Gorillas and chimpanzees offer an irresistible invitation to explore their 700 members strong troops of colobus monkeys and rare mangabeys as Rwanda delights in bringing the unique. Handcrafted for senior travelers, this one-week safari itinerary will celebrate the country’s authenticity with a keen sense of exploration with an ease that opens up to exclusive wildlife encounters. Featuring excellent hotels and tailored activities, this will be an authentic safari adventure.
Customizable Itinerary
Day 1
Kigali – Relaxing and Recuperating in the Capital
Rwanda has redefined itself in the last two decades as the country has distanced itself from both the damage of genocide and the preconceived image of East Africa. The first thing you will notice is the cleanliness, as there is not a scrap of garbage anywhere in Kigali. As you drive through the broad city boulevards, you will also notice the elegance of the architecture and something faintly Parisian about the townhouses that dot the city. You will be greeted at the airport and transferred to the Kigali Serena, the city’s premier five-star hotel. A one-hour spa treatment is included upon your arrival for a chance to fully relax after your flight to Rwanda. Move into the evening, and the hotel’s restaurant is one of the finest places to dine in the city, but your driver is available should you wish to venture to another restaurant in the city.
What's Included:
Day 2
Kigali – Historical and Cultural Tour
Day 3
Volcanoes National Park – Legacy of Dian Fossey
Day 4
Volcanoes National Park – Gorilla Trekking
Day 5
Nyungwe Forest National Park – Charms and Local Culture
Day 6
Nyungwe Forest National Park – Chimpanzee Trekking for Senior Travelers
Day 7
Nyungwe Forest National Park – Exploring the Monkeys and Mangabeys
Day 8
Nyungwe Forest National Park – Hidden History and Departure
Trip Highlights
- Come face to face with a wild mountain gorilla troop and spend an hour with the world’s largest primates
- Journey into the mystical world of Nyungwe Forest and rare monkeys and mangabeys will provide a day of enchantment
- Spend a day chimpanzee trekking for a unique opportunity to meet one of the Congo Basin’s wild troops
- Explore Rwanda’s complicated history with a private guide as you visit the poignant memorial sites and discover the country’s color and enthusiasm
- Go behind the scenes of gorilla research with a guided visit to the Gorilla Research Centre, along with the chance to meet some of the local communities who coexist with the gorillas
- Enjoy Rwanda’s finest accommodation, with handpicked five-star hotels and lodges throughout your itinerary
- Discover the rural charms of Rwanda on your drive from Volcanoes National Park to Nyungwe Forest as you wind along the shores of Lake Kivu and visit traditional villages
- Marvel at some of Africa’s rarest sights, including 700-strong troops of colobus monkeys and rumbustious forest elephants
- Trek for gorillas and chimpanzees with your guide on a journey that is tailored towards senior travelers to minimize the length of the trek and provide additional assistance when desired
Starting Price
$8,400 per person (excluding international flights)
What's Included
- Accommodations
- In-country transportation
- Some or all activities and tours
- Expert trip planning
- 24x7 support during your trip
Your final trip cost will vary based on your selected accommodations, activities, meals, and other trip elements that you opt to include.
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