8 Days Ultra-Luxury Rwanda Safari & Gorilla Adventure – Akagera, Magashi & Volcanoes
This exclusive 8-day ultra-luxury Rwanda safari is designed for discerning travelers seeking privacy, comfort, and rare wildlife encounters. Combining the open savannahs of Akagera, the remote elegance of Magashi, and the misty volcanoes of northern Rwanda, the journey features hand-selected luxury lodges, personalized guiding, fine dining, and optional helicopter transfers where distances feel long. From Big Five safaris to golden monkeys and mountain gorillas, every day is crafted for depth, authenticity, and seamless luxury.
This exclusive 8-day ultra-luxury Rwanda safari is designed for discerning travelers seeking privacy, comfort, and rare wildlife encounters. Combining the open savannahs of Akagera, the remote elegance of Magashi, and the misty volcanoes of northern Rwanda, the journey features hand-selected luxury lodges, personalized guiding, fine dining, and optional helicopter transfers where distances feel long. From Big Five safaris to golden monkeys and mountain gorillas, every day is crafted for depth, authenticity, and seamless luxury.
Arrival in Kigali
Upon arrival at Kigali International Airport, you are warmly welcomed by your private a meet and greet-guide who assists with immigration and luggage. Transfer by our guide to your luxury city hotel or boutique lodge, where refined comfort and attentive service set the tone for your journey. Enjoy a gourmet dinner and overnight in Kigali.
Day 2 – Full-Day Kigali City Exploration
Discover Kigali through a privately guided full-day city tour. Visit the Kigali Genocide Memorial for a moving introduction to Rwanda’s history and resilience, followed by curated visits to local markets, artisan centers, and vibrant neighborhoods. This immersive day offers insight into Kigali’s transformation, creativity, and community spirit. Dinner and overnight at your luxury hotel.
Day 3 – Transfer to Magashi & Afternoon Safari
Depart early for the eastern plains of Rwanda, heading to the exclusive Magashi sector of Akagera National Park. Arrive at your ultra-luxury safari lodge and enjoy an afternoon game drive through pristine savannahs dotted with lakes. Spot elephants, giraffes, lions, and buffaloes before returning for an elegant dinner and overnight at Magashi.
Day 4 – Full-Day Luxury Safari in Magashi
Spend a full day immersed in Magashi’s remote wilderness with privately guided game drives. Explore diverse habitats, enjoy a scenic bush lunch, and experience the rare silence and exclusivity of this protected landscape. Every moment is unhurried, allowing deep connection with nature. Dinner and overnight at your luxury lodge.
Day 5 – Morning Safari & Transfer to Volcanoes National Park
After a final sunrise safari in Magashi, depart for Musanze in northern Rwanda. A scenic road transfer. Arrive in the Volcanoes region and check into your luxury lodge nestled among rolling hills and volcanic peaks. Spend the afternoon at leisure, enjoying spa treatments, views, or quiet relaxation. Dinner and overnight in Volcanoes.
Day 5 – Morning Safari & Transfer to Volcanoes National Park
After a final sunrise safari in Magashi, depart for Musanze in northern Rwanda. A scenic road transfer. Arrive in the Volcanoes region and check into your luxury lodge nestled among rolling hills and volcanic peaks. Spend the afternoon at leisure, enjoying spa treatments, views, or quiet relaxation. Dinner and overnight in Volcanoes.
Day 6 – Golden Monkey Trekking, Scenic Exploration & Cultural Experience
Begin the day with golden monkey trekking in the bamboo forests of Volcanoes National Park, where these playful primates move gracefully through the canopy. After the trek, return to the lodge for lunch. In the afternoon, enjoy scenic exploration and cultural immersion, including visits to the Twin Lakes of Burera and Ruhondo for breathtaking views and a Beauty behind the the volcanoes experience, offering meaningful insight into local life and conservation. Dinner and overnight at your lodge.
Day 7 – Gorilla Trekking Experience
This day is dedicated to Rwanda’s most iconic wildlife encounter. After an early briefing at Volcanoes National Park headquarters, trek into the rainforest with expert guides to meet a habituated mountain gorilla family. Spend a precious hour observing their behavior in complete silence and awe. Return to your lodge for lunch and enjoy the remainder of the day at leisure, reflecting on this once in a lifetime experience. Dinner and overnight in Volcanoes.
Day 8 – Departure from Kigali (Optional Helicopter Transfer)
Depending on your flight schedule, enjoy a relaxed morning before transferring to Kigali International Airport by road or optional helicopter. Depart Rwanda with unforgettable memories of wildlife, culture, and refined travel, concluding your ultra-luxury safari experience.
- Gorilla trekking permit (Volcanoes National Park)
- Golden Monkey trekking permit
- Visit to Dian Fossey – Ellen DeGeneres Campus
- Pick-up & drop-off in Kigali (hotel or airport)
- Private 4×4 safari vehicle
- Professional English/French-speaking driver-guide
- 2 nights accommodation near Volcanoes National Park
- Meals as per itinerary
- Bottled drinking water during transfers