Tour Highlights

• Explore the green expanse of ancient rainforest and its abundance of wildlife
• Explore Kigali city and visit the Kigali and the Rwanda culture
• Learn about the local community with visits to their villages and the Kigali Genocide Memorial and Museum
• Make the most of your time with short (but scenic) connections from Kigali to Volcanoes National Park

Day 1

We will pick you up at Kigali Airport or downtown Kigali and drive you to Volcanoes National Park. The scenic drive to northern Rwanda will go through Rwanda’s northwestern town of Ruhengeri (also known as Musanze) and finally arrive at Volcanoes National Park. If time allows and you are interested, visit the Kigali Genocide Museum or on a complimentary Kigali city tour before driving to Musanze/Ruhengeri.

Meal plan: Dinner

DAY 2

Today is the main event, our Rwanda gorilla trek! You will embark on a full-day adventure to track the mountain gorillas in Volcanoes National Park. This national park is home to a large population of mountain gorillas, making it THE destination for tracking. The trek will commence with a short briefing on gorilla trekking rules to ensure the safety of guests and the protection of these animals in their natural habitat. You will then start the trek into the impenetrable forest to encounter the gentle giants of Volcanoes National Park.​

This is a true adventure and part of the excitement is finding the gorillas. Follow the guides as they make paths through the thick vegetation until the special moment that you encounter these majestic creatures. It is a truly unique experience and will surely be one of the standout moments of your trip. After the gorilla trek, head back downhill and return to Kigali over a drive for about 2hrs.

Meal plan: Breakfast, lunch

Optional Activities

Golden Monkey Trekking in Volcanoes National Park – $100 USD
Visit the Iby’iwacu Cultural Village (Gorilla Guardians Village) – $20 USD
Visit the Ellen DeGeneres Dian Fossey Conservation Centre – $20 USD
Banana Beer Making Experience at Red Rocks Rwanda – $30 USD
Canoeing at the Twin Lakes of Bulera and Ruhondo – $30 USD

Trip Details
PRICE
Adults (15-80): $2,574

Please inquire for the midrange accommodation price, this is our budget accommodation tour

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DEPARTURE TIME
Anytime between 7:00 am to 2:00 pm (Kigali, Rwanda timezone)

MEETING POINT
We offer pick-up from the following places for this experience:

Kigali International Airport (on day 1), Rwanda
Your guesthouse in downtown Kigali, Rwanda
Please inquire for information on a custom pick up
AVAILABILITY
Monday to Sunday, year-round

DURATION
2 days

DIFFICULTY LEVEL
Moderate – uphill trekking

INCLUDED

Meals: 1 x breakfast, 1 x dinner, 2 x lunches
Accommodation for one night in a budget lodge
One gorilla trekking permit per person (value of $1,500 USD)
Transport in a 4×4 vehicle and fuel
Admission to Volcanoes National Park

NOT INCLUDED

Optional activities (see tab 4)
Visas and other costs of personal nature
Porter fees, gratuities, travel insurance, and medical expenses
Any other costs not listed in the itinerary
Admission to Gorilla Guardian’s Village – $20 USD

WHAT TO BRING

Hiking boots
Garden gloves
Rain jacket or poncho
Long-sleeved shirt/blouse
Cameras and extra batteries
Hat/cap and sunglasses
Pair of binoculars
Flashlight (torch)
Mosquito repellent
Other items to include: zoom lens for wildlife shots and energy bars/bites

PARTICIPATION REQUIREMENTS

Age restriction: 15-80 years old
A valid passport is required on the day of travel
This tour is not wheelchair accessible
We advise against people with heart problems or other serious medical conditions participating on this tour
Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
GOOD TO KNOW
We recommend reserving gorilla trekking permits way in advance.