About This Package
Tour Overview
Discover the best of Rwanda on this 7-day private holiday package combining wildlife adventures, cultural experiences, scenic landscapes, and relaxing lake escapes.
Explore Kigali's history and vibrant culture, enjoy thrilling activities on Mount Kigali, experience a Big Five safari in Akagera National Park, cruise across the beautiful waters of Lake Kivu, and relax at
Natural hot springs, and discover Rwanda's peaceful green spaces.
This itinerary is designed for travelers who want to experience
Rwanda beyond gorilla trekking, offering the perfect combination of adventure, nature, culture, and relaxation.
Tour Facts
Tour Type: Private Rwanda Holiday Package
Duration: 7 Days / 6 Nights
Country: Rwanda
Destinations: Kigali – Akagera National Park – Kibuye – Rubavu (Gisenyi)
Activities: City Tour, Game Drives, Boat Cruises, Adventure Activities, Hot Springs, Nature Walks
Travel Style: Wildlife, Culture, Adventure & Relaxation
Safari Highlights
✓ Explore Kigali's history, culture, and heritage
✓ Visit Kigali Genocide Memorial
✓ Adventure activities at Fazenda Recreation Center
✓ Big Five safari experience in Akagera National Park
✓ Game drives searching for lions, elephants, rhinos, buffaloes, and leopards
✓ Boat cruise on Lake Ihema with hippo and crocodile sightings
✓ Scenic Lake Kivu boat excursion
✓ Visit Napoleon Island and other beautiful islands
✓ Relax at Nyamyumba Natural Hot Springs
✓ Discover Nyandungu Eco-Park
✓ Private 4x4 safari vehicle and professional guide
Detailed Itinerary
Day 1: Arrival in Kigali – City Tour & Fazenda Adventure Experience
After breakfast, begin your Kigali city exploration and discover
Rwanda's fascinating history from the pre-colonial period, colonial era, post-independence period, and the country's journey of recovery after the 1994 Genocide against the Tutsi.
Visit the Kigali Genocide Memorial, the final resting place for more than 250,000 victims. The memorial provides an important
educational experience about Rwanda's history, remembrance, and reconciliation.
After lunch, continue to Fazenda Sengha located on Mount Kigali. This outdoor recreation center offers exciting activities including horseback riding, zip-lining, and quad biking experiences.
Return to your hotel for relaxation and overnight stay.
Main Destination: Kigali
Activities: City Tour, Cultural Visit, Adventure Activities
Accommodation: Kigali Marriott Hotel
Meals: Lunch & Dinner
Day 2: Kigali – Akagera National Park Safari & Lake Ihema Boat Cruise
After breakfast, depart Kigali for Akagera National Park, located approximately 2.5 hours away.
Akagera is Rwanda's largest national park and one of East Africa's most scenic savannah destinations. The park is home to diverse
Wildlife including elephants, lions, leopards, buffaloes, rhinos, hippos, giraffes, zebras, antelopes, and hundreds of bird species.
Upon arrival, begin your afternoon game drive searching for wildlife while enjoying Akagera's beautiful landscapes of savannah plains, lakes, and wetlands.
Later, enjoy a boat cruise on Lake Ihema where you may see hippos, Nile crocodiles, and numerous water birds.
Return to your lodge for dinner and overnight.
Main Destination: Akagera National Park Activities: Game Drive, Boat Safari Accommodation: Ruzizi Tented Lodge
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 3: Full-Day Akagera Safari – Return to Kigali
Enjoy an early morning game drive through Akagera National Park.
Search for the Big Five and other wildlife species while exploring the park's diverse habitats. The park is known for its excellent birding opportunities, including rare species such as the shoebill and
Papyrus gonolek.
After the safari experience, exit the park and transfer back to Kigali.
Main Destination: Kigali
Activities: Full-Day Game Drive Accommodation: Kigali Marriott Hotel Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 4: Kigali – Kibuye (Lake Kivu) Boat Cruise & Island Exploration
After breakfast, drive to Kibuye, one of Rwanda's most beautiful lakeside destinations.
Lake Kivu is famous for its peaceful atmosphere, scenic islands, clean waters, and spectacular mountain views. Enjoy the beautiful countryside drive through Rwanda's famous rolling hills.
In the afternoon, enjoy a boat excursion on Lake Kivu visiting Napoleon Island, famous for its fruit bat colony, and other islands including Amahoro Island, Peace Island, and Monkey Island.
Relax and enjoy the peaceful lakeside environment.
Main Destination: Kibuye (Karongi)
Activities: Scenic Drive, Boat Cruise, Island Visit
Accommodation: Cleo Lake Kivu Hotel
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 5: Kibuye – Rubavu (Gisenyi) – Boat Cruise, Hot Springs & Return to Kigali
After breakfast, continue to Rubavu (formerly Gisenyi), a beautiful lakeside town on Lake Kivu known for sandy beaches, warm waters, and a relaxed tropical atmosphere.
Enjoy a boat tour on Lake Kivu, offering beautiful views of the surrounding hills and opportunities to visit nearby islands.
After lunch, visit Nyamyumba Hot Springs (Amashyuza), a natural attraction known for its warm mineral-rich waters and peaceful surroundings.
Enjoy time relaxing before returning to Kigali.
Main Destination: Rubavu & Kigali
Activities: Boat Cruise, Hot Springs Visit
Accommodation: Kigali Marriott Hotel
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 7: Departure – Kigali International Airport
After breakfast, transfer to Kigali International Airport according to your flight departure time.
Meals: Breakfast End of Services What's Included
✓ Private transportation in a 4x4 safari vehicle
✓ Professional English-speaking driver-guide
✓ 6 nights accommodation in standard rooms
✓ Meals as indicated in the itinerary
✓ Soft drinks during meals
✓ Drinking water during transportation
✓ Akagera National Park entrance fees
✓ Game drives
✓ Lake Ihema boat cruise
✓ Lake Kivu boat excursions
✓ Island visits
✓ Fazenda adventure experience
✓ Nyamyumba Hot Springs visit
✓ Nyandungu Eco-Park visit
✓ Government taxes and administrative costs
What's Excluded
✗ International flights
✗ Rwanda visa fees
✗ Travel and health insurance
✗ Alcoholic beverages
✗ Premium coffee and personal drinks
✗ Laundry services
✗ Tips and gratuities
✗ Personal shopping expenses
✗ Personal photography costs
Accommodation Options
This holiday package can be arranged in different categories:
Luxury Package
• Kigali Marriott Hotel
• Premium lodges and lake-view hotels
Mid-range Package
• Comfortable hotels and safari lodges
Budget Package
• Clean and well-located accommodation options
Transportation
Travel is provided in a private 4x4 safari vehicle with comfortable seating and excellent viewing opportunities during game drives.
Best Time to Visit Rwanda
This holiday package operates throughout the year.
The dry seasons (June–September and December–February) are popular for easier travel conditions and wildlife viewing, while the rainy seasons provide lush green scenery and excellent photography opportunities.
Why Choose This Rwanda Holiday Package?
• Complete Rwanda experience combining safari, culture, and relaxation
• Includes Akagera Big Five wildlife experience
• Discover Rwanda's beautiful Lake Kivu region
• Ideal for couples, families, and first-time visitors
• Flexible private itinerary
• Led by experienced local guides
Customization Options
This itinerary can be customized by adding:
• Gorilla trekking in Volcanoes National Park
• Golden Monkey trekking
• Nyungwe Forest chimpanzee trekking
• Tea plantation experiences
• Extra nights at Lake Kivu
• Luxury accommodation upgrades
Pricing Information Important Note
The final cost depends on:
• Accommodation category (budget, mid-range, luxury)
• Number of travelers
• Travel season
• Nationality and applicable park fees
• Additional activities requested
A personalized quotation will be prepared after confirming travel dates, number of participants, and preferred accommodation level.
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