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The Primates of Rwanda

The Primates of Rwanda

$21995 / per person
8 nights 9 days
18+ Age
2024
Africa
Cultural
Wildlife

Join Glenn Mckimmin on this tour into a magical misty wonderland and see the biggest primate of them all. You will stay at some of the most beautiful hotels Rwanda has to offer, you will experience incredible cuisine, every single luxury will be taken care of so that you are energised and ready to capture one of the most unique and spiritual close up encounters with the primates of Rwanda.

There is an element of beauty and serenity in Rwanda. The kindness and warmth of the people, the gorgeous landscape, ravishing wildlife and a feeling of somehow, being in a place that seems so far away from the rest of the world.

Rwanda’s calling card is the Mountain Gorilla – an exquisite ‘gentle giant’ – and to spend one hour with a Mountain Gorilla family that freely inhabits the rainforest terrain is nothing short of magnificent. On this tour you will get 2 hours with the Gorilla’s on 2 seperate treks.

But Rwanda is home to other primates including the more lively and extraverted (great ape) Chimpanzees, who share about 98% of our DNA; and the beautiful and cheeky Golden Monkeys.

Rwanda is committed to conservation, ethical tourism, and empowering local communities through tourism revenues. Their dedication to preserving the country, people, and wildlife makes Rwanda a truly outstanding tourism destination.

The price listed is based on twin share. We offer this tour as a single supplement also at $24995 AUD

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  • Departure/Return Location
    Kigali Marriott Hotel
  • Departure Time
    May 2024
  • Return Time
    May 2024
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Tour Plan

1
Arrival in Kigali
Arrive Kigali Airport. VIP Meet & Greet and transfer to hotel.
2
Kigali
Morning walking photography tour led by Rwandan photographer, Jacques Nkinzingabo. Visit Kimironko Market, Hôtel des Milles Collines (Hotel Rwanda), and Kigali Genocide Memorial that honours the estimated 250,000 people buried in the mass grave. Private Drinks & Canapés Reception at Kigali Centre for Photography with Jacques and local photographers.
3
Kigali | Nyungwe Forest National Park
Depart on RwandAir 25-min flight to Kamembe. Visit Rwanda/D.R. Congo Border. Afternoon guided Canopy Walk, or Bird or Colobus Monkey hike in Nyungwe Forest National Park. Scientists believe Nyungwe remained forested during the last Ice Age, which can be the reason for its notable biodiversity of plants, animals, wildlife, and 13 species of primates. The park has one of the world’s richest and most diverse ecosystems. Home to grasslands, swamps, 200 tree species, 248 species of orchids, 1,000 plant species, and 300 bird species, Nyungwe is an enchanting rainforest full of wildlife chatter and forest tales.
Accomodation is at One&Only Nyungwe House  
4
Nyungwe Forest National Park
Chimpanzee Trek. Watching the chimpanzees hang out in trees, and swing and jump from branch to branch, is one of the purest forms of an animal encounter. Free afternoon. Nyungwe House complimentary property activities include chef’s garden, spear throwing, community visit, bicycle, and local tea tour. Spotting a chimpanzee cannot be guaranteed. Guests should be in good physical shape and duration of trek can be 3–5 hrs. Accomodation is at One&Only Nyungwe House
5
Nyungwe Forest National Park | Kibuye
Leisurely breakfast. Transfer to Kibuye (3-hr). Private boat tour on Lake Kivu. Lake Kivu is one of the African Great Lakes. It lies on the border between the Democratic Republic of the Congo and Rwanda, and is in the Albertine Rift, the western branch of the East African Rift.
Accomodation is at Cleo Lake Kivu Hotel.
6
Kibuye | Volcanoes National Park
Transfer to Musanze (3-hr) for a private 90-min talk and picnic lunch with a nine-year veteran Volcanoes National Park Guide, who will provide an in-depth educational talk on, answer questions, and tell entertaining stories of the Mountain Gorillas, Golden Monkeys, and Dian Fossey’s work and tragic ending. Visit The Ellen DeGeneres Campus of the Dian Fossey Gorilla Fund.
Accomodation is at Amakoro Songa Lodge, Luxury Cottage
7
Volcanoes National Park
Gorilla Trek. This exquisite adventure begins early and the tracking of a Mountain Gorilla family experience can take 4–6 hours, which at times may involve steep climbing. Once in the presence of a Mountain Gorilla family, the visit is strictly limited to one hour. We recommend putting the camera down at times to just be in the moment, and to feel the power and immense amazement of these beautiful animals. Visit a children’s school (subject to being open) and/or a cultural village. Note: Chances of seeing Mountain Gorillas are 99%. Guests should be in good physical shape.
Accomodation is at Amakoro Songa Lodge, Luxury Cottage
8
Volcanoes National Park
Toady we conduct our second Gorilla Trek. After this we believe you will need a break and as such you will have a free afternoon.
Accomodation is at Amakoro Songa Lodge, Luxury Cottage
9
Volcanoes National Park
Golden Monkey Trek. Listed as ‘endangered’, Golden Monkeys are beautiful primates with long golden facial hair and bright orange backs. They are entertaining to watch as they leap and tumble through the high altitude forest and peer at you watching them through bamboo shoots. This trek is not strenuous and once in their presence, the visit is limited to 1-hour. Return to lodge to freshen up and have lunch. Transfer to Kigali Airport for our homeward flights.

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