How many days is the 10 Days Rwanda Primate Safari?

The 10 Days Rwanda Primate Safari is 10 days and 9 nights, operating year-round from Rwanda.

How much does the 10 Days Rwanda Primate Safari cost?

The 10 Days Rwanda Primate Safari is priced on request depending on your group size, dates, and accommodation preferences. Contact Orika Africa Tours for a free tailor-made quote: hi@orikaafrica.com or +256 707 916 185.

What is included in the 10 Days Rwanda Primate Safari?

The 10 Days Rwanda Primate Safari in Rwanda includes all accommodation, meals, park fees, private safari vehicle with an experienced guide-driver, and 24/7 support from Orika Africa Tours. Uganda's UTB-licensed Tour Operator & DMC. We welcome solo travellers, couples, families, and larger groups.

Is the 10 Days Rwanda Primate Safari suitable for first-time safari visitors?

Yes. Orika Africa Tours designs every itinerary from scratch around your group's fitness, interests, and budget. The 10 Days Rwanda Primate Safari is available as a private safari, no shared vehicles, no fixed groups, ever.

What is the best time to go on the 10 Days Rwanda Primate Safari in Rwanda?

The 10 Days Rwanda Primate Safari in Rwanda runs year-round. The dry seasons (June to August and December to February) offer the best conditions for game drives and trekking. Contact Orika Africa Tours for month-by-month advice.

10 Days Rwanda Primate Safari

10 days that showcase why Rwanda is one of Africa's premier safari destinations, combining unforgettable encounters with mountain gorillas and chimpanzees, classic wildlife safaris, rich cultural heritage and breathtaking scenery. From the vibrant capital of Kigali and the wildlife-rich plains of Akagera to the misty Virunga volcanoes and the ancient rainforest of Nyungwe, the journey moves through every side of the Land of a Thousand Hills.

Designed for travellers seeking authentic wildlife experiences, exceptional hospitality and meaningful cultural connections, it offers a perfect balance of adventure, conservation and comfort. For the timing that suits you best, see our guide to gorilla trekking, and read more in the Rwanda destination guide.

Trip Highlights

Mountain gorilla trekking in Volcanoes National Park
Chimpanzee tracking in Nyungwe Forest
The Nyungwe canopy walk high above the rainforest
Big Five game drives and a Lake Ihema cruise in Akagera
The Dian Fossey Gorilla Fund conservation campus
Kigali city tour and the King's Palace Museum at Nyanza

Day-by-Day Itinerary

On arrival at Kigali International Airport you are warmly welcomed by our representative, assisted with arrival formalities and transferred to your accommodation. Depending on your arrival time, relax and enjoy Rwanda's renowned hospitality as you prepare for the adventures ahead.

After breakfast you set out on a guided exploration of Kigali, one of Africa's most impressive cities, visiting local markets and craft centres and gaining insight into the country's history at the Kigali Genocide Memorial, a moving tribute to resilience and reconciliation. The remainder of the day is yours to enjoy the city's vibrant atmosphere, cafes and cultural scene.

Following breakfast you depart for Akagera National Park, Rwanda's only savannah park and home to the Big Five. On arrival you enjoy a private game drive through rolling grasslands, woodlands, lakes and wetlands, watching for elephant, lion, giraffe, zebra, buffalo and a variety of antelope.

Rise early for a morning game drive when wildlife is most active, exploring different sectors of the park in search of predators and other iconic species. In the afternoon a relaxing boat safari on Lake Ihema brings you among large pods of hippo, Nile crocodile and an impressive variety of water birds along the shoreline.

After breakfast you travel to the legendary Volcanoes National Park, set among the dramatic Virunga mountains and home to Rwanda's famous mountain gorillas. The scenic drive offers stunning views of rolling hills and fertile countryside before you arrive at your lodge, with the rest of the day at leisure amid spectacular volcanic landscapes.

After an early breakfast and a briefing, you set off with expert guides and trackers in search of a habituated mountain gorilla family, the trek through bamboo forest and volcanic slopes culminating in one of Africa's most profound wildlife experiences. Later you visit the Ellen DeGeneres Campus of the Dian Fossey Gorilla Fund to learn about the groundbreaking conservation work that protects Rwanda's gorillas.

After breakfast you journey south through Rwanda's spectacular landscapes to Nyungwe Forest, one of Africa's oldest and most biodiverse rainforests. On arrival you visit a local tea plantation, discovering the journey from leaf to cup while enjoying panoramic views over the rolling green hills.

Begin the day with an exciting chimpanzee tracking experience in the ancient forests of Nyungwe, following lively troops through the trees while encountering other primates, birds and unique flora. In the afternoon the famous Nyungwe canopy walk, suspended high above the forest floor, offers breathtaking views across the rainforest and surrounding mountains.

After breakfast you begin the return journey to Kigali, pausing at the historic King's Palace Museum in Nyanza, the former seat of Rwanda's monarchy, for a fascinating insight into the country's royal traditions. You enjoy a traditional local lunch before continuing to the capital.

Enjoy a leisurely breakfast before transferring to Kigali International Airport for your outbound flight, departing with unforgettable memories of extraordinary wildlife, inspiring conservation and the warm hospitality of the Land of a Thousand Hills.