4 Days Akagera, Bwindi Gorillas & Volcanoes Golden Monkey Trek

Tour Overview

This 4-day Akagera Wildlfe & Bwindi Gorillas safari combines classic savannah game viewing with unforgettable primate encounters. Begin your adventure in Akagera National Park, Rwanda’s only savannah park, known for its big game and scenic lakes.
Continue to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, home to over 400 endangered mountain gorillas and ancient Afro-montane rainforest. The journey concludes in Volcanoes National Park, where you trek through bamboo forests to observe the playful and rare golden monkeys.

Safari Highlights

  • Game drive in Akagera National Park
  • Boat cruise on Lake Ihema
  • Mountain gorilla trekking in Bwindi
  • Golden monkey tracking in Volcanoes National Park

Akagera Wildlfe & Bwindi Gorillas Detailed Itinerary

Day 1 – Kigali to Akagera National Park

After breakfast, meet your safari guide and depart from Kigali for Akagera National Park (approx. 2½ hours).
On arrival, enjoy a guided nature walk, followed by lunch at Akagera Game Lodge.
In the afternoon, take a boat cruise on Lake Ihema, where you may see hippos, crocodiles, and water birds such as the African fish eagle and papyrus gonolek.
Dinner and overnight at your lodge.

Accommodation Options

  • Budget: Rutete Eco Lodge
  • Mid-range: Akagera Transit Lodge / Akagera Rhino Lodge
  • Luxury: Akagera Game Lodge / Ruzizi Tented Camp

Day 2 – Akagera Morning Game Drive & Transfer to Bwindi

Enjoy an early morning game drive in Akagera National Park, searching for elephants, giraffes, zebras, buffaloes, antelopes, and primates such as olive baboons and vervet monkeys.
After the game drive, proceed to the border for clearance and continue to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park in southwestern Uganda.
Arrive in the evening, check in at your lodge, and relax.
Dinner and overnight at the lodge.

Accommodation Options

  • Budget: Broadbill Forest Camp /Gorilla Hills Eco Lodge
  • Mid-range: Rushaga Gorilla Lodge / Bakiga Lodge /Icumbi Lodge
  • Luxury: Four Gorillas Lodge/Ruzogo Lodge

Day 3 – Gorilla Trekking in Bwindi & Transfer to Musanze

After an early breakfast, report to the park headquarters for a briefing on gorilla trekking guidelines. Accompanied by expert ranger guides, trek through dense forest in search of a habituated gorilla family.
The trek may take 2–8 hours, depending on gorilla movements. You will spend one unforgettable hour observing the gorillas at close range.
After the trek, transfer back to Rwanda and continue to Musanze for dinner and overnight.

Accommodation Options

  • Budget: Migano Hotel & Café / Amikus Hotel
  • Mid-range: Classic Lodge / Le Bambou Lodge
  • Luxury: Five Volcanoes Lodge/Ingagi Park view Lodge

Day 4 – Golden Monkey Trekking & Transfer to Kigali

After an early breakfast, transfer to the Kinigi park headquarters by 7:00 am for a briefing before golden monkey trekking.
Begin your guided walk into the bamboo forests of Volcanoes National Park, where the terrain is relatively gentle. Spend one hour observing golden monkeys as they feed, leap through bamboo, and interact playfully.
Return to the lodge for lunch, then transfer to Kigali International Airport for your departure flight.

Safari Inclusions

  • Airport transfers on Day 1 and Day 4
  • Transportation in a 4×4 safari vehicle
  • Gorilla trekking permit (USD 800 per person)
  • Golden monkey trekking permit
  • Park entrance fees
  • Boat cruise on Lake Ihema
  • Full board accommodation
  • Professional English-speaking driver/guide
  • Meals en route

Safari Exclusions

  • International & domestic flights
  • Additional accommodation before or after the tour
  • Personal expenses (souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees)
  • Drinks and alcoholic beverages