4 Days Rwanda Safari to Volcanoes National Park and Genocide Memorials

Day 1:Arrival To Kigali
This will depend on your arrival details. If you fly in from Kigali our driver guide will pick you from Kigali International air port and transfer you to your Hotel.
Or
If you are in Uganda you will be transferred from Kampala to Rwanda. From Kampala you will drive southwards to reach Rwanda for an overnight at Gorilla Nest Lodge/Kinigi Guest House.

Day 2:Gorilla trekking
Early breakfast before proceeding to the park head quarters where visitors assemble at 07.00 for a briefing. After the briefing from the authorities of the park, set off for the trekking into the rain tropical forest covering the hills surrounding Virunga Volcanoes. It is important to bring good hiking boots, long trousers and gloves for protection against stinging nettles, some snacks & sweets as well as sufficient amount of water as the rain forest gets hot and humid during the day. The time spent in the forest depends on the movements of the Gorillas in their natural environments. Overnight Gorilla Nest Lodge/Kinigi Guest House.

Day 3: Dian Fossey / Genocide Memorials
After breakfast, you will report to the headquarters for your excursion to slopes of the Bespoken and pay a visit to the former Karisoke centre where the grave of Dian Fossey is located. Fantastic views, lush forested slopes and an exceptional environment. After the trek you will drive you back to Kigali with the option of visiting some of the genocide memorials. Dinner and overnight stay.

Day 4:
Prepare for your flight and be taken to the airport for your return home.  

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