Land of a Thousand Hills Air Journey 6 Days / 5 Nights
Land of a Thousand Hills Air Journey is a 6-day / 5-night fly-in safari travelling from Kigali through Nyungwe, Lake Kivu, and Volcanoes before concluding in Kigali. The…
Overview
A signature journey, designed by East African specialists.
Land of a Thousand Hills Air Journey is a 6-day / 5-night fly-in safari travelling from Kigali through Nyungwe, Lake Kivu, and Volcanoes before concluding in Kigali. The route combines ancient montane rainforest, primate diversity and sweeping forest scenery in Nyungwe National Park, relaxed lakeside scenery, green hills and a gentle change of pace in Lake Kivu, and volcanic highlands and Rwanda's celebrated mountain-gorilla region in Volcanoes National Park. Air transfers shorten the longer sectors, leaving more time for game drives, guided experiences and the atmosphere of each destination.
Signature Highlights
Moments that define this journey.
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.
Volcanoes National Park: volcanic highlands and Rwanda's celebrated mountain-gorilla region.
Time-efficient air transfers with coordinated airstrip and lodge connections.
Transfer to the airport or airstrip for the scheduled or charter flight to Nyungwe National Park. On arrival, meet the local guide and transfer to the lodge or camp. 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.
Transfer to the airport or airstrip for the scheduled or charter flight to Lake Kivu. On arrival, meet the local guide and transfer to the lodge or camp. After arrival and time to settle in, enjoy lakeside leisure and locally arranged exploration.
Transfer to the airport or airstrip for the scheduled or charter flight to Volcanoes National Park. On arrival, meet the local guide and transfer to the lodge or camp. After arrival and time to settle in, enjoy a permit-controlled gorilla trek or another scheduled Volcanoes National Park experience.
Spend the day enjoying a permit-controlled gorilla trek or another scheduled Volcanoes National Park experience. 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, transfer to the airstrip or airport for the flight to Kigali. The safari concludes with a transfer to your hotel, airport or onward departure point in Kigali.
Included
- Scheduled or charter flight sectors shown in the itinerary, together with applicable airstrip transfers.
- Shared or private safari transport at the destinations, as specified 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 – Nyungwe – Lake Kivu – Volcanoes – Kigali
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