Bird Watching Tour In Rwanda

5 days—A Majestic 5 days Bird Watching Tour In Rwanda

$3726-3947 USD

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Safari summary

Rwanda: A Jewel in the Albertine Rift For Bird Enthusiasts.
Discover the avian wonders of Rwanda , a country nestled in the embrace of the Albertine Rift, renowned for its dense forests and captivating mountains. This 5 days birdwatching safari promises an enchanting journey through Nyandungu Ecopark, Akagera National Park and Bugesera unveiling a tapestry of over 700 bird species and hosting an impressive arrays of Albertine Rift endermics.

About this tour

	Tour type	Custom, tailor-made, private
	Main focus	Non-safari
	Activity level	Easy activity
	Best months	All months
	Countries	Rwanda
	Parks	Akagera

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Safari highlights

Bird watching—with professional guide
Photography safari—with professional guide
Sightseeing | shopping | markets

What’s included?

Accommodation
Airport transfers
Meals
Park fees
Private vehicle and driver

What’s not included?

Alcoholic beverages
All drinks
Hot air balloons
Internal flights
International flights
Laundry
Premium alcoholic beverages
Spa treatments
Tips and gratuities
Visas

Itinerary

Arrival In kigali

Upon touching down at Kigali International Airport, be welcomed by our knowledgeable guide who will seamlessly transfer you to your chosen haven Serena hotel[ For luxury seekers], Chez Lando[ for mid comfortable mid range seekers] or Fika Café[ for budget friendly explorers] Dive into the history and culture of Rwanda with a city tour and pay a homage to the past at the Kigali Genocide Memorial center. Overnight at your chosen accommodation with a delightful dinner awaiting you.

Serena Hotel, Chez Lando or Fika Café

Nyandungu and Nyarutarama

Nyandungu Ecopark and Nyarutarama Extravaganza Awaken the early bird in you for an exciting morning of birdwatching at Nyandungu Ecopark. Follow this with a city tour and set your sights on more feathered wonders at Nyarutarama artificial lake in the afternoon. Choose to stay at Serena hotel, Chez Lando, or Fika Café for a peaceful night's rest including sumptuous meals.

Serena hotel, Chez Lando or Fika Café

Akagera National Park's Wilderness

Venture into Akagera National Park's Wilderness Embark on a thrilling journey to the eastern part of Rwanda, where the Akagera National Park awaits with the mosaic of acacia and papyrus landscapes. A game drive presents the opportunity to encounter the red faced barbet, Bennett's woodpeckers, papyrus gonolek and array of warblers. Retire to the Ruzizi Tented Lodge[ for high end luxury] or Akagera Game Lodge[ midrange comfort] for an evening filled with delightful cuisine.

Ruzizi Tented Lodge or Akagera Game Lodge

Morning safari in Akagera

Morning safari in Akagera, Return to Kigali Start your day with a sumptuous breakfast and another exhilarating game drive in Akagera National Park. Witness leopards, elephants, buffaloes, giraffes, Zebras and Antelopes in their natural habitat. After a day filled with nature's spectacle, head back to Kigali where Serena hotel, Chez Lando or Fika Café awaits you for a night of relaxation and delectable dining.

Serena hotel, Chez Lando or Fika Café

Bugesera and Departure

Embark on a final day of adventure as you delve into the avian wonders Bugesera valley. Return to Kigali in the afternoon, with a city tour to cap off your journey. Depending on your flight time , enjoy a farewell lunch before your departure. Note: For those seeking more avian delights, this tour can be extended to Nyungwe NP a haven to 310 bird species include rare blue turaco, Volcanoes NP known for 178 bird species include Rwenzori Turaco, Rugezi swamp, R. Mukungwa wetland and other IBAs.

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