4-Day Bisoke Hike and Rwanda Golden Monkey Trek

• You'll be collected from the airport.
• Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.

Arrival at Kigali International Airport

Upon arrival at Kigali International Airport, a Makisala Safaris guide will warmly welcome you and provide a brief introduction to your upcoming journey. You will then be transferred to your hotel for check-in, where you can unwind and prepare for the exciting adventures that await the following day.

Main Destination:

Kigali

Accommodation:

Hotel des Mille Collines

• Luxury hotel located in Kigali

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Volcanoes National Park - Twin Lakes

After breakfast at your hotel, check out and begin a guided tour of Kigali. Highlights include a visit to the Kigali Genocide Memorial in Gisozi and a stop at local markets to experience the city’s vibrant culture. Enjoy lunch at a restaurant of your choice before setting off for Musanze, the gateway to Volcanoes National Park and home to mountain gorillas, golden monkeys, and amazing volcanic landscapes.

Upon arrival in Musanze, check in at your lodge and take time to relax, make use of the property amenities, and enjoy the peaceful surroundings.

Later in the afternoon, you may opt to explore the nearby Twin Lakes of Burera and Ruhondo. This scenic area offers dramatic views of terraced hillsides and, weather permitting, sweeping vistas of the Virunga volcanoes. It is also a rewarding spot for gentle walks and birdwatching. Return to the lodge in the evening for dinner and an overnight stay.

Main Destination:

Volcanoes National Park (Gorillas)

Best Time To Visit June to August (It is drier and hiking is easier)

High Season June to September (Permits are scarce)

Best Weather June to October (Sunny, but not too hot)

Wildlife in Volcanoes NP

GorillaCommon

ChimpanzeeNone

ElephantRare

BuffaloRare

White RhinoNone

Black RhinoNone

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GiraffeNone

LionNone

LeopardNone

CheetahNone

ZebraNone

WildebeestNone

HippoNone

Accommodation:

Da Vinci Gorilla Lodge

• Mid-range lodge located less than 1hr drive from Volcanoes NP (Gorillas)

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Bisoke Hike and Cultural tour

After breakfast, you will join a group of fellow hikers and begin your trek to the summit of Mount Bisoke, home to a stunning crater lake. The hike typically takes around four hours to ascend and two hours to descend, offering rewarding views and lush volcanic scenery.

Return to your lodge for lunch and some time to relax before your afternoon cultural experience at the Gorilla Guardians (formerly Iby’iwacu Cultural Village). Here, you’ll learn about Rwanda’s traditions, history, music, and daily life through interactive performances and storytelling. Guests are welcome to join in the dancing and festivities it's a lively and memorable experience.

After the visit, you will be transferred back to your lodge for dinner and a restful evening.

Main Destination:

Mount Bisoke (Virunga Mountains)

Accommodation:

Da Vinci Gorilla Lodge

• Mid-range lodge located less than 1hr drive from Volcanoes NP (Gorillas)

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Golden Monkey Trek & transfer to Kigali

After breakfast, head to the park headquarters to meet your guides for the golden monkey trekking experience. Following a briefing, embark on the trek and spend approximately one hour observing these playful primates in their natural habitat. After this memorable encounter, return to the lodge to check out. You will then be transferred back to Kigali, stopping en route for lunch and a chance for last-minute souvenir shopping before continuing to Kigali International Airport for your departure.

Main Destination:

Volcanoes National Park (Gorillas)

Accommodation:

No accommodation (End of tour)

Meals & Drinks:

• Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included)
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

• Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost.
• You'll be dropped off at the airport.