Primate Tours
About This Tour
Rwanda in the Sky opens with a genuinely rare experience: an entire day dedicated to seeing Rwanda from a helicopter — the volcanoes of the north, Lake Kivu's shoreline, the terraced thousand hills, and the savannah of the east, all from the air, the way an eagle sees this country. It's the kind of view, and the kind of photograph, that most visitors to Rwanda never get.
The remaining nine days bring you back to the ground for a relaxed, well-paced road trip circuit — culture, wildlife and genuine rest, without the rush. No matter where on Earth you're traveling from, your international flight is arranged and included, along with the helicopter flight, VIP airport handling, luxury lodge accommodation and a dedicated private vehicle and guide throughout. Genuinely the only thing you need to think about is deciding to visit Rwanda — we take care of everything else.
This is our flagship Rwanda luxury safari: not the most activity-packed itinerary we offer, but the most complete, most comfortable, and — thanks to that first day above the clouds — the most visually unforgettable. It's built to be seen, shared and remembered.
Tour Highlights
A full day helicopter flight over all of Rwanda — volcanoes, lakes and hills from above
International business class flights included, from wherever you're traveling from
Nine relaxed days exploring Rwanda by road — culture, wildlife and rest
VIP airport handling on arrival and departure
Luxury lodge accommodation throughout
Fully private vehicle and dedicated guide for the entire trip
Genuinely nothing to arrange — flights, helicopter and everything on the ground handled for you
A once-in-a-lifetime view of Rwanda, built to be photographed and shared
What's Included
Included
International business class flights to and from Rwanda
Full-day helicopter flight over Rwanda (volcanoes, lakes, hills)
VIP airport meet-and-greet with fast-track immigration
Gorilla trekking permit (RDB)
All park and site entrance fees
Dedicated private vehicle and driver-guide for all 10 days
9 nights at luxury lodges, full board
All meals throughout the trip
Full concierge trip planning
Not Included
Visa fees
Travel insurance (comprehensive cover recommended)
Personal spending, spa treatments and alcoholic beverages
Gratuities for guides, drivers and lodge staff
Tour Itinerary
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1Day 1VIP ArrivalInternational business class flight into Kigali. VIP meet-and-greet with fast-track immigration, private transfer to your luxury lodge.
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2Day 2Rwanda in the Sky — The Eagle ViewA full day in the air: a helicopter flight over Volcanoes National Park, Lake Kivu, the terraced thousand hills, and the eastern savannah. See the whole country the way almost no one else does.
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3Day 3Kigali City & CultureA relaxed day exploring Kigali — markets, the Genocide Memorial, local arts and culture.
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4Day 4Transfer to Volcanoes National ParkPrivate drive north, settling into your luxury lodge near the park.
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5Day 5Gorilla TrekkingTrek to visit a habituated mountain gorilla family with your RDB-certified guide.
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6Day 6Transfer to Lake KivuA scenic drive to Lake Kivu's shoreline for two nights of genuine relaxation.
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7Day 7Lake Kivu Leisure DayA full day at leisure — a private boat trip, or simply resting at your lodge.
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8Day 8Transfer to Akagera National ParkPrivate drive east to Akagera National Park, Rwanda's Big Five savannah reserve.
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9Day 9Akagera Big Five SafariA relaxed day of game drives and a boat safari on Lake Ihema.
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10Day 10VIP DeparturePrivate transfer to Kigali International Airport for your international flight home.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the helicopter flight on Day 1 actually like?
It's a full day dedicated entirely to seeing Rwanda from the air — the Volcanoes National Park range, Lake Kivu's shoreline, the country's famous terraced hills, and the eastern savannah, all from a helicopter. It's a scenic flight experience, not a transfer between destinations — the point of the day is the view itself.
Does this package really include my international flight, wherever I'm coming from?
Yes — your international business class flight to Rwanda and back is included in the $50,000 price, regardless of where in the world you're traveling from. Genuinely the only decision left to you is choosing to come.
Why is this called a Rwanda luxury safari if most days are a road trip?
Because the experience is built for comfort and completeness, not just activity volume: VIP treatment from the moment you land, luxury lodges every night, a fully private vehicle and guide, and a genuinely rare aerial view of the entire country on Day 1 — this is our flagship, most complete Rwanda luxury safari.
What is not included in the $50,000 price?
Visa fees, travel insurance, personal spending and gratuities are not included. International flights, the helicopter flight, all lodges, meals, permits and ground transport are all covered.
How is this different from your Rwanda Helicopter Luxury Safari package?
That package uses helicopter transfers between parks plus one aerial game drive over Akagera. Rwanda in the Sky is different: Day 1 is a dedicated, full-day scenic flight over the whole country as the centerpiece experience, and it also includes your international flights to and from Rwanda, which the other package does not.
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