6-Day Akagera Big 5 & Primate Adventure
Classic mix of Akagera’s Big Five wildlife and the rare black rhinos with Nyungwe’s rainforest primates—perfect for those craving safari and trekking.
Snapshot Summary
Highlight |
Details |
Duration |
6 Days / 5 Nights |
Operator |
AGASARO SAFARIS |
Luxury Lodges |
Magashi Camp;
One&Only Nyungwe; Bisate Lodge |
Mid-Range Lodges |
Ruzizi Tented Lodge,
Nyungwe Top View Hotel, Mountain Gorilla View Lodge |
Key Experiences |
Big Five game drive •
chimp trek • golden monkeys • canopy walk |
Meals |
B/L/D Days 1–5; B Day
6 |
Transfers |
Private 4×4
Kigali→Akagera→Nyungwe→Musanze→Kigali |

Detailed Itinerary
Day 1: Kigali → Akagera National Park
- Scenic drive to Akagera; check in and relax at Magashi Camp or Ruzizi Tented Lodge.
Day 2: Big Five Game Drive & Boat Safari
- Early morning game drive in Akagera; enjoy a boat cruise on Lake Ihema in the afternoon.
Day 3: Transfer to Nyungwe Forest
- Drive south through Rwanda’s lush landscapes to Nyungwe; check in and take an optional nature walk.
Day 4: Chimpanzee Trekking & Canopy Walk
- Track chimpanzees at dawn; later, experience the iconic Canopy Walk over the ancient rainforest.
Day 5: Golden Monkey Trek & Drive to Musanze
- Morning golden monkey tracking; afternoon transfer north to Musanze near Volcanoes NP.
Day 6: Return to Kigali & Departure
- After breakfast, drive back to Kigali; drop-off for departure or onward travel.
- Park entry & permits (chimps, golden monkeys)
- Game drives, canopy, and boat safari
- Full board accommodations
- Private 4×4 transport
Exclusions:
- International & charter flights
- Visas & travel insurance
- Gratuities
- Alcoholic beverages
- Personal expenses