Our 5 Days Tracking Gorillas and Chimpanzees in Rwanda will lead you to the primary destinations of the Country. Nyungwe Forest National Park straddling along the border with Burundi, is said to have survived the ice age era from the time of evolution, the park hosts 13 primate species of the country and is notable for the Chimpanzee. Volcanoes National Park is most sought after when it comes to Mountain Gorillas it is one of the oldest national parks in Africa, it hosts five of the eight volcanoes of the great Virunga volcanic region around which is growing forest with different vegetative zones ranging from montane forest, bamboo forest to farmlands, there are is thickly forested undergrowth in the forest compressing of ferns and tree climbing plants.
Tour Highlight
- Mountain Gorilla Trekking
- Chimpanzee Trekking
- Canopy Walk.
- Kigali Genocide Memorial Centre.
- Dian Fossey Gorilla Museum Visit
5 Days Tracking Gorillas and Chimpanzees in Rwanda Highlights include:-
Kigali Genocide Memorial & Museum
Located just outside of Kigali City Centre in the Gasabo district, Kigali Genocide Memorial & Museum was created by a joint partnership of the Kigali City Council and the UK-based Aegis Trust. The center is extremely moving, challenging, educational, and ultimately inspiring as well as a great place to understand the cause, tragedy, and successful rebuilding post-genocide. The memorial hosts a tour that is transparent and educational but very somber and humbling when guests realize that over 250,000 deceased are buried on the site of the memorial.
The Ellen DeGeneres Campus of the Dian Fossey Gorilla Fund
The Ellen DeGeneres Campus of the Dian Fossey Gorilla Fund is an expansive, 12-acre property that rests adjacent to the Volcanoes National Park in northern Rwanda. The campus showcases the best in sustainable architecture, local resourcing, and environmentally responsible practices and will offer state-of-the-art laboratories, a scientific conservation library, and meeting space for large groups. The goal of the campus is to inspire everyone who visits, to cherish gorillas and encourage a lifetime of conservation.
Nyungwe Chimp Trekking.
This is the best place in Rwanda to see chimpanzees.
Nyungwe Forest National Park Canopy Walkway.
The Canopy Walkway is located in Nyungwe National Park, Rwanda. Hanging 60 meters above the forest floor between giant trees and towers, visitors can experience the rainforest from a new perspective. The walkway provides a stunning view of the park’s amazing wildlife and nature and is accessible as part of a specialized guided tour along the Igishigishigi trail. Visitors can also take self-guided tours, hiking along the Imbaraga or Umuyove trails.
Selected lodges to stay at during the 5 Days Tracking Gorillas and Chimpanzees in Rwanda
Kigali Marriott Hotel.
Experience the highest standard of comfort and convenience at Kigali Marriott Hotel. This premier luxury business hotel in Kigali is conveniently located along KN3 Avenue in downtown Kigali, close to the financial district, embassies, government ministries, and Kigali City Hall. Timeless elegance surrounds you on arrival to a modern and spacious lobby and grand stairs.
Experience spacious guest rooms decorated in warm pastel colors and fitted with the latest in technology. Visit Cucina Restaurant for tasty, innovative Italian fare and Lobby Bar for cocktails and city vistas. Complete your stay with a day of pampering at Saray Spa, the largest spa in the city, with its 5-star treatments and outdoor pool. Featuring the largest meeting space in the city, the hotel in Kigali is ideal for hosting productive conventions, elegant weddings, and retreats of all sizes. Whether here for business or leisure, their Kigali luxury hotel offers all the amenities you’ll need for an unforgettable retreat in Kigali, Rwanda.
One & Only Gorilla’s Nest Lodge.
Cushioned in the foothills of the breathtaking Virunga Volcano range, One&Only Gorilla’s Nest makes the magical possible as you enjoy a once-in-a-lifetime, personal encounter with the rare and majestic mountain gorilla, roaming free in its own natural habitat. Offering an exclusive front-row seat to the world’s most popular mountain gorilla sanctuary. You’ll be captivated as exotic colorful birds and one of the planet’s greatest array of primate species flourish before your eyes and welcome you into their world. Then retreat to your own world, a spectacular modern haven, where every creature’s comfort is yours to behold. In an all-inclusive resort, guests can look forward to savoring locally inspired dishes and taking part in two complimentary daily on-resort experiences.
One & Only Nyungwe House.
Nestled on the edge of the vast and ancient Nyungwe rainforest, within the lush green expanse of a working tea plantation, One&Only Nyungwe House in Rwanda offers guests the opportunity to go where few have gone before, with once-in-a-lifetime experiences in one of the world’s most exceptional natural locations. Immersed in wild beauty surrounded by awe-inspiring jungle views, every element of the resort has been carefully considered, with inspired farm-to-table dining, spa, and wellness offerings that embrace nature and local traditions, and curated, authentic experiences to discover.