Why Choose a 6 Days Rwanda Wildlife Safari Tour with?

Why Choose a 6 Days Rwanda Wildlife Safari Tour?

Why Choose a 6 Days Rwanda Wildlife Safari Tour? Wild Planet invites you to experience Rwanda’s most spectacular national parks on this expertly crafted 6 Days Rwanda Wildlife Safari Tour. This immersive journey combines gorilla trekking, Big Five wildlife viewing, chimpanzee tracking, canopy walks, and cultural exploration—all in one seamless itinerary.

During this adventure, Wild Planet takes you to three of Rwanda’s most iconic safari destinations:

• Volcanoes National Park – Home of mountain gorillas
• Akagera National Park – Rwanda’s premier Big Five savannah park
• Nyungwe Forest National Park – A primate paradise and canopy walk destination

This safari blends Rwanda wildlife safaris, gorilla trekking tours, and primate tracking into one unforgettable experience. Wild Planet manages every detail—from permits and accommodations to expert guides and private transfers—ensuring a smooth and enriching journey.

Why Choose This 6 Days Rwanda Safari with Wild Planet?

Wild Planet designs this itinerary for travelers who want to explore Rwanda’s full ecological diversity in less than a week. You will:

• Trek endangered mountain gorillas
• Track chimpanzees in ancient rainforest
• Spot the Big Five on classic African game drives
• Experience the famous Nyungwe canopy walkway
• Explore Kigali’s cultural and historical landmarks

This safari offers an extraordinary contrast between savannah plains, volcanic mountains, and lush equatorial forests.

Safari Highlights

• Arrival at Kigali International Airport
• Gorilla trekking in Volcanoes National Park
• Big Five game drives in Akagera National Park
• Chimpanzee tracking in Nyungwe Forest
• Canopy walk above the rainforest
• Kigali City cultural tour

Detailed Itinerary – 6 Days Rwanda Wildlife Safari Tour

Day 1: Arrival in Kigali – City Tour Experience

Why Choose a 6 Days Rwanda Wildlife Safari Tour? Wild Planet welcomes you upon arrival at Kigali International Airport. Our professional safari guide greets you and transfers you to your hotel in Kigali.

After check-in and lunch, Wild Planet introduces you to Rwanda’s vibrant capital through a guided Kigali City Tour. Kigali ranks among Africa’s cleanest and safest cities, and we ensure you explore its key highlights comfortably.

You will visit:

• Kigali Genocide Memorial – A powerful and educational tribute to Rwanda’s history
• Local craft markets for authentic souvenirs
• Cultural centers and art galleries

This introduction provides historical context and cultural insight before your wildlife adventure begins.

Wild Planet arranges dinner and overnight at your selected hotel (budget, mid-range, or luxury).

Day 2: Transfer to Volcanoes National Park – Gorilla Trekking Experience

After breakfast, Wild Planet drives you north to Volcanoes National Park, located in Rwanda’s scenic Virunga Mountains.

This park stands as Rwanda’s only destination for mountain gorilla trekking. It also protects golden monkeys and offers rewarding hiking opportunities.

Upon arrival, you attend a briefing by park rangers who explain trekking guidelines and conservation rules. Wild Planet ensures you receive your assigned gorilla family and experienced ranger team.

You then begin your once-in-a-lifetime gorilla trekking adventure.

The trek may last between 2 to 6 hours depending on the gorillas’ movements. Wild Planet prepares you in advance with packing recommendations and trekking tips.

Once you locate the gorilla family, you spend one magical hour observing them in their natural habitat. You will watch them feed, groom, play, and interact. This intimate wildlife encounter ranks among Africa’s most emotional safari experiences.

Wild Planet ensures compliance with conservation guidelines:

• Maintain safe distance
• Spend only one hour with the gorillas
• Use non-flash cameras

After your trek, you return to your lodge for relaxation, dinner, and overnight stay.

Day 3: Transfer to Akagera National Park – Afternoon Game Drive

After breakfast, Wild Planet transfers you eastward to Akagera National Park, Rwanda’s only savannah wildlife park.

Akagera offers classic African landscapes—open plains, acacia woodlands, wetlands, and lakes. The park has successfully restored its Big Five population, making it a prime wildlife safari destination.

Upon arrival and check-in, Wild Planet takes you on an afternoon game drive in our 4×4 safari vehicle.

During your drive, you may encounter:

• African bush elephants
• Cape buffaloes
• Black rhinos
• Lions
• Leopards
• Giraffes
• Zebras
• Topis
• Impalas
• Waterbucks

Our professional guides position the vehicle for optimal wildlife photography and viewing.

You return to your lodge for dinner and overnight.

Day 4: Morning Game Drive & Transfer to Nyungwe Forest National Park

Wild Planet starts your day early with a sunrise game drive in Akagera. Morning hours offer the best opportunities to see predators returning from hunts and herbivores grazing peacefully.

You explore additional wildlife-rich areas before exiting the park.

Wild Planet then drives you through Rwanda’s scenic countryside toward Nyungwe Forest National Park in southwestern Rwanda. Along the way, you enjoy rolling hills, tea plantations, and rural landscapes that highlight Rwanda’s nickname, “Land of a Thousand Hills.”

Nyungwe Forest protects one of Africa’s oldest montane rainforests and boasts remarkable biodiversity. The park shelters:

• 13 primate species
• Over 300 bird species
• Hundreds of plant and butterfly species

After arrival and check-in, Wild Planet offers an optional guided nature walk or night walk to discover nocturnal forest creatures.

Dinner and overnight at your lodge near Nyungwe Forest.

Day 5: Chimpanzee Tracking & Canopy Walk in Nyungwe

Wild Planet begins your day early with a chimpanzee tracking briefing inside Nyungwe Forest National Park.

You then trek into the rainforest with trained guides and park rangers in search of habituated chimpanzee groups. The forest resonates with bird calls and primate vocalizations as you navigate its trails.

Once you find the chimpanzees, you observe them swinging through the canopy, grooming, feeding, and interacting. This dynamic and energetic encounter contrasts beautifully with the calm gorilla experience.

During your forest exploration, you may also see:

• Black-and-white colobus monkeys
• Red-tailed monkeys
• L’Hoest’s monkeys
• Grey-cheeked mangabeys

After chimpanzee tracking, Wild Planet leads you to the famous Nyungwe Canopy Walk. Suspended approximately 50 meters above the forest floor, this walkway provides breathtaking panoramic views across the rainforest canopy.

The canopy walk delivers both excitement and exceptional photography opportunities.

After this adventurous day, you return to your lodge for dinner and overnight relaxation.

Day 6: Return to Kigali – Cultural Visit & Departure

After breakfast, Wild Planet transfers you back to Kigali. Depending on your flight schedule, we organize optional visits to:

• Craft villages
• Local markets
• Coffee shops
• Cultural centers

You can purchase authentic Rwandan souvenirs with guidance from your Wild Planet driver-guide.

Finally, Wild Planet transfers you to Kigali International Airport in time for your international departure flight.

Accommodation Options

Wild Planet customizes this itinerary to match your budget and comfort preferences:

• Budget lodges
• Mid-range safari camps
• Luxury eco-lodges

We carefully select accommodations that prioritize comfort, sustainability, and prime wildlife access.

Best Time to Travel

Wild Planet recommends visiting Rwanda during the dry seasons:

• June to September
• December to February

These months provide ideal conditions for gorilla trekking, wildlife viewing, and chimpanzee tracking.

Why Travel with Wild Planet?

Wild Planet delivers expertly planned Rwanda safaris built on experience, conservation awareness, and personalized service.

We provide:

• Gorilla and chimpanzee permit arrangements
• Private 4×4 safari vehicles
• Professional English-speaking guides
• Carefully selected lodges
• Seamless logistics
• Responsible tourism practices

When you book with Wild Planet, you experience Rwanda’s wildlife responsibly while supporting conservation and local communities.

End of the 6 Days Rwanda Wildlife Safari Tour

This 6-day journey offers the perfect blend of primates, Big Five wildlife, rainforest adventure, and cultural discovery. Wild Planet ensures that every moment—from gorilla trekking in Volcanoes to game drives in Akagera and canopy walks in Nyungwe—creates lasting memories.

Let Wild Planet craft your unforgettable Rwanda Wildlife Safari experience.