4 Day Rwanda Gorilla Trekking

Overview

From volcanic mountains, dense forests, tranquil lakes and extraordinary encounters with some of Africa’s most spectacular primates, Rwanda is sure to deliver an experience unlike any other. Get up close to Africa’s largest primates and experience the sheer strength and beauty of these magnificent animals. A truly unforgettable once-in-a-lifetime experience.

Day 1: Arrive Kigali

Arrive at Kigali International Airport.

We’ll have a VIP meet and greet at the airport, fast track and assistance with visa and luggage.

Meet your guide and transfer to your hotel.

In the afternoon, explore Kigali based on your wishes.

Lunch and dinner and overnight.

Main Destination: Kigali

Accommodation: Amata N’Ubuki Boutique Hotel

Luxury hotel located in or near Kigali

Meals & Drinks:

Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included)

Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 2: Transfer to Volcanoes National Park

In the morning, have breakfast and check out.

Drive to Musanze / Volcanoes National Park. En route, you will immediately feel that you are in the country of 1000 hills. Along the way, you will see different coffee plantations, banana plantations and the busy daily lifestyle of Rwandan local people (2.5 – 3 hours’ drive).

Pass to visit the Ellen DeGeneres/Dian Fossey campus in Musanze for a round tour and learn from the behavior of gorillas and the work of Dian Fossey.

Check in and have lunch at the hotel.

Spend the afternoon, leisure at the hotel.

Accommodation: Five Volcanoes Boutique Hotel

Mid-range lodge located just outside Volcanoes NP

Meals & Drinks:

All meals included

Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 3: Gorilla Trekking

 Early in the morning have breakfast.

Transfer to headquarters for a briefing to prepare for your trek.

Hike with a local ranger to find the Gorilla family and spend one hour with them.

We offer a free porter per person who will assist you with your day packs and give you a hand when the path is slippery, steep or irregular. The porters are from the local community and registered by the Rwanda Wildlife Authority, in this way we also support the local community.

Have lunch and spend the afternoon leisure at the lodge.

Main Destination: Volcanoes National Park (Gorillas)

Accommodation: Five Volcanoes Boutique Hotel

Mid-range lodge located just outside Volcanoes NP

Meals & Drinks:

All meals included

Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 4: Transfer Back to Kigali

 Have breakfast at the hotel and check out.

Optional Golden Monkeys Hike: Hike with a local ranger through the forest to spot golden monkeys and other primates and the variation of the forest, flowers and bird life.

Have lunch at your hotel.

Transfer to Kigali International Airport to catch your international flight home.

Main Destination:

Kigali International Airport (Kigali)

Accommodation: No accommodation (End of tour)

Meals & Drinks:

Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included)

Non-alcoholic drinks

End of tour

Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost.

You’ll be dropped off at the airport.

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