Day 2 – Kigali → Akagera National Park (Safari Budget Style)

📍 Akagera National Park

 Transport

• Shared safari vehicle or bus + guide

 Activities

• Afternoon game drive

 Stay

• Budget lodge or campsite (inside/outside park)

Meals

• Packed lunch + simple lodge dinner

Day 3 – Akagera → Lake Kivu (Relaxation)

📍 Lake Kivu

 Transfer

• Long but scenic drive

 Activities

• Beach relaxation
• Swimming
• Sunset views

Stay

• Budget guesthouse in Gisenyi/Karongi

Meals

• Fresh fish by the lake
• Local dishes

Day 4 – Lake Kivu → Nyungwe Forest

📍 Nyungwe Forest National Park

Drive

• Scenic Congo Nile trail route

Activities

• Tea plantation visit
• Short nature walk

Stay

• Budget lodge / guesthouse near park

Meals

• Simple meals at lodge

Day 5 – Nyungwe Forest (Chimpanzees & Canopy Walk)

Morning

• Chimpanzee trekking

Afternoon

• Canopy walk (unique rainforest experience)

 Meals

• Packed lunch + dinner

Day 6 – Nyungwe → Volcanoes National Park

📍 Volcanoes National Park

Transfer

• Full-day drive

Stay

• Budget lodge in Musanze

 Meals

• Local restaurant meals

Day 7 – Golden Monkey Trek / Return to Kigali

Activity Options

• Golden monkey trekking (budget alternative to gorillas)

Return

• Drive back to Kigali

Departure

 Dining Experience (Budget Style)

• Local restaurants & guesthouses
• Typical meals:
  • Rice, beans, grilled meat
  • Fresh fish (Lake Kivu)
  • Fruits

Meals are affordable (~$5–10 each)