What are the best luxury lodges in Rwanda?

Leading options include Magashi Camp in Akagera, One&Only Gorilla's Nest, Singita Kwitonda and Bisate Lodge near Volcanoes National Park, and One&Only Nyungwe House in Nyungwe.

Can I fly between parks in Rwanda?

Yes. Private helicopter transfers link Kigali, Akagera, Volcanoes and Nyungwe, saving hours of driving. They can be added at extra cost.

How many days do I need for a luxury Rwanda safari?

Ten to twelve days lets you enjoy Akagera, Volcanoes and Nyungwe at a relaxed pace with three nights in each.

Is this safari suitable for families?

Yes, for families with children aged 15 or over who can join the gorilla trek. Younger children can enjoy Akagera and lodge activities.

What makes an ultra luxury Rwanda safari different?

You stay in the country's most exclusive lodges, enjoy private guiding and VIP service, and have three nights in each place, so the pace is relaxed.

What monkeys can I see in Nyungwe?

Besides chimpanzees, Nyungwe is home to large troops of Angola colobus, L'Hoest's monkeys and several other primate species.

How far ahead should I book?

Book nine to twelve months ahead, as these lodges have few rooms and gorilla permits are limited each day.

Ultra Luxury Rwanda Safari: 11 Days of Incredible Wildlife

This ultra luxury Rwanda safari spends three nights each at Magashi Camp, One&Only Gorilla’s Nest and One&Only Nyungwe House for the ultimate primate and wildlife journey.

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Overview

This ultra luxury Rwanda safari is our most indulgent journey. Over eleven days you stay three nights each in three of the country’s finest lodges: Magashi Camp in Akagera, One&Only Gorilla’s Nest near Volcanoes National Park, and One&Only Nyungwe House on a tea estate beside the rainforest.

The pace is slow and the service seamless, with private guiding, VIP transfers and the option of helicopter flights between parks.

Why choose an ultra luxury Rwanda safari?

Three nights in each place changes everything. You never feel rushed, you have time to enjoy your suite and spa, and you can choose activities around your mood and the weather.

Savannah: private game drives, bush walks and boat trips at Magashi.
Volcanoes: gorillas, golden monkeys and village culture.
Rainforest: chimps, colobus monkeys and the canopy walk.

What to expect on your ultra luxury Rwanda safari

After a VIP welcome and a night at a boutique hotel in Kigali, you travel to Magashi Camp in northern Akagera. Days two to four are spent on game drives, guided bush walks, boat cruises and catch-and-release fishing on Lake Rwanyakazinga.

On day five you move to One&Only Gorilla’s Nest. Day six is your gorilla trek, and day seven brings golden monkeys and the Gorilla Guardians Village.

Day eight takes you southwest to One&Only Nyungwe House, by road along Lake Kivu or by helicopter. Day nine is a dawn chimpanzee trek and the canopy walk, day ten a colobus monkey trek, and day eleven a tea estate walk before your flight home.

How fit do you need to be?

Activities at Magashi are gentle. Gorilla and chimp treks can take several hours on steep ground, but porters, walking sticks and a relaxed pace make them manageable for most travellers.

Best time for an ultra luxury Rwanda safari

June to September and December to February are the most popular months. These lodges have few rooms, so we recommend booking nine to twelve months ahead to secure your dates and permits.

Read our guide to gorilla trekking in Rwanda, or see our shorter luxury gorilla trekking Rwanda safari. Forest information is on Visit Rwanda’s Nyungwe National Park page.

How much does the ultra luxury Rwanda safari cost?

Price on request. The cost depends on your travel dates, group size, the season and the lodges you choose, so we prepare every quote personally rather than showing one fixed price.

WhatsApp us on +254 706 223888, email [email protected] or send the enquiry form on this page, and we will share a detailed quote for your dates.

Safari Highlights

Three nights at Magashi Camp in private northern Akagera
Three nights at One&Only Gorilla's Nest for gorillas and golden monkeys
Three nights at One&Only Nyungwe House for chimps and colobus
Canopy walk and guided tea estate walk
VIP service with optional helicopter transfers

Day 01 :

Arrival in Kigali

Upon arrival at Kigali International Airport, you will receive a VIP welcome from the Divulge Adventures team and transfer to your boutique hotel to check in and rest. Dinner and overnight at The Retreat by Heaven

Day 02 :

Kigali - Akagera National Park (Magashi Camp)

After an early breakfast, drive to Akagera's north gate, where the camp's guides will meet you for the short drive to camp. Settle into your tent overlooking Lake Rwanyakazinga and enjoy your first activities, such as an evening game drive or boat cruise. Dinner and overnight at Magashi Camp

Day 03 :

Akagera Safari Activities

Spend the day enjoying Magashi's activities with expert guides: morning and evening game drives in search of lions, elephants, rhinos and buffaloes, guided bush walks to learn tracking and bird calls, and boat cruises among hippos and crocodiles. Dinner and overnight at Magashi Camp

Day 04 :

Akagera Safari Activities

Enjoy another full day of activities at your own pace, perhaps adding catch-and-release fishing on the lake or a sundowner overlooking the wetlands. Dinner and overnight at Magashi Camp

Day 05 :

Akagera - Volcanoes National Park (One&Only Gorilla's Nest)

After breakfast, check out and drive to Volcanoes National Park with a lunch stop in Kigali, or take an optional helicopter transfer at extra cost. Check in at your lodge and enjoy a free afternoon, with optional nature walks nearby. Dinner and overnight at One&Only Gorilla's Nest

Day 06 :

Mountain Gorilla Trekking

After an early breakfast, join the 7:00 AM briefing at the park headquarters and trek to a mountain gorilla family, with hikes ranging from 30 minutes to over 4 hours. Spend one magical hour with the gorillas, then return to the lodge for lunch and a restful afternoon. Dinner and overnight at One&Only Gorilla's Nest

Day 07 :

Golden Monkey Trekking and Gorilla Guardians Village

After breakfast, trek to a troop of golden monkeys in the bamboo forest. Return to the lodge for lunch. In the afternoon, visit the Gorilla Guardians Village to enjoy traditional dances and learn about local life and conservation. Dinner and overnight at One&Only Gorilla's Nest

Day 08 :

Volcanoes National Park - Nyungwe (One&Only Nyungwe House)

After breakfast, travel southwest to Nyungwe by road along the scenic Lake Kivu shoreline or by optional helicopter. Arrive for lunch and spend the afternoon enjoying the lodge's tea estate setting. Dinner and overnight at One&Only Nyungwe House

Day 09 :

Chimpanzee Trekking and Canopy Walk

Set off early with a packed breakfast to track chimpanzees, spending about one hour with the community before returning to the lodge by late morning. In the afternoon, walk the canopy walkway and its towers with a guide who will introduce you to the forest's plants and wildlife. Dinner and overnight at One&Only Nyungwe House

Day 10 :

Colobus Monkey Trek

After breakfast, hike to find a large troop of Angola colobus monkeys, with excellent chances of forest birds such as turacos and hornbills. Return for lunch and an afternoon at leisure. Dinner and overnight at One&Only Nyungwe House

Day 11 :

Tea Plantation - Kigali (Departure)

After breakfast, enjoy a guided walk through the surrounding tea estate and meet local tea pickers. Check out and drive or fly back to Kigali for your transfer to Kigali International Airport and your flight home.