🕓From Kigali: 4-Day Gorilla Trekking, Culture Tour, Lake Kivu

Day 1 Kigali City Tour – Transfer to Volcanoes National ParkAfter breakfast in Kigali, begin your journey with a guided city tour of Rwanda’s vibrant capital. Visit the Kigali Genocide Memorial for a meaningful insight into Rwanda’s history and resilience.After the city tour, enjoy lunch before setting off on a scenic drive through Rwanda’s rolling hills toward Volcanoes National Park.Arrive in the afternoon and relax at your lodge as you prepare for the next day’s adventure.Accommodation options Isange Paradise Resort/Amikus Hotel Budget rangeTiloreza Volcanoes Ecolodge Standard rangeFive Volcanoes Boutique Hotel Luxury rangeDay 2 Gorilla Trekking – Transfer to Lake KivuWake early for one of Africa’s most iconic wildlife experiences—gorilla trekking. After a briefing at the park headquarters, hike through the lush forest in search of a mountain gorilla family.Once located, spend one unforgettable hour observing these gentle giants in their natural habitat.After the trek, enjoy lunch before transferring west to the beautiful shores of Lake Kivu. Relax at your lakeside lodge, take in the sunset, or enjoy a refreshing swim.Accommodation options Inzu Lodge Budget rangeParadise Malahide Standard rangeLake Kivu Serena Hotel Luxury rangeDay 3 Coffee Experience in Cyimbiri – Transfer to KibuyeAfter breakfast, take a scenic boat ride across Lake Kivu to reach Cyimbiri Coffee Plantation.Enjoy a hands-on coffee experience where you will Learn traditional coffee processing techniquesRoast and prepare coffee using local methodsTaste freshly brewed Rwandan coffeeAfter lunch with beautiful lake views, continue your journey to Kibuye (Karongi), one of the most peaceful and scenic towns on Lake Kivu.Spend your evening relaxing at your lodge or exploring the tranquil surroundings.Accommodation options Inzu Lodge Budget rangeParadise Malahide Standard rangeLake Kivu Serena Hotel Luxury rangeDay 4 Ndaba Adventure – Islands, Nature and Return to KigaliStart your day with an adventure around Kibuye. Enjoy a boat ride to nearby islands, swim in the lake, and explore hidden natural gems.Visit Ndaba Rock, then embark on a guided hike through scenic trails where you may spot monkeys, birds, and other wildlife.After lunch, begin your return journey to Kigali, arriving in the late afternoon with unforgettable memories of Rwanda’s landscapes, culture, and wildlife.