Nyungwe National Park 1 Day Chimpanzee Trekking Rwanda Safari
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Nyungwe National Park 1 Day Chimpanzee Trekking Rwanda Safari | 1 Day Excursion Nyungwe Forest National Park |
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Nyungwe National Park 1 Day Chimpanzee Trekking Rwanda Safari is a full day tour from Kigali to Nyungwe Forest National park located 225 km from Kigali, Rwanda. Nyungwe Forest National Park is a 4 to 5 hour drive from Kigali on good roads.
The drive en-route to Nyungwe from Kigali offers attractions such as Nyanza King’s Palace and the National Museum should you wish to break the journey.
Nyungwe is an ideal destination for lovers of primates and most visitors in Rwanda will go for at least one tracking experience, the most popular of which is chimpanzee trekking.
Other activities in Nyungwe Forest National Park besides tracking the famous chimpanzees include experiencing the canopy walk, bird watching, excursions to Lake Kivu and Gisakura tea factory, scaling Mt Bigugu and expedition to Kamiranzovu Marsh.
Covering over 1000 square km, Nyungwe is one of the world’s most beautiful and pristine mountain rainforests. The park is home to habituated chimpanzees and 12 other primates species (including a 400-strong troop of habituated Ruwenzori Black & White Colobus).
The park is also a birder’s paradise with over 300 species, including 16 endemics, and is home to 75 different species of mammal. Nyungwe Forest National Park is the only place where we have seen the troops of many 300 colobus monkeys that travel in the trees.
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Nyungwe National Park 1 Day Chimpanzee Trekking Rwanda Safari Itinerary |
Our 1 day Nyungwe Forest National Park chimpanzee trekking tour begins with an early morning pick up from your hotel in Kigali. Our safari driver guide picks you up and transfer you to the Nyungwe National Park.
Check-in to the park then a briefing about the trek at the Uwinka visitors center. The forest is rich in botanical diversity hosting over 200 species of trees and flowering plants and about 300 bird species.
The forest is also home to 13 species of primates including Olive baboons, L’Hoest’s monkeys, Ruwenzori colobus, Vervet monkeys, silver monkey, Grey-cheeked manga-bey, red-tailed monkey etc.
You will most likely sight some of these forest inhabitants on your chimpanzee trekking. After receiving a briefing and depending on the number of people present for the chimpanzee trek you will be divided into two groups.
One will track starting at the Uwinka center and another starting at Cyamudongo – which will require your driver guide to transfer you to the starting point.
Your range guide will be in communication with the trackers who live early morning to locate where the chimpanzee nested the previous night.
The duration of your trek depends on the location of the chimps – this could take from 30 minutes to 2 hours to find them. Long before you see the Chimpanzees, you can hear their almost deafening screams, their hoots, and cackles.
You are allowed to stay with the chimps for only 1 hour after locating them, photography is allowed but be reminded that the flash is prohibited. We suggest that you dress for the occasion. Have a daypack with binoculars, mineral water and snacks.
Wear a good pair of hiking boots, long trousers, long-sleeved shirt, have a light rain jacket that you can put into your backpack, add a hat that will keep the sun out of your face.
After that you will do the Canopy walk which will last for 2 hours and then begin the journey back to Kigali.
Meal Plan {Lunch}
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Nyungwe National Park 1 Day Chimpanzee Trekking Rwanda Safari Prices |
| Dates From | Dates To | Price Per Person |
Children Aged 12 Year |
| 1st January 2020 | 31st December 2020 | Request for rates | Request for rates |
Notes
* NB: because of shortage of time will park lunch at Huye City the second most important city in Rwanda
* Do remember to take plenty of water with you for the trek – your guide will provide extra for you. You may also want to take a snack, for extra energy!
* The maximum trekking group size is eight, accompanied by a guide and an armed park ranger. You’ll also have the choice to hire a porter to accompany you on the trek
* Your dedicated driver-guide will be with you for the duration of your trip in Rwanda – they’ll accompany you to the park headquarters, and introduce you to your gorilla trekking guide
Nyungwe National Park 1 Day Chimpanzee Trekking Rwanda Safari included;
* Lunch
* Bottled water
* Professional guide
* Hotel pickup and drop-off
* Nyungwe Forest National Park National Park fee
Nyungwe National Park 1 Day Chimpanzee Trekking Rwanda Safari included;
* Visa ad visa fees
* International Air tickets
* Items of personal nature
* Optional activities not mentioned in the itinerary
* Tips/ Gratuity for your porters, driver and guides
* Food and drinks, Alcoholic drinks, Souvenir photos
Booking & Reservations for Nyungwe National Park 1 Day Chimpanzee Trekking Rwanda Safari Contacts;
Booking Office Tel: + 254 718-179-967
Mobile/ WhatsApp : + 254 721-242-711
Mobile: + 254 780-242-711
Email: [email protected]
Website: www.africanspicesafaris.com
Congo Gorilla Trekking Virunga National Park 1 Day Rwanda Safari
Congo Gorilla Trekking Virunga National Park 1 Day Rwanda Safari
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Congo Gorilla Trekking Virunga National Park 1 Day Rwanda Safari | Kigali Rwanda 1 Day Trips Excursions Safaris |
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Congo Gorilla Trekking Virunga National Park 1 Day Rwanda Safari is a popular day excursion for trekking gorillas in Virunga National Park. Virunga National Park is located in Eastern side of the Democratic Republic of Congo.
Situated in the center of the Albertine Rift, between Uganda and Rwanda, Virunga’s 7,800 square km (3,000 square miles) stretches from the Virunga Massif in the south, to the Rwenzori Mountains in the north.
Virunga National Park was founded in 1925 as Parc Albert. It was the first national park to be established on the continent of Africa. Virunga National Park is habitat to about 200 of gorillas that live mostly in the southern side of the park.
Gorilla trekking in Congo Virunga National Park is popular because the cost of gorilla permits is low. Rwanda gorilla permits cost about 1500 US Dollars per person whileUganda gorilla permits costs 600 US Dollars per person. The Democratic Republic of Congo gorilla permits costs only 400 US Dollars per person.
In addition to this Virunga National Park is less congested compared to other tracking places like Volcanoes National Park in Rwanda and Bwindi Impenetrable National Park in Uganda.
Virunga National Park activities include Mountain gorilla trekking, chimpanzees tracking safaris, nature walks, Nyiragongo active volcano hike, sightseeing and landscape viewing and birding watching.
Virunga’s most prominent animals include forest and savanna elephants, buffalos, duiker, hippos, okapis, lions, and Mountain Gorillas, Eastern Lowland Gorilla, and Eastern Chimpanzee. Bird species include Grey Crowned-Crane, African Fish Eagle, Shoebill and Great Blue Turaco etc.
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Congo Gorilla Trekking Virunga National Park 1 Day Rwanda Safari Detailed Itinerary |
0400 Hours: Our 1 day gorilla trekking safari adventure from in Kigali begins with an early pick up from your hotel by our safari driver guide followed by a transfer to Virunga National Park. Kindly note that we can also start from Kisoro town or Goma town.
The drive takes about 3 hours from Kigali city to the town of Gisenyi. Gisenyi sharing a common border with Goma, the city in the Democratic Republic of the Congo. Goma is about 30 miles/ 48 km (1 hour driving time) to the Virunga National Park Headquarters.
0800 Hours: Upon arrival at the Virunga National Park Headquarters we register and get a briefing about the gorilla trekking adventure. We then transfer to the gorilla trekking start point in the Park.
A game ranger accompanies you in the search for the gorillas. Only a maximum of 8 individuals per day are allowed to trek. The reason is to help to reduce the spreading of diseases from humans to the mountain gorillas.
Only children aged 15 years and above are allowed to go for the trek. Gorilla trekking takes place during day time and it’s between 0800 hours to 1900 hours and once you get to meet them you are given strictly 1 hour to spend with the mountain gorillas.
Your Gorilla trekking adventure can take as little as an hour or can even go on longer till 5 hours. On some days it can be a 20 to 40 minutes hike from the way into the forest.
Other days it can take more than an hour’s walk to get to the Mountain gorillas since they are always on the move in search for food.
After we trek back to the base of Virunga Volcanic Mountain range to meet up with our driver and begin our journey back to Kigali – Rwanda. Those who started the tour from Kisoro town or Goma town will also be dropped back to their respective places of their residence.
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Congo Gorilla Trekking Virunga National Park 1 Day Rwanda Safari Prices |
| Dates From | Dates To | Price Per Person |
Children Aged 15 Year & Above |
| 1st January 2020 | 31st December 2020 | Request for rates | Request for rates |
Notes
* Tour can be customized
* Tour Can Depart any day
* Age Limit: 15 years and above
* Solo travelers can join this tour
* This tour starts and ends in Kigali/ Rwanda
* You will need a nice amount of fitness to do the trek
* You’ll visit Virunga National Park in DR Congo and the main activity is gorilla tracking
* A yellow fever vaccination is a requirement because you wILL NOT BE ALLOWED into the country minus proof of the inoculation
Congo Gorilla Trekking Virunga National Park 1 Day Rwanda Safari Prices Include;
* Park Entrance Fees
* Relevant government taxes
* Bottle of water while on safari
* Transport in a 4×4 safari vehicle
* Services of a professional English speaking Driver/ Guide
* Round trip transportation from Kigali to DRCongo Virunga National Park
* 400 US Dollars Gorilla Permit for Virunga National Park per person per trek
Congo Gorilla Trekking Virunga National Park 1 Day Rwanda Safari Prices Exclude;
* Drinks
* Tips or gratuity
* Travelers insurance
* Communication charges
* Minimum of 1 person required
* Porters during the gorilla trekking
* Sightseeing not included in the package; optional activities
* The Democratic Republic of Congo VISA (100 US Dollars) and Rwanda Visa fees, international airfares and airport taxes; meals
* Personal expenses such as transfers to/ from the airport (supplement airport transfer cost applies for tours starting from the airport)
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Items/ Things to Bring along the 1 Day Congo Gorilla Trek |
* Bottle water
* Sunscreen is essential
* A decent rain jacket that’s made of breathable material
* A daypack that can fit snacks, a water bottle, a camera, and warm clothes
* Long hiking pants and long socks (You should tuck your pants inside your socks top protect yourself from ants!)
* A non flash camera, although there’s no need to bring a zoom lens on this trek (you’ll always be within several meters of the gorillas!)
* Hiking boots that are comfortable and water-resistant. You may choose some you have worn before. This way, you will know these boots will not hurt you
Booking & Reservations for Congo Gorilla Trekking Virunga National Park 1 Day Rwanda Safari – Rwanda Contacts;
Booking Office Tel: + 254 718-179-967
Mobile/ WhatsApp : + 254 721-242-711
Mobile: + 254 780-242-711
Email: [email protected]
Website: www.africanspicesafaris.com
Gorilla Trekking Bwindi Forest National Park 1 Day Rwanda Safari
Gorilla Trekking Bwindi Forest National Park 1 Day Rwanda Safari
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Gorilla Trekking Bwindi Forest National Park 1 Day Rwanda Safari | Kigali Rwanda 1 Day Trips Excursions Safaris |
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Gorilla Trekking Bwindi Forest National Park 1 Day Rwanda Safari begins and ends in Kigali Rwanda. The tour could also start from Kabale, Kihihi or Kisoro.
This is a budget friendly tour for guests in Rwanda with limited time to trek Gorillas. You visit Bwindi Forest National Park in South Western Uganda for the ultimate mountain gorilla trekking.
Bwindi Impenetrable National Park is home to a minimum of 400 gorillas out of the 880 that are known to be left in the world. Rwanda’s Volcanoes National Park and DR Congo’s Virunga National Park – jointly share the home to the remaining 480 mountain gorillas.
Our 1 day gorilla tour in Uganda Bwindi Forest National Park from Kigali Rwanda offers a cheaper alternative to the 1 day gorilla trekking tour to the Volcanoes national park in Rwanda simply because Gorrilla permits are cheaper/ less expensive in Uganda than Rwanda.
To add on to this, the drive from Kigali in Rwanda to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park in Uganda is a short four to five hours. The journey is approximately 177 km, almost 3 times shorter the distance from Entebbe Uganda to Bwindi.
Besides the main activity which is Mountain Gorilla Trekking in Bwindi Impenetrable forest National Park, other activities include bird watching with over 350 species, hiking, forest walk to waterfall trail, mountain biking etc.
Other attractions include seeing the native Ugandan Ankole long-horned cows, culture encounters – meet warm & friendly local people and enjoying the spectacular views of the Virunga Volcanoes etc.
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Gorilla Trekking Bwindi Forest National Park 1 Day Rwanda Safari Prices |
| Dates From | Dates To | Price Per Person |
Children Aged 15 Year & Above |
| 1st January 2020 | 31st December 2020 | Request for rates | Request for rates |
Notes
* Tour can be customized
* Tour Can Depart any day
* Age Limit: 15 years and above
* Solo travelers can join this tour
* This tour starts and ends in Kigali/ Rwanda
* You’ll visit Bwindi Impenetrable National Park and the main activity is gorilla tracking
Gorilla Trekking Bwindi Forest National Park 1 Day Rwanda Safari Prices Include;
* Park Entrance Fees
* Relevant government taxes
* Bottle of water while on safari
* Transport in a 4×4 safari vehicle
* Services of a professional English speaking Driver/ Guide
* 600 US Dollars Gorilla Permit for Bwindi per person per trek
* Round trip transportation from Kigali to Uganda Bwindi Forest National Park
Gorilla Trekking Bwindi Forest National Park 1 Day Rwanda Safari Prices Exclude; * Drinks
* Tips or gratuity
* Travelers insurance
* Communication charges
* Minimum of 1 person required
* Sightseeing not included in the package; optional activities
* Uganda and Rwanda Visa fees, international airfares and airport taxes; meals
* Personal expenses such as transfers to/ from the airport (supplement airport transfer cost applies for tours starting from the airport)
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Gorilla Trekking Bwindi Forest National Park 1 Day Rwanda Safari Detailed Itinerary |
0300 Hours: Depart with breakfast boxes from your hotel in Kigali and transfer you to Uganda Bwindi Impenetrable National Park. The journey travels from Kigali to Cyanika border to Kisoro and on to southern Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National Park in Rushaga.
Alternatively you will drive to Katuna border to Kabale takes about 3 hours (border processes can take maximum 30 minutes). Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National Park is another 2 hours driver from Cyanika border or Katuna border and on to Ruhija in the northern sector of Bwindi national park.
All this depends on the availability of gorilla permits in either sector of the park.
0800 Hours: On arrival at your respective tracking sector (Bwindi National Park has four ‘4’ main trailheads where gorilla trekking is always conducted and they include Buhoma, Ruhija, Nkuringo and Rushaga).
You will join the rest of the visitors for the early morning briefing by one of the professional park officials. Each sector has its own habituated gorilla families and each group also offers unique experiences.
You will be briefed on how to behave while you are with the rare mountain gorillas in the habitats and all the rules must be observed at all times as explained to you by the park official.
After briefing, you will be assigned to one habituated gorilla group to track in a group of only (eight) visitors and you will be accompanied by a guide. About 14 gorilla families are available in Bwindi for both gorilla trekking and habituation experience.
Up on getting your respective gorilla troop, you will have only an hour of face to face encounter with these rare wild creatures, take as many photos as you can, explore their general behavior and body gestures.
Your guide will interpret to you the meaning of some of the gestures. A trek to see a group of these fascination primates, requires you to take with you adequate drinking water and energy giving snacks/ packed lunch.
You will hike into the tropical forest following specific trails in search of the allocated gorilla family. The trekking time range from 30 minutes to several hours but the interaction with gorillas last for an hour.
After, you will have lunch and then drive back to Kigali which marks the end of your one day gorilla safari.
Booking & Reservations for Gorilla Trekking Bwindi Forest National Park 1 Day Rwanda Safari – Rwanda Contacts;
Booking Office Tel: + 254 718-179-967
Mobile/ WhatsApp : + 254 721-242-711
Mobile: + 254 780-242-711
Email: [email protected]
Website: www.africanspicesafaris.com
Dian Fossey Hike Volcanoes National Park 1 Day Tour
Dian Fossey Hike Volcanoes National Park 1 Day Tour
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Dian Fossey Hike Volcanoes National Park 1 Day Tour | Kigali Rwanda 1 Day Trips Excursions Safaris | Dian Fossey 1 Day Hike |
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Dian Fossey Hike Volcanoes National Park 1 Day Tour begins from Kigali and ends in Kigali Rwanda. The actual trek is a half day adventure and takes about 2.5 hours to climb up, 1 hour at the site and just over 1.5 hours coming down during the wet season (in the dry season you could do it faster).
The 5 km hike up the mountain includes possibilities of seeing forest elephants, forest buffaloes, lots of birds as you pass through various vegetation zones.
In 1967, Dian Fossey arrived in Rwanda to study and protect her beloved Mountain Gorillas from poachers found in the Virunga ranges of Rwanda commonly known as Volcanoes national park.
Dian Fossey 1 Day Hike is about Diane Fossey who is remembered in the history of Rwanda for founding the Karisoke Research Center which was her residence until the time of her violent death in 1985.
The camp site stands at an altitude of around 3000 meters (over 9000 feet) and was abandoned during the unrest of the 1990’s. Karisoke scientific base is located in the saddle area between two volcanoes; Mt Visoke and Mt Karisimbi (from which the name Karisoke is derived).
All that remains today is the graveyard where several of Dian Fossey’s favorite gorillas were buried. Dian Fossey is also buried near the graves of her beloved gorillas. Dian Fossey was an American naturalist who earned recognition as the foremost authority on the mountain gorilla, is already well known.
Shortly before her violent murder in 1985, she published her own account of her 13 years of work with the gorillas in Rwanda. She has already been the subject of several biographical studies, and she was portrayed by Sigourney Weaver in the highly fictionalized 1988 movie ''Gorillas in the Mist.''
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Dian Fossey Hike Volcanoes National Park 1 Day Tour Itinerary |
0430 Hours: Dian Fossey Hike Volcanoes National Park 1 Day Tour begins with a pick up from your hotel in Kigali, followed by a 3 hour road transfer to Volcanoes National park, Musanze province (where Mountain Gorillas trackking begins).
0730 Hours: Once at the at the park headquarters of Kinigi we meet with the other hikers and our park ranger guide. The rangers brief the hikers about the park, the 5 Virunga volcanoes shared on the Rwanda side and also offer an insight on what to expect during the hike.
All the rangers work for the park authorities and are seasoned guides and boast a wealth of knowledgeable. Many of the rangers are natives who hail from Kinigi area and have been working with the park from when they were young.
0800 Hours: The trek involves a 30 minutes drive from the park headquarters to the trail head to access the Karisoke research camp where visitors walk for 10 minutes to the park boundary.
The hike start at around an elevation of 6000 feet, and the sign at the camp site said the elevation was 2967 meters (9734 feet).
The walk from the park boundary to the research center where the Dian’s grave is, takes about an hour to 2 hour and a half hours and affords good views of forest hogs, forest elephants, a variety of primates and bird species.
The hike takes almost two hours one way with stops for water in between. As the hike involves moving through the forests and hiking up the slopes, it requires some relative degree of fitness and patience.
The terrain especially during the rainy season is very muddy, you need to take care where you step to avoid falling or losing a shoe. The walking sticks help with this a lot.
The trek includes an armed escort, and the guides will give you loads of information about Dian Fossey, her research centre and the surrounding vegetation. If you’re lucky, you might also see elephants, buffalos and a variety of birds.
1100 Hours: At the site you will find the house from where Dian Fossey was mysteriously murdered in 1985 but the more peaceful is the place where she was buried just next to her favorite gorilla friend, Digit and about 20 other mountain gorillas either killed by poachers or suffered death for other reasons.
After visiting all the different ruins of the research centre, you’ll stop for lunch before heading back down the mountain.
1430 Hours: Head to the nearby restaurant to get your shoes and socks cleaned.
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Dian Fossey Hike Volcanoes National Park 1 Day Tour Prices |
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Children Aged 12 Year |
| 1st January 2020 | 31st December 2020 | Request for rates | Request for rates |
Notes
* Pack some light snacks and two bottles of water
* Wear shoes that have grip, and you won’t mind getting muddy
* Bring your own gaiters to avoid the red ants or hire a pair at the Headquarters
* Cover up. The park is full of stinging nettles, wear long pants and a shirt to be on the safe side
Dian Fossey Hike Volcanoes National Park 1 Day Tour Prices include:
* Lunch
* Drinking water
• Park Ranger Fees
* Relevant Government Taxes
* English speaking driver/ guide
* Tourist Permit Fee of 75 US Dollars per person
* Return ground Transportation by a 4×4 safari vehicle from Kigali
Dian Fossey Hike Volcanoes National Park 1 Day Tour Prices Exclude:
* Visa ad visa fees
* International Air tickets
* Items of personal nature
* Optional activities not mentioned in the itinerary
* Tips/ Gratuity for your porters, driver and guides
Booking & Reservations for Dian Fossey Hike Volcanoes National Park 1 Day Tour– Rwanda Contacts;
Booking Office Tel: + 254 718-179-967
Mobile/ WhatsApp : + 254 721-242-711
Mobile: + 254 780-242-711
Email: [email protected]
Website: www.africanspicesafaris.com
Mount Bisoke Hiking Volcanoes National Park Rwanda 1 Day Tour
Mount Bisoke Hiking Volcanoes National Park Rwanda 1 Day Tour
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Mount Bisoke Hiking Volcanoes National Park Rwanda 1 Day Tour | 1 Day Kigali Mt Bisoke Hiking Tour | Rwanda Day Trips |
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Mount Bisoke Hiking Volcanoes National Park Rwanda 1 Day Tour is one of the best hikes in Rwanda because of the beautiful scenery and great views of the lush Virungas and Rwanda’s hilly landscape. Mount Bisoke. Mt. Bisoke is one of the eight volcanoes in the Virunga mountains range of the albertine Rift, the western part of east African rift.
During the trek, you are likely to encounter unique mountain wildlife such as Mountain Gorillas, Golden Monkeys, Forest Elephants, Buffaloes and lots of different species of birds. Mount Bisoke is also known as also Visoke and stands at 3711 meters/ 12175 Feet above sea level. The top of this Volcano has a spectacular crater lake.
Mount Bisoke is a dormant volcano located in between two neighboring national parks across the Rwanda & the Democratic republic of Congo which the volcanoes national park on the Rwandan side and the Virunga national park in Democratic republic of Congo.
Mount Busoke is located approximately 35 km northeast of the town of Goma and adjacent Lake Kivu. The drive from Kigali City to Volcanoes National Park takes about 2 hours and 15 minutes.
“Bisoke” is a kiswahili word which means, “soaked with water”, that was coined by the locals in reference to the two beautiful crater lakes that ‘soak’ the volcano. Hiking Mount Bisoke does not require any hiking experience; you only need to be physically fit, due to the high elevation and length of the climb.
The entire round trip hike takes about 6 hours, 4 hours to climb to the top and 2 hours to descent idown. Experienced hikers are capable of hiking to the top in 3 hours or even less, and roughly 1 & ½ or less, back.
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Mount Bisoke Hiking Volcanoes National Park Rwanda 1 Day Tour |
Mount Bisoke Hiking Volcanoes National Park Rwanda 1 Day Tour begins and ends from Kigali city. Below is the itinerary
0430 Hours: The tour begins with a pick up from your hotel in Kgali, followed by a transfer to Volcanoes National park, Musanze province.
0700 Hours: Once at the at the park headquarters of Kinigi we meet with the other hikers and our park ranger guide. The rangers brief the hikers about the park, the 5 Virunga volcanoes shared on the Rwanda side and also offer an insight on what to expect during the hike.
All the rangers work for the park authorities and are seasoned guides and boast a wealth of knowledgeable. Many of the rangers are natives who hail from Kinigi area and have been working with the park from when they were young.
0800 Hours: After the briefing, we transfer to Bisoke Volcano hiking start point/ Bisoke head trail – a 40 minutes drive from the headquarters. The first 15 minutes are on a paved road while the rest is bumpy ride on volcanic rocks.
0900 Hours: Once at Bisoke head trail which stands at 2700 meters/ 8850 above sea level, we hire a porter and begin to climb. Your bag may seem light initially however, as you ascend the mountain it gets heavy.
The porters will help in providing a push or pull through the challenging spots, such as muddy, steep & slippery. The first 10 or so minutes of our hike goes through villages and farmlands along the edge of the park then we go past a stone wall into Volcanoes National Park.
The stone wall fence of the park keeps buffalos and forest elephants inside the park and also controls intruders from trespassing into the park.
Mountain Bisoke is home to some habituated Gorilla families and you stand a good chance of encountering these at the start of your ascent up the mountain.
If by chance you encounter some gorillas, the guides allow you to watch them for a few minutes while on the hiking trail. Photography is prohibited as this excursion does not include permits for Gorrilla trekking.
You may also get to see Golden Monkey troop on your trek up Mountain Bisoke. The mountain is also home to Forest elephants and buffaloes however chances of sighting them are minimal.
The hike up Mt Busoke takes about 4 hours and another 2 hours descending down to the starting point but this depends on your speed and the frequency of stops.
Near the summit is the Crater Lake, which features drier vegetation than other parts of the park, with giant heather growing all over the slopes of the volcano.
1300 Hours: Once at the summit, you get enjoy fantastic views of the other five volcanoes and the beautiful Twin Lakes. The amount of time you spend on the summit depends on the weather and temperature. Enjoy picnic lunch at the summit, as you take pictures.
1400 Hours: With your guides and porters start descending to the starting point.
1600 Hours: Meet up with your guide for drop off at either a hotel/ Kigali International Airport.
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Mount Bisoke Hiking Volcanoes National Park Rwanda 1 Day Tour Prices |
| Dates From | Dates To | Price Per Person |
Children Aged 12 Year |
| 1st January 2020 | 31st December 2020 | Request for rates | Request for rates |
Notes
* Hike is not too tough but you need to have a good level of fitness
* Porters can be hired at the start of the trail if you wish to have one
* It is very cold at the summit, so make sure you have enough warm layers
Mount Bisoke Hiking Volcanoes National Park Rwanda 1 Day Tour Prices include:
* Lunch
* Drinking water
• Park Ranger Fees
* Bisoke hiking permit/s
* Relevant Government Taxes
* English speaking driver/ guide
* Ground Transportation by a 4×4 safari vehicle
Mount Bisoke Hiking Volcanoes National Park Rwanda 1 Day Tour Prices Exclude:
* Air tickets
* International Flights
* Visa ad visa fees
* Items of personal nature
* Tips/ Gratuity for your porters, driver and guides
* Optional activities not mentioned in the itinerary
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Things to bring for Hiking Mt Busoke (Rwanda) |
* Fleece
* Sun Hat
* Sunscreen
* Woolen cap
* Pole (Important)
* Camel backpack
* Hiking t-shirts/ pants
* Water resistant Hiking boots
* Packed lunch (it’s a full day hike)
* Down jacket (optional for the summit)
* Waterproof pants & Waterproof jacket
* 1 small backpack (30 lts) which you will carry during the hike
Booking & Reservations for Agahozo Shalom Rwandan Orphaned Youth Village 1 Day Visit – Rwanda Contacts;
Booking Office Tel: + 254 718-179-967
Mobile/ WhatsApp : + 254 721-242-711
Mobile: + 254 780-242-711
Email: [email protected]
Website: www.africanspicesafaris.com
Agahozo Shalom Rwandan Orphaned Youth Village 1 Day Visit
Agahozo Shalom Rwandan Orphaned Youth Village 1 Day Visit
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Agahozo Shalom Rwandan Orphaned Youth Village 1 Day Visit | 1 Day Rwanda Agahozo Shalom Youth Village Tour |
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Agahozo Shalom Rwandan Orphaned Youth Village 1 Day Visit: If you are in Kigali – Rwanda with a day to spare, make sure to travel to Agahozo-Shalom Youth Village. Agahozo Shalom Youth Village (ASYV) is a home for orphans of the genocide and AIDs in Rwanda.
It was originally set up to educate the orphans of the 1994 genocide against Tutsi when 800,000 people were killed during 100 days of ethnic fighting, are still felt by the young generation.
Many women were raped and contracted HIV but did not get proper medical care, and died afterward, leaving young children behind. The genocide led to many social hardships. One of the primary issues still facing the country is a high number of orphaned children and vulnerable youth.
Many live in poverty, sheltered by guardians who cannot afford a regular supply of food or clean water, let alone school fees and medical expenses. Although Rwanda has made strides in providing its youth with access to education, about 70% of Rwandans are still unable to enroll in secondary school.
Rwanda as a country has a population of 12.5 million and out of these there are over there are 2.8 million orphans and vulnerable children in Rwanda today. Many cannot think beyond their next meal, let alone dream about the future.
At Agahozo Shalom Youth Village, most of them are orphans (which mean they have lost one or both parents). The community is currently home to more than 500 teenagers, ages 14 to 21 from all 30 districts of Rwanda.
The Agahozo-Shalom Youth Village empowers orphaned and vulnerable Rwandan youth to build lives of dignity and contribute to a better world. The village provides students a campus with a dining room, high school, health care clinic, homes, workshop spaces, plumbing, internet service, etc.
The students study biology, history, math, economics, language, literature, agriculture, music, mechanization, etc. Agahozo-Shalom Youth Village spends at least 4,000 US Dollars per year per student, compared to Rwandan public schools, which spend between 800 to 1,000 US Dollars per student per year.
A visit to the youth village allows you to learn how parenting is done by the community, and it’s done in a structure to give all of the support. These are homes, not dormitories, each home has a mama, a big brother or sister and graduates of Agahozo-Shalom Youth Village who act as mentors and we also have cousins, who are long-term volunteers.”
A tour of the Village is generally 2 to 3 hours long. It begins at the center of the Village at the Mango Tree and includes a visit to a family home, the amphitheater, the farm, the science and art centers, the school, and the dining hall.
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Agahozo Shalom Rwandan Orphaned Youth Village 1 Day Visit Prices |
| Dates From | Dates To | Price Per Person |
Children Aged 3 to 12 Year |
| 1st January 2020 | 31st December 2020 | Request for rates | Request for rates |
Notes
* Please note that the tour is on foot and includes a significant amount of walking. Please wear comfortable shoes & dress appropriately
* We recommend you bring the following items: comfortable walking shoes, sunscreen, sunglasses, water, light rain jacket and a camera
* You can bring all kind of gifts from toothpaste to health insurance etc. If you are planning a visit and wish to bring items to donate to the Village, please email prior to your visit to obtain a list of the most current needs
* If you have specific points of interest, please let us know ahead of time and we will do our best to emphasize the relevant aspects of the Village
Agahozo Shalom Rwandan Orphaned Youth Village 1 Day Visit Prices Include;
* All village entrance fees
* A hearty lunch with the orphans
* Bottled water in the safari vehicle
* Services of a professional English speaking Driver/ Guide
* Round trip transportation from Kigali to the village and back
Agahozo Shalom Rwandan Orphaned Youth Village 1 Day Visit Prices Exclude:
* Drinks
* Tips or gratuity
* Travelers insurance
* Communication charges
* Minimum of 1 person required
* Visas, international airfares and airport taxes; meals
* Sightseeing not included in the package; optional activities
* Personal expenses such as transfers to/ from the airport (supplement airport transfer cost applies for tours starting from the airport)
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General Behavior Guidelines While Visiting the Village |
The Agahozo-Shalom Youth Village serves as a home for more than 500 vulnerable teenagers. While in the Village, please be mindful of their privacy.The village asks that you respect the following guidelines:
* Do not photograph children without their explicit permission
* Be mindful of the activities happening at the Village and attempt to minimize any disruption to the rhythm of life
* Respect the kids’ privacy and do not ask them about their background unless they offer to share that information
Booking & Reservations for Agahozo Shalom Rwandan Orphaned Youth Village 1 Day Visit – Rwanda Contacts;
Booking Office Tel: + 254 718-179-967
Mobile/ WhatsApp : + 254 721-242-711
Mobile: + 254 780-242-711
Email: [email protected]
Website: www.africanspicesafaris.com
Kigali Golden Monkey Trekking Mgahinga Gorilla Park 1 Day Tour
Kigali Golden Monkey Trekking Mgahinga Gorilla Park 1 Day Tour
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Kigali Golden Monkey Trekking Mgahinga Gorilla Park 1 Day Tour | Full Day Mgahinga Gorilla National Park | Rwanda Short safaris |
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Kigali Golden Monkey Trekking Mgahinga Gorilla Park 1 Day Tour: Leave Kigali city behind as you embark on a full-day safari to Mgahinga Gorilla Park – the closest Golden Monkey Trekking site in Uganda from Kigali – Rwanda.
Mgahinga Gorilla Park in the Southwest Corner of Uganda on the border with Rwanda and the Democratic Republic of the Congo. The Park is Uganda’s smallest park, yet the best place for Golden Monkey Trekking.
It is the only park in Uganda where you can Trek Golden Monkeys and there is an estimate of around 3000 to 4000 Golden Monkeys. Golden monkeys live in big numbers where by a group has a range of 60-80 members.
One of the features of this park is that unlike other parks in Rwanda, there are no crowds. Getting to Mgahinga Gorilla Park from Kigali is 3 to 4 hours drive (including border crossing time).
Guests track golden monkeys and stay with them for a period of 4 hours depending on where they nested the previous night and how far it is from the beginning point.
The session of Golden Monkey Tracking in Mgahinga gorilla National Park begins with briefing from the park rangers early morning at the park head quarters at 0700 Hours.
Trekkers are put in different groups for the tracking which starts at round 8:00am. The golden monkeys are easier to spot considering that they tend to stay in bamboo sections of the forest not far from the base because they enjoy eating the young bamboo shoots and always move in large numbers.
A maximum number of 8 guests can track a golden monkey family per day. Bookings for Golden Monkey Tracking in Mgahinga Gorilla National Park can be done through African Spice Safaris.
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Kigali Golden Monkey Trekking Mgahinga Gorilla Park 1 Day Tour Prices |
| Dates From | Dates To | Price Per Person |
Child Aged 12 Years & Above |
| 1st January 2020 | 31st December 2020 | Request for rates | Request for rates |
Notes
What to bring for Golden Monkey Tracking in Mgahinga Gorilla National Park
* Lunch Box
* Insect repellent
* Waterproof hiking boots
* Drinking water and snacks
* Long sleeved shirts, trousers
* A porter to provide extra support
* Hiking boots, Safari Hat and rain jacket
* Hire a walking stick from the briefing point where the hike begins to support you during hiking in slippery places
Kigali Golden Monkey Trekking Mgahinga Gorilla Park 1 Day Tour includes;
* Lunch
* Park entry fees
* One Golden monkey trekking Permit
* Services of our professional driver guide
* You may also want to take a snack, for extra energy
* Round trip transport from Kigali – Mgahinga – Kigali (including Tour Vehicle, Driver Guide, Fuel)
* A bottle of water while on safari. Take plenty of water with you for the trek – your guide will provide extra for you – as it’s easy to become dehydrated
Kigali Golden Monkey Trekking Mgahinga Gorilla Park 1 Day Tour includes;
* Porter fees
* International Airfare
* Cost of obtaining passport and visas
* Gratuity for your professional driver guide
* If you wish, your lodge will provide a packed breakfast to take with you – ask the day before
* Personal expenses such as transfers to/ from the airport (supplement airport transfer cost applies for tours starting from the airport)
* Personal expenses such traveling insurance, excess baggage fee, communication charges that include, laundry, emails, faxes and phone calls beverages including luxury champagne, luxury spirits, beer, wines during meals or meals not indicated in the itinerary
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Kigali Golden Monkey Trekking Mgahinga Gorilla Park 1 Day Tour Itinerary |
0400 Hours: This morning we take our breakfast boxes + lunch boxes from our hotel in Kigali and deart by road to Ruhengeri – a 2 hour drive. After crossing the Cyanika border (border processes can take maximum 30 minutes) we proceed to Kisoro Uganda another 20 minutes drive.
Proceed to Mgahinga Gorilla National park located in South West Uganda about 10 km south of Kisoro town. Maximum time from Kigali to Kisoro is about 4 hours.
0800 Hours: Golden monkey tracking briefing (on the dos and don’ts of tracking the golden monkeys) starts at the Park headquarters. Its a good idea to take with you a daypack, a snack such as dried fruit, a large bottle water and binoculars for bird watching.
After the briefing, we begin the trek up into the forest along what is referred to as the Gahinga Trail. Hiking through the forests to sight the golden monkeys is not so strenuous like gorilla trekking because golden monkeys live in lower areas, so tourists do not track for more than 3 hours.
When we encounter the golden monkey family, we spend about an hour with them (taking photographs and observe their behavior). There is no minimum number of tourists who track each group and age limit is 12 years.
After the Golden monkey tracking, we will return to Kigali Rwanda via Cyanika border and connect to Ruhengeri and finally to Kigali arriving in the evening. Drop off at your hotel or at Kigali International airport.
Booking Office Tel: + 254 718-179-967
Mobile/ WhatsApp : + 254 721-242-711
Mobile : + 254 780-242-711
Email: [email protected]
Website: www.africanspicesafaris.com
Golden Monkeys Tracking Volcanoes National Park 1 Day Trip Safari
Golden Monkey Tracking Volcanoes National Park 1 Day Trip Safari
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Golden Monkey Tracking Volcanoes National Park 1 Day Trip Safari | Volcanoes Park Golden Monkeys Half Day Rwanda Safari |
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Golden Monkey Tracking Volcanoes National Park 1 Day Trip Safari; Have a day to spare in Kigali? Opt to explore Volcanoes National Park on a golden monkey expedition in the company of an experienced African Spice Safaris guide.
Spend a half a day in Volcanoes National Park – Rwanda tracking the Golden Monkeys. The golden monkey has a prominent golden fur coat and is an endangered species.
Given the scientific name of Cercopithecus mitis kandti, the golden monkey is considered to be a subspecies of the Sykes monkey. They are exclusive to the Virunga mountain range.
The only places where one can trek to see them up close include Democratic Republic of Congo, Uganda, and Rwanda. These monkeys live in bamboo forests at the higher elevations of the Virunga mountains, as well as at the foot of Sabyinyo Mountain.
There are two habituated troops with in volcanoes national park and the larger troop found in Sabyinyo has between 80 to 100 members and this one is the most visited troop.
There is always one session for golden monkey tracking per day and this takes place early in the morning in Volcanoes National Park. Here the visitors have to report at the headquarters by 0700 hours where they will meet the ranger guides for the briefing and then drive to the starting point of the trek.
Those who need porter assistance to carry photographic and other equipment can hire them at the base point of the trek. The drive takes only 15 minutes from the edge of the park.
Trekking golden monkeys and gorillas is a similar experience – in a small group of no more than 8 guests, and you can spend one hour with the monkeys once you find them. The time to spend in the jungle is not specific.
It can be as short as 30 minutes to several hours depending on the speed of movement for the monkeys. Most trackers are able to locate them as they hike along the trail, with in less than an hour.
When you near the monkeys, your guide will point them out in the trees and you can watch as they swing above, foraging for food. Golden monkeys are small in size around 15 Kilos, get their name from the long golden hair on their backs, and move around the bamboo forest like they are court jesters.
You will spend about an hour watching these fast-moving little creatures that live in social groups of up to 100 individuals and are very entertaining as they constantly swing through the bamboo or chase each other in circles all around you.
They’re also very pretty, with shiny reddish-gold backs that blend in perfectly with the golden bamboo. The two groups of habituated monkeys are getting more used to their human visitors.
So don't be surprised if they jump quite close, and be aware of standing directly underneath a group in the trees, as they can easily poop on you at times! After an hour in their company you will trek back to the park headquarters.Transfer back to Kigali city reaching in the afternoon.
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Golden Monkey Tracking Volcanoes National Park 1 Day Trip Safari Prices |
| Dates From | Dates To | Price Per Person | 8 to 11 Years Child |
| 1st January 2019 | 31st December 2019 | Request for rates | Request for rates |
Notes
* The Maximum size of group is 8 guests, accompanied by your trekking guide and an armed park ranger
* Things to take with you for a golden monkey trek include:
– Paths on the treks can be slippery and muddy, so sturdy waterproof walking boots are essential
– A waterproof jacket is a good idea, as even in the dry season you'll find there may be occasional downpours
– Walking pole, insect repellent, day pack for your lunch in case the trek takes longer than expected, water for drinking
– We highly recommend you go along with a porter to provide an extra support with the day pack and the slippery places
– Trekking through patches of thistles, nettles and brambles, so we’d recommend wearing long trousers and long sleeved shirts versus shorts
Golden Monkey Tracking Volcanoes National Park 1 Day Trip Safari Rates Includes:
* Lunch
* Park entry fees
* One Golden monkey trekking Permit
* Services of our professional driver guide
* You may also want to take a snack, for extra energy
* Round trip transport from Kigali (Tour Vehicle, Driver Guide, Fuel)
* A bottle of water while on safari. Take plenty of water with you for the trek – your guide will provide extra for you – as it’s easy to become dehydrated
Golden Monkey Tracking Volcanoes National Park 1 Day Trip Safari Rates Do Not Include:
* Porter fees
* International Airfare
* Cost of obtaining passport and visas
* Gratuity for your professional driver guide
* If you wish, your lodge will provide a packed breakfast to take with you – ask the day before
* Personal expenses such as transfers to/ from the airport (supplement airport transfer cost applies for tours starting from the airport)
* Personal expenses such traveling insurance, excess baggage fee, communication charges that include, laundry, emails, faxes and phone calls beverages including luxury champagne, luxury spirits, beer, wines during meals or meals not indicated in the itinerary
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Golden Monkey Tracking Volcanoes National Park 1 Day Trip Safari Detailed Itinerary |
0430 Hours: Depart Kigali for Volcanoes National Park. The park is located in Northwestern Rwanda and runs along the Border of Uganda and DRC. Volcanoes is 105 km West of Kigali Town, by road it takes only 2 hours to drive on a comfortable tarmac road to the Park.
Guests who stay in Kinigi or Musanze are located closer to Volcanoes National Park hence are pick alittle later for the trip. The Golden monkey trek begins by reporting to the park headquarters at 0700 hours for a briefing.
Professional friendly guides offer a brief you on what to expect on your trip and the guidelines (the do’s and don’ts). After the briefing you will drive to the trailhead at the edge of the park about 15 minutes away.
For a small fee, you’ll also have the choice to hire a porter to accompany you on the trek, to help carry your backpack and offer a hand during tricky parts of the hike. Even if you don’t really need them, hiring a porter is a helpful way to contribute directly to the local economy.
The actual trek in search of these wonderful creatures then starts by 0800 hours in the company of your trekking guides. You travel through villages and farmland before getting to higher elevation.
The duration of your trek depends on the location of the golden monkey group. The monkeys can cover a fair amount of distance daily, so it can sometimes take a while for the trackers to locate them.
They can easily be found (within about 30 to 60 minutes) since they usually inhabit the foothills of the mountains in the bamboo forest.
The two groups of habituated monkeys are getting more used to their human visitors, so don't be surprised if they jump quite close, and be aware of standing directly underneath a group in the trees, as little ‘presents’ can drop down at times!
Once you’re with the golden monkeys, you’re allowed an hour, maximum, with them before heading back.
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Golden Monkey Trekking Rules |
* You won’t be allowed to eat or drink when you’re with the golden monkeys, and smoking is not allowed during the trek
* When you’re with your group, you should try not to make sudden movements and to keep your voices low so that the group remains relaxed. Although these monkeys are now used to seeing people, do bear in mind that they are still wild animals and can sometimes react unexpectedly, so always heed your guide’s and trackers’ instructions
Booking & Reservations for Golden Monkey Tracking Volcanoes National Park 1 Day Trip Safari Contacts;
Booking Office Tel: + 254 718-179-967
Mobile/ Whatsapp : + 254 721-242-711
Mobile : + 254 780-242-711
Email: [email protected]
Website: www.africanspicesafaris.com
2 Day Rwanda Hiking Tour Mt Karisimbi Volcanoes National Park
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2 Day Rwanda Hiking Tour Mt Karisimbi Volcanoes National Park |
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2 Day Rwanda Hiking Tour Mt Karisimbi Volcanoes National Park | Volcanoes National Park Mountain Hiking Rwanda |
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2 Day Rwanda Hiking Tour Mt Karisimbi Volcanoes National Park is a short two-day guided trek to the summit of Mt Karisimbi in Rwanda. The name Karisimbi in Kinyarwanda means snow. Snow can mostly be found during the dry season in June, July and August on the top of the volcano.
Mount Karisimbi is an inactive volcano in the Virunga Mountains on the border between Rwanda and the Democratic Republic of Congo. Karisimbi is the 11th highest mountain of Africa standing at 4,507 metres or (14,787 feet).
Being a dormant volcano, it is the highest of 8 in the Virunga volcanic chain and the highest point of Rwanda. Climbing Mt Karisimbi (6th highest mountain in Africa, after Kilimanjaro, Mount Kenya, Ruwenzori, Mount Meru (Tanzania) and Ras Dashen in Ethiopia’s Simien Mountains) is a two-day excursion.
It's a long trek, without any technical barriers. The mountain is located 30 km from Lake Kivu and the drive from the capital of Rwanda, Kigali to Mount Karisimbi about 80 km.
Our 2 day Mt Karisimbi climbing tour begins from Kigali International Airport or Kigali city. The drive takes about 2 hours. Once at the Volcanoes National Park headquarters you will meet your guide and begin your drive to the the start point for your trek.
From here it’s a drive of an hour or so to the start of the trail, at around 2,600 meters/ 8500 feet above sea level, where you will join your porters, and begin the trek.
On the first day, you spend 6 hours hiking and climbing to the 3700 meter/ 12100 feet above sea level where you stay at an overnight camp on the slopes of Mt Karisimbi. (Camping gear and food is required for this trip…and though you are in Africa, it gets cold here at night).
The next day you continue to the summit at about 4,507 meters/ 14,787 feet). The summit offers spectacular and magnificent views of different volcanoes including Nyiragongo and Nyamulagira volcanoes. The descent takes about 6 hours.
A hike to Karisimbi’s summit is not an ordinary one, but also affords sights of several bird varieties, primates like monkeys and Gorillas since the volcano lies in the primates’ park of Parc National des Volcans (Volcanoes national park).
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2 Day Rwanda Hiking Tour Mt Karisimbi Volcanoes National Park Summery Itinerary |
Day 1: 0530 Hours: Depart Kigali – Transfer to Volcanoes National Park park headquarters. Hike for 6 hours (climbing to 3700 meters above level for overnight
Day 2: 0530 Hours: Hike to the summit for sunrise. After summiting Mt Karisimbi, you will head back down the volcano and re-join your vehicle and guide at the car park. Descend takes about 6 hours. Drive back to Kigali
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2 Day Rwanda Hiking Tour Mt Karisimbi Volcanoes National Park Prices |
| Dates From | Dates To | Price Per Person |
Children Aged 15 Years and above |
| 1st January 2020 | 31st December 2020 | Request for rates | Request for rates |
Notes
* Meals included: All meals are included
* Climbing Mount Karisimbi needs to be arranged at least 2 days in advance
* Duration of excursion: This is a 2 day hiking trip, with an overnight camp on the slopes of Mt Karisimbi
* Guide: You will be joined by an experienced guide from the Volcanoes National Park, along with a team of porters
* Fitness requirements: This trek can be quite strenuous, and while it does not require mountaineering skills, you do need a high level of physical fitness. You will be trekking at altitude up steep slopes and over rough terrain
* Best time of year: Climbing Mt Karisimbi is highly dependent on weather conditions. It should only be attempted in the dry season, between June and August, and even then it is inadvisable to climb in poor weather
* What to take: As well as walking boots, do bring walking poles if required. It’s advisable to carry a small day sack with water for your trek and a warm jacket or similar for the upper slopes, where temperatures can drop well below freezing at night. Any other personal kit will be carried by the porters, along with camping equipment, sleeping bags, food and drink
2 Day Rwanda Hiking Tour Mt Karisimbi Volcanoes National Park Prices Include:
* Porter fees
* Guiding fees Porter
* Entrance Permit fees
* Comfortable safari vehicle
* 3 Meals per day while on the hike/ trail
* Professional full time English speaking Driver Guide
* Bottled mineral water for refreshment while on the trip
* Camp Accommodation on the slopes of Mount Karisimbi (at 3700 meter/ 12100 feet above sea level)
2 Day Rwanda Hiking Tour Mt Karisimbi Volcanoes National Park Prices Exclude:
* Drinks
* Tips or gratuity
* Travelers insurance
* Communication charges
* Minimum of 1 person required
* Visas, international airfares and airport taxes; meals
* Sightseeing not included in the package; optional activities
* Personal expenses such as transfers to/ from the airport (supplement airport transfer cost applies for tours starting from the airport)
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2 Day Rwanda Hiking Tour Mt Karisimbi Volcanoes National Park Detailed Itinerary |
Day 1: Kigali – Drive to Mount Karisimbi Volcanoes National Parks (6 hour Hike)
0530 Hours: Your driver guide will pick you up from your hotel in Kigali and depart by road to Ruhengeri Volcanoes National Park headquarters to meet your mountain hiking guide. Here is where briefing and registration takes place. You will get an Overview of the Hike.
From here it’s a drive of an hour or so to the start of the trail, at around 2,600m above sea level, where you will join your porters, and begin the trek.
Over the course of the day you will hike through a number of different vegetation zones, starting with the bamboo forest on the lower slopes, where you can visit Dian Fossey’s tomb for an additional fee.
On the higher slopes you will find hagania-hypericum forest, then higher still the open hillside is dotted with giant lobelia and senecio. The Virunga Mountains are home to a wide array of wildlife and birds, and keep an eye out for birds as you go.
Your camp for the night will be at 3700 meter/ 12100 feet above sea level a basic mountain camp with small, backpacking-style tents. Here you can enjoy a well-earned rest and a hearty meal before settling into your sleeping bag for the night.
Overnight Accommodation: Slopes of Mount Mt Karisimbi Camp (3700 meter/ 12100 feet)
Meal Plan: {Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner}
Day 2: Hike to the Summit Mount Karisimbi Volcanoes National Parks
0530 Hours: After early morning cup of coffee, we begin our hike in order to reach the summit of the mountain. Although no climbing skills are required, the final ascent is physically demanding as you will be hiking up steep slopes at high altitude.
0730 Hours: After around two hours you should reach the top, from where you can peer down in to the steaming crater below. You will be on the edge of the Congolese border, and on a clear day the views from the top are beautiful.
You will enjoy breathtaking panoramas of other volcanoes of the Virunga conservation region. These include Nyamuragira, Mount Muhabura, Mount Nyiragongo to the west, Mount Bisoke to the east, and Mount Mikeno to the north.
After enjoying your time at the summit descent to the starting point where you will meet your driver guide.The descent typically takes around 6 hours. Meet up with your driver guide and proceed for late lunch en-route to Kigali city.
Booking & Reservations for 2 Day Rwanda Hiking Tour Mt Karisimbi Volcanoes National Park Contacts;
Booking Office Tel: + 254 718-179-967
Mobile/ WhatsApp : + 254 721-242-711
Mobile : + 254 780-242-711
Email: [email protected]
Website: www.africanspicesafaris.com
2 Days 1 Night Kigali Lake Kivu Rwanda Holidaybreak
2 Days 1 Night Kigali Lake Kivu Rwanda Holidaybreak
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2 Days 1 Night Kigali Lake Kivu Rwanda Holidaybreak | 2 Days Lake Kivu Weekend Break | Lake Kivu Rwanda Romantic Getaways |
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2 Days 1 Night Kigali Lake Kivu Rwanda Holidaybreak is perfect for anyone looking to relax and get away from it all. So whether you’re on your own, a couple or with a family, our overnight visit to Lake Kivu is the best way to experience Rwanda’s largest Lake, and the sixth largest lake in Africa.
Lake Kivu’s 3 main towns are roughly 3 to 4 hours drive apart from each other. These are Gisenyi (Rubavu), Kibuye (Karongi) and Cyangugu (Rusizi). The tour begins with a drive from Kigali to Gisenyi – known for its beautiful Lake Kivu.
The drive goes through beautiful hills covered with pine trees, eucalyptus and other tropical trees, through beautiful roads, past villages that allow you to peek into Rwanadan country life.
You will see serene looking farmlands, colorfully dressed women and frolicking kids, women carrying the famous Rwandan baskets with utmost ease on their heads, men carrying pots, village market places etc.
We visit Gisenyi (also referred to by its new name Rubavu) the largest city on the shores of Lake Kivu which spread over several hills on the northern edge of Lake Kivu.
Some of our favorite places to stay at, around the area of Lake Kivu include Luxury Lake Kivu Serena Hotel, Palm Beach Resort, Inzozi Beach Hotel etc. Ask us for more details of what's where, and what's likely to suit you best! Visit Lake Kivu to relax, explore and have fun while you are in Gisenyi!
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2 Days 1 Night Kigali Lake Kivu Rwanda Holidaybreak Optional activities |
* Relax and Chill out – Lake Kivu: Lake Kivu is the perfect place to just be instead of doing, the relax, read a book, enjoy the tropical sun, the splendid views of the Lake, the Islands, the Mountains, fishing boats, the smell of the water, the light breeze
* Swimming in Lake Kivu – Rwanda: Swim in the Lake. There are no hippos, crocodiles and no Bilharzia found in Lake Kivu making it the perfect lake in Africa to swim in. The temperature at the Lake is just right and the water is not too cold-perfect to dive in get refreshed
* Water Sports on Lake Kivu – Sailing, Wind-Surfing, Kayaking, Motor Boats & Fishing: There are lots of water sports to indulge in on Lake Kivu, from paddling to one of the explorable island to sailing across this beautiful lake are activities that are most enjoyable for most
* Hiking and Biking – Around and near Lake Kivu: Lake Kivu is the perfect location for 1/2 day or full day longer hikes – nature walks and bike rides. This includes venturing out on the newly developed Nile-Congo Trail where you can hike or bike along
* From Crop to a Cup of Coffee Tour – Lake Kivu: The half day excursion includes a boat ride on Lake Kivu to Nyamirundi Island where you learn and take part in the process of seeing the coffee process from crop to cup.
* Rosamond Carr Imbabazi Orphanage – Lake Kivu: Imbabazi Orphanage was started Rosamond who lived for many years in the Mugongo area where she started a flower plantation/ that supplied hotels with fresh flowers from Kigali to locally. She was a very close friend of Dian Fossey. Stroll through the English Garden – Enjoy views of the Volcanoes
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2 Days 1 Night Kigali Lake Kivu Rwanda Holidaybreak Summary Itinerary |
DAY 1: Pickup from Kigali City/ Airport and transfer to Lake Kivu Gisenyi (Rubavu) Town
DAY 2: Gisenyi (Rubavu) City Tour – transfer to Kigali or airport for your onward flight
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2 Days 1 Night Kigali Lake Kivu Rwanda Holidaybreak Prices |
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Single Room (1 Guest) |
Double Room (2 Guests) |
Children Aged 3 to 12 Years |
| 1st January 2019 | 31st December 2019 | Request for Prices | Request for Prices | Request for Prices |
Notes
* Any of the above activities can be added on to your visit to Gisenyi. Kindly confirm wit African Spice Safaris what you would like to do and we shall send you an itinerary that includes your favorite activity and price for the tour as well
2 Days 1 Night Kigali Lake Kivu Rwanda Holidaybreak Prices Include:
* Boat ride
* Visit the local fishing villages
* Enjoy a City tour of Gisenyi/ Rubovu
* Bottled mineral water while on safari
* Service of an English speaking driver guide
* Return transportation from Kigali on a 4×4 safari vehicle
* 1 Night Accommodation and meals (Lunch & Dinner) at your choice of hotel in Gisenyi
2 Days 1 Night Kigali Lake Kivu Rwanda Holidaybreak Prices Exclude:
* Visa Fees
* International Flights
* Expenses of personal nature such as; personal insurance, drinks, guide tips, laundry, telephone, cigarettes
* Additional accommodation in Kigali before the tour departs and on the last day can be arranged for extra cost
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2 Days 1 Night Kigali Lake Kivu Rwanda Holidaybreak Detailed Itinerary |
Day 1: Kigali Rwanda – Drive to Lake Kivu Gisenyi (Rubavu) Town (Travel time +3 Hours)
Breakfast at your hotel in Kigali, then depart by road to Gisenyi-waterfront town on the shores of Lake Kivu. Upon your arrival, you will embark on a boat ride and visit the local fishing villages.
Return to the shores and have lunch at your hotel/ lodge, and later relax while you enjoy swimming, reading a book at the shores, while you enjoy the tropical sun, and splendid view of Lake Kivu, the Mountains, the islands, the fishing boats, and the breeze. Enjoy views of Nyiragongo Volcanoes in DR Congo.
Accommodation Options
Luxury Accommodation: Lake Kivu Serena Hotel, Belvedere Hotel, Hakuna Matata Lodge, Stipp Hotel Gisenyi
Mid Range Accommodation:Palm Gardens Resort, Hotel Diane Fossey Nyiramacibiri, Gorillas Lake Kivu Hotel
Budget Accommodation:Paradise Marahide, Blessington Motel, Guest House La Serenite, La Corniche Motel
Meal Plan: (Lunch & Dinner)
Day 2: Lake Kivu Gisenyi (Rubavu) Town – Kigali Rwanda
After breakfast, enjoy a city tour of Rubavu and later transfer to Kigali through the view of the thousand hills. Upon arrival, you will have a city tour where you will visit the Genocide memorial grounds, local markets, museum, craft shops, do some shopping and later transfer to the airport for your flight back home.
Meal Plan: (Breakfast & Lunch)
Booking & Reservations for 2 Days 1 Night Kigali Lake Kivu Rwanda Holidaybreak Contacts;
Booking Office Tel: + 254 718-179-967
Mobile/ WhatsApp : + 254 721-242-711
Mobile : + 254 780-242-711
Email: [email protected]
Website: www.africanspicesafaris.com