Wildlife trip to see silver back gorillas and golden monkeys.

Day 01: Kigali Arrival, City tour and Transfer to Volcanic National Park

Upon morning arrival, (up to 12noon) at the Kigali international airport, you will undergo both PCR test and Rapid Antigen test (65$) at an extra cost payable direct at the airport.

First enjoy a Kigali city tour which includes, visit to the Parliament museum, local markets, the Nyamirambo city suburbs, the Gisozi genocide memorial among other sites.

The Kandt Museum and Art museum can also be visited at an extra entrance fee.

The Kigali Parliament museum depicts in details how the Campaign against Genocide Plan was executed by RPF/A following the withdrawal of UN troops leaving the targeted Tutsi under the mercy of the Genocidaires and how only the RPF/A forces who were in the war of liberation took the unilateral decision to stop Genocide, Rescue victims of Genocide and defeat the Genocidal forces. This museum also has its outer part comprised of monuments including that of the 12.7mm Machine Gun that helped in containing the advancing genocidal forces.

Interact with the locals at the Local markets like Kimironko Market with vendors who sell produce from Rwanda, Uganda, Kenya, Tanzania, Burundi and the democratic republic of Congo. It is well stocked up in fresh organic fruits, vegetables, fabrics, clothing, shoes and general household necessities. Experience Rwanda at its liveliest

Get to know Rwanda’s dark moments by visiting the Gisozi genocide memorial to commemorate the 1994 Rwandan genocide. The remains of over 250,000 people are interred there.

This memorial serves to educate about how the Genocide against the Tutsi took shape and examines genocide in the 20th century.

Enjoy Lunch at an extra cost, from the many choices of cuisines to pick ranging from local dishes to international.

Transfer 2 ½ hours’ drive to the Volcano National Park vicinity.

Dinner and overnight: Five Volcano Boutique-5*/Le Bambou Gorilla Lodge-4*/La Palme Hotel-3*(FB)

Day 2: Volcano National Park

Early breakfast and drive to the Volcano National Park offices. 7:00am; briefing and gorilla family allocation. Drive to the starting trail where you will come back to find your driver who will take you back to your hotel to have Lunch. In the afternoon visit the twin lakes of Burera and Ruhondo. These lakes (Burera and Ruhondo) are called twin lakes due to their proximity to each other, as well as the fact that one lake feds into the other. The two lakes are separated by a one Kilo-meter stretch of land which was formed following the eruption of Mount Sabyinyo.

Overnight: Five Volcano Boutique-5*/Le Bambou Gorilla Lodge-4*/La Palme Hotel-3*(FB)

Day 3: Departure

Breakfast and return to Kigali to have more of the city tour. Visit craft centers where you can shop some souvenirs to take home. Have some spot pictures at the Imbuga city park while on a guided walk tour. One of the front runners in the promotion of non-motorized transport and car-free zones in the region. Later be transferred to the airport for your departure flight.

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• Services of our English/French speaking driver guide
• Transfers
• Accommodation on FB- Full Board
• Kigali city tour
• Entrance fees to the Parliament museum
• Bottled mineral water
• Use of a 4x4WD safari vehicle

• Airline tickets,
• Guest COVID Test cost
• Optional extras whilst in Rwanda,
• Drinks throughout the trip,
• Tips and gratuities,
• Personal extras such as telephone calls, porterage and
• Travel insurance

NOTE:

• Gorilla permits sell at a first come first serve basis and they sell very fast. We are not allowed to book. The only way to guarantee availability is by purchasing. They are non-refundable and a penalty applies in case of a change. Trekking is strictly from the age of 15 years and above
• Volcano National Park Activities in USD–To be added on tour package price

Activity description

Please check online or with our authorized representative if Travel visa is required to visit our country. It is your responsibility to submit all relevant documents and obtain a legal travel visa (as per requirement) before you travel.

In case your tour is cancelled or curtailed short due to visa issues, we will be unable to provide you any refund of the tour cost.

For E-Visa, we are happy to provide you the visa requirement charges and documents required at highly competitive rates on our portal:https://www.visadone.com

You may click the above link and check the details there. Visa fees once paid is totally non-refundable which you are requested to note.

For Sticker Visa, please check with our local branch for the costing, documents required and approximate processing time.

It is Traveler’s responsibility to obtain and be in possession of the comprehensive travel and cancellation insurance, including medical insurance with provision for air evacuation, insurance in case of accidents, sudden sickness, medical expenses or death, before embarking on a tour. Our company is neither responsible nor liable for any claims, damage or loss as a result of Client’s failing to obtain necessary insurance cover.

We are however, happy to provide you travel insurance as per the plan you select which can offer you comprehensive coverage at highly competitive costs.

Age limit to provide Insurance – Up to 75 years. For Insurance, all rates given are per person in USD.

Current Exclusion:

• To & from Bahrain, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, Jordan, Iraq, Lebanon, Nepal & Bangladesh.
• From India (However to India (Inbound) is allowed).

Insurance fees once paid is totally non-refundable. For further details you can check with us on insurance@solidarityinvest.com

*Disclaimer: Please do check with our Branch / Authorised representative about the latest requirement as visa requirement / fees / travel insurance charges are dynamic and subject to change. The consulate at their discretion may ask for additional documents also for visa processing. Visa issuance is purely at the discretion of the consulate and not us.

• 50% payment at the time of confirmation
• Balance 50% within 07 days of confirmation or travel date whichever is earlier.

We accept payments via bank transfer/Debit & Credit cards also. In case of a bank transfer please add USD 30 per transfer per time you transfer.

CANCELLATION POLICY:

We need to receive a cancellation request in writing for us to proceed with cancellation. The following charges will be applicable based on the cancellation request received by us.

If you cancel –

• 60 days prior to departure there will be a no deduction on the package cost.
• 59 – 45 days prior to departure: 15% deduction on the package cost.
• 44 – 30 days prior to departure: 25% deduction on the package cost.
• 30 – 15 days prior to departure: 50% deduction on the package cost.
• 15 – 07 days prior to departure: 85% deduction on the package cost.
• 06 days or less: 100% deduction on the package cost.

TERMS AND CONDITIONS:

• All rooms, rates and services are subject to availability at the time of confirmation.
• Rates are not valid for Events / Fairs / Long weekends / Festivals / Blackout dates. (surcharges/ supplements will be applicable during these dates)
• In case the same hotels / lodges / camps / resorts are not available we reserve the right to change them in the same star category.
• Child rates apply for children aged from 2 to 11 years old. 1 child sharing a room with 2 adults (depending on hotel policy). If the hotel doesn’t have availability for family rooms, adult rates will apply.
• If certain tours / entrances are closed during certain periods, alternative options will be provided.
• Train fares / reservations are dynamic, subject to availability and non-refundable once issued.
• Standard check-in time at the hotel is generally 1500 hrs. And check-out 12 Noon.
• Rates quoted are not applicable during trade fair periods, major European Holidays and other major events.
• Train fares / reservations are dynamic, subject to availability and non-refundable once issued
• Early check-in, late check-out is solely based on the discretion of the hotel and not guaranteed unless paid for.
• We reserve the rights to reschedule the itinerary or routing.
• Unused inclusions in a tour package are non-refundable.
• Tours will be seat in coach basis (Unless mentioned otherwise) where guests have to reach on time at designated pick up point.
• Any delays from your side are considered a no show.
• No refund applicable in case of no show.
• Rates are not valid during any events & festivals and blackout dates.
• Most of the Hotels/ Lodges/ Camps / Apartments may ask for a security deposit at the time of check-in, which is refundable at the time of check-out and is subject to the hotel/lodge’s policy.
• We reserve all rights. Any damages caused whilst on tour shall be borne (paid or settled) locally by the client, we will not be liable for the same.
• In view of the current situation, please be advised that whilst the information and rates quoted are correct as of today’s date – we retain the right to adjust rates based on any changes to current operational or capacity restrictions imposed by Governments or other Authorities.

Hotels:

Tour Package Price per person sharing in a double/twin room in a 4x4WD Land cruiser safari vehicle.