Akagera & Volcanoes by Helicop

8 days— 8 Days Akagera & Volcanoes by Helicopter

$6000-8000 USD

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Safari summary

Embark on an unforgettable journey with the 8 Days Akagera & Volcanoes Helicopter Rwanda Tour, an immersive exploration of Rwanda’s diverse landscapes and incredible wildlife. Beginning and ending at Kigali International Airport, this exclusive itinerary offers the luxury of helicopter transfers, providing unparalleled aerial views of Rwanda’s scenic beauty. Your adventure kicks off with a thrilling flight to Akagera National Park, where you’ll embark on game drives through the savannas, cruise along the tranquil waters of Lake Ihema, and connect with local communities living alongside the park.

Next, soar towards the misty peaks of Volcanoes National Park, home to the majestic mountain gorillas. Trek through dense forests to encounter these incredible creatures in their natural habitat, an experience sure to leave an indelible mark on your soul. Conclude your 8 Days Akagera & Volcanoes Helicopter Rwanda Tour journey with a return helicopter transfer to Kigali, cherishing memories of breathtaking landscapes, unforgettable wildlife encounters, and the seamless luxury of exploring Rwanda’s natural wonders from above.

About this tour

	Tour type	Custom, tailor-made, private
	Main focus	Primate trekking
	Activity level	Moderate activity
	Best months	All months
	Countries	Rwanda
	Parks	Akagera Volcanoes

What’s included?

Accommodation
Internal flights
Meals
Park fees

What’s not included?

Alcoholic beverages
International flights
Spa treatments
Tips and gratuities
Visas

Itinerary

Day 1: ARRIVAL

After you arrive Kigali International Airport, clear with immigration and proceed to the arrivals where you will meet your driver guide who will transfer you to your hotel for overnight stay.

The Retreat by Heaven

Day 2: HELICOPTER FLIGHT FROM KIGA

After breakfast at the hotel, you will be transferred to Kigali International Airport to take your helicopter flight to Akagera National Park, where you will meet your 8 Days Akagera & Volcanoes Helicopter Rwanda Tour driver guide who will transfer you to your lodge for check in. After lunch at the lodge relax and in the evening you will go for a game drive. Dinner and overnight stay at the Lodge.

Magashi Camp (High-end Accommodation)

Day 3: FULL DAY AKAGERA NATIONAL

On this day after breakfast, you will proceed for a boat ride on Lake Ihema and have a chance to visit an Island which inhabits a variety of bird species. After lunch you will enjoy a game drive in the park. Dinner and overnight stay at the Lodge.

Magashi Camp (High-end Accommodation)

Day 4: MORNING COMMUNITY VISIT AND

After a leisurely breakfast at your lodge proceed for a morning community visit. During this 8 Days Akagera & Volcanoes Helicopter Rwanda Tour you will experience the basic lives of the community living around this park. You will learn their culture, practices and how they go about their normal activities daily. After lunch at the lodge you will have an evening game drive in the park.

Magashi Camp (High-end Accommodation)

Day 5: HELICOPTER FLIGHT FROM AKAG

After breakfast at the Lodge, you will take your helicopter flight to Musanze, where you will meet your driver guide who will drive you to your lodge. Lunch and dinner at the Lodge.

One and Only Gorillas Nest

Day 6: GORILLA TREKKING

After a very early breakfast at the lodge, you will proceed to the park headquarters for briefing and thereafter drive to the trail heads the start point for your amazing adventure. You will be trekking the Great Apes, the Mountain Gorillas in Volcanoes National Park in Rwanda. This activity could take between 2-6 hours. Rwanda has 12 habituated groups of Mountain Gorillas scattered all over the Park.

One and Only Gorillas Nest

Day 7: GOLDEN MONKEY TREKKING

After a very early breakfast at the lodge, drive to the park headquarters for briefing and thereafter drive to the trail heads for another highlight of the Volcanoes National Park, trekking the Golden Monkeys which usually takes 4 hrs. When you encounter the habituated Primates and spend an hour with them as they go about their normal day. The monkeys are playful and inquisitive by nature hence spend their day leaping from bamboo branches.

One and Only Gorillas Nest

Day 8: HELICOPTER FLIGHT FROM MUSA

Breakfast at the lodge and after checking out; you will proceed to catch your helicopter flight to Kigali International Airport in order to take your departure International flight.

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