4-Day Rwanda Adventure: Golden Monkeys, Bisoke Hike & Culture" Image

4-Day Rwanda Adventure: Golden Monkeys, Bisoke Hike & Culture"

Duration: 4 day's

Description:

Embark on an exciting Golden Monkey trekking experience and a hike up Mount Bisoke in Volcanoes National Park, where you will enjoy stunning views and encounter Rwanda’s unique wildlife. Immerse yourself in Rwandan culture at Iby’Iwacu Cultural Heritage Village, experiencing traditional dances, songs, and local customs. Continue to Ibere rya Bigogwe to explore the cowboy lifestyle, including milking cows, traditional farming, and sampling local food. Conclude your tour with a visit to Gisenyi on Lake Kivu for relaxation and refreshment, enjoying the serene lakeside atmosphere. This tour provides a complete experience of Rwanda’s adventures, culture, wildlife, and breathtaking landscapes, leaving you with unforgettable memories.

Tour Itineraries

  • Day 1

    In the early morning, our professional driver-guide will pick you up from Kigali and embark on a 2.5 to 3-hour scenic drive to Volcanoes National Park headquarters in Musanze District. Upon arrival, complete registration and receive a briefing, then meet your guide and venture into the lush rainforest for a Golden Monkey trekking experience. These rare primates share their habitat with the Mountain Gorillas, making this trek a unique wildlife encounter. After the trek, check in to your accommodation near the park, enjoy lunch, and take time to relax and unwind. In the afternoon, visit Iby’Iwacu Cultural Heritage Village to immerse yourself in traditional Rwandan culture, experiencing local dances, songs, and customs. Return to your accommodation for dinner and overnight stay, preparing for the next day’s adventure.

  • Day 2

    In the early morning, you will head to Volcanoes National Park headquarters for a briefing and to meet your guide. Then embark on the Mount Bisoke hike through the lush rainforest. Mount Bisoke is unique for its crater lake at the summit, offering breathtaking views. During the hike, explore the rich biodiversity of the park and learn more about its flora, fauna, and conservation efforts. After completing the hike, return to your accommodation for lunch, relaxation, and dinner, followed by an overnight stay, preparing for the next day’s adventure.

  • Day 3

    In the late morning, after breakfast, head to Ibere rya Bigogwe, a place known for its green rolling hills, beautiful nature, and horned cows. Immerse yourself in the traditional cowboy culture, experiencing activities such as milking cows, tasting fresh milk, and enjoying roasted local foods like sweet potatoes and maize. You will also use traditional materials, such as Inkongoro, to drink milk, fully embracing the local way of life. After this enriching cultural experience, continue to Gisenyi on Lake Kivu, check in to your accommodation near the lake, and enjoy an overnight stay, preparing for the following day’s activities.

  • Day 4

    In the late morning, after breakfast, embark on a boat ride on Lake Kivu, exploring some of the scenic islands scattered across the lake. Enjoy lunch on the lakeshore, taking time to relax, refresh, and admire the stunning views of the lake and surrounding landscapes. After this peaceful experience, return to Kigali and be dropped off at your accommodation, concluding your Volcanoes, Bigogwe, and Lake Kivu adventure.