Kigali

Morning:
Travel:
Book an early morning flight from Nairobi to Kigali (approx. 1.5 hours).
Arrive at Kigali International Airport and check into your hotel.

Afternoon:
Lunch: Enjoy a local meal at Heaven Restaurant or Kigali Serena Hotel.
Explore Kigali:
Visit the Kigali Genocide Memorial to learn about Rwanda’s history and resilience.
Tour the Inema Arts Center for contemporary Rwandan art.
Explore local markets like Kimironko Market for souvenirs and fresh produce.

Evening:
Dinner: Try Rwandan cuisine at Republica Restaurant.
Relax at your hotel or enjoy Kigali's nightlife at places like Rooftop Bar at Kigali Marriott.

Morning:
Travel to Volcanoes National Park:
Leave Kigali early (approx. 2-3 hours by road). Pre-book your gorilla trekking permit (costs around $1,500).
Attend the morning briefing at the park headquarters.
Gorilla Trekking:
Embark on a trek to see mountain gorillas in their natural habitat. This once-in-a-lifetime experience lasts about 3-6 hours, depending on the gorilla group location.

Afternoon:
Return from the trek and enjoy a packed lunch or a meal at a nearby lodge (e.g., Sabyinyo Silverback Lodge).
Optional: Visit the nearby Iby’Iwacu Cultural Village to experience Rwandan traditions, dance, and cuisine.

Evening:
Stay overnight at a lodge near the park.

Morning:
Travel to Lake Kivu (Gisenyi):
Drive to the picturesque shores of Lake Kivu (approx. 1.5 hours).
Enjoy a boat ride or relax by the lake with stunning views.
Coffee Experience: Visit a coffee plantation and learn about Rwanda’s coffee production.

Afternoon:
Lunch: Dine at a lakeside restaurant, such as Calafia Café in Gisenyi.
Drive back to Kigali (approx. 3-4 hours).

Evening:
Shopping: If time permits, shop for crafts at Caplaki Craft Village.
Transfer to Kigali International Airport for your evening flight back to Nairobi.