Land of a Thousand Hills
Land of a Thousand Hills is a 6-day / 5-night road safari travelling from Kigali through Nyanza, Huye, Nyungwe, and Lake Kivu before concluding in Kigali. The route…
Overview
A signature journey, designed by East African specialists.
Land of a Thousand Hills is a 6-day / 5-night road safari travelling from Kigali through Nyanza, Huye, Nyungwe, and Lake Kivu before concluding in Kigali. The route ranges from Rwanda's royal, cultural and historical heritage in Nyanza, Rwanda's royal, cultural and historical heritage in Huye, and ancient montane rainforest, primate diversity and sweeping forest scenery in Nyungwe National Park before continuing through additional contrasting landscapes. Road travel reveals the changing scenery between destinations, while each day balances transfers with game drives, guided experiences and time at the lodge or camp.
Signature Highlights
Moments that define this journey.
Nyanza: Rwanda's royal, cultural and historical heritage.
Huye: Rwanda's royal, cultural and historical heritage.
Nyungwe National Park: ancient montane rainforest, primate diversity and sweeping forest scenery.
Lake Kivu: relaxed lakeside scenery, green hills and a gentle change of pace.
Scenic overland travel linking the featured destinations.
Depart Kigali and travel by road to Huye. The route incorporates Nyanza as an en-route stop or scheduled visit, subject to time and operating conditions. After arrival and time to settle in, enjoy guided cultural and heritage visits.
Depart Huye and travel by road to Nyungwe National Park. After arrival and time to settle in, enjoy guided forest exploration, with chimpanzee tracking or canopy activities where included in the itinerary.
Spend the day enjoying guided forest exploration, with chimpanzee tracking or canopy activities where included in the itinerary. Morning and afternoon experiences are arranged around local conditions, with time between outings to relax and enjoy the surroundings.
Depart Nyungwe National Park and travel by road to Lake Kivu. After arrival and time to settle in, enjoy lakeside leisure and locally arranged exploration.
Spend the day enjoying lakeside leisure and locally arranged exploration. Morning and afternoon experiences are arranged around local conditions, with time between outings to relax and enjoy the surroundings.
After breakfast and, time permitting, a final morning experience, begin the onward road journey to Kigali. The safari concludes with a transfer to your hotel, airport or onward departure point in Kigali.
Included
- Transport in a custom safari vehicle suited to the road sectors shown in the itinerary.
- Services of professional English-speaking driver-guides and local guides where required.
- Accommodation and meals as specified in the itinerary.
- Scheduled game drives, excursions and transfers described in the itinerary.
- Park, reserve, conservancy and attraction fees listed under Inclusions.
- Bottled drinking water during the principal safari transfers and game drives.
Not included
- International flights unless listed under Inclusions.
- Visa costs, travel insurance, vaccinations and personal medical expenses.
- Premium drinks, laundry and personal purchases unless otherwise stated.
- Optional activities, private arrangements and permit upgrades not listed under Inclusions.
- Gratuities and any service not listed under Inclusions.
Timing depends on your destination and interests. Your consultant will recommend the best window for wildlife, weather and availability when building your quote.
Yes — every safari is privately quoted. We can adjust duration, swap camps, add extensions, or design this around a specific occasion.
Our standard quotes are for private departures of 2–6 guests. Larger family or affinity groups are accommodated with dedicated vehicles and guides.
Most camps accept children from age 6, with selected properties offering dedicated family suites and guide programmes for younger guests.
Route
Where this journey takes you.
Kigali – Nyanza – Huye – Nyungwe – Lake Kivu – Kigali
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