7 Nights 8 Days

Get a chance to see Chimpanzees and enjoy the relaxation at the beach

Kigali, Gishwati NP, Lake Kivu

Trek for Gorillas in this trip!

Day 1: Arrival at Kigali

Upon arrival at the Kigali International airport, you will undergo a COVID test

Transfer you to check-in at your hotel in Kigali

Overnight: Radisson Blu Hotel-5*/Hotel Dec Mille Collines-4*/Hill View Hotel -3*(BB)

Day 2: Kigali City Tour

After breakfast proceed on a Kigali City tour. This includes a visit to the Parliament museum, local markets, Gisozi genocide memorial among other sites.

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.

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

Overnight: Radisson Blu Hotel-5*/Hotel Dec Mille Collines-4*/Hill View Hotel -3*(BB)

Day 3: Gishwati National Park

You will be transferred by road today to Gishwati National Park.

Gishwati Forest Reserve is a protected reserve in the north-western part of Rwanda, not far from Lake Kivu. The reserve’s forests were largely intact in 1978, and substantial forest cover still remained in 1986.

Its biodiversity includes eastern chimpanzees, mountain and golden monkeys, genet, civet, small mammals, amphibians, reptiles, more than 120 species of birds and more than 250 plants species.

The drive is pleasant and last anywhere between 4 – 5 hours. Arrive in time for dinner.

Overnight: Forest of Hope Guest House (FB)

Day 4: Adventure with a Park

Early breakfast

7:00 am: briefing done at the Guesthouse

Depart on your adventure with a park guide

The Forest sits on the ridge which divides the Congo and Nile water catchment areas, along the Albertine Rift in the west of the country. It is made up of 60 species of trees, including indigenous hardwoods, bamboo, home to a group of Chimpanzees, Golden monkeys, L’Hoest’s, Blue monkeys, birds are well represented with 232 species and two water falls

Lunch at the Guesthouse

Overnight: Forest of Hope Guest House (FB)

Day 5: Tea Plantation Tour

9:30am: It’s time to enjoy one of the available community-based activities, among which include bee keeping experience, live cultural dance, handicraft experience or a tea plantation tour.

In the late afternoon, transfer to Gisenyi.

Overnight: Lake Kivu Serena Hotel-4*(HB-Dinner)/Hill View Lake Kivu Hotel-3*/Hakuna Matata Lodge-3*(BB)

Day 6: Lake Kivu Tour

Wake-up to the morning breeze of Lake Kivu to enjoy the many water sports like boat cruise, Kayaking at an extra cost payable direct (range from 17$PP to 43$PP)

Afternoon tour that vicinity by visiting the two boarders of Rwanda-Congo, local markets to interact with the locals.

Overnight: Lake Kivu Serena Hotel-4*(HB-Dinner)/Hill View Lake Kivu Hotel-3*/Hakuna Matata Lodge-3*(BB)

Day 7: Kigali

11:00am check-out to return to Kigali to have more of the city tour as you also do some souvenir shopping.

Have guided walks at the Imbuga city Park and take some photos.

Overnight: Radisson Blu Hotel-5*/Hotel Dec Mille Collines-4*/Hill View Hotel -3*(BB)

Day 8: Departure

Transfer to the airport for your departure flight

END OF SERVICE

• Services of our driver guide
• Transfers
• Accommodation on BB, HB,FB
• Kigali city tour
• Parliament Museum entrance fee
• Gishwati permit experience
• 1 Gishwati community based activity
• Gisenyi tour at Lake Kivu
• Driver COVID Test fee
• Bottled mineral water
• Use of a 4x4WD safari vehicle

• Park permits
• 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

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.

Current Exclusion:

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

*Disclaimer: Please do check with our Branch / Authorized 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.

• 100% advance payment

We accept payments via bank transfer/Debit & Credit cards (VISA and Master Cards only) also. In case of a bank transfer please add 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.

TERM 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