Gorillas and Safari Rwanda Family Vacation
This Rwanda family vacation seamlessly combines a gorilla tracking experience in Volcanoes National Park with a traditional safari in the beautiful Akagera National Park, all whilst staying in 2 of Rwanda's most luxurious lodges. This trip is specifically designed with families of teens over the age of 15 years, in order to allow the children to participate in the gorilla trekking. At Magashi Camp at Akagera enjoy day and night game drives, walking safaris, fishing, birding and boating in some of the most scenic savannah in East Africa comprising of woodlands, open plains, lakes, grassy low mountains and swampland.
The area is home to one of Africa's highest hippo densities, some very large crocodiles, and the secretive sitatunga and shoebill stork. By contrast, Volcanoes National Park, protects the steep rainforested slopes of the magnificent Virungas mountain range. Here you will stay at the luxury, eco-lodge, Bisate, in a Forest Villa with outstanding views. The lodge is within easy driving distance of Volcanoes National Park headquarters from where you will depart on your memorable gorilla trek.
Day by Day summary
- Starts - Catch your overnight flight from JFK to Kigali
- 1 night - Kigali Serena Hotel, Kigali, Rwanda
- 3 nights - Magashi Camp, Akagera National Park, Rwanda
- 3 nights - Bisate Lodge, Volcanoes National Park, Rwanda
- Ends - Transfer to Kigali for your international flight home
At a glance
- Rwanda
- 7 Nights
- City
- Safari
Tailormade itineraries
Every Mahlatini trip is custom created to your exact travel wishes – no readymade tours or set departures. Get in touch with our experts to start creating your bespoke itinerary.
Guide Price
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Price per person based on a family of 4
Day-by-day
Our trips are unashamedly high-end but always deliver excellent value for money. Our guide price covers the majority of trip costs upfront, on a per person basis, including international flights and all transfers.
Includes
- Accommodation as specified
- Meals as specified
- All scheduled safari activities offered by the camps or lodges
- Road transfers as detailed in the itinerary
- National Parks and conservation entry fees
- Private safari vehicle
- Private guide
- 1 x Gorilla Tracking Permit per person
- Carbon-offsetting with One Tree Planted
- Conservation donation to Save the Rhino
- Community projects contribution to Uthando
Excludes
- Gratuities
- Personal travel insurance
- Additional activities not offered as scheduled by the accommodation
- Visas and visa fees where relevant
- Beverages with the exception of all inclusive hotels
ACTIVITIES
This sample trip offers countless adventures and activities to ensure lifetime memories are made. From unforgettable thrills to indulgent relaxation, choose those that appeal most and we will curate your perfect itinerary.
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4WD Safari
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Birdwatching
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Boat Trip
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Guided Walking Safari
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Night Drive
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Primate Trekking
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Conservation Experience
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Cultural Experience
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Fishing
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Food Experiences
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Photography Safari
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City Sights
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Wellness/Spa
ICONIC WILDLIFE
Whether you want to tick the Big Five off your bucket list or seek out specific safari species, our expert guides reveal the typical wildlife sightings to expect on this sample trip.
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Zebra
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Spotted Hyena
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Shoebill
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Lion
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Leopard
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Impala
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Hippo
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Gorilla
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Elephant
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Crocodile
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Bushbuck
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Buffalo
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Black Rhino
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Maasai Giraffe
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