The Rwanda 3-parks complete self-drive loop covers all three Rwanda national parks — Volcanoes (gorillas), Nyungwe (chimps and canopy), and Akagera (Big Five savannah) — in a 7-day circuit from Kigali that is the most complete Rwanda wildlife experience available by hire vehicle. Because all three parks are within 4 hours of Kigali on sealed roads, the driving days are short and the wildlife days are long.
Circuit Overview
- Duration: 7 days / 6 nights
- Total distance: approx 780 km
- Vehicle: Toyota Prado (tarmac throughout — no V8 required)
- Permits required: Gorilla permit USD 1,500 (book 3–6 months ahead) + Chimp permit USD 90
- Best timing: June–September (all three parks in optimal dry-season condition)
7-Day Route Summary
Day 1: Kigali – Musanze (Volcanoes NP). Day 2: Gorilla trek day. Day 3: Musanze – Kigali – Nyungwe (Musanze to Nyungwe 5.5 hours via Kigali). Day 4: Nyungwe chimp trek + canopy walk. Day 5: Nyungwe – Kigali (3.5 hours) – Akagera (3 hours, stay overnight near park). Day 6: Akagera dawn game drive. Day 7: Akagera – Kigali return (3 hours).
Vehicle hire for 7 days from USD 80/day. Book now or get a tailored quote.