Overview
The 12 Days Luxury Rwanda Flying Safari is a premium journey through Rwanda's finest attractions, with scenic helicopter transfers connecting Akagera's Big Five plains, the rainforest and canopy walk of Nyungwe, mountain gorilla and golden monkey trekking in Volcanoes National Park, and relaxation on Lake Kivu - all in exclusive luxury lodges and camps.
Explore more of our luxury gorilla tours or see the related 13 Days Luxury Uganda Fly-In Safari & Primate Trekking.
Day-by-Day Itinerary
Arrival in Kigali
Your guide meets you at Kigali International Airport and transfers you to a luxury hotel for check-in, dinner and overnight.
Kigali City Tour & Transfer to Akagera
A guided tour of Kigali including the Genocide Memorial, then a scenic drive to Akagera National Park with a private boat excursion on Lake Ihema. Dinner and overnight at a luxury camp.
Akagera Wildlife Game Drive
A full behind-the-scenes briefing followed by a game drive in search of the Big Five across Akagera's savannah. Dinner and overnight.
Full Day Game Drive in Akagera
A full day exploring Akagera's lakes and plains for lions, elephants, rhinos, giraffes and more. Dinner and overnight.
Helicopter Transfer to Nyungwe
Enjoy a scenic helicopter transfer to Nyungwe National Park, saving hours of driving. Dinner and overnight at a luxury lodge.
Chimpanzee Trekking in Nyungwe
Track chimpanzees through the ancient Nyungwe rainforest. Dinner and overnight.
Canopy Walk & Helicopter to Musanze
Experience the Nyungwe canopy walk, then a helicopter transfer to Musanze near Volcanoes National Park. Dinner and overnight.
Gorilla Trekking
Trek the Virunga slopes for a magical hour with a habituated mountain gorilla family. Dinner and overnight.
Golden Monkey Trekking & Lake Kivu
Track golden monkeys in the morning, then transfer to Lake Kivu (Rubavu) to relax. Dinner and overnight.
Lake Kivu Beach - Rubavu
A full day of relaxation on the shores of Lake Kivu. Dinner and overnight.
Transfer to Kigali
Return to Kigali for last-minute shopping and leisure. Dinner and overnight.
Departure
Transfer to Kigali International Airport for your departure flight.
What's Included
✓ Included
- ✓ Gorilla permit
- ✓ Chimpanzee permit
- ✓ Luxury accommodation
- ✓ All meals
- ✓ Helicopter transfers as specified
- ✓ Transport in a 4x4 safari vehicle
- ✓ English-speaking driver-guide
- ✓ Park entrance fees
✗ Excluded
- ✗ International flights
- ✗ Travel insurance
- ✗ Beverages
- ✗ Tips and gratuities
- ✗ Items of a personal nature
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