Short but Sweet Rwanda Retreat

Short but Sweet Rwanda Retreat

4 days / 3 Nights Private Tour Everyday African Safari
Destination African Safari Rwanda Safari Packages
Type Private Tour
Duration 4 days / 3 Nights 3 Nights
Runs Everyday

This Rwanda safari tour covers Kigali, Musanze and Volcanoes National Park in 4 days. A short yet sweet Rwanda trip.

This 4-day Rwanda safari tour brings together the country's capital and its most iconic wilderness: Kigali and Volcanoes National Park. Meet the endangered mountain gorilla on a guided trek through the forest, discover Rwandan traditions and history at Iby'iwacu Cultural Village, and experience the rhythm of daily life in Kigali before heading north to Musanze.Designed for travelers who want the perfect balance of culture and wildlife in a short window of time, this Rwanda trip flows smoothly from arrival in Kigali to cultural immersion in Musanze and finishes with the trek of a lifetime among Volcanoes National Park's mountain gorillas.

Day by day

The plan as the operator publishes it. Exact timings are confirmed with your booking.

  1. Day 1 Arrival Kigali - Welcome to Rwanda
    Your Rwanda safari tour begins with arrival at Kigali International Airport, where our representative will greet you just outside customs and immigration and introduce you to your driver-guide. From there, it's a short 15-minute transfer to your hotel in Kigali.
  2. Day 2 Transfer to Musanze visit Ibyi Iwacu / Ex-Poacher’s Village
    After breakfast at 08:00 am, continue your Rwanda trip with a Kigali city excursion, followed by a scenic drive to Musanze with photo stops along the way (approximately 2 hours 30 minutes). Upon arrival, check in at your lodge and enjoy lunch, then head to Iby'iwacu Cultural Village.
  3. Day 3 Gorilla Trekking
    Today begins with an early 06:00 am transfer to the Volcanoes National Park headquarters for a Gorilla Trekking briefing at 7:00 am, followed by the trek starting at 8:00 am.
  4. Day 4 Kigali - Fly Back Home
    Today, enjoy leisure activities at your lodge before departing for Kigali. Your Rwanda Safari tour takes you through scenic plantations and rolling green hills, ending in Kigali for your departure.

What this holiday includes

Everything the price covers, and what to budget for separately.

Included

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  • Exclusive use of a & 4X4 WD tourist vehicle
  • Bottled mineral water in the vehicle
  • Accommodation at the hotels/lodges mentioned
  • Activities mentioned in the itinerary
  • All Meals as mentioned in the itinerary
  • Services of professional, experienced English/French speaking driver-guide
  • Gorilla tracking

Not included

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  • Entry visa fees
  • Accommodation during the hunting experience
  • Optional extras whilst in Rwanda
  • Alcoholic/Non-alcoholic beverages during meals,
  • Tips and gratuities
  • Personal expenses
  • International Travel Insurance

Permit once purchased, is not refundable nor can it be transferred.

Prices

Per person, by hotel standard and travel season. The operator publishes these rates; we confirm the exact cost for your dates before anything is booked.

Hotels used Best View Lodge 5 Flame Tree Village 5 Gorillas Lake Kivu Hotel 5
Prices per person in USD
Occupancy Peak Season: 1 Jul - 31 Oct 2026 & 23 Dec 2026 - 2 Jan 2027
Solo Traveler USD 3,999

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Short but Sweet Rwanda Retreat
Short but Sweet Rwanda Retreat
Short but Sweet Rwanda Retreat
Short but Sweet Rwanda Retreat
Short but Sweet Rwanda Retreat
Short but Sweet Rwanda Retreat