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Modern Rwanda is a nation rooted in its past, yet firmly set on its future. This wave of optimism has made the country's beauty all the more captivating on foot. Begin your journey in the lush&nbsp;Nyungwe Forest to trek along the Igishigishigi&nbsp;Trail, crossing suspension bridges to witness the vast forest canopy&nbsp;below. Head out in search of Chimpanzees and spend time observing these incredible primates. Continue along the shimmering coast of Lake Kivu and savour&nbsp;views of coffee estates draping the hills&nbsp;as you listen to stories of the nation’s resilience. Then, hike into the Virunga Mountain Range to track families of Silverback gorillas and learn about local conservation efforts—a heart-stirring experience that will leave you deeply connected to the people and primates inhabiting this beautiful land.&nbsp;﻿Please note the price does not include the chimp trekking permit ($150 USD per person) and gorilla permits ($1, 500 USD per person, per trek).This trip is capped at 12 travellers.&nbsp;

Explore the 'land of a thousand hills'

After meeting our guides, we’ll catch a quick flight westward to Kamembe. Feel the pulse and heart of Rwanda as we begin walking through local communities and along well-trodden paths. After a gentle up climb, we’ll arrive at One &amp; Only Nyungwe House for a relaxing afternoon and dinner. TRA

Head deep into the forest on a canopy walk exploring the Igishigishigi Trail, crossing suspension bridges with incredible views over the forest canopy. Then we’re off to the Giskrua Tea Factory for a tour and infusion tasting. This evening, we’ll visit the Africa Parks Headquarters for an insider look at how the organization is managing Nyungwe Park.

Embark on a chimpanzee tracking adventure, wandering through the forest and listening for vocalizations to spot these incredible primates. Once spotted, we’ll spend up to an hour observing them. The rest of the afternoon is ours to enjoy the beautiful hotel property before regrouping for a tea ceremony and dinner.

We’re off to the coast of the vast Lake Kivu today, embarking on a short walk and arriving at Cleo Lodge in time for a late lunch. Later this afternoon, we’ll regroup for a sunset cocktail on the lake, admiring the fishermen as they head out for the night. 

Our walk begins in Kinunu, where bright green coffee estates blanket the surrounding hillsides. While we walk, we’ll hear about the coffee washing stations speckled across the hillsides and the economic impact the stations have on local farmers. Tonight, we’ll enjoy dinner on the terrace at the hotel. 

We’re off to Musanze today where we’ll begin our walk just outside of town, sharing the trail with the local community with stunning views of Sabyinyo Volcano in the distance. After lunch at the lodge, we’ll be joined by a former gorilla tracker and learn about the vital conservation efforts for primates.

Head out early this morning for a full day of gorilla tracking in the Virunga Mountain Range. With our expert trackers, we’ll make our way to the trailhead in search of family groups of Silverback gorillas—the sight of these primates is exhilarating. Tonight, we'll enjoy dinner at the lodge.

Choose between another gorilla trek, setting off in search of a different family, or a hike out at Twin Lakes, embarking on an easygoing lakeside walk and picnic lunch. We’ll then regroup at the lodge for a final celebration dinner, reflecting on an incredible journey in Rwanda.

After a relaxing morning at the lodge, we’ll drive back to Kigali for onward travels. 

One & Only Nyungwe House

Cleo Lake Kivu

Wilderness Sabyinyo

Our Limited Edition Rwanda Hiking trip offers an unparalleled journey through the Land of a Thousand Hills, blending extraordinary wildlife encounters with exclusive cultural experiences. Over nine days, you’ll explore Rwanda’s lush landscapes, home to tea and coffee cooperatives, rich history, and vibrant culture. The stars of the journey are undoubtedly the primates—you’ll have multiple opportunities to track both chimpanzees and Silverback gorillas in their natural habitats, getting within metres of these magnificent creatures while learning about their behaviours and the ongoing conservation efforts to protect them.&nbsp;Beyond the primate encounters, you’ll have access to B&amp;R exclusive hiking routes at the Twin Lakes with views of the Virunga Volcanoes and immersive trails along Lake Kivu and into Nyungwe House. Along the way, you’ll also meet conservation experts and a former gorilla tracker, gaining rare insights into the impactful work being done in Rwanda to preserve its wildlife and ecosystems.

Contemporary Rwanda is a country moored by its recent past, yet firmly set on its future. Everywhere you look, the country is churning and forward-looking. With this influx of optimism the exceptional beauty of Rwanda has never been more intriguing: cloud forests that house some of the world’s remaining mountain gorillas, burgeoning coffee production which carpets the hills with shiny green leaves as far as the eye can see, incredible mountain ranges comprised of volcanoes, National Parks ripe for discovery, hidden inland beaches—and most importantly, people who are welcoming and eager to share the story of their country and their resiliency.

Trip price is inclusive of a $1,500 Gorilla Permit.

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