5 Days Budget Rwanda Safari Tour
This 5 days budget Rwanda safari tour takes you to Volcanoes National Park for exhilarating gorilla trekking, Akagera National Park for traditional game drives, and an immersive cultural experience. Rwanda, often known as the Land of a Thousand Hills, has varied scenery, abundant wildlife, and cultural experiences. Enjoy midrange or premium accommodations for maximum comfort and exclusivity throughout your safari.
Highlights for 5 Days Budget Rwanda Safari Tour
Day 1: Pickup from Kigali and Drive to Volcanoes National Park
Day 2: Gorilla Trekking and Ibyiwacu Village
Day 3: Golden Monkey Trekking and Drive to Akagera National Park
Day 4: Full Day Game Drive in Akagera National Park
Day 5: Morning Game Drive and Transfer Back to Kigali
Detailed Itinerary for 5 Days Budget Rwanda Safari Tour
Day 1: Pickup from Kigali and Drive to Volcanoes National Park
Upon arrival at Kigali International Airport, your guide will greet you and take you on a city tour. Before continuing on to Volcanoes National Park, stop at the Kigali Genocide Memorial, local markets, and cultural landmarks. This picturesque route offers amazing views. Arrive at your resort, unwind, and prepare for your forthcoming gorilla adventure.
Day 2: Gorilla Trekking and Ibyiwacu Village
After an early breakfast, proceed to the park headquarters for a briefing before your gorilla walk. Follow skilled guides into the foggy woodlands to see a gorilla family. Seeing these gentle giants in their natural environment is an incredible experience. Spend an hour monitoring their behavior before returning. Later, visit the Iby’iwacu Cultural Village to learn about Rwandan traditions.
Dinner and overnight stay at your lodge.
Day 3: Golden Monkey Trekking and Drive to Akagera National Park
Spend another early morning tracking golden monkeys. These joyful primates offer a special touch to your adventure. Afterward, take a picturesque drive to Akagera National Park, Rwanda’s only savannah park. Arrive in time for an evening game drive, when you could see lions, elephants, or giraffes.
Dinner will be served at your lodge.
Day 4: Full Day Game Drive in Akagera National Park
Begin the day with a morning game drive in search of the Big Five. Explore a variety of settings, including rolling grasslands and wetlands. Buffalo, zebras, and antelope wander freely. In the afternoon, go on a boat safari in Lake Ihema to witness hippos, crocodiles, and waterfowl.
Dinner and overnight stay at your lodge.
Day 5: Morning Game Drive and Transfer Back to Kigali
Enjoy one more morning wildlife game drive before returning to Kigali. Stop for lunch on the route and explore local markets for gifts. Your guide will take you to Kigali International Airport for your farewell flight, capping off your wonderful 5 Days Budget Rwanda Safari Tour.
