Akagera Big Five
Search for lions, elephants, buffaloes, rhinos and leopards
across Rwanda’s premier savannah national park.
6 Days Luxury Rwanda
Safari
6 Days Luxury Rwanda Safari, Gorillas & Akagera Big Five
Discover two completely different sides of Rwanda on one
extraordinary private journey: encounter the Big Five in
Akagera National Park before trekking endangered mountain
gorillas in the forests of Volcanoes National Park.
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Big 5
Akagera Safari
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Gorilla Trek
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6 Days Luxury Rwanda Safari: Gorillas & Akagera Big Five
Our 6 Days Luxury Rwanda Safari: Gorillas & Akagera Big Five
combines Rwanda’s two most iconic wildlife experiences into one
carefully designed private journey.
Begin your adventure in Akagera National Park,
Rwanda’s spectacular savannah reserve of rolling plains,
woodlands, wetlands and lakes. Here, you will search for
lions, elephants, buffaloes, leopards, giraffes, zebras and
both black and white rhinos during private game drives.
A boat safari on Lake Ihema introduces another
side of Akagera, where hippos, crocodiles and abundant birdlife
inhabit the park’s beautiful wetland ecosystem.
Your adventure then continues north to
Volcanoes National Park, home to Rwanda’s
endangered mountain gorillas and the dramatic Virunga volcanoes.
Trek through the misty montane forest accompanied by professional
trackers until you reach a habituated gorilla family. Watching
these extraordinary primates interact in their natural habitat
is one of Africa’s most powerful wildlife experiences.
Throughout your journey, enjoy private 4×4 transportation,
personalized guiding and carefully selected
luxury Rwanda safari lodges.
Gorilla Trekking
Trek into Volcanoes National Park for an unforgettable
encounter with Rwanda’s mountain gorillas.
Lake Ihema Safari
Explore Akagera’s wetland ecosystem during a scenic boat
safari featuring hippos, crocodiles and water birds.
Luxury Private Travel
Enjoy premium accommodation, your own safari vehicle and
dedicated professional driver-guide.
6 Days Luxury Rwanda Safari Itinerary
From Rwanda’s eastern savannahs to the forests of the Virunga
Mountains, explore your complete six-day luxury safari itinerary.
Land of a Thousand Hills.
Upon arrival at Kigali International Airport, you
will be warmly welcomed by your professional
Universal Ventures Rwanda safari representative.Enjoy a private transfer to your luxury hotel in Kigali
and settle into your accommodation after your
international journey.Depending on your arrival time, spend the remainder
of the day relaxing or exploring your hotel’s facilities.
Your guide will also provide a safari briefing covering
the journey to Akagera National Park and the adventures ahead.📍 Kigali
🚙 Private airport transfer
🏨 Luxury hotel
and begin your journey east toward
Akagera National Park.The scenery gradually changes from Kigali’s rolling hills
to the open landscapes, lakes, wetlands and savannahs
characteristic of eastern Rwanda.After arriving in Akagera, continue to your luxury lodge
for check-in and lunch before enjoying an afternoon
boat safari on Lake Ihema.Cruise across the lake while watching pods of hippos,
Nile crocodiles and a remarkable variety of aquatic
birds. Elephants, buffaloes and antelopes may also be
seen approaching the shoreline.Return to your lodge for dinner and your first night
inside or near Akagera National Park.🐘 Akagera National Park
🚤 Lake Ihema boat safari
🦛 Hippos & crocodiles
Akagera Big Five safari through one
of East Africa’s most scenic protected areas.Travel through changing ecosystems including woodland,
open savannah, acacia plains, wetlands and lakes while
your professional guide searches for wildlife.Akagera is home to the complete
Big Five: lion, leopard, elephant, buffalo
and rhinoceros. Both black and white rhinos
occur within the park.Other wildlife you may encounter includes giraffes,
zebras, topis, elands, impalas, waterbucks, warthogs,
baboons, vervet monkeys and numerous antelope species.Enjoy a picnic lunch inside the park while appreciating
Akagera’s impressive wilderness before continuing your
afternoon game drive.Return to your luxury lodge in the evening for dinner
and relaxation.🦁 Big Five
🦏 Rhino tracking
🐘 Full-day game drive
📸 Wildlife photography
wilderness before beginning your journey toward
northern Rwanda.Today’s drive takes you through Rwanda’s beautiful
countryside and rolling hills as the landscape
gradually becomes more mountainous.Continue toward Volcanoes National Park,
where the impressive peaks of the Virunga volcanoes
dominate the horizon.Arrive at your luxury lodge and enjoy a relaxing
afternoon preparing for tomorrow’s mountain gorilla trek.Your guide will explain what to expect during the trek,
including recommended clothing, trekking equipment
and the morning departure arrangements.🌋 Volcanoes National Park
🚙 Private 4×4 transfer
🏨 Luxury lodge
6 Days Luxury Rwanda Safari.
After an early breakfast, your private driver-guide
transfers you to the Volcanoes National Park headquarters.Following registration and a detailed briefing from the
park authorities, you will be assigned to a habituated
mountain gorilla family.Accompanied by experienced trackers and park guides,
trek through bamboo forest, montane vegetation and
volcanic terrain in search of the gorillas.Once your gorilla family has been located, enjoy the
permitted observation period watching these remarkable
primates feed, play, rest and interact.Seeing a powerful silverback only meters away, mothers
caring for infants and young gorillas playing among the
vegetation creates one of Africa’s most unforgettable
wildlife encounters.After trekking, return to your luxury lodge for lunch
and a relaxed afternoon surrounded by the spectacular
Virunga Mountains.🦍 Gorilla trekking
🌿 Volcanoes National Park
🥾 Guided rainforest trek
📸 Gorilla photography
surrounding Volcanoes National Park before checking
out of your lodge.Depart with your private driver-guide for the scenic
journey back to Kigali through Rwanda’s beautiful
countryside.Depending on your international flight departure time,
optional gift shopping, lunch or additional Kigali
experiences can be arranged.Your guide will then transfer you to
Kigali International Airport for your
onward flight, marking the end of your luxury Rwanda
gorilla and Big Five safari.🚙 Private transfer
🎁 Optional shopping
✈ Kigali Airport
✓ Safari concludes
Big Five Meets Mountain Gorillas
Few African destinations allow travelers to combine traditional
savannah wildlife viewing with mountain gorilla trekking so
conveniently. This six-day itinerary takes you from lions,
elephants and rhinos in Akagera to the mountain gorillas of the
Virunga forests.
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National Parks
Luxury Lodges for Your Rwanda Safari
Your accommodation can be customized according to your preferred
level of luxury, lodge style, travel dates and budget.
Luxury
Wilderness Magashi Camp
Stay within or close to Akagera National Park and enjoy
comfortable accommodation surrounded by Rwanda’s spectacular
savannah wilderness.
Ultra Luxury
One&Only Gorilla’s Nest
An exceptional luxury forest retreat offering sophisticated
accommodation, attentive hospitality and excellent access
to Volcanoes National Park.
Luxury
Five Volcanoes Boutique Hotel
A stylish and comfortable property conveniently located
near Volcanoes National Park and ideal for luxury gorilla
trekking travelers.
Kigali Luxury
Premium Kigali Hotel
Begin your safari with a comfortable luxury stay in Kigali,
providing convenient airport access and time to relax before
your journey into Rwanda’s national parks.
What’s Included?
✓ Private 4×4 safari vehicle
✓ Professional driver-guide
✓ Kigali airport transfers
✓ Luxury accommodation
✓ Meals as indicated
✓ Mountain gorilla trekking permit
✓ Akagera National Park game drives
✓ Lake Ihema boat safari
✓ Akagera park entrance fees
✓ Safari drinking water
✓ Kigali–Akagera transfers
✓ Akagera–Volcanoes transfer
✓ Volcanoes–Kigali transfer
✓ Personalized safari assistance
× International flights
× Rwanda visa where applicable
× Travel insurance
× Personal expenses
× Optional activities
× Gorilla trekking porter
× Driver-guide gratuities
× Premium alcoholic beverages
Why Choose Rwanda for a Gorilla & Big Five Safari?
Gorillas & Big Five
Rwanda combines mountain gorilla trekking with traditional
African savannah wildlife, including lions, elephants,
buffaloes, leopards and rhinos.
Easy Connections
Rwanda’s compact geography makes it possible to travel between
Kigali, Akagera National Park and Volcanoes National Park
without complicated domestic flight arrangements.
Luxury Hospitality
Travelers can choose from an impressive collection of premium
safari lodges, boutique hotels and ultra-luxury properties
across Rwanda.
Ready for Gorillas & Rwanda’s Big Five?
Tell us your preferred dates, number of travelers and
accommodation style. Universal Ventures Rwanda can customize
this six-day luxury safari around your international flights,
preferred lodges and additional experiences.
Frequently Asked Questions
trekking permit for Volcanoes National Park per traveler,
subject to availability at the time of booking.
elephants, buffaloes and both black and white rhinos.
Wildlife sightings always depend on nature and cannot
be guaranteed.
where travelers can look for hippos, crocodiles and
numerous water birds.
with your own professional safari driver-guide throughout
the journey.
in Kigali, Akagera National Park and Volcanoes National Park.
near Volcanoes National Park and a second mountain gorilla
trekking experience, subject to permit availability.
Kigali activities and other Rwanda attractions can easily
be added to create a longer customized safari.
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