular Nyungwe Forest Canopy Walk

Enjoy panoramic views over the rainforest from the elevated suspension bridge

Experience:

After breakfast, begin your journey toward Nyungwe Forest National Park.

Enjoy the changing scenery as you travel from Rwanda’s volcanic highlands toward the ancient rainforest environment of Nyungwe.

Upon arrival, experience the spectacular Nyungwe Canopy Walk, crossing a suspended bridge high above the forest floor. Enjoy panoramic views of the rainforest and surrounding landscape while experiencing one of Rwanda’s most memorable forest adventures.

Accommodation: Nyungwe Forest area
Meals:
Drinks:
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Day 6: Chimpanzee and Colobus Monkey Tracking

Destination: Nyungwe Forest National Park
Activities:

    Early breakfast

    Professional-guided chimpanzee tracking

    Explore Nyungwe’s ancient rainforest and search for chimpanzees

    Learn about the forest ecosystem and primate conservation

    Continue with colobus monkey tracking

    Observe the remarkable diversity of Nyungwe’s primates

    Return to the lodge and relax

Experience: Chimpanzee tracking, colobus monkeys & rainforest wildlife

Experience:

Rise early for a professional guided chimpanzee tracking experience in Nyungwe Forest.

Explore the rainforest in search of chimpanzees while learning about the forest’s remarkable biodiversity. Continue your primate adventure with colobus monkey tracking, providing an opportunity to observe another of Rwanda’s fascinating forest species.

The day offers an immersive rainforest experience combining wildlife, nature, and conservation.

Accommodation: Nyungwe Forest
Meals: breakfast, lunch, dinner
Drinks: water
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Day 7: Nyungwe Forest – Transfer to Kigali, Departure

Destination: Kigoma City
Activities:

    Breakfast at the accommodation

    Meet your Safari Huella representative

    Scenic transfer back to Kigali

    Enjoy views of Rwanda’s countryside along the way

    Transfer to Kigali International Airport

    Departure and conclusion of your primate adventure

Experience: Scenic countryside journey & departure

Experience:

After breakfast, meet your company representative and begin the journey back to Kigali.

Depending on your departure schedule, enjoy the scenic drive through Rwanda’s beautiful countryside before arriving in Kigali for your departure flight.

Your 7 day Signature Primate Tour concludes with unforgettable memories of Rwanda’s gorillas, golden monkeys, chimpanzees, rainforest landscapes, cultural heritage, and local communities.

Accommodation:
Meals: breakfast
Drinks:
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Include

  • Parking fees (for non-residents)
  • All activities mentioned
  • All accommodations mentioned
  • A professional driver/guide
  • All transportation mentioned
  • All Taxes/VAT
  • Roundtrip airport transfer
  • Meals
  • Drinks

Exclude

  • Inland Airfare costs
  • Personal expenses
  • Meals not mentioned
  • International flights
  • Additional accommodation
  • Gratuities for guides
  • Personal items
  • Govt. fees
  • Tips
  • Visa & insurance

Cancellation Policy

  • 1– 7 days prior to the start date: 100% of the total cost no refund
  • 8 – 20 days prior to the start date: 80% of the total cost
  • 21 – 30 days prior to the start date: 70% of the total cost
  • 31 – 60 days prior to the start date: 50% of the total cost
  • 61 days+ prior to the start date: 0% of the total cost full refund