2-Day Two Day Volcanoes National Park Trip

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

Drive from Kigali to Musanze and Visit Dian Fossey Foundation

Wake up in the morning and have your breakfast as you get prepared for the 2-3 hour drive to
musanze “the gateway town to volcanoes National Park” you will travel through beautiful
Rwandan countryside with views of the rolling hills and volcanic mountains. As you arrive, relax
and Enjoy lunch at a restaurant or your accommodation lodge in Musanze.
Afternoon: Visit Dian Fossey Gorilla Fund
Visit the Ellen DeGeneres Campus of the Dian Fossey Gorilla Fund. This is a world-class
research and education center with state-of-the-art exhibits about Dian Fossey's life, her
conservation work, and the mountain gorillas.
Late Afternoon: Visit Iby'iwacu Cultural Village
Head to the nearby Iby'iwacu Cultural Village (also known as the Gorilla Guardians Village),
located in Kinigi, Musanze district. Here you are going to experience traditional Rwandan culture through guided tours that include dance performances, a replica king's palace visit, learning about local crafts, and trying
food.

Main Destination:

Ruhengeri (City)

Accommodation:

Tiloreza Volcanoes Ecolodge

• Mid-range lodge located less than 1hr drive from Ruhengeri (City)

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Meals & Drinks:

• Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included)
• Non-alcoholic drinks

Gorilla Trekking & Return to Kigali

Wake up early morning, have your breakfast and go for Trekking briefing, You will receive a
mandatory briefing on the rules and regulations for gorilla trekking and be assigned a gorilla
family group and guide.
After the briefing, you will be driven to the trailhead to begin your trek into the forest. The
duration and difficulty of the hike can vary from 30 minutes to over 4 hours depending on where
the gorillas are located. Late afternoon Return to the park headquarters, and move for late lunch
as you get ready for the 3 hour drive back to Kigali.

Note: Gorilla permits must be booked well in advance through the Rwanda Development Board
(RDB) or a tour operator, as they are essential for the trek and often sell out.

Main Destination:

Ruhengeri (City)

Accommodation:

No accommodation (End of tour)

Meals & Drinks:

• Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included)
• Non-alcoholic drinks

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