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7-Day Rwanda Birding & Nature Tour

Journey Overview

Rwanda punches above its weight for birding with over 700 species in a small area. This 7-day tour covers three diverse habitats: Nyungwe National Park's montane rainforest for Albertine Rift endemics, Volcanoes National Park's afro-alpine zone, and Akagera National Park's savannah wetlands. Target species include the handsome francolin, Ruwenzori turaco, and shoebill. Suitable for both dedicated birders and nature enthusiasts.

Destinations

Nyungwe NP, Volcanoes NP, Akagera NP

Group Size

Small Group (Max 4)

Best Season

November–April

Difficulty

Moderate

Style

birding, nature, wildlife, photography, specialist

Duration

7 Days / 6 Nights

Your Journey Day by Day

1

Kigali – Nyungwe NP

Pickup at Kigali. Afternoon birding along the Nyungwe canopy walkway.

Canopy walk, birding
Nyungwe Top View Hill Hotel
Lunch, Dinner
Private 4x4 vehicle
4

Volcanoes NP Birding

Full day birding in Volcanoes NP for Albertine Rift endemics.

Birding, nature walk
Mountain Gorilla View Lodge
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Private 4x4 vehicle
7

Akagera to Kigali – Departure

Morning game drive in Akagera for savannah species. Return to Kigali.

Game drive, return transfer
None
Breakfast, Lunch
Private 4x4 vehicle

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