Low Season Gorilla Safari in Rwanda
This gorilla safari in Rwanda only takes place this March -31st May 2022 and from 01st November to 15 December 2022, finally into 2023 from 06th January to 31st May 2023. Why not book this gorilla safari in Rwanda and take advantage of low season rates while staying at the most luxurious lodges in Rwanda. Spend a pre–safari night at The Retreat Boutique Hotel in a luxury pool villa and 2 nights at One & only Gorillas Nest Lodge an epitome of luxury. This is a 4-day gorilla safari in Rwanda.
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Introduction
| Accommodation | Destination | Basis | Room Type | Duration |
| The Retreat by Heaven | Kigali | HB | Luxury Pool Villa, 1x Twin Room | 1 Night |
| One & Only Gorilla’s Nest | Volcanoes National Park | FB+ | Single Room, 1x Twin Room | 2 Nights |
Key
HB: Half Board – Dinner, Bed, and Breakfast
B&B: Bed and Breakfast
FB+: Full Board Plus – Dinner, Bed, Breakfast, Lunch, and Activities
Day 1: The Retreat by Heaven, Kigali
Kigali
Rwanda’s capital and biggest city stretch across lush undulating hills surrounded by towering mountains, the largest of which is Mount Kigali, rising 1850 meters above sea level. Kigali is the country’s financial, commercial and cultural hub, served by an international airport and featuring a wide range of accommodation options. It also offers a collection of restaurants and points of interest, including the Kigali Genocide Centre, an atmospheric market, and numerous craft shops. With its interesting architecture, busy streets, meandering boulevards, and green hillsides, Kigali is said to be one of the most attractive cities in Africa and is definitely worth a visit.
Day Itinerary
- TBA: Arrival at Kigali International Airport.
- TBA: Take your COVID Test on arrival payable directly at US$ 60.00 PP
- TBA: Pick up from Kigali International Airport for a 25 minutes transfer to your hotel.
- TBA: Arrival at your hotel for Check-in.
- TBA: Dinner and overnight stay at the hotel.
Overnight: The Retreat by Heaven
Town & Country and The New York Times describe The Retreat in Rwanda as one of the top boutique hotels of the world. The American owners of Heaven Restaurant created The Retreat, a 20-room luxury boutique hotel located on a tree-lined street steps from Kigali City Center and 20 minutes from the airport. 8 new luxury pool villas are now open! The Retreat is Kigali’s first eco-friendly resort and features solar electricity, organic toiletries, locally-crafted furniture from a Tanzanian sustainable teak farm, outdoor showers, private terraces, a yoga and meditation deck, spa, large heated saltwater swimming pool with jacuzzi and diving rocks, and an open-air fitness center. Fusion Restaurant and its Swahili-inspired bar, located at The Retreat, offer delicious farm-to-table international cuisine, while Heaven Restaurant (reached through the Retreat’s “Stairway to Heaven”) offers an innovative modern African menu. The Retreat is the perfect choice to host guests for 1 night or several days as it offers innovative, curated cultural experiences and exciting activities in and around Kigali. From public health to hospitality, co-owners Alissa & Josh Ruxin created Heaven Restaurant in 2008 to provide jobs and vocational training in hospitality, to date, Heaven and The Retreat have trained over 2000 Rwandans in hospitality skills.
Luxury Pool Villa
We have just completed an entirely new wing of The Retreat with 8 Luxury Pool Villas – each featuring a large living area, front and back gardens, and private heated saltwater swimming pools.
Indoor and outdoor private living space: 120 m²
Room rate for Luxury Pool Villas is inclusive of the following amenities:
1 welcome complimentary 30mins massage, Fruit Basket, Snacks Jar, Welcome Amenity Plate, Complimentary Minibar on a Daily Basis, and Hotel Customize gift.
Basis
Half Board – Dinner, Bed, and Breakfast
Day 2: One & Only Gorilla’s Nest, Volcanoes National Park
Volcanoes National Park
Bordering the Democratic Republic of Congo in Rwanda, and set high on the jungle-covered slopes of the volcanic Virunga Mountains, the Volcanoes National Park is best known as a sanctuary for the region’s rare mountain gorillas. Visitors flock here to experience face-to-face encounters with these intriguing creatures. Regulated treks through the reserve allow visitors to spend an hour at a time with these incredible primates in their natural habitat. While the gorillas are without a doubt the main drawcard, visitors can also look forward to exploring a network of scenic hiking trails, with the beautiful day hike to the Crater Lake on Mount Bisoke being a particular highlight. Make sure to visit the fascinating Karisoke Research Centre and the tomb of the world-famous Dian Fossey.
Day Itinerary
- 0800: Pick up from Serena hotel.
- 0900: Visit Kigali Genocide Memorial Centre.
- 1100: Transfer to Volcanoes National Park.
- 1300: Lunch at Five Volcanoes.
- 1500: The afternoon is spent on relaxation.
- 1800: Dinner and overnight stay at One & Only Gorillas Nest Lodge.
Overnight: One & Only Gorilla’s Nest
One & Only Gorilla’s Nest is situated right in the foothills of the Volcanoes National Park, creating the opportunity for a once in a lifetime rare personal encounter with a majestic mountain gorilla. Hidden amongst the trees this hotel is unique, surrounded by flourishing wildlife. The cabins and suites are more than cozy, each with an elegant and luxurious interior is fitted with a minibar, a flat-screen TV and complimentary Wi-Fi. Guests may enjoy a complimentary breakfast each morning, there is also an on-site restaurant serving only the best cuisine. There are activities available at the establishment such as guided gorilla treks and wellness workshops.
Activities
| Kigali Genocide Memorial & Museum |
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.
Basis
Full Board Plus – Dinner, Bed, Breakfast, Lunch, and Activities
Day 3: One & Only Gorilla’s Nest, Volcanoes National Park
Day Itinerary
- 0600: Begin the day with a morning breakfast.
- 0630: Transfer to the park headquarters for gorilla trekking briefing.
- 0800: Start the gorilla trekking in Volcanoes National Park.
- 1200: Estimated time of returning from the jungle.
- 1230: Transfer back to the Lodge.
- 1300: Lunch at the Lodge.
- 1500: Cultural Village Visit.
- 1800: Dinner and overnight stay at One & Only Gorillas Nest Lodge.
Activities
| Gorilla Trekking Volcanoes National Park |
| Iby’Iwacu Cultural Village |
Gorilla Trekking Volcanoes National Park
Gorilla Trekking in the Volcanoes National Park offers visitors the unique opportunity of discovering the 10 families of gorillas that live within the national park. Visitors can enjoy a cup of coffee before the trek starts and will be separated into groups of 8 depending on their physical abilities. Each group is guided by a guide and two scouts who are well trained in emergency situations. The amount of time set aside per trek is different depending on where the gorilla family is situated. Some trips may take as little as half an hour and some take the better part of the day.
Iby’Iwacu Cultural Village
Offering an adventurous stay in a traditional rural, Rwandan village that has existed for centuries living with and next to mountain gorillas in Parc National des Volcans. Iby’Iwacu Cultural Village gives you a rare chance to meet local people, in their environment, with a taste of our culture and traditions. The community you visit will genuinely welcome you as a special guest while they proudly present to you aspects of their traditions and beliefs. This will truly be an experience of a lifetime as you homestay with the community and become part of their family
Basis
Full Board Plus – Dinner, Bed, Breakfast, Lunch, and Activities
Day 4: End of Itinerary
Day Itinerary
- 0600: Begin the day with a morning breakfast.
- 0630: Transfer to the park headquarters for gorilla trekking briefing.
- 0800: Start the Golden monkey trekking in Volcanoes National Park.
- 1200: Estimated time of returning from the jungle.
- 1230: Lunch at the Lodge
- 1430: Return to Kigali.
- 1700: Transfer for your outbound flight.
- 1800: End of service.
Activities
| Volcanoes National Park Golden Monkey Trekking |
Volcanoes National Park Golden Monkey Trekking
Volcanoes National Park in Rwanda offers Golden monkeys trekking. This unique experience allows guests in groups of up to eight to look for and discover golden monkeys within their natural habitat.
The monkeys are incredibly active and enjoy showing off for tourists and researchers that they encounter daily. The monkeys can be found closer to the base of the volcano and enjoy eating the bamboo vegetation in the area.
Basis
Breakfast and Lunch
Included in our 4 days gorilla safari in Rwanda
• 1 Night accommodation at The Retreat Boutique Hotel -Half board basis.
• All ground transportation in a Safari Land Cruiser.
• Airport transfers.
• Vip Meet & greet services.
• Kigali genocide memorial visit.
• All activities as highlighted in the itinerary.
• 1 Night at The Retreat at the Luxury Pool Villa.
• 2 Nights at One & Only Gorillas Nest includes breakfast, lunch, and dinner daily, minibar, non-alcoholic beverages, alcoholic house beverages with meals, and two activities per person per day (as defined by the Resort and subject to change without notice).
• 1 Gorilla permit per person (this includes briefing at RDB offices, guide, trek – US$ 1500.-)
• 1 Golden monkey permit per person (this includes briefing at RDB offices, guide, trek – US$ 100.-)
• Exclusive use of a private safari land cruiser 4×4 with WI-FI in receptive areas
•Services of a professional, experienced English-speaking driver-guide.
•Village/ Cultural Visit in Volcanoes.
•Bottled mineral water in the vehicle during the tour.
•All government assistance.
Excluded in our 4 days gorilla safari in Rwanda
• International and domestic airline tickets unless where indicated,
• All extra activities, visits, entrances, and extra meals/drinks not mentioned in the itinerary
• Entry visa fees,
• Premium Drinks throughout the trip,
• Tips and gratuities,
• Personal expenses such as telephone calls, mini bar, porter-age, travel insurance, etc.
