Tierbegegnungen in Ruanda
- Trip code: 4F5X001
- Dauer: 8
- Stil: National Geographic Journeys
Wir unternehmen einen unvergesslichen Ausflug auf den Spuren von Gorillas und Goldmeerkatzen im Regenwald von Ruanda. Besuch eines Forschungszentrums, das von Dr. Dian Fossey gegründet wurde, die mit Unterstützung von National Geographic 18 Jahre lang die Gorillas in den Virgunga-Bergen studiert hat. Und wir sehen diese prächtigen Geschöpfe hier aus nächster Nähe. Bei einer Safari im Akagera-Nationalpark halten wir Ausschau nach einigen der „Big Five“ – Löwen, Leoparden, Elefanten und Kaffernbüffel – und erfahren mehr über die unglaublichen Anstrengungen, die aus diesem einstigen Schlachtfeld wieder ein Naturparadies gemacht haben.
Übersicht
Accommodation
Hotel/Lodge (7 Nächte)
Checklist
Documents:
• Flight info (required) (Printouts of e-tickets may be required at the border)
• Insurance info (required) (With photocopies)
• Passport (required) (With photocopies)
• Vouchers and pre-departure information (required)
• Visas or vaccination certificates (With photocopies)
Essentials:
• Binoculars (optional)
• Camera (With extra memory cards and batteries)
• Cash, credit and debit cards
• Day pack (Used for daily excursions or short overnights)
• Ear plugs
• First-aid kit (should contain lip balm with sunscreen, sunscreen, whistle, Aspirin, Ibuprofen, bandaids/plasters, tape, anti-histamines, antibacterial gel/wipes, antiseptic cream, Imodium or similar tablets for mild cases of diarrhea, rehydration powder, water purification tablets or drops, insect repellent, sewing kit, extra prescription drugs you may be taking)
• Flashlight/torch (Headlamps are ideal)
• Fleece top/sweater
• Footwear
• Hat
• Locks for bags
• Long pants/jeans
• Moneybelt
• Outlet adapter
• Personal entertainment (Reading and writing materials, cards, music player, etc.)
• Reusable water bottle
• Shirts/t-shirts
• Sleepwear
• Small travel towel
• Sunglasses
• Swimwear (For included visit to geothermal baths)
• Toiletries (Preferably biodegradable)
• Watch and alarm clock
• Waterproof backpack cover
• Windproof rain jacket
Gorillas:
• Gardening gloves (Highly recommended for gorilla trekking)
• Neutral coloured clothing (Your clothes will likely get very muddy - therefore take old clothing for the gorilla trekking. No bright colours should be worn. Greens, khaki and similar neutral clothes are recommended)
Health & Safety:
• Hand sanitizer (required)
• Face masks (Clients will be only be required to wear a face mask where it is mandated by local regulations.)
• Pen (Please bring your own pen for filling out documents.)
• Quick Covid Test/Antigen Test
Trekking:
• Gloves
• Hat
• Hiking boots/sturdy walking shoes
• Hiking pants (Convertible/Zip-off and quick dry recommended)
• Snacks (Protein bars, chocolate, dried fruits, candies, energy sweets.)
• Socks (Trekking socks (woollen or synthetic, not cotton).)
• Thermal base layer (Woollen or synthetic, not cotton.)
• Walking poles (Highly recommended.)
Warm Weather:
• Sandals/flip-flops
• Shorts/skirts (Longer shorts/skirts are recommended)
• Sturdy water shoes/sandals
• Sun hat/bandana
• Swimwear
Bitte beachte: The climate in East Africa varies between the dry and rainy season and temperatures can rage greatly (even in a single day). Please ensure you bring a windproof rain jacket and rain gear
Group Leader
Englischsprachiger CEO (Chief Experience Officer) während des gesamten Trips, lokale Guides, erfahrene Gorilla-Fährtenleser, Wildhüter
Group Size Notes
Max. 6, im Schnitt 5
Highlights
Beobachte gefährdete Berggorillas und Goldmeerkatzen, Diskutiere mit einem Forscher des Karisoke Research Centres über die Bemühungen zum Schutz der Gorillas, Verbringe Zeit im lebhaften Viertel Nyamirambo in Kigali, Halte bei einer Safari im Akagera-Nationalpark Ausschau nach den „Big Five“
Introduction
Wir unternehmen einen unvergesslichen Ausflug auf den Spuren von Gorillas und Goldmeerkatzen im Regenwald von Ruanda. Besuch eines Forschungszentrums, das von Dr. Dian Fossey gegründet wurde, die mit Unterstützung von National Geographic 18 Jahre lang die Gorillas in den Virgunga-Bergen studiert hat. Und wir sehen diese prächtigen Geschöpfe hier aus nächster Nähe. Bei einer Safari im Akagera-Nationalpark halten wir Ausschau nach einigen der „Big Five“ – Löwen, Leoparden, Elefanten und Kaffernbüffel – und erfahren mehr über die unglaublichen Anstrengungen, die aus diesem einstigen Schlachtfeld wieder ein Naturparadies gemacht haben
Meals Included
7 Frühstück, 5 Mittagessen, 5 Abendessen
Meal Budget
Plane USD80-105 für nicht inbegriffene Mahlzeiten ein
Optional Activities
Keine optionale Aktivitäten
Start / Finish
von Kigali
Transport
Allrad-Safariwagen, zu Fuß, Wandern, Boot
What's Included
Dein Journeys-Highlight-Moment: Mountain Gorilla Conservation Sundowner Experience, Volcanoes National Park
Dein Journeys-Highlight-Moment: Akagera-Nationalpark – Naturschutz und Gemeinschaft, Parc National de l’ Akagera
Dein G-for-Good-Moment: Nyamirambo-Frauenzentrum, traditionelles Mittagessen, Kigali. Arrival & departure transfer. All national park entrance fees. Genocide memorial entrance. Mountain gorilla trek with permits. Golden monkey trek with permits. Local village walk. Safari drives in Akagera National Park. Wildlife boat cruise on Lake Ihema. All transport between destinations and to/from included activities
Packing Note
The climate in East Africa varies between the dry and rainy season and temperatures can rage greatly (even in a single day). Please ensure you bring a windproof rain jacket and rain gear
Internationale Flüge
Check-in-Zeiten und Freigepäck/Einschränkungen können je nach Fluggesellschaft variieren und sich jederzeit ändern. Für die aktuellsten Informationen zu deinem Flug wende dich bitte an deine Fluggesellschaft. Wir empfehlen Online-Check-in, um mögliche Verzögerungen am Flughafen zu vermeiden
Minimum Age
Mindestalter für diese Reise sind 15 Jahre
Itinerary
Day 1 Kigali
Ankunft zu jeder Zeit möglich. Ankunftstransfer inklusive
Day 2 Kigali/Volcanoes-Nationalpark
Besuch des Genoziddenkmals in Kigali, wo wir den Opfern des Völkermords in Ruanda 1994 gedenken und mehr über dieses dunkle Kapitel in der Geschichte des Landes erfahren. Danach Spaziergang durch das lebhafte Viertel Nyamirambo und Mittagessen im von G Adventures unterstützten Nyamirambo Women’ s Centre. Fahrt in den Norden Ruandas zu unserer Lodge am Rande des Vulkan-Nationalparks
Day 3 Volcanoes-Nationalpark
Set out on a trek in lush, jungle-covered hills with a park ranger to track a unique and endangered species—the golden monkey. Observe these playful, curious creatures in their natural habitat; then visit the Ellen Degeneres Campus of the Karisoke Research Center, founded by National Geographic Grantee Dian Fossey. Visit the public exhibit and enjoy immersive activities, like a 360-degree theatre and replica of Dian Fossey’s original cabin before meeting with some of the organization’s gorilla experts. Hear their experiences and stories working for the largest gorilla conservation organization in the world, and have the chance to ask them questions
Day 4 Volcanoes-Nationalpark
Mit einem Parkranger geht es zu einer unvergesslichen Wanderung durch den Dschungel auf den Spuren der Berggorillas. Wenn wir einer Gruppe Gorillas begegnen, können wir ihr faszinierendes Sozialverhalten aus der Nähe beobachten. Hinweis: Diese Wanderungen können je nach Aufenthaltsort der Gorillas unterschiedlich lang und schwierig sein. Zum Mittagessen geht es zurück in die Lodge und danach besuchen wir ein örtliches Dorf für einen Einblick in das Leben hier
Day 5 Volcanoes-Nationalpark/Akagera-Nationalpark
Rückfahrt nach Kigali zum Mittagessen. Danach geht es weiter in den Akagera-Nationalpark.
Bei einem Besuch hinter den Kulissen von African Parks mehr über diese faszinierende Naturschutz-Erfolgsgeschichte erfahren
Day 6 Akagera-Nationalpark
Am nächsten Morgen frühe Safarifahrt auf den Spuren der „Big Five“ und der hier frei grasenden Löwen, Büffel, Hyänen und Antilopen. Am Nachmittag ist Entspannen oder Baden im Pool angesagt. Danach Bootsfahrt am Ihema-See, wo es Flusspferde und Krokodile gibt. Hier trinken Elefanten und Büffel am Ufer und es gibt eine Vielzahl von Vögeln, darunter Reiher, Schuhschnäbel, Schreiseeadler und Eisvögel
Day 7 Akagera-Nationalpark/Kigali
Mit einem Frühstückspaket ausgestattet geht es frühmorgens, wenn die Tiere am aktivsten sind, auf die letzte Safarifahrt. Wir halten Ausschau nach Giraffen, Gazellen, Impalas, Pavianen, Burchell-Zebras, Leoparden und Löwen. Später am Vormittag Abreise durch den Norden des Parks und nach Kigali
Day 8 Kigali
Abreise zu jeder Zeit möglich. Abreisetransfers sind inbegriffen
Detailed Itinerary
Day 1 Kigali
If you arrive early, take some time to explore the city, known for its pleasant, friendly atmosphere. Kigali also has some interesting and historic sites outside of the city. If you want more time to explore, we recommend booking a pre-night. Please remember that this is a developing area and as such, accommodations/service may not be of similar standard to which you are used to in your home country. There also can be differences in service levels between different countries in East Africa. As well, interruptions in electricity and water can be common and internet/wifi is often only available in large cities. We appreciate your patience and understanding as well as your sense of adventure.
A/C is not available in the accommodations used on this trip. In general it is not a concern as it does cool down at night and depending on location fans or screened windows are available.
4x4 safari vehicles are used to better navigate rough roads but important to note that vehicles do not have A/C
Day 2 Kigali/Volcanoes-Nationalpark
Volcanoes National Park borders Virunga National Park in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) and Mgahinga Gorilla National Park in Uganda. Five of the eight volcanoes in the Virunga Mountains can be found here. The volcanoes and highlands of the park are covered in lush rainforest and bamboo (a favourite snack of the gorillas). While the most famous resident is the mountain gorilla, there’s plenty of other wildlife roaming around: buffaloes, bushbucks, golden monkeys, hyenas, numerous bird species, and some elephants call this place home. Altitude note: Volcanoes NP - approx 2,000 m (6,550 ft)
Day 3 Volcanoes-Nationalpark
Proper hiking attire must be worn – you will be trekking in a rainforest with lots of vegetation, undergrowth, nettles and normally a rather muddy terrain.
Only 1 hour is spent with the Golden Monkeys to ensure their protection and conservation.
Please note that if you are unwell with anything contagious, even a common cold, you may be denied any of the treks to ensure the safety of the golden monkeys. This is a national park regulation, and trekking permits will not be refunded if you are denied entrance due to illness.
The order of activities over Days 3 and 4 can change depending on permit scheduling
Day 4 Volcanoes-Nationalpark
Approximately 800 mountain gorillas exist globally in the wild today. They are found in Rwanda, DRC, and Uganda. In DRC and Rwanda, gorillas live in similar ecosystems/areas. The gorilla species found in these three areas are called highland gorillas.
In Rwanda there are ten habituated gorilla families that are open to visits – the visit to a gorilla family is done once per day, with a maximum 8 trekkers per group and the duration of a visit is limited to one (1) hour with the gorilla family. The time spent with them is limited due to conservation considerations and to minimize impact on the day-to-day life of the gorilla family you are visiting. It is important to be well prepared for the trek — you never know if your total trek will be short or long. The total duration of a trek can vary and be anything between 4 and 9 hrs in length depending on the location of the gorillas, which are constantly moving. You will mainly walk where there are no paths apart from the occasional buffalo or elephant trail.
Touching the gorillas is not allowed (although in some cases they may touch you). Making loud noises or sudden movements is also not allowed. You should attempt to keep a distance of 7m from the gorillas, however the gorillas themselves are unaware of this and will often get very close, in which case you should try to slowly move away. At all times you must abide by the instructions of the trackers and rangers.
Please note that porters are available at approx. $10USD per person. The porters are all hired from local villages and not only can carry your day pack, but assist you with a welcome hand over difficult spots. Regardless of your fitness level, we highly recommend hiring a porter as some tracks can be very muddy and elevation can affect even the most fit person. It also provides employment and supports the local community. Mountain gorillas share 98% of our DNA and are prone to catching human illnesses. Please note that if you are unwell with anything contagious, even a common cold, you may be denied any of the treks to ensure the safety of the gorillas. This is a national park regulation, and trekking permits will not be refunded if you are denied entrance due to illness.
Proper hiking attire must be worn – you will be trekking in a rainforest with lots of vegetation, undergrowth, nettles and normally a rather muddy terrain. Minimum age for gorilla trekking is 15 years old.
Please note that depending on the size of our group and when permits are confirmed, we may be split into 2 trekking groups and you may be trekking with non-G travellers
Day 5 Volcanoes-Nationalpark/Akagera-Nationalpark
Akagera National Park offers a remarkable conservation story and is home to the Big Five, zebras, giraffes, elephants and hundreds of bird species. Running directly along the boarder with Tanzania, the park covers 1,122 km2 (433 sq mi) and offers a variety of landscapes including highlands, savannah plains, swamps, wetlands and lakes.
Day 6 Akagera-Nationalpark
Day 7 Akagera-Nationalpark/Kigali
Day 8 Kigali
